College Life

In an article about college students moving to big cities, a college student wearing a backpack wistfully stares over a cityscape at sunset.

The ‘Big City College Experience’ Myth

Steffi Stoffel, Columbia College Chicago

Can we expect young adults to handle the hustle and bustle of their new lives?…

August 18, 2023

An image of people playing intramural sports shows a group throwing a basketball at sunset.

Intramural Sports are More Than Just ‘Fun’

Exercising doesn't have to be boring or difficult. Colleges have started introducing new, exciting workouts for students!…

November 4, 2022

A drawing of Marist College shows a building completely rendered in grey scale.

Everything You Can’t Do at Marist College

Kirk Chamberlain, Marist College

Some colleges offer more opportunities for fun than others.…

September 5, 2022

A drawing shows a student with a dream school ignoring important things.

Your ‘Dream School’ Might Actually Be a Nightmare

Vanessa Rivera, James Madison University

While some colleges can look great on paper, it's important to consider everything when choosing where to go.…

July 25, 2022

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Cannabis Usage in College Has Grown in the Past Few Years

Brett Hintz, University of Texas at Austin

Between stress related to COVID-19 and burnout, more students have started using recreational marijuana over alcohol and cigarettes.…

April 17, 2022

small appliances (mini fridge, essential oil diffuser and water pitcher)

7 Dorm-Friendly Food and Wellness Appliances to Improve College Living

Janey Schmidt, Columbia College Chicago

Leaving home is tough, so students need specific amenities to improve their ease and comfort.…

April 7, 2022

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‘The Sex Lives of College Girls’ Is a Coming-of-Age Gem

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

HBO Max's new dramedy portrays women's adolescence with a nuanced richness that tends to be rare in television.…

December 14, 2021

How To Stay Organized and Stress-Free While Dorm Room Shopping

Salma Heram, George Washington University

Is getting everything ready for college starting to become overwhelming? Read on to find out how to prepare all of your supplies without feeling anxious.…

August 29, 2021

From Mug Cakes to Granola-Bar Suppers, This Is Dorm Dining 101

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

COVID-19 has radically changed the school year for college students, especially their dining experience. For many, the dorm is the new dining hall. …

September 10, 2020

How Life Narratives Will Help You Face Life in a More Postive Way

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

Thinking about your experiences as a narrative instead of as a rigid path will aid you in leading a happier life.…

September 9, 2020

An illustration of two people being socially distant yet still social

How To Be Social During a Socially Distant Semester

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

While this fall may not allow students to participate in sporting events or attend parties, there are still ways for you to interact with your friends.…

September 4, 2020

An illustration of a couple wearing masks symbolizing the hookup culture present at colleges

How Will the COVID-19 Pandemic Change Hookup Culture?

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

As coronavirus cases continue to increase, will students finally adhere to proper social distancing guidelines, or will they continue to ignore them?…

August 31, 2020