Give Yourself the Gift of Fun This Holiday Season! Are you planning to head home for the holidays and sit around your parent's house? Boring! You don't need a ton of cash to have some fun this holiday season. Just grab a few friends and try out one of these winter getaways. Your brain will thank you for it!
Just for Men: Surviving Valentine’s Day on a Budget Guys, are you dreading Valentine's Day? I'm pretty sure it's one of the least favorite holidays for men, especially since it usually costs a fortune. If your bank account is running on empty, or you're just not sure your girlfriend is worth a weekend getaway, consider these less expensive, yet very romantic gestures that won't leave you broke. Your wallet will thank you for it, and you won't feel so bad when you dump your current girl for another hottie over Spring Break!
New Year’s Eve on a College Student’s Budget Don't let a tight budget dampen your New Year's Eve plans. Put together a fun party for your friends and family without spending a fortune. These simple tips can help you create a festive atmosphere and ring in the New Year in style.
How to Make Your Long-Distance Relationship Work Relationships are complicated, especially when two people are hundreds of miles apart from each other. While your friends and classmates are cuddling with their significant others, you'll be snuggling up to your cell phone or laptop waiting for your next chat session. Although balancing college and a long-distance relationship can be daunting, it is possible to make it work. Just follow these suggestions for creating a well-balanced relationship that is built on mutual respect and trust. Who knows, you may even leave college with more than a diploma!
Countdown to Graduation: 5 Things To Do Before Graduation It's easy to get wrapped up in final exams and preparing for graduation, but don't let these last few weeks as a college student go to waste. Put down your books for a few moments and take a walk around campus, soaking up every detail and enjoying a few laughs with friends. If you don't know where to start, here are a few things I wish I had done before I graduated. Oh, one more thing…Don't forget your camera!
Five Fun Dates That Won’t Leave You Broke It's hard enough managing a relationship in college, but now you have the added pressure of Valentine's Day. All those commericals for jewelry and romantic getaways just make it even worse. Who has that kind of money? If you are running a little short on cash, don't sweat it. We have five fun dates that are sure to make a great impression without leaving you broke.
How to Make Thanksgiving Dinner in a Dorm Room Are you staying on campus for the Thanksgiving holiday? There's no reason why you should have to resign yourself to eating leftovers from the cafeteria or Ramen noodles. You can actually create an entire holiday feast right from your dorm room. We'll help you plan the menu and even explain how to cook everything, so it tastes like your mom would make (well, sorta). We guarantee your friends will be impressed and you'll be the talk of the campus. So, grab a pen and paper, and let's get this party started!
5 Fun and Inexpensive Halloween Costumes Remember in high school when your parents told you that you were too old for Halloween? Forget that nonsense! Dressing up is perfectly acceptable at college. In fact, Halloween tends to be one of the wildest days on campus. Even college professors have been known to join in on the fun. Unfortunately, renting a costume can set you back a pretty penny, and buying those cheap, plastic outfits from the local discount store will make you look ridiculous. If you want to turn some heads this Halloween without scaring your wallet, consider one of these fun and inexpensive costume ideas.
The Dangers of College Binge Drinking As students settle into their new lives on campus, many are checking out the local clubs and letting loose. For some, this means drinking copious amounts of alcohol and throwing caution to the wind. Few students actually consider the consequences of their actions or worry that they may be putting their lives in danger. In fact, these first few weeks of college are some of the most dangerous, especially for freshman and female students. The mixture of youth, newfound freedom and alcohol can prove to be a deadly concoction for many students. Here is a quick look at the sobering statistics of college drinking and what students should be aware of before heading out to their next party.
7 DIY Valentine’s Day Gifts for Broke Students Valentine's Day is just a few short weeks away, so it's time to start thinking about what you'll be giving that special someone in your life. If you are like any average college student (BROKE), you know that coming up with the money to plan some lavish weekend getaway is probably out of the question, but that doesn't mean you're off the hook. We have seven do-it-yourself gifts that are sure to make anyone fall head over heels for you.