Archive for October, 2009

October 31st, 2009

Interested in Health, But Don’t Want to Be a Doctor?

The field of health is large and with health being an issue that is relevant to every human being, there are countless opportunities associated with it. If you have an interest in this occupational area, but are not interested in becoming a doctor, don’t worry. There are many areas of health you can study, some [...]

October 30th, 2009

How to Make the Most of a College Party

Big parties are an essential part of the college experience. Even if you’re really focused on your studies, it’s important to take the time to blow off steam, and parties are a great place to do it. Here’s how to find and really enjoy parties in college. Finding college parties shouldn’t be hard. Talk to [...]

October 29th, 2009

How to Choose Your College Major

It’s rare that students know what they want to do with the rest of their lives when they first enter college. And even though it seems a long ways away, it’s important for every student to ask themselves that question. Understanding what they want their futures to look like will help them shape their present [...]

October 28th, 2009

100 Incredible Open Courses for the Ultimate Tech Geek

While colleges can be a great place to build up your knowledge of technologies of all kinds, real world experience and free learning resources on the web can do a pretty good job of showing you the ropes as well.

October 18th, 2009

Money Matters, And So Do Majors Who Deal With It

Everyone is in the business of making money, so it is no surprise that those whose job it is to deal with it are enjoying a good career outlook. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of accountants and auditors is expected to grow by 22 percent between 2008 and 2018, and that of [...]

October 17th, 2009

The Pros and Cons of Study Groups

People’s study habits are as unique as the person themselves. Some studiers like music, background noise, food and their own rooms, while others need silence, libraries and no distractions. When you start college, there will be more studying than ever before in your life. And discovering the best way you study is as important as [...]

October 16th, 2009

Love from Afar: Making Your Long-distance Relationship Work in College

Long-distance relationships in college generally mean one of two things has happened: one, you and your significant other decided to go to different colleges, or two, you went off to college and your significant other stayed behind. Either way, having a solid relationship with your boyfriend or girlfriend all boils down to one word really, [...]

October 5th, 2009

100 Excellent Twitter Feeds for Art Scholars

If you want a constant stream of art discussion, news and artist profiles for the sake of your own research and passion, follow these 100 excellent Twitter feeds for art scholars.

October 4th, 2009

The Difference Between Animal Behavior and Animal Science

Scientifically-minded students who have a strong interest in animals may want to look into the academic areas of animal behavior or animal science. But even though both of these majors concern the study of animals, there are some key differences in what students learn about, the courses they take, and the types of careers they [...]

October 3rd, 2009

Sleep Deprivation Related to Depression in Students

Sleep is an essential part of our lives. It restores our minds and bodies by conserving and regenerating energy, repairing health problems and organizing our unconscious minds. But what happens when we don’t get enough sleep? According to several recent research studies, students that do not get an adequate amount of sleep are three times [...]

October 2nd, 2009

The Parent Teacher Association

Many parents of primary and secondary school aged kids know the importance of staying connected to their students’ teachers and school staff. To have open lines of communication can mean the difference of passing and failing a class for some students. To accomplish this goal, parents often join PTAs, or Parent Teacher Associations. The PTA’s [...]

October 1st, 2009

100 Twitter Feeds To Make You a Better Teacher

New technology is not only unavioidable, it’s a crucial part of education today. That’s why so many teachers are Tweeting, and many others are following close behind. After you set up your account at Twitter.com, be sure to check out some of these great education feeds. Who knows? You might even learn a thing or [...]