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Category Archives: Money & finance
The cash-strapped college student’s top 5 homemade gift ideas for the holiday season
The holiday season is just around the corner, and it’s time to start that elusive task of finding gifts for your loved ones. For many cash-strapped college students, the thought can be daunting, especially when different people have different expectations … Continue reading
Posted in College life, Money & finance, Money management
Tagged gift ideas, holidays, TheBrainiac
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America’s Top TA scholarship coming soon: The Dan Coiro Scholarship by CengageBrain
In May of this year, we at CengageBrain excitedly introduced our first ever national scholarship competition, “America’s Top TA.” College students from all around the country nominated their favorite teaching assistant by telling us why their TA deserved to be … Continue reading
Picking the perfect major: Top tips for choosing a major or switching majors in college
Are you having trouble choosing a major in college? Understandable. It takes years of study and thousands of dollars to complete a college degree — and that’s if you have a clear plan to follow. And many of us don’t! … Continue reading
Holiday and DIY decorating tips: For your college digs when you’re short on cash
You are well into your first semester, but your college dorm or apartment looks like you just moved in — or, worse yet, your “home” resembles an insane asylum with its barren interior and dim lighting. Your drab walls scream, “Help me!” … Continue reading
International education: Tips and benefits of studying abroad
Congratulations! You’ve decided to expand your horizons and study in a different country. You’re ready to immerse yourself in a new culture, learn (non)traditional customs, speak a different language, and understand a totally new way of life. Not only is … Continue reading
College dating tips and fun, inexpensive fall date ideas
College dating can be a challenge because, let’s face it: going out costs money. Right? Well, that’s only if you think expensive concerts or dinner at a fancy restaurant is the only way to have a good time. Come on, … Continue reading
Posted in College life, Dorm life, Money & finance, Money management
Tagged college dating, date ideas, TheBrainiac
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Tech trends: Mobile payments, iPad Mini and Windows 8 release date gossip and more
Totally trending: It’s our Internet and technology roundup Paper, plastic or iPhone 5? With Google Wallet and other mobile payments making carrying cash passé, what’s in your wallet these days? Plus, the rumors about what to expect from Windows 8, … Continue reading
Posted in College graduation gifts, College life, Money management
Tagged iPad Mini, iPhone, online trends, tech trends, TheBrainiac, Windows 8
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College life: Can I keep a pet in the college dorms?
“It’s been a while since I left home and I miss my cat.” “My dog must really miss me and wonder where I am.” You might be asking, “Can I keep a pet in the college dorms?” Some schools have … Continue reading
Posted in College life, Dorm life, Money management, Roommates, Student health
Tagged college dorms, pets, student health
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College student budget: Should you splurge on the Apple iPhone 5?
On Friday, September 21, 2012, the Apple iPhone 5 was unleashed. With it came a slew of college students flocking to retailers in hopes of getting their hands on the newest technology. Some had been waiting in line since Thursday. … Continue reading
Posted in College graduation gifts, College life, Money management
Tagged apple, college student budget, iPhone, smart phone, technology
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College scholarships: Begin your search here and you’ll be ready to hit the ground running this school year!
Let’s face it: college isn’t getting any cheaper and loan rates are rising whether we like it or not. Why not alleviate some of that unnecessary stress by applying for scholarships to help pay for your education now? Need a … Continue reading
