Monthly Archives: August 2014

True or False: Making Sense of Making the Honor Roll

It’s back to school time. And whether you’re an incoming freshman with butterflies in your stomach or a seasoned senior with nothing but coffee and ramen in yours, every student’s goal is the same: to achieve academic success. But there … Continue reading

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The Grand Finale: 4 Outside-the-Box Senior Projects

Your final year of college will probably be centered around – or include – some sort of independent project. Independent meaning that, for once, a project does not come with a set of step-by-step instructions or a list of guidelines. While exciting, the idea sometimes ends up leading students to choose the default 5-paragraph thesis or presentation as … Continue reading

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The Dos and Don’ts of Standardized Testing

From MCATs to LSATs to RN certs to writing requirements, testing in college isn’t always limited to what’s seen on the syllabus. Students who wish to become certified in their industry, for example, must first do well on rigorous, nationally … Continue reading

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Making the Most of Your Entry-Level Job

It doesn’t matter whether you have a doctorate, an associate’s, or are just beginning your higher education. Our careers all get their start in the same place: an entry-level job or internship. But once you’ve gotten that job, how do … Continue reading

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Your Fall 2014 Bargain Textbook Guide

The start of August means that for most students a new class schedule is just around the corner. And for those who want to avoid paying bookstore prices for their textbooks, it also means it’s time to start doing your … Continue reading

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