5 Reasons to Have a Daily Planner Many schools are reaching the end of the term and students (and parents) are stressed. As we’re approaching that time of year, it’s important to keep ourselves organized. Even if you don’t have tests and projects coming up, you may be considering organization and making better use of…
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Why We’re Grateful for Education With Thanksgiving approaching, everyone is focusing in on what they’re thankful for. In honor of education, this week we’ve asked several people why they’re thankful for education. It’s easy to take educational opportunities for granted, particularly in countries where such education is readily available. As you read, consider your own…
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5 Tips for Choosing a Major On this blog we have had regular opportunities to interview people in a variety of fields regarding their choice of major and career. Through these interviews it has become quickly apparent that there a pros and cons to every path. There are so many things that can be done,…
Read moreBenefits of Participating in Theatre Yes, theatre lovers, the time has come. In our continuing series on the benefits of extra-curricular activities, this week we will be discussing the many benefits of participating in theatre. Academically Studies have shown that students who participate in theatre tend to do better in school. Those who struggle…
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So, You Want to be a Criminal Justice Major This week we were able to interview Felicia Christiansen, a student currently working on her undergrad in criminal justice. She clearly has a passion for what she is preparing to do and may be able to shed some light for those who are considering a similar…
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Benefits of Learning a Musical Instrument In the past month or so we have already discussed the incredible benefits of both playing sports and reading classics. This week we will be discussing the benefits of learning a musical instrument. Several of the benefits are similar to those discussed in the previous few posts, however there…
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So, You Want to Be an English Major This week, in our ongoing “So You Want to Be a…” series, we were able to interview Heather Parrish who is about to complete her final semester as an undergrad in English. For those who are considering a major in English, perhaps her thoughts will help you…
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Benefits of FAFSA Most people have heard of FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). However, due to some misconceptions about the purpose of FAFSA, many people never fill it out. This is because it’s commonly believed that only those who come from households with extremely low incomes can qualify. This is not true. Nearly…
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It’s wind down time! Summer is coming to a close and it’s time to get back into the school focus. This week we’ll be discussing some tips and tricks to make the transition easier. You can use these for yourself or for your kids, depending on your situation. Get Those Summer Assignments Done Some teachers…
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How Do Students Deal with Stress? The internet is full of advice on how to deal with stress in school. Scientists and psychologists are constantly coming out with new research and ideas about how to combat stress, particularly in regard to homework. Despite this huge variety of advice and ideas, one thing most people agree…
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