While some college students may end up in a single room or commute from home, most first-year students who live on campus are going to end up paired with a roommate (or possibly grouped with two or...
Navigating College Roommate Drama
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Should I Live in a “Themed” Dorm?
Should I Live in a “Themed” Dorm? One of the primary benefits of on-campus housing is how easy it can be to make friends who share your interests. After all, you’re surrounded by people who are...
Dorm-Friendly Microwave Meals
Maybe you’re out of credit for the cafeteria or you simply don’t feel like leaving your room. Whatever the case, being able to whip up something delicious (and even nutritious!) from the comfort of...
Dorms vs. Off-Campus Living: Pros and Cons of College Housing
College is a time for growth and change — academically but also personally. College students are often living away from their families for the first time, and this chance for independence and...
Campus Visit Tips
With COVID vaccines widely available and many high school students vaccinated, physical campus tours are coming back. Many families are hitting the road to visit colleges this summer, and we want to...
Extracurriculars During Quarantine?
If you are a high school student already anxious about the college admissions process in the age of COVID, there is no doubt that you are struggling with the idea of how to engage in extracurricular...
Campus Safety Tips
College is a time of unprecedented freedom and independence. Parents won’t enforce a curfew, and a student’s social life explodes exponentially. As the saying goes, “With freedom comes...
Survival Tips for Freshman Year
After receiving much-anticipated offers of admission, high school seniors turn their attention to preparing for their college experience. Whether it is joining campus message boards, connecting with...
Freshman Dorm Room Must-Haves
As college students prepare for their Freshman year and move into their dorms, here is a list of must-haves and tips for a successful transition: Whenever possible, order textbooks online (often...
Activism and Academia
The Political Campus The recent mid-term election further illuminated the political spectrum of our country and college-aged voters turned out in record numbers. With the highest turnout in 25...