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Education > College Life College life: Tips for making friends in your first year: 1 of 13
Making friends in high school is relatively easy. You have lunch at the same time, in the same area, and you spend virtually all day, every day with the same people. So much "togetherness" means that you're likely to find a group of friends relatively easily. College, on the other hand, is very different. Each individual's sc... More..
Education > College Life 2007-2008 college dorm must-haves: 1 of 8
Ah! College! You've finally received an acceptance letter to the university of your choice, your parents have agreed to foot the bill, and you're about to embark into the best years of your life. Right? Well, maybe. While moving away to college can definitely be an incredible, life-altering experience, most first year student... More..
Education > College Search Advanced placement classes: What they are and why you should care: 1 of 7
Many high school students today are becoming increasingly involved in the college admissions process, hoping to earn a position at a college or university where they can complete their higher educations. Students hoping to secure a spot in the student body of their college or university of choice are often encouraged by their... More..
Education > College Life College life: What to expect from the first days of classes: 2 of 10
Prospective college students often wonder what their first day of classes will be like. Although first days of college vary greatly depending on your institution's policies and your own engagement, there are a few well-known changes that freshmen are likely to face.Face the fact that you are going to be lost for a while until... More..
Education > College Courses & Majors Deciding whether a Master of Education is right for you: 1 of 4
Have you ever thought about becoming a principal or dean at a school? Have you ever wondered whether you would be any good at teaching higher education at a college or university? Are you good at counseling individuals and giving unbiased advice? If you answered yes to any one of these questions, a Master of Education degree ... More..
Education > College Life Dealing with depression in college: 3 of 9
Dealing with depression can be extremely difficult for most people. Depression can have serious physical, emotional, and psychological effects on people. Some of the symptoms of depression include a lost of interest in daily activities, changes in weight or in appetite, changes in normal sleeping patterns, loss of energy, sel... More..
Relationships & Family > First Dates College life: Is asking a classmate for a date a good idea?: 2 of 6
You're sitting in class or you've been assigned to groups. Suddenly, you find yourself attracted to one of your peers. Once you start getting to know them as a friend, you're even more intrigued. If you want to get to know one of your classmates more intimately, you might be wondering if asking a classmate for a date is a goo... More..
Education > Standardized Tests Advantages of taking both the SAT and the ACT: 1 of 3
Prospective college students are likely to be familiar with the terms SAT and ACT. Both of these tests are standardized examinations developed to measure a student's preparedness for college level courses. However, you may be wondering what the difference is between these two tests, and whether or not you should spend your ti... More..
Education > Graduate Studies A short guide to getting into graduate school: 1 of 3
Getting into graduate school is tough, but by no means impossible. Today, students are continuing to pursue higher education by obtaining postgraduate degrees. In the workplace, competition is increasing between potential employees to secure higher paying positions. Graduate degrees are a great way to ensure that you stand ou... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Drastic Fantastic, by KT Tunstall: 1 of 3
Telescope. Praised by critics and earning several Grammy nominations in both the United States and the United Kingdom, Tunstall's sophomore album, Drastic Fantastic, is the Scottish singer's polished return to the recording studio.The record, released in September of 2007 by Virgin Records, features eleven tracks of Tunstall'... More..