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Marching Forward: Strategies for Thriving in College This Spring March is a pivotal month for college students, marking the transition from the heart of the spring semester into the final stretch leading up to summer. It can be a time of significant academic pressure with midterms, project deadlines, and planning for the future all converging. […]

Embracing the Heart of the Semester: A February Guide for College Students February, often seen as the bridge between the fresh start of a new year and the impending rigor of midterms, holds unique opportunities for college students to deepen their academic engagement and personal growth. As the novelty of the new semester begins to […]

Kickstarting the New Year: A College Student’s Guide to Making the Most of January The start of a new year brings with it a sense of renewal—a chance to reset, reevaluate goals, and make the most of the upcoming months. For college students, January isn’t just the beginning of a new year; it’s a pivotal […]

Five Ways Giving Is Good for You: A College Student’s Guide 1. Boosts Your Happiness and Mental Well-Being As a college student, you’re no stranger to the pressures of academia and the stress that comes with it. However, engaging in acts of giving can be a powerful antidote to stress and anxiety. Studies, including those […]

Contrary to popular belief, taking breaks—if they are the right kind—can actually increase productivity rather than decrease it. This handout discusses when to take breaks, what kind of breaks to take, and how to incorporate breaks into your day depending on how much time you have, what you need to get from your break, and […]

16 Tips To Help You Stay Organized in College (Plus Benefits) Organization is an important life skill that you can begin practicing in college to prepare for professional success. There are many aspects of your life to organize in college, from assignments to extracurricular activities. Learning how to become more organized in college can help […]

15 Tips to Pass Your Exam The key to success as a student is knowing how to pass exams. Learning how to study smarter, not harder, is crucial for efficient exam preparation. Here are 15 tips from researchers and scientists on how to pass any exam: Find out the test format and ask your teacher […]

Studying 101: Study Smarter Not Harder In college, students often find their high school study habits ineffective. College is different from high school, with professors less personally involved, larger classes, higher exams, and more intense reading. However, there are many active, effective study strategies that can be effective in college classes. To improve your study […]

Supreme Court strikes down college affirmative action programs The ruling is the culmination of decades of effort to end the consideration of race in admissions. June 29, 2023, 10:14 PM CST / Updated June 30, 2023, 2:09 AM CST By Lawrence Hurley WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Thursday struck down affirmative action programs at the University of North Carolina […]

To be prepared for college, take the right high school classes, participate in extracurricular activities, maintain an extracurricular record, know your guidance counselor, build relationships with mentors, work on college readiness life skills, schedule college visits, schedule campus tours, prepare for entrance exams, create an organization system, apply for admission, financial aid, and scholarships, and […]