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Making the grade: surviving college finals
Do you dread final exams? Do you never seem to have enough time to absorb everything? There are some simple things you can do to improve your chances of scoring a high grade and it doesn’t include hiring a tutor. Follow our helpful tips to help make your study time more productive and less stressful. Who knows, you may end up on the Dean’s List!
Great College Graduation Gift Ideas!
Very soon, college students around the country will be turning in their textbooks, finishing finals and picking up their graduation gowns. It's a time for celebrating accomplishments and saying good-bye to good friends. It's also a time to rake in the gifts! Before you take that final walk across the stage to get your diploma, be sure you educate your family and friends on which items make great gifts for college grads.
My Favorite Websites For College Students
If you have questions about college, the Internet will have the answers. Whether you want to redecorate your space, need help choosing a class, or simply want to find a better way to take notes, you'll find what you need on the web. Here's a small sampling of some of my favorite websites.
Five Crazy College Courses You Should Consider!
Wouldn't it be cool if you could get college credit for watching 'South Park' or 'The Walking Dead?' What if you could spend a semester listening to your favorite performer or watching movies? Sounds too good to be true, right? Believe it or not, there are classes in colleges across America that use pop culture, reality TV, and other areas of entertainment as teaching aids. You don't have to be a film student or English major to take creative courses. Check out these fun courses offered at a college campus near you!
How to Get a College Education for Free!
Does the cost of a traditional college education seem out of reach for you? If you are like many students, short on funds but eager to learn more, here's some good news. Several online organizations now offer free college courses for little or no cost! Although most of these programs will not result in an actual degree or certificate, you can enroll in classes and learn at your own pace. Whether you are looking to expand your knowledge in your current field or learn a new skill, one of these resources is bound to be perfect for you!
9-11-2001: Never Forget
Most of us can remember exactly where we were and what we were doing on September 11, 2001; it's a day that has changed our lives forever. Read how some students and colleges remembered the tenth anniversary of 9-11 on college campuses this past weekend.
College Graduation To-Do List: What Every Senior Needs to Know
It's hard to believe, but college is nearly over. Years of cramming for exams, countless projects and those fun-loving Spring Breaks are all coming to an end. But before you can put on your cap and gown, there are few details to attend to; you can't simply show up and expect to get your diploma. Just like everything else in college, there are papers to be completed and submitted. Don't miss out on a moment of the fun by neglecting to submit the required materials. This handy 'To-Do' list will help you get to the party on time!
4 Things To Consider On When To Drop A Class?
Are you having difficulty understanding the subject matter in one of your classes? Do you find that you run out of time or can't complete the assignments? Maybe, you just don't get along with the professor. Don't do anything rash, like never returning to class; review your options for dropping or withdrawing from the course. After weighing the pros and cons, you just might find that it's actually better to tough it out instead.
Get Prepped for the GRE
Whether you have just finished your bachelor's degree or it's been some time since you stepped foot on a college campus, taking the General Record Exam (GRE) can be very stressful. Unlike previous college entrance exams, where you may have been able to score well with minimum effort, the GRE typically requires some preparation. Luckily, there are plenty of free resources online that can help you make the most of the exam and (hopefully) reduce your stress levels.