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10 Ridiculously Easy Dorm Hacks that Every College Student Should Know
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1. Label your stuff while packing
Don’t forget to label your stuff when packing with a specific color code. You can use different tapes for packing different materials like you can use red tape for packing clothes; prefer green tape for packing shoes, and take black tape for packing stationary and books. This will help you stay organized while unpacking and minimize your cleaning effort.
2. Binder clip cord organizer
You must be wondering how to keep all your computer cords and cables in one place. You can use few simple binder clips to make a horizontal channel and then use it to hand all your cables and cords. In fact, binder clips can serve many other purposes. Just be creative!
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3. A magnetic board for your makeup
Creating a magnetic board for your cosmetics stuff will help you in managing them. Moreover, this will help you to grab your daily cosmetics easily and will save your time during the daily hassle.
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4. Buy different colored notebooks
Colored notebooks can be easily distinguished. Or you can simply color your notebooks if you don’t want to buy new ones. These notebooks can save you time during class hours as you don’t need to waste your time searching for them in your bag.
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5. Fold T-shirts properly
Fold your t-shirts or shirts properly and stack them horizontally in your drawer. This will save your time in choosing one out of number of t-shirts and also save space for more t-shirt.
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6. Washi tape photo frames
You can use washi tape to make photo frames instead of hanging the wooden photo frames using nails and hammer. Washi tape photo frames look stylish and can be easily peeled off if you want to change your photograph or the dorm room.
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7. Make your own DIY First Aid Kit
Your mother won’t stay with you in your dorm room. So, a first aid kit is much needed. You can keep all the first aid stuff in any box and label it clearly. Also, keep it at a place which is easily accessible in case of an emergency.
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8. Use folding chairs
Folding chairs can save space as these are easily stored. These are easily available and come in different colors and styles. Choose one that matches your personality.
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9. Magnetic Bathroom Hack
If your dorm room doesn’t have enough floor space then utilize the wall space. Hang a magnetic strip on your bathroom wall and it’s ready to hold all your bath and beauty supplies.
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10. Use Bed Lifters to free up more storage space
These bed lifters will not only free up space under the bed but also gives you additional outlets. One bed lifter includes 6’ cord which can be easily plugged to the nearest outlet. These bed lifter outlets come with 2 power outlets and 2 USB ports.
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20 Infographics That Will Teach You How To Write An Essay Like a Pro
If writing an essay seems like a daunting experience, then learning how to break the process down into a number of easy steps will give you the confidence you need to produce an interesting, high quality piece of work. This article provides will provide the tops infograpics of essay writing .
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1) The First thing it’s to choose the topic that infuriates you!
2) Creating a out line will help you to have a idea how to write and where to start!
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3) 10 Tips to Write an Essay and Actually Enjoy It
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4) Essay Hooks
5) Discover how you want to write formal or informal !
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6) Easy Paragraph Essay Outline
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7) Writing essays connectors and phrases
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8) Simple Plan
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9) Different ways to express yourself when writing
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10) Paraphrase Examples
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11) Some useful Grammar tips
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12) Vary your sentence
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13) Ways to start and to end an essay
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15) Arrange your Essay the Right Way
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16) Proofreading Essays
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12 Things to Do In Between Your College Classes
No matter how hard you try; it feels like you can never get your college schedule just right. Whether it’s because your time ticket is second to last or you’re trying your best to get all of the best teachers on Rate My Professor. Either way, you are bound to have a little bit of time in between classes.
If you’re anything like me, it’s always too much to start walking to your next class, but not enough time to go home. And you know you would if you could. I mean, that’s where your Netflix is always signed in and your bed is always waiting for you.
So, if you can’t go home, why not try one of these suggestions!
1. Review the notes you just took
If we’re being honest here, we both know you’re not going to study later on. You’re going to leave these notes in your back pack until it’s finally time to cram for that test. So, maybe take this opportunity to read over your notes again now. You never know how much of a difference it might make!
2. Study for your next class
I don’t know if this happens to you, but have you ever walked into a class and been handed a pop quiz? Well it sure has happened to me! And since I’m a HUGE procrastinator, I rarely studied before class. So, if you get the chance take a few minutes to look over your class notes and prepare for the unexpected!
3. Read something
If you’re tired of reading notes, read something else. Personally, I’m a book girl, but there are so many other things out there for you to read! Pick up a book, scroll through a blog, or even check out your school’s magazine. I always checked mine for the latest campus police news, that and the event’s page to find out where all the free food was gonna be :)
4. Grab a bite to eat
Speaking of food, take this chance to splurge on something yummy! Whether you pack yourself snacks, go to the cafe, or head off campus, this is the perfect time to eat. Especially if you woke up late and ran to class without eating, I know how it goes! So make sure you take a moment to eat, that way your stomach doesn’t interrupt your next lecture!
5. Visit a professor
It’s always good to get on your professor’s good side, so use your free time to drop by and visit one. Each teach holds office hours on campus and they are scheduled for you! Use this time to get to know your teacher, get help with an assignment, or ask questions about something you’ve been having trouble with. Just make sure that you follow your professor’s instructions carefully, some require appointments to be scheduled during office hours, while others encourage walk-ins.
6. Make a to-do list
As a college student, you’ve got a lot on your plate! More than likely, you’re taking classes, working, and part of a team or club. On top of all of those responsibilities, you still have to remember to do laundry, clean up after yourself, and more. So, take a moment to create a to-do list. You can write everything out in a notebook, an electronic device, or even the palm of your hand. Although, be careful with that last one, especially if you wash your hands a lot.
7. Check your e-mails
If you want to be productive, check your e-mails! I always recommend doing this before classes anyways in the off chance that one gets canceled. There’s nothing worse than waiting outside the classroom of a class that won’t be starting. Make sure to let your friends know too, just in case they don’t check their e-mails.
8. Meet up with your friends
If you’re just looking to relax, I suggest making time to meet up with your friends! I’m sure they’d love to hangout if they’re free and if they’re on campus, you can head over to their place. Who knows, you might even make some new friends too!
Now, if there’s a large gap in your schedule, you may prefer something a little more time consuming. Here are 4 more friendly suggestions!
9. Head to the gym
In case you’re worried about the dreaded Freshman 15, head to the gym and get a quick workout in. Most campuses provide a large list of classes and physical activities for students. I know at my school, Zumba was one of the most popular classes. So much so, that they had multiple classes each day of the week. If Zumba’s not for you, I’m sure you can find something else that is!
10. Take a power nap
We might not be kids anymore, but I’m a firm believer in nap time! If you’ve got the time, I highly suggest heading home and getting some rest. Even if you can’t sleep, it’s still good to lay down and relax throughout the day. Just make sure to set an alarm so you don’t sleep through your next class!
11. Get a job
If you’ve got a decent amount of time between classes, why not use it to make a little bit of money? College can be expensive and even if you’ve got your expenses covered, it’s still nice to have a little spending money every once in a while. The great thing about it is, college towns are constantly looking to hire. If you’re lucky, you might even find a job right on campus or in your field of study!
12. Go to a campus event
Each semester, campuses hold a variety of events for their students. There are so many different departments and clubs that there is almost always something going on.
If you haven’t seen any, try checking the flyers around campus and your school’s social media accounts. Plus, if you know any RAs I’m sure they’d be more than happy to give you free food at their next event!
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Top 10 Interesting Things that College Girls Purchased for Under $15
As graduating up to college means a lot more freedom from our parents and siblings, it lets use have a bit more freedom in trying out what makes us curious. In this list, we will show you the top 10 most interesting things that college girls have purchased for under $15.
The products that will be listed below have actually been bought by a college student. So even though these products may be really interesting and strange to buy, they have actually been bought so we hope that you enjoy our list of the most interesting things that college girls have purchased!
1.) Gigantic Fluffy Chocolate 12” Teddy Bear
For the first item in the list, we have this cute and cuddly teddy bear. Why would a college girl need this you say? When someone graduates from high school and comes to college, they might not be used to all the excitement and people that will be surrounding them as soon as they come to their dorm/school.
This will cause them to need some sort of support or something to hold on to while going to sleep so that they can feel calm and last throughout the first year. Although this item may seem silly to purchase as a college student, it can actually help some students feel calmer and feel safer.
2.) Yellow Pencils, Count of 144
Wait, a count of 144 pencils? Who needs this much? This package of pencils was actually bought by a student who needed pencils for an “egg-drop” experiment. This student was trying to make an enclosure with these pack of pencils so that their egg can stay safe during the drop.
Pencils may seem great for writing but they also have a great use, protecting eggs! Also, we want to ensure you that the pencil stayed safe during the drop!
3.) Multi-Port USB Station
Why would a student need a multi-port USB station in college you ask? In this particular student’s room, there were only a couple of ports that could let them charge devices and with a room full of college girls with laptops, phones, and tablets, the chargers would always stay used.
So what this brilliant student did was purchase a USB station so that many people could charge from one USB station at all times. This allowed everyone in the room to have fully charged devices On with even a few ports left open because of the amount of extra USB ports the station had.
4.) Motor Oil
A college student buying motor oil? Is she trying to create a fire at their college? The student who has purchased the motor oil actually had a brilliant plan in mind with this oil. As the school had a lot of students with cars and the nearest car repair and maintenance center was miles away, this student created a car shop of her own.As she repaired and helped a lot of people maintain their cars, she made quite a bit of money although some people questioned all the equipment she purchased if they didn’t know what she did with it.
5.) Ultra-protection 36 ct Condom Pack
Sure, it may sound normal to some people that a college girl is purchasing condoms, since it can be useful in some dates, but there is actually another reason for this pack of condoms.Although it may seem like a waste to some, this pack was used to see how strong a pump was. In an experiment this student was doing, she had to prove that a pump she made was strong enough to blow a lot of pressure in a short amount of time. So what she did with the condom pack was attach all of the 36 together so that they were all layered on top of each other and then let the pump blow the condoms up. This helped her prove the strength of her pump and managed to “pull-out” an A from her professor!
6.) A Statue of Two People having Sex
Sure, sex toys and other equipment in that nature is fine for a student to purchase to use in her own time but a statue of two people having sex? What can be an excuse to buy this for a college girl?The particular student who bought this small $14.95 statue was actually a collector of unique and small statues that she kept in her room before college. However, as she graduated and moved away from her parents prying eyes, she had the freedom to purchase statues that weren’t really appropriate for her age.Although her roommate doesn’t approve of this student’s hobby, the college girl surely does enjoy the freedom that comes with college!
7.) First Aid Kit
Don’t college rooms have this already or at least close-by? The student who had purchased this had a disorder that made her bleed a lot with even the tiniest scratch. As she thought her using up all the bandages and tools that the school provided them will be a disadvantage to her roommates, she bought her own first aid kit so that she can take care of herself without using the resource that is shared by others.
8.) Lube
When the student’s roommate found a package with lube with it, she was surprised and amused thinking of what the student that bought the lube would do with it. When the roommate confronted the student, she confessed, “I’m only getting this for my bike!”
Although lube can be used for other purposes, this student was innocently using this lube for the rusty parts of her bike as it was growing rusty from all the rain that has been pouring outside.
9.) Social Media Followers
In college, having a good following on social media accounts such as Instagram and Twitter can be a good social status. So what this student did was buy fake followers for her Instagram and Twitter account so that it seemed like she had several thousand followers.
As this is pretty cheap to do, it wasn’t a bad decision to make except when people cracked down her since her photos weren’t getting a lot of likes while she had a high follower count.
10.) Lottery Ticket
Sure, purchasing a lottery ticket is common and is purchased by almost everybody. However, the most unique part about this incident was that a college student had purchased a local lottery ticket won a house and got $100,000.
With this winnings, she had a house to live in – that was pretty close to her college – and $100,000 she could spend on anything. As this winning basically changed her life at college, it is one of the most interesting and unique things a college girl purchased for only $5!
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The Ultimate 100 List of College Scholarships
If you are on the lookout for a scholarship then there are some websites that you should not miss out on.These top scholarship websites are professionally run and accredited and provide reliable, up to date information about opportunities for any person, regardless of where you are from or what your future plans are.
Here we rounded up some of the best posts we could find on college scholarships that you can all use to help you get prepare for the college life.
* Top Dollar Scholarships
1) 10 High Dollar Award Scholarships for College
The scholarship amount compensates for the high tuition fee costs. This can enable a student to concentrate of his studies rather than worrying about paying the fees.
2) The 10 Biggest Scholarships in the World
Higher education is proving out of bounds for most students. Meritorious students can now heave a sigh of relief that scholarships are available for them.
3) 10 Most Prestigious Scholarships In America
Every student dreams of studying in the most prestigious of colleges. These dreams can now become a reality with scholarships on offer all over America.
4) Top 10 High-Paying and High-Dollar College Scholarships
Students are under great pressure today in this competitive environment. The college fees are also on the higher side. A scholarship is the best alternative for students to be able to cope with the demand.
5) LARGEST DOLLAR AMOUNT SCHOLARSHIPS
Years of continuous recession have seen incomes dwindling. A scholarship from a reputed college is the need of the hour. This would take care of the future generation of America.
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6) Scholarships with September deadlines
September is admission time. In addition to scouting for colleges, students should also be on the lookout for scholarships to fund their higher education. Information is available free on the internet.
7) Scholarships with December 2015 deadlines
In today’s world, it is tough to make both ends meet. Education is a costly affair. Students should explore means of obtaining scholarships to fund their studies to lessen the burden on their parents.
8) High School Team Scholarships Deadline January 4, 2016
There are students good at sports such as squash. Such students can contact the above website and avail the scholarship to take care of their education. They can pursue their passion of playing squash too.
9) 50 Great College Scholarships for 2015-2016
Many a good student discontinues their studies due to lack of funds. Not anymore, you can visit the site and take advantage of the scholarships on offer. Scholarships also include study aids such as laptops and others. They also take care of post college life.
10) College Scholarships with December Deadlines
In case you miss the September deadline, you have the December deadline scholarship to look forward. Avail this offer and complete your studies without any worry about cost of funding.
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11) 6 Easy Scholarships that anyone can WIN
You need not be a scholar to win scholarships. You have to be plain lucky. Visit such sites, fill up the application form, and pray for your luck. Funding part of a college education has never been so easy.
12) 35 Scholarships Anyone Can Get
You should know that a minimum GPA score of 2.0 could fetch you a scholarship to fund your education. You need not be a scholar or a high school athlete to do that.
13) 10 Scholarships Anyone Can Apply For
The high cost of college education is proving a deterrent to many eligible students. There is an option available to them in the form of scholarships. Any student can apply provided he satisfies some basic conditions.
14) 10 Easy Scholarships
Students should know that completing surveys, writing poems and essays and having a decent GPA score could fetch them scholarships for funding their higher education. Visit the site above for more details.
15) Easy scholarships that are no-brainers
There are websites that does not require you to write any essay or poem as well. You can explain your point in a couple of sentences and win your scholarship. College funding cannot be easier than this.
16) 20 Easy Monthly Scholarships to Apply For
This scholarship site does not have any monthly deadlines as such. They are available throughout the year. International students can also apply through such sites. The process is also very simple.
* Scholarships That are Funny To Get In
17) 25 totally bizarre scholarships you can apply for
In case you find it difficult to obtain scholarships by conventional means, try for bizarre ones through this website. You never know where you would end up. This is certainly worth giving a try.
18) 100 Weird College Scholarships: Wacky Ways to Win Money for School
Having a creative mind can win you a scholarship. You can never imagine that such a facility exists in the world. Take advantage of the situation, let your creative juices flow, and land the scholarship of your choice.
19) The 7 Craziest Scholarships You Can Apply For Now
You know writing an essay can win you a scholarship. Now reading an essay can win you one too. Is this not an easy task? Some of the craziest things you do can win you funding.
20) 30 Unusual Scholarships
Students are usually aware of only the normal and time-tested methods to achieve a scholarship. There are unusual ways too. Having a unique surname or just being left-handed can win you scholarships.
21) 45 of the Weirdest College Scholarships
In the US, you should never lose hope. There are opportunities for everyone. You may qualify to win some of weirdest college scholarships in case you show persistence.
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22) Scholarships for High School Seniors
The end of high school marks the beginning of college education. Your high school grades can win you scholarships to take care of your college education. The key is to apply soon and in time.
23) 50 Top College Scholarships for 2014/2015
Many scholarships are available easily. The tough ones ensure you win big money. There are many scholarships available in this category. You should explore these opportunities too.
24) 21 Top Scholarships for High School Seniors
Students should always be on the lookout to win scholarships to lessen the burden on their parents. Education is a costly affair. Be prepared to do anything to win scholarships. You will gain in the end.
25) Scholarships for High School Seniors
The last year at school is a vital one for you. You should start exploring for scholarships from this stage onwards. Thinking out of the box can win you a decent scholarship.
26) SCHOLARSHIPS FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
College education is not only about tuition fees. There are other expenses too. Explore alternate means of winning scholarships to take care of these extracurricular expenses.
27) It’s Never Too Early! 40 Scholarships for High School Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors
You should understand that you should start scouting for scholarships as early as possible. The last year at school is the best time to scout for scholarships. Remember, it is never too early to begin.
* Scholarships For Sophomores
28) 4 Scholarships to Apply to Before Senior Year
There are scholarship options available for students in the 9th to 12th grade. Students should be in the knowhow. The earlier you start, the better it is going to be for you.
29) 10 College Scholarships for High School Sophomores
Students as young as thirteen years of age can also start applying for scholarships. The internet is the best place to search for such opportunities. Win a scholarship at this age and start preparing for your college life.
30) 50 Top Scholarships for High School Sophomores and Freshmen
Every student would be having his own strengths. This strength can win him a scholarship. Learn to nurture your strengths and apply at the correct time and place. You scholarship is ensured.
*Scholarships For Women
31) Top 15 Little-Known Scholarships For Women and Girls in 2015/2016
Being a woman or a girl should not be deterrence to higher education. There are sites that specially cater to scholarships for women and girls. Avail this benefit to the maximum.
32) 10+ Legitimate Places You Can Apply for Single Moms Scholarships
Being a single mother is a tough task in the world. To fund for further education is much more difficult. There are special scholarships for such single mothers only to enable them to pursue their dream.
33) THE HUGE LIST OF SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS FOR MILITARY SPOUSES
These are special grants and scholarships available to military personnel and their families. They do a lot of service to the nation. It is high time the nation repaid their services in some form.
34) Scholarships For Moms Going Back To School
Education does not have any age restriction. So, why should funding for education have any? Now, even mothers can go back to school and complete their education by availing special scholarships.
35) College Grant Opportunities For Single Moms
Single mothers find the going tough in the normal course of life. Education is surely out of bounds for them. Now, they can avail special scholarships and complete the vacuum in their lives.
36) Scholarships for Single Mothers
Single parents find it tough to get jobs otherwise. They can complete their education by availing special scholarships. With this additional degree on hand, finding a job would become easy.
37) Scholarships for Single Mothers
Single mother need not worry about high cost of continuing education any more. Special scholarships are available for them to complete their education and become independent in life.
38) College Scholarships and Resources for Women
Women have faced discrimination all their lives. Now the time has come to correct it. Special scholarships are now available exclusively for women to complete their education.
*Scholarships For International Students
39) 10 Universities That Offer International Students the Most Aid
International students have monetary issues because of the exchange difference in the currencies. They usually take education loans in their respective countries. Such students can reduce the burden on their parents by availing scholarships.
40) College Scholarships for International Students and Non-Citizens
International students take up some odd jobs to fund their education here. A scholarship would come in handy for them. Many are available. You only have to search for them.
41) Top 25 Scholarships in USA for International Students
Studying in the USA is an expensive proposition. There are scholarships available to international students who plan to study in the USA. They should avail these benefits the most.
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44) 10 Top Scholarships for Children of Veterans
War veterans have given their mind, body, and soul to the nation. Their children deserve some concessions. There are scholarships exclusively for such children so that funding a college education becomes easy.
45) Scholarships for veterans, active military and family members of veterans
The children of war veterans deserve a good deal. The nation has this in mind as they have formulated many scholarships for such students. Students should take advantage of such schemes and move ahead in life.
46) Veterans Scholarships and Grants
It is tough being a war veteran. It is tougher being a child of a war veteran. They require educational funding the most. Scholarships are available to them to take advantage.
* Scholarships For Disabled Students
47) Disabled Scholarship Opportunities
Physical disability is not a deterrent to higher education. In fact, such students should receive all the possible help to overcome their difficulties. There are scholarships available exclusively for them.
48) Financial Aid for Students with Disabilities
Disabled students face many problems finding the right source of funding. You should know the sites where you can find scholarships to enable them to meet their educational requirements.
49) 5 Scholarships for Students With Learning Disabilities
Students with learning disabilities find it tough to locate a benefactor to supplement their further education. Scholarship options are available for such students. You should respect their fundamental rights.
50) Education for People with Disabilities
People with disabilities are special people who require adequate financial assistance. Many scholarship options are available to them to overcome their disability and complete their education.
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51) 9 Top Scholarships for Hispanic Students
Hispanic students face many financial hurdles to complete their education. They deserve all the possible help required. There are scholarships available to such Hispanic students that they should take advantage.
52) THE BEST SCHOLARSHIPS FOR LATINO STUDENTS
Latino students face difficulty in communicating in English. This makes them all the more vulnerable. They do not know that options are available to such students exclusively. This site can solve their issues.
53) The 50 Best Colleges for Hispanic Students
Hispanic students usually apply for financial and business related courses. There are scholarships available for each of these courses. These students have to fulfill certain minimum requirements.
54) 25 Great Scholarships for Hispanic Students
USA is a land of immigrants. USA is also the land of opportunities. Every student gets an equal chance to complete his or her education. Hispanic students have special scholarship options.
55) Scholarships for Hispanic Women
Hispanic people have suffered many racism related issues. This makes them wary of pursuing higher education. They should know about the scholarship options available to them.
56) Top 50 Colleges For Hispanic Students
There are separate colleges especially to cater to Hispanic students. This site gives a list of such colleges. A Hispanic student should go through this site to learn more.
* Scholarships based on major
57) Top 25 Scholarships for Accounting Students
Usually students studying for engineering, medical, and management courses apply for scholarships. Accounting students too can do so as there are options for them too.
58) BUSINESS Students SCHOLARSHIPS
Doing an MBA in an American university is very expensive for anyone. Any financial assistance in the form of a scholarship is most welcome. This site has links to many such scholarships.
59) Top 25 Business Management Scholarships
Higher education in business management is very expensive. You should explore means of availing scholarships to reduce your financial burden. Visiting this website is one.
60) 25 Scholarships Specifically For Business Majors
Management graduates have great scope of employment by many business entities. Hence majoring in business management is a favored stream for many. To reduce the financial burden you can scout for scholarships.
61) 12 Top Scholarships for Engineering Students
Engineering courses are in high demand. The financial cost involved is also very high. You should have alternate sources of funding. Scholarship is the best alternative available for you.
62) 25 Great Scholarships for Engineering Majors
Engineering students form the bulk of those studying in the US. They understand the financial implications involved and hence need to search for scholarships to supplement their education.
63) 50 Amazing Computer Science Scholarships
Computer science has the greatest scope in today’s environment. More and more students are opting for these courses today. These scholarships therefore have the highest demand.
64) 25 Great Art Scholarships for Design & Art Majors
Vocational courses such as designing art are also very popular among students today. You should be aware that there are scholarships available for such courses too. Explore the internet for more information.
65) Culinary Arts Scholarships
Specialized courses such as culinary arts are also in great demand today. Scholarships are necessary for students pursuing these courses too. They are available at the above site.
66) 50 Great Private Scholarships for Teachers and Educators
Teachers and professors need to get their knowledge updated on a regular basis. They also need scholarships to comply with this requirement. There are special scholarships exclusively for this class of people.
67) 25 Great Scholarships for Psychology Majors
Psychology professionals have great demand in the market. Acquiring a major degree in psychology is a wise thing to do. These students should avail the scholarships too.
68) 25 Great Scholarships for Biology Majors
Biology is a natural science subject with good demand. Higher education is expensive scholarship can offset this expense.
69) 6 Top Scholarships for Chemistry Majors
Chemistry is a research-oriented subject requiring continuous education. This becomes expensive and hence scholarships are the best source of alternative funding.
70) 50 Great Scholarships for Criminal Justice and Sociology Students
Many students opt for specialization in this interesting subject. This subject is a necessity for law graduates to advance in their careers. Scholarships are available that one should make full use.
71) 50 Great Scholarships for Studying Marketing
Marketing is a very popular stream of study today. Every industry requires marketing. You should scout for scholarships in this stream. These are necessary to fund the high cost involved.
72) 8 Popular Scholarships for English Majors
English literature students are many in number. They feel the need for alternative funding. They could do well to scout the internet and search for scholarships on offer.
73) 25 Great Scholarships for Foreign Language Majors
Every student in the world should learn and master at least one foreign language. These vocational courses need adequate funding. You can do so by availing special scholarships.
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82) 5 Top Websites for Snaring College Financial Aid
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83) 50 Colleges with the Best Financial Aid Programs for 2016
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86) A Step-by-Step Guide to College Financial Aid
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87) How to Find College Scholarships
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88) How My Daughter Applied For And Won 18 College Scholarships: Read Her Winning Letter To Each Scholarship Committee
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89) How I Did It: I Applied For 100 College Scholarships
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10 Great Ramen Recipes You’ll Actually Enjoy
Step up your ramen game and turn them from ordinary staple to extraordinary culinary creation!
Once upon a time, ramen noodles were simply known as a dorm room essential for the college student on a tight budget. But with some creative additions, you can bring a bowl of ramen to a whole new level. Here’s 10 ways to turn this pantry staple into an epicurean delight.
1. Phabulous Pho
Cook noodles according to package, but only use half of the seasoning packet. Add juice of 1 lime, a tablespoon of sugar, 2 teaspoons of fish sauce, and if desired, a good pinch of pepper flakes to the broth. Put into a serving bowl, and add 1 to 2 ounces thinly sliced flank steak (it cooks in the broth), a handful of bean sprouts, and some mixed herbs like basil and cilantro, to taste.
2. Beef and Snow Pea Stir-Fry
Toss a quarter pound of thinly sliced flank steak with half of the seasoning packet, then simmer the noodles until they separate; drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil until smoking. Add beef and cook until well-browned (about 1 minute). Add a quarter pound of snap peas and stir fry for about 1 minute. Add another tablespoon of oil, the noodles, the rest of the seasoning packet, a couple tablespoons of oyster sauce, and a pinch of sugar. Toss until well-coated, then serve.
3. Hawaiian Ramen
Pan-fry spam and toss it in with drained ramen noodles. Fry up an egg in the same pan you used to fry the spam so it gets that spam-tastic taste and throw it on top of the noodles. Add some sweet pineapple chunks and finish it off with Japanese-style barbecue sauce.
4. Chilled Coconut and Peanut Ramen Salad
Prepare noodles as directed, then drain and add them back to a pot filled with cold water. Mix together a couple tablespoons of chunky peanut butter, half of the seasoning packet, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, and a tablespoon of chili-garlic sauce or sriracha to taste. Add a little water to adjust consistency; then toss in the noodles along with some chopped cilantro, peanuts, and unsweetened coconut flakes until coated thoroughly.
5. Chili Cheese Ramen
Cook noodles as directed, drain, and top with canned chili and shredded cheese.
6. Ramen and Meatballs
Prepare noodles as directed; drain. Add pasta sauce and cooked meatballs (you can find these in any frozen food section).
7. Ramen Frittata
Split finely-crushed uncooked noodles between two microwave-safe mugs. Stir 1 lightly beaten egg, 1/2 cup milk, shredded cheddar cheese and seasoning packet in small bowl. Pour evenly into mugs. Microwave 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on high until cooked through; let stand 1 minute. Top each with a slice of cooked bacon.
8. Marshmallow Crispy Ramen
Microwave 10 regular-size marshmallows and 1 tablespoon butter in medium microwave-safe bowl on high for 1 minute or until melted. Stir in finely-crushed uncooked noodles. Let them to soften; then shape into a bar.
9. Creamy Chicken ala Ramen
Heat up 1 can cream of chicken soup and 1 cup water in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Once simmering, add 1 package of ramen sans seasoning; cook until noodles are soft and separated. Transfer to a bowl and sprinkle with dried Italian seasoning.
10. Ramen and Eggs
Perhaps the most simple of all, just crack 2 eggs into the pot as you’re cooking the noodles. Leave them intact or stir in beaten eggs. The broth will cook it perfectly. Add the seasoning packet at the end.
6 Tips on How to Deal with College Stress
College stress is a notch or two up from high school stress. It’s different than the stress in the world of professional work, too. Learning to deal with college stress requires looking at stressful situations from a slightly different angle than you have in the past. Here are some tips to help you deal with stress when you’re going to college.
1.) Prevent as Much Stress as Possible.
While a lot of stress is unpreventable, you can head off quite a bit of it just by planning ahead. For example, college students get stressed out when they know they have a paper coming due the next day, and they haven’t started on it at all. That kind of stress is preventable. By breaking down a large project like this into manageable chunks and working on it a bit every day for a couple of weeks, you can probably have that paper finished even a couple days ahead of time and not have to worry about whether you’ll be able to turn it in on time. Another example is having enough supplies, like printer ink, on hand to do your work. Your professor isn’t going to accept the excuse that your printer ran out of ink when you try to turn your paper in late.
2.) Take Breaks.
While you’re studying, take five or ten minutes for a break for every half hour or hour you study. Your brain will be better able to focus on the material at hand, and you won’t get so stressed out that you’re having a hard time understanding some of it. Likewise, take breaks for exercise and to be with friends and family during the course of the week. Do something you enjoy doing, such as sewing or biking, to keep your stress level down.
3.) Keep the Goal in Mind.
You’re likely to feel like the world is about to crash in on you when you have three finals in one day coming up. It’s vital that you remember why you’re in college, why you’re doing all this work and studying. You’re doing it to graduate, get a job you enjoy and that can meet your financial needs, and make a positive difference in the world. You may have other goals than these for why you’re going to college. Whatever they are, keep them in mind when you feel stressed by all that you have to do to reach those goals.
4.) Take it a Step at a Time.
You may get overwhelmed thinking about all that you need to do. Break up your projects, your semester, your year, and your college career into pieces that you can digest. If you can see your way to the end of the term, to the end of the year, you’ll be able to see your way to the end of your college career, to the stage at graduation when you get your diploma. Set deadlines for small chunks of big projects that you can reasonably meet. Mark important days like the last day of finals with a night out with friends.
5.) Take Care of Your Health.
Chunk the Ramen noodles into the trash. It doesn’t matter if you’re struggling to make ends meet financially. You need to have some proper nutrition in you if you’re going to manage stress well. You’re more likely to get sick if you don’t eat and sleep well, which only makes stress worse. Get some fruits and vegetables into your grocery cart this week. Cook up a massive batch of healthy soup you can freeze or eat throughout the week. Find creative ways to get the right food and rest that you need.
6.) Get a Support Network, and Help Others.
Sharing your stress with family and friends is a good way to manage it. You can talk about it, and perhaps they can offer you some relief, say, by forming a study group with you to help you study for an upcoming exam. Just having someone listen to you vent about your troubles can make you feel better. You may also feel better being able to help someone else in your circle with a stressful situation. Consider volunteering on campus or in your community to get that helper’s high as well.
College students have to deal with stressors that others do not. If you work on top of going to class, you have even more stress you have to prevent and manage. Just keep the goal in sight, and prevent as much stress as you can to keep yourself well.
The Ultimate College Packing List
It’s time to pack up and head back (or to college for the first time!) to college, and you only have so much room in your car to get your gear there. How do you prioritize your belongings and pack only what you need? After all, a dorm room is about half (or less) of the size of your room at your parents’ house. You don’t want to bring more than you need because you’ll probably just end up having to bring it all home again at summer break.
Here is a list built to help you decide what you really need to take and what you can leave at home.
1) Bedding
-mattress cover (Lots of people have slept on that mattress in the dorm room.)
-comforter or duvet and duvet cover
-foam mattress top (if you think you’ll need extra cushion)
-pillowcases (2)
-blankets (2)
-sheet set (2) (Wash one; use one.)
2) Room
-additional seating (if you have extra room, say in a house or apartment)
-adhesive hooks and strips (to hang up your decorations and not get in trouble for ruining the walls)
-alarm clock (if you don’t use your smartphone for this already)
-rug (to cover up the nasty linoleum tile or carpet in your dorm)
-bulletin board / dry erase board (for roommate communication, scheduling, decoration, reminders)
-bedside table
-couch/chair (for apartment / house)
-coffee table (for apartment / house)
-curtain rods (if not in the rooms already)
-lamps
-full-length mirror
-hangers
-organizers for jewelry, closet, shoes, etc. (Consider over-the-door hangers for towels and clothes, too.)
-photos
-push pins, magnets, whiteboard markers
-trash cans
-bins for storage under the bed
-wall art
3) Laundry
-bleach
-drying rack
-detergent (fabric softener, dryer sheets, stain remover, etc.)
-iron / ironing board
-lint brush / pet hair roller
-quarters (if you don’t have a washer/dryer in your apartment or house, or you’re in a dorm)
-sewing kit
-laundry bag
-laundry basket / hamper
4) Kitchen
-blender
-broom
-dish soap
-dish rags / towels
-sponge
-dishwasher detergent
-blender
-toaster
-toaster oven
-microwave
-can opener
-chip bag clips
-coffee maker
-dishes and silverware
-dust pan
-hand soap
-minifridge (if you’re in a dorm)
-oven mitt
-paper plates and silverware
-paper towels
-plastic wrap
-sandwich bags
-freezer bags
-reusable water bottle
-mop (Swiffer, if you’re feeling rich)
-bucket
-aluminum foil
-plastic storage containers
-pots and pans (if you’re in an apartment or house)
-water filter pitcher
-electric kettle
-trash bags
5) Bathroom
-wash cloths / towels
-robe
-bathroom cleaning supplies (gloves, shower / toilet / sink and counter cleaner, toilet brush, toilet cleaner, etc.)
-rug
-shower caddy
-shower cap / shoes
-shower curtain and rings (if needed)
6) Toiletries
-acne medication / face wash
-soap / body wash
-shampoo
-conditioner
-deodorant
-hair gel / mousse / hair spray
-eye cream
-lip balm
-lotion
-makeup
-makeup remover
-moisturizer
-mouthwash
-nail polish / remover
-shaving cream
-razor
-sunscreen
-toothbrush
-toothpaste
-blow dryer
-straightener
-bobby pins, hair ties, etc.
-brush / comb
-contacts, solution, case
-extra glasses, eyeglass cleaner, case
-cotton balls / cotton swabs
-floss
-hair curlers
-hand mirror
-headbands
-nail clippers / file
-feminine hygiene products
-tissues
-toilet paper
-tweezers
7) Clothing
-tennis shoes
-bathing suit
-bras
-casual shoes
-dress shoes
-dresses
-purse
-gloves
-gym bag
-hat
-jeans
-jacket
-jewelry
-leggings
-long-sleeved and short-sleeved shirts
-pajamas
-slacks
-boots (regular / rain)
-scarves
-shorts
-skirts
-slippers
-socks
-tank tops
-tights
-underwear
-coat
-workout cloths
8) tech
-batteries
-camera
-chargers (phone, laptop, camera, etc.)
-dvd player
-dvds
-e-reader
-ethernet cable
-extension cords
- external hard drive
-flash drives
-hdmi cable
-headphones and spare headphones
-ipod/mp3 player
-keyboard
- lap desk
-laptop
-laptop case
-microsoft office
-portable phone charger
-printer
-printer ink
-printer paper
-recording device for lectures
-router
-sd card for camera
-spare cables
-speakers
-surge protectors
-tablet
-tv
-tv stand
-video game consoles
-video games
-wireless mouse
9) Documents
Bank documents (account information, check and savings accounts transaction records)
-car registration and insurance information
-checks
-copy of birth certificate
-copy of social security card
-credit card
-debit card
-driver’s license
-emergency contact list
-enrollment documents
-financial aid documents
-health/dental insurance cards
-lease (if you have an apartment or house)
-passport
-product warranties
-renters’ insurance (if you have an apartment or house)
-student id
10) Desk/school supplies
-backpack or tote bag
-binder clips
-binders
-business cards
-calculator
-calendar
-clicker (if you need one for class)
-desk chair
-desk lamp
-desk organizer
-envelopes
-erasers
-file folder for important documents
-folders
-glue
-highlighters
-hole punch
-index cards
-journal
-laptop fan/stand
-leisure books (one or two)
-letter opener
-notebook paper
-notebooks
-notepads
-paper clips
-pencil case
-pencil sharpener
-pencil
-pencil lead (for mechanical pencils)
-pens/colored pens
-planner
-portfolio/portfolio case for interviews
-post-it notes
-rubber bands
-ruler
-scissors
-stamps
-staple remover
-stapler
-staples
-tape
- textbooks
-three-hole punch
-wite-out
11) Medical
-allergy medicine
- aloe lotion
-antiseptic wipes
-bandages
-cold and flu medicine
-cortisone cream
-decongestant
-eye drops
-first aid kit
-hot and cold packs
-humidifier
-insect repellent
-multivitamins
-over-the-counter pain medication
-prescription medicine
-prescription refill information
-retainer/mouth guard
-rubbing alcohol
-supplements (iron pills, etc.)
-thermometer
-throat drops/lozenges
-throat spray
-upset stomach medication
-vaseline
12) misc.
-art supplies
-beach towel
-bike
-bike helmet
-bike lock
-board games
-duct tape
-earplugs
-fan
-flashlight
-lightbulbs
-luggage tags
-musical instruments
-pepper spray (if legal in your state)
-playing cards
-religious materials
-safety pins
-safety whistle
-sleep mask
-sports equipment
-suitcases
-tool kit
-travel bags/travel organizer for toiletries
-umbrella
-vacuum and vacuum bags
-weekend bag
This list is just to get you started. Customize it for your purposes, and have a great semester!
6 Ways to Survive Being Sick in College
Your mama isn’t there to take care of you when you have a sniffle in college. You’re on your own. (Unless, of course, you’re fortunate enough to be able to live at or close to home!) You’ve still got work to do, and you can’t afford much down time. Here are some ideas to help you get back on your feet as soon as possible.
1) Prevent, Prevent, Prevent.
Taking good care of yourself is the first step to being as sick as little as possible. That means getting enough rest (Read, “Don’t leave that project until the last minute.) and eating well. Processed foods with little actual nutrition, extra sugar, and loads of carbs will not do much to help you stay well. Eat whole foods, and actually cook for yourself. Eat out as little as you can (This helps save money, too!). Get to bed at a decent hour, and exercise. Take breaks to be with your friends and family as well. Down time is important.
2) Take the Time Off You Need.
If you’re running a fever, don’t go to class. If you’re hacking your lungs out, don’t go to class. No one wants to be around you, and it won’t be the end of the world if you miss class. The trick is to plan and communicate when you’re going to miss a class or a deadline. See if someone in class will lend you his or her notes. Maybe a friend can go to class for you, take notes, and / or record the lecture for you. Send an email or make a phone call to the professor to let him or her know you’re going to be out for a class and why. Ask if you can make up the test or turn in the paper the next day. Maybe the professor will email you notes and handouts from the class. Instructors are more likely to want to help you out if you simply communicate the situation and then follow through when you’re well again. Make sure you check the instructor’s syllabus for specific instructions on what to do when you’re sick. The protocol and policy is probably laid out clearly in the syllabus.
3) Supplements.
Supplements, such as Vitamin C, can help you stay well and get better faster when you do get sick. Even if you’re immune system is fighting something, you can find vitamins, herbs, and other nutrients to help you get well faster than if you just let the cold take its course. Talk to your healthcare practitioner about natural ways to boost your immune system during the cold and flu season and to help you get well when you do get sick. If you can lessen the symptoms and feel better faster, you can get back to class and to writing that paper that’s due in a couple of days. By using the right supplements, you may also be able to lessen the degree of severity of any illness you get.
4) Get Checked Out.
Head to your doctor off-campus or the campus health center to be sure that you don’t have anything serious if your illness becomes severe or lasts a long time. This can prevent the illness from getting worse or spreading around. Get any medication the doc says you need, and take it. If the doctor orders you to rest or to do anything else to help you get well, follow through on those orders.
5) Communicate with Administration.
If your illness becomes such that you’re missing a lot of class, you need to communicate with your campus administration. This can help you stay on track to graduate or to make alternate arrangements, such as taking an incomplete on a course instead of failing, for finishing out the term.
6) Take Advantage of Your Support Team.
If your friend offers to bring you some soup or to clean your apartment for you, take him or her up on it. You need all the rest you can get. People want to help out, so allow them to. You don’t need to do everything yourself when you’re sick.
Get well soon!
Pros and Cons of Being in a Relationship in College
Admit it – when it comes to hitting up the dating scene, it’s easy to find yourself frustrated. All you’re looking for is commitment. Yet, somehow the other fish in the sea don’t want to nibble on your fabulousness.
The reality is that it’s not you – it’s them: the guys. About 99.9 percent of them just aren’t ready for commitment. Why, you ask? Too many toxic bachelors and bachelorettes.
1. The freshman
If you’re looking to date a guy or girl in the post-secondary world – good luck. This is their first time away from home and probably their first time away from their first relationship too. They’re hoping to explore and figure out just whom they want in a perfect mate; there is nothing wrong with that. I’d rather have a partner who actually knows what he or she wants. For those commitment-bound, though, it can be disappointing finding that perfect person on campus, only to find out that he may be interested in you…and everyone else.
Yet, there’s a definitely lure to tapping into the barely-legal dating scene. True, you may be flirting with statutory rape danger, but the idea of finding a high-school fling is kind of hot. Remember those days where you would drive to lover’s lane and just make out? Ahh, those “dates” were perfect.
Pros: Fast and fun times on the town. Cons: Your relationship will last a New-York minute, and the odds of maturity? Um, yeah…
2. The business major
This person is definitely a good-on-paper kind of mate, but beware of what’s hidden. He or she is critiquing your every move and secretly writing it down on a notebook when they get home. Though they may pick up the tab, he or she may be intimidated by your success. After all, he’s the one who wants to bring home the bacon. Talk about sexism.
3. The pre-law type
Unlike the business guy or girl, your law-school beau-to-be is great at stimulating your mind. However, you should expect some arguments in your future. He or she’ll likely present a few “Exhibit A’s” when you fight over the remote. If you’re a member of the all-exclusive Mensa, then maybe you stand a fighting chance. If not, don’t expect to land this guy…unless you’re a defense attorney.
The great part about a lawyer type is that they’re probably really smart, prepared to analyze any case and can probably get you out of a speeding ticket. Who wouldn’t love a quality like that?
4. The journalist
Your secrets are never truly a secret. Everything you say to the journo is “on the record,” and he or she is constantly digging for that exclusive interview. The odds of you actually enjoying dating a journalism major is slim. Besides, they’re not going to make a lot of money. Do you really want to shack up with that? Ramen noodles are not forever. Diamonds are forever.
The journalist can be fun, though, overall. In their messy world, they can tackle a lot of different responsibilities at once. They know how to research stuff (study buddy, anyone?) The possibilities are endless…again, as long as you don’t expect them to pick up the tab.
5. The Greek life-bound
Their social agenda includes pulling off horrendous pranks, mastering a keg stand and perfecting his beer pong game. Unless your sorority is building a float with him or her at homecoming, the odds of you actually co-mingling, let alone dating, is slim.
Fraternity guys typically flock to sorority chicks. It’s just an unwritten rule. But if you’re into socials, speakeasies and non-stop talk about your “brothers” and “sisters” in everything Greek, then it really isn’t so bad. His sexual libido is spot on and always ready for a fling. However, it’s too bad he’s still learning what to do with his “tools,” if you know what I’m saying.
6. The grad student
Finally, a man or woman who has some experience but is still fresh and fun. The good part is that you’re likely to be on similar pages in terms of your budding careers. The only flaw is that because you’re fresh into the job scene, the odds of you staying in one place are pretty slim. This is also prime time for moving and other explorations in life.
Pros: This guy or gal could be “the one,” and hey may be able to afford taking you to places worthwhile. Vacations and jewelry aren’t out of the realm of fine possibilities.
Cons: He or she may expect you to commit to him and your career. Sorry, some people still live in the late 1800’s.
Regardless of where you are on the dating world, just keep things fresh and realistic. You need to be sure you’re finding someone who is, as cheesy as it sounds, on the same page as you. Most prospects out of that will led to disappointment. Sorry, ladies. Keep it real and have some fun.
The Comprehensive Guide to Studying for Exams
Exams can eat you alive if you don’t plan to study for them in the right way. The key to acing exams is to make a plan of attack and then to stick to it. Here are some tips to help you get the best grades possible on tests.
1) Don’t Wait to Study.
Did your professor tell you you’re having a test in two weeks? Start studying today. Just 20 or 25 minutes of studying now can cut way down on the time you have to study the night or two before the test. Review what you studied the previous day before you start studying new material. Do this every day, and you’ll have just about everything memorized and ready to apply on the test.
2) Make a Study Schedule.
We suggests that you create a study schedule so that you know you have a specific time set aside every day to study, and only to study. Treat studying like you would your time out with your friends or your workouts. The time is to be used only for studying.
3) Don’t Procrastinate on Your Reading Assignments.
Read your chapters and articles as they are assigned. Regularly review them before exams so that the information stays fresh in your mind. Create a summary of the important points in each article to make it fast and easy to remember what you need to for the test.
4) Go to Class Right Before the Exam.
Another suggestions is that you go to class right up to the day of the test in case the professor gives some vital information related to the test. You don’t want to miss that!
5) Create a Study Guide.
Throughout the semester, add important concepts (without examples, if you want to make the guide shorter) from your lectures, textbooks, articles, notes, tutorials, and any other source of exam material to the study guide. Organize the information into a few pages in a way that makes sense to you. Maybe use different colors to highlight important types of information (formulas, vocabulary, dates, names, etc.)
6) Make Flash Cards.
Flash cards are helpful tools for studying and short-term memorization, but don’t make them your only study material. They are good for definitions, formulas, and dates, especially.·
7) Get Rid of Distractions.
Turn your phone off, and avoid texting or checking email while you study. Play some music if you focus better with it. Many people focus better with music without lyrics. ·
8) Ask Yourself Questions and Paraphrase.
Ask yourself questions about the material you’re learning. This can help you anticipate exam questions. Also, paraphrase what you read to be sure that you understand it. Do this out loud if you’re an auditory learner, or try writing it out if you’re a kinesthetic or visual learner. ·
9) Make Visuals. Create charts, graphs, flow charts, and other visual material to help you understand complex processes and ideas. Breaking concepts down in this way will give you another way to comprehend the lessons. ·
10) Create Your Own Tests.
Write questions you think would be on the test. Then take your own test. Look for old tests from your professor. Ask people who took the class before for their old tests. Some of the questions may be the same. Your textbook probably has some online quizzes or practice tests in the book. ·
11) Take Breaks.
Some people say you should study 25 minutes with a 5 minute break. Others, say study 50, and take a break for 10. This gives your mind time to relax and reset. ·
12) Write Down Questions.
If you don’t understand something, write down the questions so that you can ask your professor or talk about them with a friend. ·
13) Study with a Friend or Group.
The more people talk about and review an idea, the better chance you’ll all have of learning from each other. Maybe someone in the group says something about a particular concept that you will remember because he said it in a novel way that helped you understand it better.
14 Tips How to Handle Conflicts With Roommates
Did your roommate not wash his dishes again? Whose turn is it to clean the bathroom? Conflicts with roommates can ruin your relationship with perfectly nice people if you don’t handle them correctly. When simple problems like those involving housework come up, you need to be able to handle them with maturity and a sense of calm. Here are some tips to help you maintain good relations with your roomies. ·
1) Ask yourself whether the problem is really that big of a deal. If it is something that only bugs you, then maybe you’re overreacting. Do you really want to ruin a relationship with a roommate over whether they turn their music off at 9 or 9:10 p.m.?·
2) Acknowledge the problem to yourself and then bring the situation to your roommate directly. Give yourself time to calm down about the issue before you approach your roomie. Avoid gossiping or talking behind your roommate’s back about the problem. This can only make things worse by creating an atmosphere of distrust and tension. ·
3) Talk to your roommate when you are both calm and have time to deal with the issue. Ask your roommate for a good time to chat. Go into the conversation with a positive attitude, thinking that the conflict can be peacefully resolved. Having this vision in your mind will help you reach an amicable agreement.
4) Give the discussion the time necessary to get it solved. Don’t try to rush the conversation. ·
5) Avoid statements like, “You always (bring guys over to stay the night/forget to put the seat down. . .)” Try instead, “I feel (fill in the emotion) when you (whatever it is that bothers you).”·
6) Use open body language during the conversation. Avoid crossing your arms. Sit facing your roommate. Look at your roommate in the eyes as he speaks.
7) Acknowledge your roommate’s feelings about the situation. Don’t jump in with your two cents, making sure to listen carefully. Nod your head, and affirm what she’s saying. Then recap what she said by saying something like, “What I hear you saying is that. . .Is that right?” This gives your roomie the opportunity to correct any errors in your understanding of her side of the story and helps her feel that you are truly listening. Really listening to someone can defuse a lot of anger from the beginning and keep the conversation focused on the problem at hand.
8) Stay on track with the conversation. Don’t go down rabbit trails and talk about other problems until the original one is solved.
9) Be prepared to compromise. It’s the roommate’s home, too, so you’ll probably need to give a little to find a solution you can both agree to.
10) If necessary, write up a contract or a written agreement so that you both remember what you agreed to in the final solution to the problem. Post this where you both can see it, and refer to it regularly.
11) Look at your own actions as a roommate in the house. See what you do that you think might irritate your roommates. Start changing how you act before you go to your roommate with a problem you have with him. Your changing your behavior might make him aware of his own shortcomings, and he might start acting differently without you having to say anything to him.
12) Get a neutral third party to help you resolve the conflict if you cannot do so on your own. Having an objective eye on the situation and someone to perhaps offer some alternative solutions you hadn’t thought of can be very valuable.
13) Be patient with the situation. If your roommate doesn’t immediately change her behavior, gently remind her of it from time to time if necessary. Maybe she just forgot once or twice to act differently. Give her the benefit of the doubt.
14) When you can’t solve the conflict, acknowledge that it is okay to simply not get along with someone well. When the lease is up, find a new roommate, but try to part on good terms. You can also find a sub-letter to take over your part of the lease if you have to leave before the lease ends.
Having roommates isn’t easy, but you don’t have to live in a tension-filled home. Take proactive steps to solve any conflicts before they get too out of hand.
The 5 Best College Majors for High Earning Potential
If you want to earn a high salary straight out of college, you had better pay attention to what major you choose. You probably know that a social science or humanities degree is not likely to earn you the big bucks after graduation.
You definitely want to earn a living wage after college at the least, but if you’re ready to start earning the big bucks right after graduation, then you need to plan ahead and focus your studies on particular subjects. Here are the five best college majors to earn a high salary after you are handed your college diploma, according to an article on Forbes.com by Susan Adams.Adams reported on a survey by Looksharp, a business that manages a website for entry-level and internship jobs called Internmatch.
The survey is called the “2015 State of College Hiring.” The survey clumps broad categories of subjects together and doesn’t include every single major at every college. However, it does give you an idea of the areas of study that are likely to end up with rewarding graduates with high salaries. The top major in the survey for starting salaries is computer science, which has an average starting salary of $66,800. Just behind computer science comes engineering. All types of engineering were included in the engineering category, and the average starting wage is $65,000 annually.
The “mathematics and statistics” category has an average $60,300 starting salary, followed by economics at $58,600 and finance with a starting salary averaging $58,000.These starting salaries reflect the average beginning salaries all over the United States. That is to say, there are big differences in what employers offer in different parts of the country. For example, computer science graduates can earn $85,000 per year out of college in the San Francisco Bay area, which is almost $20,000 more than the national average.
Those computer science students who earned great grades can command over $100,000 to start out in that region. The cost of living is really high in San Francisco and the surrounding vicinity, so keep that in mind. Contrast these numbers with the last on the list, which is social services, which has a new graduate average starting salary of just $34,700, followed by number two on the list, English, at $39,600.History comes in third at $40,300, and then graphic design follows history at $40,700.
Number five from the bottom of the list is the arts with an average starting salary of $41,500. The arts usually comes in at the very bottom of such surveys. The LookSharp survey is not the only survey that ranks college majors by their potential for high salaries for graduates.
PayScale.com listed the top five majors as well. According to BusinessInsider.com, which reported on PayScale’s findings, petroleum engineering offers the highest salary for graduates with a median starting salary of $102,300, and a median mid-career salary of $176,300, which is a 72 percent jump in salary.
Chemical engineering comes in second with a median starting salary of $69,600, and a median mid-career salary of $116,700, which is a 68 percent jump. Computer engineering students can earn a median starting salary of $67,300, with a median mid-career salary of $108,600, which is a 61 percent increase.
Nuclear engineers earn $67,000 as a median starting salary, and they earn a median mid-career salary of $118,800, a jump of 77 percent. Computer science and engineering students can expect a median starting salary of $66,700 and a median mid-career salary of $112,600, which is an increase of 69 percent.
So if you’re planning your career after college, and you want a high salary right after graduation, focus your efforts on getting a degree in computer science or a field of engineering. There is no consensus on the highest-paying college major, but they center on these two areas of study.
Pretty much anything related to math and science is going to bring home the highest salary. If you’re more of a social science or art person, remember that you’re studying those subjects because you really like them, not because of the salary that you’re likely to earn. No matter what you end up studying or what kind of job you have, remember that money doesn’t equal the happiness. Do a job because you like it, not because of the size of your potential pay check.
7 Apps That Make Studying Easier
With the advent of the smartphone and tablet, studying is now an activity that you can more easily do on the go. Apps make it easier than ever to study for that final or midterm, and they utilize instructional methods that speak to just about every learning style. So whether you like to learn by moving and touching (swiping, tapping, and clicking), by seeing what you’re learning (pictures, graphs), or listening (instructional videos, recordings), there is an app that will make it much more pleasant to study. Here are some apps from CollegeChoice.net and ExamTime.com.
Quizlet
Quizlet is one of the most versatile studying apps available. Create a set of flash cards with Quizlet on any topic. Arrange your study cards by subject. Add pictures. Add text and definitions in different languages. Play games to learn how to spell the words on your flash cards faster and more accurately. You can also play games to match the front and back sides of the cards. Add your voice or add words in 18 languages (helpful for studying foreign languages) to the cards if you want an audio component.
Recording App
Speaking of voices, use the voice memo app on your phone to record your voice or your professor’s lectures (if she allows it). When you review your notes, making an audio recording of you paraphrasing the notes in your own words forces you to state what you learned out loud. Later on, listen to the recording to review faster than re-reading the textbook. Listening to lectures again can help you clarify concepts you don’t understand.
iTunes University and Khan Academy
Check out the course material from colleges and universities on iTunes U (only available for iOS). You can watch video and read text on subjects that you’re studying. You may find a resource that explains something you didn’t quite catch in class in a different way. Download the Khan Academy app to watch videos on a variety of topics to enhance your in-class learning and to help you study for tests.
MyScript Smart Note
If you like to write down notes with a pen and paper in class and not type, then MyScript Smart Note might be a great app for you. There are lots of apps that let you handwrite with a finger or stylus, but they can’t really keep up with the speed with which you have to take notes during a lecture. This app isn’t any better about getting your notes down faster, but it is good for taking notes if you’re taking notes from a book and are studying at home or at the library. One positive aspect of MyScript is that it can recognize handwriting in more than one language, and it can understand even the worst handwriting. This app is available for iOS and Android. The app enables you to change what you wrote with certain hand gestures. You can also draw and add media like images, sound, or PDF files from cloud storage. For a couple of dollars, you can add more pages, the ability to export, and back-ups as well.
XMind
Xmind is only for desktops and laptops, but it is a versatile mind mapping tool. It isn’t mobile, and there is no Web app for it, but it can be a great planning tool for studying. Mind maps help you categorize and organize your thinking around a central topic and are usually helpful for visual learners. XMind has a free version, but you can pay extra for cloud storage and business-level perks if you want.
ExamTime
This app lets you create mind maps, flash cards, notes, and quizzes. You can use all of these tools to help you prepare for exams. Organize your notes, and create flashcards and practice tests of your own. Share them with your friends to help them study, and they can share their materials with you to help you improve your grades. Your notes are all stored in one location, making them easier to find and study from. You can also study in groups, private message other users, use the online calendar, and plan your studying. This is a Web app, so you can use it from any device with a browser.
SelfControl
If you’re like most students, your mind wanders easily when you study. Use SelfControl to block a list of websites for an amount of time you choose when you study. You can better concentrate on studying and stay off of the Internet.
7 Easy Ways to Get on a Professor's Good Side
There are times when being a good student is what it takes to pass a class or earn a good grade on an essay. “Good” doesn’t necessarily mean earning A’s throughout the semester, though, or that your professor is likely to want to help you out if you need her to. If you really want to get on your professor’s good side, you’re going to have to work hard. Slacking off is not going to make her happy. Here are seven tips to help you get your professors to love you.
1.) Go to Class. We know, basic, right? Show up to class, and your professors will remember your face as belonging to a person who actually is present for lectures. It’s natural for the professor to believe that you genuinely care about learning and your grade if your seat is warm every time she calls roll. If you demonstrate you care, you can expect to earn some brownie points.
2.) Go to Office Hours. Don’t ever tell your professor that you didn’t know when office hours were, and that’s why you failed your last test. They’re on the syllabus. You could ask the professor himself or the teaching assistant. Ask another student. Go to the professor’s website to find out when office hours are. There is no excuse for not going to office hours if you need help. If you make the effort to show up to office hours to ask questions about the lecture, text you read, or about an upcoming test, it shows that you want to establish a personal connection with the teacher and that you really want to do well in class.
3.) Ask Questions in Class. If there was something you didn’t get from the homework, make sure to ask your teacher. Do this during class if you can because there are likely to be other students who need an answer to the same question. If you don’t ask during class, go to office hour or send an email to ask. You could also leave your professor a voicemail if he prefers phone calls to emails. This helps your understanding of the material and again shows that you are paying attention to the material and truly want to comprehend it.
4.) Answer Questions in Class.
You can be of great help to other students if you can answer their questions during group work or when the professor leaves it open for a student to answer another student’s question. Also, pipe up when the instructor asks a question about the material being presented. This indicates that you read the assigned homework, listened in class, and that you have a good understanding of what you’re supposed to be learning.
5.) Do Your Work.
You can’t get by on a wing and a prayer in most classes. You’ll need to actually do your homework and turn it in. Doing the work and reading assigned shows that you’re serious about understanding what your instructor is trying to convey. If you need help, make sure you ask ahead of time so that you aren’t begging for an extension.
6.) Demonstrate Maturity.
Cut out the wise cracks in class. Your schooling is your most important job right now, so treat it accordingly. Act professionally, just as you expect your professor to act. While it’s totally cool to laugh and have a good time in class, it’s also important to remember that you are at college to learn. Acting inappropriately can also negatively affect everyone else’s learning, and you don’t want your professor to remember you for being the class clown.
7.) Get Help When You Need It.
Contrary to popular belief, your professor doesn’t really want to see anyone fail. She is not out to make your life miserable. If you need help, ask for it. Your professor may offer to tutor you or direct you to resources on campus that can help you get a passing (or better) grade. Don’t avoid talking to your professor because you think he won’t want to help you out. In reality, he wants to see you succeed, and taking ownership of your education by asking for help will definitely help you get on his good side.