Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
Planning and organization are keys to academic success in college. One way to stay on top of assignments and other events is to keep a planner on hand. A good academic planner will have a place for notes, goal tracking and at a calendar large enough for writing in daily tasks. You may prefer…
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…
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…
Good news for Internet addicts: browsing the web can help raise your GPA! Make the most of your time online by frequenting sites that offer lectures, notes, tutorials, and study strategies. Ten of my favorite online study resources: Study Guides and Strategies Since 1996, Studygs.net has provided study strategies and resources to help students achieve…