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I'm a college student living in New Jersey. My published work includes my poem "Lipstick Kisses" which was published in the Camden County College literary magazine, and my poem "Books"

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Education > College Life New college students: Tips for avoiding the campus blues: 1 of 9
How do you avoid the campus blues? For that matter, what are the campus blues? Reall, the campus blues are anything that makes you feel angry, tired, sad, and/or depressed. Anything can set you off and make you want to curl up on your bed, surrounded by mounds of fluffy pillows and fleece blankets and stay there. One day ever... More..
Education > College Life Tips for improving your social life in college: 1 of 5
Tips for improving your social life in college:Some students have never had a reason to want to improve their social life. They're pretty, popular, and having a great time. Well, this article is for the rest of us. We're the students who want to be having a good time, but don't know how to do that. Here are some tips for impr... More..
Education > College Study Tips The best way to prepare for history exams: 2 of 9
The Best Way to Prepare for History ExamsLearning about history can be incredibly exciting, or incredibly dull. No matter how interesting the class is, if you don't learn the material, you won't do well on your exam. Here are a couple of ways to prepare for history exams.1 Read the assigned chaptersSounds easy. It can be, tha... More..
Education > Standardized Tests Common myths about the SAT: 1 of 4
Common myths about the SAT- Standardized TestsNobody likes the SAT's, or as my school called them- The Stupid Ass Tests. Junior and senior years are stressful enough without adding another giant test in there. Unfortunately most colleges require students to take the SAT's. Before you do, make sure you know the facts. Don't be... More..
Education > College Life Things college professors usually hate: 4 of 15
Things College Professors Usually HateCollege professors can either be the best thing that ever happened to you, or they will be your worst nightmare. Here are a couple things that professors usually hate.1. Lateness or absences/assumptions about missed workThere are very few reasons for being late or missing class. Usually e... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Medication: 6 of 21
Hands shaking,the little white pills spill to the floor.How many was I supposed to take?I cannot remember anymore.My knees tremble,and my vision blurs.I call out,but only hear slurs.The pain is strong,and I wonder why it has to be this way.Every day could be my last.Maybe - it will be today. More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Being mean: 5 of 15
I stumbled over a bagthrust into my path.I fell on my kneesand I heard him laugh.It was somethingI never understood.Why hurt me?Just because he could?A boywho was once my friend,why, oh whydid our friendship end?Another personis who he became.Of this change,who's to blame?Now, be his friend?I'd rather clean!Who wants a friend... More..
Education > College Life Tips for getting along with your roommate: 4 of 12
Tips For Getting Along With Your RoommateIf you've never had a roommate before, you are definitely going to be surprised when you finally get one. Even if you're the nicest person in the world, you will hit a few bumps when you have to live with somebody. Here are a few tips to get along with your roommate.1 Be open mindedOdd... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Rumors: 3 of 9
She hears their whispers,and sees them stare.She pretendsshe doesn't even care.Every daya new rumor is started.Who could beso cruel hearted?Does she reallydeserve such a thing?Laughed at?The rude pointing?It starts so small-the little rumor.Then it grows to beas painful as a tumor.Maybe tomorrowshe won't even come in.After al... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Practice: 2 of 6
Practice makes perfect.Every time the sweatdrips into my eyesand my heart feelslike it's about to explode,I push on.I run the extra mile,do the extra sit-ups,squeeze out the extra push-ups.My legs feel like leadas I lift them,one after another.I keep goingwhen I want to quit.Do I need a reason why?I am an athlete.I am proud.I... More..