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How to get the most out of college

It’s no secret that college is a quick affair. One day you’re figuring out which building is where and which professor is which, the next you’re making your postgraduate plans. So – how do you ensure you get a good … Continue reading

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How to follow up after an interview

There’s always talk about following up after life’s most important meetings–holidays, gift exchanges, family visits–and it’s usually a pretty simple task. But when it comes to job interviews, there seems to be a fine line between the right way to follow up and … Continue reading

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5 tax-filing tips for college students 

Holding a part-time or full-time job as you complete your degree doesn’t just mean more work on a day-to-day basis. It also means that come tax season there’s one more thing to worry about. You shouldn’t be discouraged, though. Filing … Continue reading

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Interacting with Veterans: Tips for Educators

Veterans’ unique experience and knowledge can be a valuable asset to the diversity and depth of an institution’s culture. The military develops a focus on mission accomplishment and teamwork that is not easily lost. Individuals often bring a strong commitment … Continue reading

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4 Steps to a Better Presentation

Whether it’s a brief introduction of you to a company or an hour-long thesis discussion, all presentations have much in common. And we’re not just talking about that colony of butterflies in your stomach. Every presentation requires ample preparation, creativity, … Continue reading

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Keeping Your Cool During Summer Travel

Students travel during the summer to visit family and friends, scout out cities they may move to, and just for the fun of it. When the heat is on though, summer travel can be a hectic experience for everyone involved. … Continue reading

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Surviving Finals: 3 Tips for Test-Taking Success

Finals are not just a week of intense test taking and little sleep. They’re the culmination of many frantic and hard-fought weeks leading up to them; and they’re the cloud of unknowing that hangs above students after the fact. To … Continue reading

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Summer Student: Top 5 Languages To Pick Up

Many students will tell you they hope to learn a second language in the future. But really, your college years may be the best time to do it. The benefits of being learning a second language go beyond being able … Continue reading

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The Summer Student: Steering Clear of De-Motivators

When you’re a student, examining each summer vacation can be like staring into the sun: it’s hard to see. Hard to see where all the time goes, which goals were set and which were accomplished, and what energy is even … Continue reading

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6 Tips to Succeeding in Online Classes

The online class has quickly developed into a versatile learning tool fit for students determined to graduate quickly, those with jobs or families to worry about, or students who just want to be engaged year round. But while online classes … Continue reading

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