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5 Killer Mistakes that will Destroy Your Resume

Are you interested in getting a better job with a better salary and better perks? If yes, then it’s your resume that will determine whether you should advance in your career or not. You only have one chance to capture your recruiter’s attention, and if you miss that chance, then you will never get an […]

7 Reasons Not to Join a Sorority

For some, sorority life may seemlike a good idea. On the flip side, I feel that the cons always outweigh the pros when it comes to Greek life. Many girls decide to give sorority life a go in their freshman year, only to realize later that “it’s not their thing” at all.  And that’s nothing […]

How Often Should you Reference in Undergraduate Essays?

We take a look at the correct referencing techniques when quoting, paraphrasing and summarising and provide guidance as to how many references you should use.   Referencing is one aspect of an undergraduate course new students can take a little time to acclimatise to. You should all have some experience of referencing in essays written at […]

How to Ace College as a Nursing Student

Image via Flickr by Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet Nurses are in great demand, and this career has an excellent outlook for the coming years. Employment opportunities for nurses are projected to grow 19 percent over the 10-year period that began in 2012, while the average for all occupations is just 11 percent. Get ready to […]

Why Students Love This Back to School Item

Pinole glasses are quickly becoming the thing for students to have when they return to school. Many adults do not even know what pinhole glasses are. Those who know what they are often have no idea why they are so coveted among the youth. It is likely if you are a parent of school-aged children, […]

Five Fresh Tips for Your Newest College Freshman

Going to college is an exciting experience since you’ll be getting a higher education and a chance to live life independently. Living on your own will come sooner or later, and college is the perfect first step to adulthood. Being well prepared for living alone goes a long way for being able to handle the […]

How to Cope With Distraction Quickly While Studying

Many students are unaware of strategies that can help them to fight with distraction at study time. In order to obtain good results in academic semesters students have to spend ample amount of time in studies. Good news is that there are some effective ways by which you can avoid distraction in a quickest manner […]

10 Tips to Help You Pay For College

Are you starting college this year or have you recently started? One of your biggest worries, along with keeping up with your classes and getting used to living away from home, is probably how you’re going to pay your way through your education. The idea of being in total control of your own finances for […]