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Top 5 ways to boost school spirits on your college campus
What’s the big deal about school spirit anyway? Maybe it’s overrated or maybe you’re secretly jealous about all the fun those peppy students are having? It’s time to try getting into the spirit, if you haven’t already. Having school spirit … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, College life, College success tips, Dorm life, Student health
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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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Sexual assault policies on campus: College students speak out via social media
In the wake of the Steubenville rape case where two students were found guilty, colleges across the country are grappling with their own sexual assault policies (or lack thereof) in dealing with sexual assault reports and the culture of rape … Continue reading
Posted in College life, College parties, Student health
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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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How to get in shape for spring break 2013…or at least before summer!
Okay everybody, listen up. Depending on when your spring break 2013 falls, you only have a few weeks left to get your body swimsuit ready — and this year you can do it without the fad diets. No eating cabbage … Continue reading
Posted in College life, Dorm life, Spring break, Student health
Tagged exercise, fitness, spring break, student health
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Improve dorm life with these great tips for being a dorm room iron chef
It can be challenging to get a decent meal when you’re living in a dorm. With a few staple gadgets and ingredients anyone can be an iron chef and improve dorm life. Follow these great tips to get you started! … Continue reading
Posted in Campus food, CB Blog, Dorm life, Student health
Tagged cooking tips, healthy eating, student health, TheBrainiac
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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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The skinny on drinking coffee: The good, the bad and the bottom line
If you’re one of the myriads of college students who need their morning caffeine fix before you can have a coherent conversation, you’re part of a national trend of rising coffee drinkers. While experts have gone back and forth over … Continue reading
Posted in Campus food, CB Blog, College success tips, Dorm life, Student health, Study advice
Tagged addiction, caffeine addiction, coffee, student health
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College dorm life: Cooking ideas for small kitchens and first apartments
Whether you religiously DVR the Cooking Channel or you’re simply sick and tired of so-so pizza from a box, you can turn the tiniest space into a meal-producing wonder room. Dorm life doesn’t have to mean bad takeout. Read on … Continue reading
Posted in Campus food, College life, Dorm life, Student health
Tagged apartment living, cooking tips, dorm life, eating healthy, kitchen tips
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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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