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The Effects of School
We always see the ads of the children in third world countries who don't get to school. These ads are supposed to show us that "school is a privilege" and that "others aren't fortunate enough to have schooling." But is it really worth it? In thriving, first world countries do the results justify the means when it comes to the education system? Many think that they do, but even more would disagree.
By Reggie Henwood-Wiseman7 years ago in Education
Top 5 Must-Use Resources on Campus That Every International Student Should Know About
International students pay so much for college but are they getting the most out of it? I've put together a list of must-use resources on campus that many international students tend to forget about.
By Linda Mayaba7 years ago in Education
How to... Survive Life in a College Dorm
College can be hard. Sure, some of you reading this are probably thinking, "She's crazy! College was the best four years of my life!" But others understand what I am saying. It can be hard moving out of your hometown. It can be hard moving away from your family. It can be hard moving away from your friends. It can be hard moving away from your pets. It can be hard moving into a tiny dorm with a complete stranger. It can be hard taking college classes. College can be hard. So what can you do to make college a little bit easier? Making dorm life more tolerable is a great place to start! You can do this pretty easily, so for starters...
By Marissa Roeske7 years ago in Education
The Curious Case of Long Beach State...or Whatever You Call It!
Confusion is definitely not the desired end result of any marketing effort! So imagine the plight facing the upper administration of one particular college in California. Consider the case of Long Beach State—or rather as this school of well over 30,000 students is officially known, California State University, Long Beach. It's the third largest school in the CSU system, and a sizable university that would outrank many much more well known university "brands" by enrollment.
By David Wyld7 years ago in Education
8 Things No One Told Me Before I Started College
It’s okay to go to the gym by yourself. No one is going to judge you for working out alone. I used to feel so self-conscious and wouldn’t go to the gym by myself but then I realized something: no one is paying attention to whether or not your face looks weird when you run on the treadmill—because, hey, everyone else is working out too! So go to the gym whenever it fits into your schedule because let’s be honest, the Freshman 15 is real.
By Hannah Williamson7 years ago in Education
Nqobile
On the day that Nqobile left for college, her mother hugged her. Nqobile’s mother—a petite woman with a stern face, aimed straight at her daughter’s petite body, with arms wide open. It was an awkward but special moment; awkward because her mother had never hugged her before, but special because Nqobile knew that such an affectionate gesture from her mother was preciously rare. Most Swazi adults in her family do not hug, they simply prefer to shake hands.
By Linda Mayaba7 years ago in Education
Intelligence: In and Out of the Classroom
Teachers face an unending battle. Twenty students in a room, all learning and acting in mysterious ways. It is the teacher's war to gather their attention, hold it, and give a lesson compelling enough to teach them something. Right?
By Anya Leigh7 years ago in Education
Education: The New Age Commodity
1993 might not necessarily be that long of a time ago to many people, but in terms of further education it feels a lifetime away. In this time UK students have gone from paying nothing for a University education to paying upwards of £9,000 pound a year. Although in reality, ‘paying’ is not the optimum word.
By Patrick Hollis7 years ago in Education
Journey of a Nursing Student
So nursing, the profession of our decade right now. I chose this because, to be frank, I don't have a good reason—I just did. I didn't have an epiphany one morning and know that this is what I wanted to do. I didn't make a pros and cons sheet and pick this because of what I liked about it. My mom is a nurse, my ex-stepmother was a nurse, my brother is now a nurse. Kind of made sense I guess. I did learn throughout my experiences, that this is what I want to do. It does interest me and helping people when they need help the most is something that I want to be apart of.
By Lexi Comer7 years ago in Education
Struggling to Find a Study Technique That Actually Works?. Top Story - October 2018.
We've all spent endless hours trying to figure out how to study the material we were given. Part of being a student is being responsible for learning the material in a way that resonates with you so that you can succeed in the course. Jumping into classes without any idea of how you study best can be intimidating and it often takes time to figure out the best techniques. During my time as a student, I have found that these four study habits work really well for me, and I hope at least one of them helps you get the grade you want in your classes for midterms this year!
By Emily Martin7 years ago in Education
Moving for School?
Like most college students, I moved out of my parents’ house and into a student house close to my college. I chose student housing as opposed to on-campus residence simply because it was cheaper and I was paying for everything out of my own pocket. The student house I moved into was five bedrooms, two bathrooms. This meant I had to share with four other students, one girl and three guys to be exact.
By Skye Dorothy7 years ago in Education
