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Six strategies for capitalizing on student learning opportunities

The college experience is full of numerous learning opportunities in and out of the classroom that undergraduate students should take full advantage of. While book learning is important, there are also...

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4 Lifelong benefits of participating in student activities

It can be tempting when juggling a hectic schedule to take your classes, do your homework and not participate in what your college has to offer. This is especially true when pursuing a graduate degree...

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Enhance your career prospects with co- and extra-curriculars

Sometimes in college, the process of getting a degree can seem plodding and ineffective. Many students passionate and eager to get started in their professions can become frustrated when they're forced...

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4 Things I miss about studying in Europe

The funny thing about my study abroad experience in Europe is that I spent a lot of time feeling homesick while I was there, but now that I'm back, I miss it more and more every day. Being introduced...

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Dave Kelly’s Top 10 Absolute Promises

"When you book me on your campus, here’s what you get…" 1. No diva behavior! - I promise to be the easiest speaker/artist you will ever work with. My technical needs are simple: a power point...

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Engage, connect and invest for post-college success

Though a college degree is one of many factors that can lead to your success, there are many factors that can contribute to whether you are ultimately successful in completing your degree. Research has...

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Co-curricular activities, learning outside the classroom and student success

Some of the best time that students spend is participating in co-curricular activities. I use CO-curricular, because the things that students can be involved in through activities outside the classroom...

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Get tech-savvy as soon as you get to college

It's okay to enter college clueless. Nearly all of us do, and it's fun to start with a clean slate. But by the time you leave after 2-4 years, you better have your wits about you. The job market is...

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Join a Club Sport

When you enter college the one thing people tell you is to, “join as many clubs as possible and meet as many people as possible.” People often overlook club sports as something to get involved in or as...

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3 Smart Alternatives to Studying Abroad

Of the over 20 million students studying on American campuses, less than 300 thousand ever take the plunge into a semester abroad, reports USA Today. Study abroad programs are not uncommon, and many...

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10 Ways your Co-curricular Activities can Lead to Post-college Success

Keeping your grades up and keeping your nose in the grindstone is important for every graduate but it’s not the only thing that ensures post-college success. More colleges are focusing on the all-round...

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4 Lifelong benefits of participating in student activities

It can be tempting when juggling a hectic schedule to take your classes, do your homework and not participate in what your college has to offer. This is especially true when pursuing a graduate degree...

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Save Money By Taking Classes Online

The cost of getting an education and earning a degree is getting more expensive every year. Lack of money is the main reason why many potential students postpone earning a degree. In addition to...

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Studying Abroad? Travel Tips for Students

Of all the opportunities college brings, the chance to immerse yourself in another culture with very few strings attached stands out. When else will you have the freedom to leave almost everything...

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Safe Destinations for College Students Traveling Solo

When you're in a new place, you have to be aware of your surroundings and always keep safety in mind. Choosing destinations that are on the "safer side" is encouraged, especially when you're traveling...

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How to Learn a Foreign Language Outside of the Classroom

Learning a new language is exciting and challenging, but it also opens up new opportunities on a global level. So why not speed up the learning process by trying a few methods to learn outside those...

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4 Things I miss about studying in Europe

The funny thing about my study abroad experience in Europe is that I spent a lot of time feeling homesick while I was there, but now that I'm back, I miss it more and more every day. Being introduced...

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Opportunities for Active Learning both Inside and Outside the Classroom

When it comes to education, the most important thing to remember is that you study for you and you alone. Not for your parents, and, God forbid, not for your tutors. You study for yourself, and today...

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Enhance your career prospects with co- and extra-curriculars

Sometimes in college, the process of getting a degree can seem plodding and ineffective. Many students passionate and eager to get started in their professions can become frustrated when they're forced...

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Six strategies for capitalizing on student learning opportunities

The college experience is full of numerous learning opportunities in and out of the classroom that undergraduate students should take full advantage of. While book learning is important, there are also...

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