Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
Many colleges are experiencing growth in non-traditional student populations, with some campuses catering specifically to working adults. Although non-traditional students are more common and schools are working to cater them, it will always be a challenge to balance work and school. If you’d like to go back to school or currently attend college as…
The first semester in college is a crucial time for students. Actions taken-or not taken- in the first few months of college can have a lasting impact on academic and career success. A new environment combined with increased academic pressure can push even good students off track. Fortunately, there are several things college freshman can…
While you are a student you know how crazy your class hours can be. Maybe you have all afternoon classes except for Mondays, or all morning classes except for Fridays. Or you have classes at 8 am and 6 pm and nothing in between. This can make it hard to find a job that will…
You’ve likely heard of the “freshman 15” – the weight many college students gain during the first year. There are several reasons for weight gain in college, mainly a combination of decreased physical activity and access to unlimited dining hall food. Read on for some tips for preventing weight gain during college. If you’ve already…
During your college tenure, you’ll likely receive at least one grade that doesn’t seem right. Although you shouldn’t sit back and let a mistake go, you need to be careful about how you approach the situation. It’s likely your professor has had many grade disputes that were frivolous, so you need to be sure your…