Living College Archives — Page 49 of 60 — College Planning Center and Guides
Moving to a college campus is an exciting and new stage of life for many students. However, it also exposes these young adults to a whole new level of self-care and independence. Some will even have to seek out medical attention themselves in case of illness or injury. Many new college students will have never […]
Living with roommates can be a tricky business. Without laying down some ground rules, friendships can suffer and the living situation can get quite awkward. Don’t leave your living arrangements to chance or good luck though, you can proactively make roommate living easier. Here are a few ways to make the transition easier, and keep […]
Living together with roommates can be a combination of fun and stressful experiences. From movie nights, inside jokes and parties to the more unwelcoming side of the deal such as handling the unpleasant chores that come with the territory. One simple way you can avoid confrontation and the passive aggressiveness is to discuss chores with […]
You did it! You got a grant or a scholarship, a deal on a dorm room, packed up your old Honda, and you’re on your way to college! Cutting costs and living your own college dream is what life is all about, but cutting corners on the law could really set you back a few […]
A college student’s life can be exciting and fulfilling. Whether you’re an incoming freshman or a more seasoned student, college life will force you to learn to juggle academics, work, socialization and recreation with the inevitable stress that comes with college. However, by dealing with stress in healthy ways, you will notice an improvement in […]
Being a full-time college student demands you keep a busy schedule throughout the week. A typical day on campus may see you getting up at the crack of dawn to attend classes, and coming home late at night after working a part-time job or attending club or sporting events. Despite the hectic pace of your […]
If you don’t like the idea of lugging a laptop around campus but you’re not nuts about buying a tablet either, think about purchasing a top-of-the-line smartphone instead. Tablet sales have declined in recent years; even the mighty iPads aren’t selling so briskly, as How-To Geek reports. And while they aren’t going to entirely knock […]
Going to college out-of-state presents a world of opportunities for you to explore and learn about. It gives new students the solitude needed to dig deep and think about what you want out of life, going somewhere unfamiliar also gives you the freedom to experiment and build relationships with new people. More than ever, the […]
Spending too much on take-out meals and unhealthy eating habits could be costing you more than you realize. A few simple tips can allow even the most inexperienced cooks to come up with a healthy, low-cost menu plan. Making large quantity meals that can last all week, picking up a few fully prepared items, and […]
Today, social media platforms are continuously launching new and innovative tools and apps that make students proactive. A proactive student is fully able to participate in all the academic activities and experience new challenges in academic life. Proactive students have the splendid qualities, including planning ahead, managing time for studies and also participating in extra-curricular […]