When it comes to picking where you’ll spend four years of your life, should you actually tune into what seems like endless lecturing from those people who know it all your parents?
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What Are Resident Advisors?
Many naïve freshmen think that moving away from home and into the dorms is tantamount to total freedom – and no grownups telling you what you can and can’t do. While this is mostly true, colleges still need to make sure you are under official supervision and aren’t endangering yourself or your fellow hall mates. Enter: the resident advisor.
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Every student who has thought about packing her bags and studying at a foreign university has asked herself that basic question: should I stay or should I go?
The Typical Week of a USC Undergrad
At USC, you’re minutes away from world-renowned entertainment, the West Coast’s hottest clubs, and glamorous Hollywood. Here’s what you should expect during a typical week at USC.
UCSC: Biggest mistake and best decision I made freshman year
From the challenge of waking up for early morning classes to contemplating one’s role in the bigger picture of university life, first semester away from home can prove to be a true test.
Living in Italy as an American
Living in Italy as an American was one of the most exhilarating parts of the entire trip. You are in all senses of the phrase in a whole new world. At first I thought it would be intimidating and that the Italians would dislike us. I was afraid I would insult them with one of my customs or with my lack of skill in the Italian language. But this proved unproblematic. I can honestly say I did not have a single incident in which someone mistreated me or I felt like the odd man out. The Italians were open and welcoming.
Studying Abroad in Italy: Accommodations and Food
This summer I participated in the Italy Study abroad Honors College program for Florida International University. My trip completely opened my eyes to a whole new way of life. Everything was different from the baths to the food. Yet, as they say, different isn’t always bad—and my experience proved just that.
Studying Abroad: Social Culture In Italy
My study abroad program over the summer was coordinated through Florida International University’s Honors College. The Honors College is a separate entity within FIU that selects students based on merit (GPA, SAT, community service, extracurricular activities etc.), as well as an essay application in order to be part of the program. The six-credit course taken in Italy is actually one of the ways in which students can complete their fourth-year requirement.
BU People Watching Club
Whether it’s a universal facet of life that simply often goes ignored or a great talent that that must be honed and worked on, People Watching is now a recognized activity at Boston University.
Studying Abroad in Italy: Academics
This summer I embarked on the greatest adventure of my life. I was one of the 24 students who visited Italy for the entire month of May with Florida International University’s Honors College program. My study abroad experience was absolutely exhilarating and I would recommend it to all students. I don’t say this only because of the nights filled with fun or the breath-taking views, but also because of all I learned.