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Author Archives: Lorraine Savage
Combat summer learning loss with summer reading and internships
Hey, summer’s here! I’ll get a summer job, hang out with the gang back home, party with friends, put school behind me and forget everything I learned …. And that’s the problem. It’s called “summer learning loss.” Students of all … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, College success tips, Internships, Summer jobs
Tagged study tips, summer vacation
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Final exam time: How to study and top 10 ways to blow your finals
Aack, it’s that time of year! The summer sun is calling, but before we break for freedom, there are those needling final exams to get through. The final exam torture routine includes all-night study sessions and copious amounts of Red … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, College success tips, Study advice, Test prep
Tagged finals, TheBrainiac
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Transfer students: College tips for why to move, what to know, and what to ask
To be or not to be… a transfer student, that is. About 30 percent of college students transfer to a different school. Some students want to try out the college life at a community college first, then transfer to a … Continue reading
Posted in College life, College success tips, Graduate schools
Tagged Transfer students, transferring schools
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Volunteers get class credit and competitive student advantage
Hey, working for no money is lame. But what about the time tested barter system: you work, but in exchange you get college credit for it. That works for me! Just match your major or school subjects with appropriate work … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, College life, College success tips
Tagged class credit, TheBrainiac, volunteer work, volunteering
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To improve college study skills, teachers encourage good study habits, following attendance policy
While of course there are the Dean’s List students out there, most college students aren’t exactly known for having the best study habits. And don’t think this goes unnoticed by your professors and employers! Whether it’s non-adherence to the attendance … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, College life, College majors, College success tips, Internships, Student jobs, Summer jobs
Tagged interviewing, student advice, TheBrainiac
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Your academic records, privacy laws and FERPA regulations
Your academic records, privacy laws and FERPA regulations I bet you haven’t thought much about the privacy of your academic records, but hey, who wants their grades available to anyone who wants to see them? Not me or you. Privacy … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, Education news, Student health
Tagged FERPA, privacy, privacy laws, school records
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Student health and effects of sleep deprivation: Best study habits include adequate sleep
The effect of sleep deprivation on college students is a well-known problem. As we face the new experiences of dorm life, new sleep patterns, sharing dorm rooms, freedom away from parents to party, late night study habits, new clubs and … Continue reading
Posted in College parties, Dorm life, Student health
Tagged sleep deprivation, student health, study habits
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The big game, tailgate parties and drinking responsibly
Whether you’re watching the Super Bowl, school home games, or just partying in your dorm rooms, food and beverages are a part of the fun. Your Super Bowl party, tailgate party or friendly get-together in your college dorms can feature … Continue reading
Posted in Campus food, College parties, Dorm life, Greek life, Student health
Tagged campus safety, college party, student health
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Gun rights on college campuses: Pros, cons and what state law says
In light of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Connecticut on December 14, 2012, debate has been renewed about legislation allowing or banning guns on college campuses, dorm rooms, classrooms and public places. Gun rights advocates say everyone, including … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, College life, College parties, College success tips, Dorm life, Student health
Tagged campus safety, crime prevention, gun control, politics, student health
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Top travel tips for stress-free holiday travel: Be prepared and relax
The first semester of the year is almost over and many students are making the trek back to the parental units. Holiday travel can be stressful for anyone, especially young adults who may not have so much experience. Here are … Continue reading
