Communication is essential to any relationship whether the connection is personal or professional. Handwritten forms of communication seem to be outdated by electronic forms that have become more efficient and cost effective ways to reach out to others. The rise of social media has established other avenues to message friends and peers, but email remains the most popular form of communication for casual and professional settings. Colleges are following this […]
Community College Tips
Community college tends to have a bad reputation. Even NBC created a sitcom chronicling every negative stereotype people think of when the words “community” and “college” are put together. However, attending community college might be the wisest decision you will ever make. Admission counselors at 4-year colleges are inundated with thousands of applicants from high school seniors who have similar characteristics, essays, and SAT scores. It is difficult to make […]
Regardless of where you’re studying, community college is an experience abundant with opportunities. Every day is a surprise regarding who you’ll meet or bump into, what you’ll learn and what connections, recreational or professional, you might find yourself making. With professors flooding emails, friends blowing up phones and class starting in five minutes, it’s important to keep these five items close by to better take advantage of every moment in […]
Playing a sport in college can be a great way to earn a scholarship, make friends, stay competitive, and stay in great physical shape. While playing a sport while you are in school can be a great idea, getting a position on a collegiate sports team can be very competitive. For those people that are looking to transfer from a community college, it can be even more challenging as they […]
When students gear up to get ready for college, one of the first items on their shopping list is a laptop. While it is convenient to have one of these machines at your disposal whenever you want while at college, there are plenty of additional facilities available that you should be aware of. Take Advantage of the Computer Lab Most colleges contain a pretty elaborate computer lab equipped with most […]
A lot of students in community college are not aware that they may be able to get health insurance through their school. This piece of critical information may be a game changer to many students who sacrifice certain necessities in order to pay for their education. Health insurance is among these necessities which some student surpass in exchange for college credits. Why You Should Be Aware If you are going […]
For many people, the college experience will include a part-time or full-time job in addition to classes and study. Working while studying may not seem like it could become a hazard, there can be a downside to maintaining a job while in school. However, those who decide to take on the responsibility of working while in college should consider a few tips that will help them maintain their mental and […]
Spending two years at a community college is a great way to save money and develop academic and leadership skills. Unfortunately, many students waste this time by only doing the minimum required to apply for a transfer. This is foolish because the small size of most community colleges makes them ideal places to gain leadership experience. By developing leadership skills in the small environment of a community college, you can […]
People have their own personal preferences when it comes to the computer they use. Some people are known as “PC people,” while others are known as “MAC people.” It really depends on which interface and operating system you are most comfortable with. For a lot of people it depends on what they grew up using. Whatever computer you are most comfortable with is what you should be using, especially if […]
This article is designed to prepare students for college, so that they know how to manage their time wisely. It can be challenging for college freshmen to figure out how to schedule their days so that they can complete assignments without burning out quickly from all the pressure and responsibilities placed on them. By letting them know how they can prepare, they will be more successful and prepared for entering […]
If you are like the most community college students, you current plan is to transfer to a 4-year college or university after completing your 2-year associates degree. If you play your cards right in community college, you will have the opportunity to transfer to Ivy League, Tier 1, and other top universities. Even if you’re not thinking about transferring to top schools right now, the more prepared you are for […]
Community college honors programs are the best opportunity available to students going into community college. If you learn nothing else from this site, let it be to make sure you do your best to get into your local community college honors program. At first, it may not sound like a worth-while idea, but it’s well worth the effort. If you don’t have the grades to get directly into your 2-year […]
Going into community college, you’re probably looking to have a good time. Who doesn’t, right? Unfortunately, some students make themselves miserable over going to community college. They liked high school and the idea of change is not welcomed. If you meet any of these people that complain about community college, steer clear of them and don’t look back. You have two years at community college to make the most of […]
Many students will no doubt scoff at the idea of saving money in college. While most have found ways to pay less for everything from tuition and books to transportation and food, the thought of actually having extra money to set aside is something of a pipe dream for the average starving student. And yet, you’ve probably heard that the sooner you start putting money away in compound-interest accounts, the […]
Do you hope to transfer from community college to an Ivy League or Tier 1 university? As you probably know, top universities recruit top students, so acceptance would only be the result of an outstanding performance in community college. So, I would like to show you how to do well in community college. That means, if you’re up for it, I would like you become the top student at your […]
