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Why Is It So Hard to Study Online?

Cerasela Hanseter, University of California, Berkeley

Studying online is becoming increasingly impossible without losing some weight in on the wallet. …

June 7, 2024

Coping With the Frustrating Hypocrisy of Free Speech on College Campuses

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

The right of free speech, as outlined in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, is always prevalent in America, except right now on college campuses. …

May 29, 2024

Minerva University: Around the World in a Bachelor’s Degree

Finlay O'Connell, Minerva University

With an incredibly unique educational experience and an international study body, Minerva University is giving students the opportunity to travel and complete their bachelor’s degree at the same time.…

May 21, 2024

Writing to Speaking: How Reading Work Aloud Can Be Validating

Daryn Schvimmer, Chapman University

It can be daunting to put yourself out there in a normal situation. It can be even more daunting as a writer sharing your work, but trust me, it’s so worth it in the end.…

May 3, 2024

Top 3 Online Planners To Help You Perform Better in Your Studies

Daniel Reed

Getting organized is a great way to get a leg up in school.…

November 25, 2020

Deciding How To Pay for Your MBA

Daniel Reed

Going to business school can run up the same big bill that undergrad did, but there are a few interesting things to keep in mind to make the whole process easier.…

November 17, 2020

An illustration of a maze for an article about finding a job after college.

Thinking About Life After College Shouldn’t Be a Source of Stress

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Searching for a career and a way to be financially stable after you graduate can be hard. But there are ways to de-stress that daunting task.…

November 2, 2020

Illustration by Marlowe Pody for an article on dress codes

Canadian Schoolboys Are Wearing Skirts To Protest School Dress Codes

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

Male High school students from Québec made big waves as they challenged the sexism and oversexualization of female bodies built into school clothing regulations.…

November 1, 2020

Illustration of a person holding a small business for an article about supporting small businesses.

5 Ways To Support Your Friends’ Small Businesses

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

The pandemic has spawned the creation of a lot of small businesses as people try to make a little extra cash. Here are several ways you can help support them.…

October 26, 2020

Online courses. (Illustration by Eri Iguchi, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

Online Courses: We Can Make the Most of It!

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Taking your school courses digitally can be difficult, but here are a few tips to help you stay on track.…

October 22, 2020

College football. (Illustration by Eri Iguchi, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

Because of COVID-19, College Football Looks a Little Different This Fall

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

As the coronavirus restrictions in the U.S. begin to lessen, universities are working to start this semester's sports seasons safely.…

October 21, 2020

Nancy Etz Scholarship Plus 7 Other Scholarships for Creatives

Daniel Reed

If you plan on entering a creative field, there could be some opportunities to alleviate your financial burden.…

October 19, 2020

Social isolation and relationships. (Illustration by Eri Iguchi, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

How To Manage a Relationship With Your Romantic Partner in Quarantine

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Being in social isolation with your significant other during college can be difficult, but here are a few things to think about that may help.…

October 14, 2020

Construction Site in article about gentrification

COVID-19 Has Made College Area Gentrification Worse

Katherine Bry, Washington University

The pandemic has made the strained relationships between colleges and surrounding areas worse as students bring both the possibility of infection and rising rental costs.…

October 12, 2020

Why Learn Ancient Greek?

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

It’s been dead for centuries. That shouldn’t stop you from becoming fluent.…

October 8, 2020

Picture of a video conference call screen, a breakout room, and virtual meeting

Breakout Rooms: Zoom Calls Have Become Doom

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

Attending class virtually means navigating the awkwardness of these sessions, a necessity to building classroom communities.…

October 5, 2020

How To Write a Paper in APA Format

Daniel Reed

The style is becoming a lot more common. Here are some basics that you should know.…

October 4, 2020

In ‘Boys State,’ Texas Teens Learn the Difficulties of Governance

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

In this Apple TV+ documentary, viewers watch as students navigate mock elections — and discover some things about politics in the process.…

October 4, 2020

Boston University in an article about college admissions

COVID-19 Could Change College Admissions Forever

Emma T., UC Berkeley

As fancy campus accommodations lose their appeal and resume-boosting extracurriculars get canceled, how schools accept students may look very different.…

October 4, 2020

Need a Work-Study Position? Check These 6 Fun Jobs Out

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

These opportunities combine hands-on experience with a good time.…

October 3, 2020

Netflix’s ‘Work It’ Realistically Portrays High School’s Stressful Culture

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

The platform's new coming-of-age movie encourages young people to not get too caught up in the college admissions process.…

October 3, 2020

Illustration of a person in a room by Malini Basu

Change Your Room and Improve Your Mood for the Colder Months Ahead

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

It's not just the place you sleep, especially now. Put more effort into making your space a special place you can unwind and enjoy, especially now that winter is up ahead.…

October 2, 2020

Need To Self-Soothe? Try These 7 Calming Teas

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

COVID-19 and college can cause a lot of stress, but here are some relaxing beverages that can help.…

October 2, 2020

colleges blaming students for COVID-19 spread

Colleges Can’t Blame Students for Coronavirus Outbreaks

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

Schools need to stop pointing fingers, especially when many of them haven’t taken the necessary precautions to keep campuses safe.…

October 1, 2020

Illustration of house on Halloween by Baz Pugmire

5 Ways To Have a Safe and Socially Distanced Halloween

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

You can still take part in the seasonal festivities without putting your health at risk.…

September 30, 2020

Balancing a Student and Social Life

Daniel Reed

It's not easy to juggle completing all your schoolwork while still having enough fun to avoid burnout.…

September 26, 2020

University of Michigan Grad Students and RAs Strike in Protest of COVID-19 Policies

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

Concern regarding the university’s inadequate pandemic response and the lack of transparency from administration has sparked outrage from several groups across campus.…

September 25, 2020

For an article about Skillshare versus LinkedIn Learning, an image of a person with earbuds in, on the couch, looking at their laptop

Are Learning Platforms Like Skillshare Worth Your Time?

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

Although websites like Skillshare and Linkedin Learning have many flaws, they also provide many opportunities for learning.…

September 23, 2020

4 Awesome DIY Ideas That Will Make Your College Dorm Room a Home

Daniel Reed

Make your home away from home feel more like ... well, home.…

September 23, 2020

Illustration by Diana Egan for the podcast Nice White Parents

‘Nice White Parents’ Podcast Looks at School Segregation

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

Chana Joffe-Walt uses a compelling narrative style to examine racial and class tension in schools — with students facing the consequences for racial and economic inequalities.…

September 21, 2020