Yesterday my mom called me from work. She was having trouble being productive—the office was quiet, she had tons of work, it just didn’t add…
Free Time in College
Oh the joys of free time. Some students loathe it—thinking, “if I have down time, I’m doing something wrong!” Others love it, the only thing…
Student Government on a College Level
Freshman year I searched high and low for clubs to join. I had heard so many rumors about making sure to get involved that I…
Why I Refuse To Sit In My Dorm Room
College is busy. But news flash—you knew that coming in. Over the last 3 years I have made it my goal to be as involved…
Perks of Being Involved
Everyone tells you it’s important to get involved in college. Well, guess what? I wholeheartedly agree. It’s crucial. If you go to a big school…
Credit Crunch
Whether you’re a freshmen or a senior, the number of credits you take throughout college is important. Now as a freshman, you may not pay…
Out With the Old, In With the New
While there may not be real school bells ringing, or yellow buses picking you up, it’s obvious that school has once again started. For many,…
College Budget Shopping
Ever since I went to college my definition of “grocery shopping” has changed a little. I loved going with my mom and dad, of course—sneaking…
Longing for Language
I went to China in May. It was amazing. Everything was different—the food, the culture and of course, the language. I loved everything about it.…
Real Chinese Food
In my three years of college I have experienced a wide variety of take-out, fast food. In fact, there are a plethora of options right…
Olympics & London Love
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few months, you’re well aware of the hoopla surrounding London, the Royal Family—Will and Miss…
Travel Study: China, Part 1
College consists of classes, papers, big games, and often, long nights—whether studying, or out experiencing the extra curricular side of things. You can spend your…
Final Grades: Damage Control
The last few weeks of class can often be the hardest. You get a little antsy and count down the days until summer, or graduation……
Summer Solutions: How to Spend your Summer Productively
After a long semester at school, it’s important to reward yourself! Congratulations! You did it! Class after class, roommate drama after drama, and somehow you…
How Graduation Effects Us, Even if We Aren’t The Ones in Robes
Graduation is a bittersweet time of year. We know it’s coming all year long. In fact, if you think about it, we know it’s coming…