Journal — College Planning Center and Guides

Paper Books vs E-Books – Ease of Reading

Generally, most of us love to read books. Book reading is a good habit that is followed by a number of people around the world. Starting from a kid to an elderly person, everyone read different books in different stages of their life. A number of authors wrote a number of books on a number […]

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5 Simple Socializing Steps for First-Year College Students

College life should not only consist of study. Did you know that the social connections you make in college could set the stage for the rest of your life? Glenn Sparks of Purdue University conducted studies on college friendships. His take? "College is a key time for generating close friends." A separate survey brings up […]

4 College Fashion Hacks

When you’re heading off to college you shouldn’t forget about fashion. Clothes are important for warmth and comfort as well as making you look and feel great — but you have to prioritize if you’re on a budget. So here are four college fashion hacks to make sure you’ve got the must-have items for this […]

How to Make an Online Education More Valuable

Maybe you’re thinking about earning your degree online, or maybe you’re already pursuing a long-distance education. Either way, there’s no doubt that online classes can be a practical and cost-effective way to learn the skills you’ll need for your dream job. But every education is an investment, and to make sure you get a good […]

Back to School: Is an Associate Degree Enough?

With the rising costs of earning a degree, or going into debt it the process, more people are beginning to question the value of earning a degree. This is especially true for adults who have reliable jobs with only a high school diploma. Why spend so much time and money for the chance to earn […]

The Balancing Act: How to Succeed in Online and Traditional Classes

It’s inevitable that as a college student, you will have the option to take online courses in addition to traditional lecture courses. With more universities providing online courses to increase their reach, you may be attracted to the prospect of a flexible schedule and potentially easy courses. What many students aren’t ready for, however, is […]

On-Campus Safety Tips for New Freshmen

Many people have fears about adjusting to college life. Will the campus they pick be safe? Will they feel supported in their goals? Will they get along well with their roommates? All of these are valid questions that students will have their freshman year. While visiting campus and talking to your school counselor are all […]

Six Ways to Develop Emotional Intelligence in College

There’s been a lot of talk about this so called emotional intelligence  recently. So what exactly is it and why is it important?  Essentially, EI is how we perceive and understand what is going on around us emotionally and then choose how to feel, think, and act accordingly. It is the ability to recognize our […]

Hope And Healing 101: How To Recover From Drug Addiction

Once you realize that drug addiction is taxing on your mind and body, it’s time to begin thinking about what steps need to be implemented for the purpose of overcoming the substance abuse issue. If you’re ready to recover from drug addiction so you can lead the life of freedom and fulfillment you deserve, implement […]