Riley Heruska, Austin College, Author at Study Breaks

Millennials and Careers: Why It’s So Difficult for Recent Grads to Find Jobs

A large percent of millennials are ending up jobless, with a job unrelated to their degree or living with their parents again; why?…

January 24, 2024

Undocumented and Undeterred

Riley Heruska, Austin College

As the fight over illegal immigration intensifies, sanctuary schools have become a battleground issue throughout Texas. The question is, will legislators listen to students?…

March 2, 2017

Why Liz Schasel, a Plan II Student at UT, Is Biking from Austin to Anchorage

Riley Heruska, Austin College

A member of the group Texas 4000, Schasel and 80 others will travel more than 4,000 miles this summer to raise money to fight cancer.…

January 20, 2017

It’s Time to Stop Scoffing at Dating Apps

Riley Heruska, Austin College

The social stigma of finding romance on your phone decreases every year, and for a good reason—it works.…

January 18, 2017

6 Simple Ways College Girls Can Stay Safer

Riley Heruska, Austin College

When it comes to your security, it always pays to over-prepare.…

January 7, 2017

A Doctor a Day Keeps the Millennials Away

Riley Heruska, Austin College

Recent studies show that young people, especially college students, aren’t going to the doctor even when they need to.…

January 1, 2017

6 Gift Ideas Guaranteed to Be a Hit

Riley Heruska, Austin College

Admit it: It’s time to put some more effort into your gift selections.…

December 22, 2016

Meet the Texas A&M Junior Who Trains Service Dogs While in School

Riley Heruska, Austin College

After working with an organization that trains service dogs, Sewell adopted 10-week-old Rango Star and began raising him from her dorm room.…

December 15, 2016

A Guide to the Best 8 Christmas Films to Fuel Your Holly Jolly Spirit

Riley Heruska, Austin College

Kick back, relax and drink some maple syrup with Buddy the Elf.…

December 9, 2016

Meet Lara Tabak, the Award-Winning Student Designer

Riley Heruska, Austin College

After emigrating from Israel to study in New York City, Tabak's distinct vision has made her one of the most talked-about students in the fashion industry.…

December 5, 2016