There are many reasons students decided to skip the fall 2020 semester. Some were worried about going to school and getting COVID-19, perhaps even bringing it home to their family. Others feel like they don’t learn well in an online environment and want to wait for their school of choice to hold in-class lectures again. […]
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Many students are taking classes online, whether you are still in high school or you have already started your college experience. Your grades matter, so how can you stay engaged and improve your education experience? Here are three tips to help you. Create a study environment – This isn’t the first time we’ve made this
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The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted just about every aspect of human existence, so it makes sense that the selection of college majors has not gone unscathed. Which career paths are particularly influenced? Here are a few: Nursing – Really anyone on the floor, from RNs to nurse practitioners to aides to administrators, are affected by
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You want your kids to be successful, and sometimes that means you have to push them to their best in school. However, you don’t want your teen to experience burnout as a result of pressure. Here are three tips to help your student excel without feeling the crushing weight of pressure to succeed. Good organization
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For parents, college planning can begin when a child is very young. Students may be encouraged to start thinking about continuing their education after high school before freshman year even beings. Is there anything you can do as a freshman to improve your college experience? Here are a few quick tips. Think about AP classes
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Whether your school is currently using distance learning due to the pandemic or you are worried that things may go virtual if there is a resurgence, it is essential to think about how you will deal with distance learning. Let’s consider three vital skills that you should cultivate that will help you even in class,
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Don’t let adults fool you. Most of us still don’t know what we want to be when we grow up. But the reason you get asked that question so much as a kid is because you basically have to decide by the time you go to college. After all, it can be tough to choose
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by Amanda Yen, Student Writer The UC application is making waves as it adopts a standardized test-optional policy. Going test-optional, however, means that UC app readers will focus more on personal insight questions as they evaluate prospective students. Below, you’ll find some quick tips for tackling the writing section of the UC app. Skip the
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by Amanda Yen, Student Writer The Common App essay is one of the longest and most broad essays you’ll write as you apply to college. How can you make yours stand out? Here are some simple tips for kick-starting your Common App essay creatively. Don’t write about COVID. The pandemic is a traumatic experience, but
by Amanda Yen, Student Writer Most people find their roommates either through social media pages or mutual friends. If you’re looking for a roommate through one of these avenues, here are some things to keep in mind as you conduct your search: Look for someone you can live with. This one seems obvious, but you’d
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