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I'm a senior at The College of New Jersey, finishing up a major in Music Performance on flute. I also play the piano and guitar, and recently purchased a ukulele (God only knows how that one will turn out). I want to play in LA film studios one day, & also
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RSS Feed- Education > College Life Best computers for students
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The "best" computer is a subjective term based on many factors, including desired utility and price range. While most college students don't have the budget to snag a high-end machine (unless Mom & Pop are chipping in, of course), they do have a predilection for portable, lightning-fast laptops with uber-intense graphics.The ... More..
- Education > College Life A glance at some of the coolest US college dorms
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Believe it or not, drab college dorm rooms can sometimes put a damper on the entire collegiate experience. College students should search for a campus that not only has the people and academic subjects they're looking for, but also the surroundings. Below is a list of some of the top 10 coolest college dorms in America, wheth... More..
- Education > College Life Tips for surviving your first day of higher education
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The crack of dawn on day numero uno of college shouldn't be the first time you think about how to make the experience smooth and pain-free. Start considering this stuff at least a few days before your college debut.Think Things ThroughBe organized, and stay that way. Buy all the folders, pencils, textbooks, and other supplies... More..
- Education > College Life A guide to social life on an American campus
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Whether you know no one in a school of thousands or hundreds, the best way to enjoy a rollicking social life on an American campus comes in a triptych: be friendly, join clubs, and take risks.It may seem obvious, but smiling, making eye contact, listening, and just plain being warm, open, and accessible encourages people to c... More..
- Education > College Life The problem of passive learning from lectures in colleges
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While passive learning undoubtedly works just fine for some types of college students, studies have shown that anyone, despite their preferred method of informational intake, remembers 40% more of what they learn if the material is taught actively. That's right; students who are subjected to a passive educational environment ... More..
- Education > College Life Finding time for yourself in a busy college schedule
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Do you ever find yourself experiencing what could generously be termed 'dislike' for fellow college students who seem to have their schedules all figured out? You know the kind; they have a loaded class schedule, work a full or part-time job, and yet still manage to go out at night and know everyone in all of their classes, w... More..
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