College is a time of gaining more independence, and for some, that may mean doing their own laundry for the first time in a shared laundry room. So if you need help with your course load, this blog isn’t for you, but it will help you with some tips on your laundry loads and if all else fails, call home, …
Advanced Placement (AP) programs are expanding within high schools across the U.S., and more and more students are faced with whether or not to enroll in AP classes. Since every student is different and has unique strengths and abilities, you must weigh the pros and cons of AP courses before deciding which classes to enroll in. Taking this a step …
by Brooke Nowak We’ve all heard it before: the dreaded “freshman 15” but the reality is not all college students gain weight during their first year at school. In fact, The Journal of American College of Health reports only 50% of students gain weight. There are quite a few factors that could play in to the unwanted weight gain: stress, …
1. It allows students to become connected to their school: Colleges are full of resources, but the responsibility is on the student to seek them out. Being involved helps them to do that. Students should find the on-line resource or office building that is in charge of school activities. Most schools even have questionnaires that will help students figure out …
Preparing Ramen Noodles for a Recipe Boil the noodles according to the directions on the package and drain. If raw noodles are called for, then just break the noodles into bite-sized pieces before opening the package. Fried ramen noodles add crunch and a unique flavor to a recipe. For a recipe calling for fried noodles, heat 1/3 cup of canola …
By Erin Harrigan-Schober Someone once told me that if you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. The other day I read a quote that said “In order to figure out what to do with your life, pick something you’re interested in and combine that with something you’re good at.” The advice is endless. According …
Do you want to get paid to sit at a desk and do your homework? How about giving tours on a campus that you love? If you answered “yes” to either of those questions, then work-study is for you! In order to understand how work-study works, let’s first identify what work-study is. According to studentaid.ed.gov here is a quick …
What classes should I be taking in high school in order to prepare me for college and my anticipated major? Students should be focusing on taking your 5 core classes each year, and then supplementing with classes that may introduce you to your preferred major. For example, students should be taking a course in English, Language, Mathematics, Science, and Social …
By: Lauren Benters, School Counselor Scholarship essays are a good way for you to earn a few thousand dollars here and there to help offset student loans. Here are a few tips to help you write essays that win. Research the scholarship you are applying for. What are the values behind the scholarship? What is the organization/scholarship stand for? That …
Big campus, small campus, or anything in between, you will need to become a part of your class and college community. Often I will hear students cease talking about their goals when they discuss the college-application process. There is almost a vibe that once they get in, they are set. Yes – being accepted into college is a huge deal, …
