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Practice test, prep course, study materials, oh my! How to prepare for the GRE
Taking the graduate record examination (GRE) is stressful, but when you figure in all the time you’re going to spend studying, it’s enough to drive you crazy. In order to feel prepared, you’ll want to be sure you’ve taken a … Continue reading
Study help: Academic tutoring and college writing centers take the stress out of studying
As you finished up the end of your previous semester, you may have felt as if you were barely able to keep your head above water. As you venture into this new semester, however, take a look at all the study help … Continue reading
Mental health and college students
December can be a time of overwhelming stress, depression or anxiety, especially for college students. Maybe you are stressed out about your final exams. Perhaps you feel sad because of the gloomy, dreary winter days. Possibly the looming holidays cause … Continue reading
Posted in CB Blog, College life, Learning resources, Roommates, Student health
Tagged counseling, mental health, student health
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Dean’s office, financial aid office and others help students navigate support services
If you’re new to campus life, don’t miss out on all the helpful services available to you just because you’re not sure where they are or how they can help. Check out these seven campus offices you should learn about … Continue reading
Posted in College life, Learning resources
Tagged campus resources, Dean's Office, financial aid, TheBrainiac
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Feeling overwhelmed: The secrets to getting good grades in college
You learn pretty quickly that college is a whole different ballgame from high school. And no, that’s not a reference to having to report to mom and dad where you’re going and what time you’ll be getting back. The responsibility … Continue reading
Posted in College success tips, Learning resources, Study advice
Tagged good grades, student advice, TheBrainiac
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How can a PLN help educators stay connected?
As an educator, you spend your days in the classroom and your nights preparing lesson plans and grading papers. Occasionally, you attend a conference. What you really need, though, is some time to collaborate with other educators—to share your thoughts … Continue reading
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Tagged networking, personal learning network, PLN, twitter
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