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Land that job! Top interview secrets for college seniors
It’s that time, upperclassmen. You’re graduating soon! Woohoo! You made it! Now what? Well unless you won the lottery, or you came into a sizable family inheritance, you have to start looking for employment. AKA: work. To land that job, … Continue reading
Summer sounds good to us — Free 3-day Lollapalooza passes are up for grabs!
Total and complete lack of summer adventure plans have you a bit bummed out? Think squandering all your money on Spring Break may have been an epic fail? Well, don’t you sweat it just yet! Summer sounds good to us! … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, College life, Discounts and savings, Money management, News and updates
Tagged concerts, Giveaways, summer break, summer fun
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Top 10 staycation ideas for college students in need of R&R
You’ve been studying hard all year and now you deserve some time to kick back and play! Oh right, there’s just one problem. A vacation costs money and that, my friend, as we all know, is in short supply. What’s … Continue reading
Posted in Campus food, CB Blog, Discounts and savings, Dorm life, Money management
Tagged staycation, summer vacation, TheBrainiac, vacation ideas
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College student debt on the rise: Tips on how to prevent disaster
Not to further terrify those of us already dreading the college debt that’s waiting to greet us upon graduation, but according to a study released this week, college student debt is on the rise and the job market for recent … Continue reading
Rising cost of college: How to overcome student loans and income inequality
Most of us were more worried about getting into our college of choice than we were about paying for that education. But the cost of college has risen dramatically in recent years. According to the National Center of Education Statistics, … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, Education news, Loans and scholarships, Money management
Tagged career advice, debt, student loans, unemployment
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Enter our March Madness “Shoot and Score” photo contest for a chance to win $500!
Shoot and Score a Chance at $500 Are you the ultimate college basketball fan? Do you find March Madness less of a catchy tag-line for a college basketball tournament and more of a lifestyle commitment? Does your pre-game prep include … Continue reading
Top study abroad destinations: Where to go and what not to do
One of the things I was looking forward to most in college was studying abroad. I had heard about it in high school and knew that if I spent a little extra time working, applied for scholarships and took out … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, College success tips, Money management, Study abroad
Tagged study abroad, TheBrainiac, travel tips
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Spring break 2013: 10 ways to ruin your cross-country road trip
Ahhh…the open road. There is nothing quite like jumping in the car with your best buds—and spring break 2013 might be the perfect time to do it. However, before you take off, there are a few road trip tips to … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, College success tips, Money management, Roommates, Spring break
Tagged road trip, spring break, spring vacation, TheBrainiac, travel advice
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College students need protection from identity theft and fraud
Let’s face it. You’re a college student. You don’t have much spending money, and your bank accounts are dwindling. The idea of identity theft may never even cross your mind. Who would want to steal from you, anyway? Honestly, a … Continue reading
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Where will you spend your college spring break 2013?
Sand, surf, and stunningly beautiful people in bathing suits. Yes, these three S’s could only mean one thing: it’s college spring break 2013! So, how do you plan to spend your time away from classes and all night cram sessions? … Continue reading




