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Grad School or No Grad School. That is the Question.

As many students come to the end of their collegiate journey and the “real world” quickly begins to encroach upon them, they face the daunting question of “what’s next”. Senior year for many is a time of great uncertainty. Should … Continue reading

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5 ways to survive Finals Week: Student Edition

photo © 2008 Anonymous9000 | more info (via: Wylio)The end of the semester is quickly approaching and that means Finals Week is right around the corner for most college students. In most cases Finals week is a very stressful time … Continue reading

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What is the impact of a Government Shutdown?

photo © 2009 Daniel Borman | more info (via: Wylio)The state of our Federal Government has been in the headlines this entire week regarding their inability to reach a consensus about the Federal Budget. There have been many points made … Continue reading

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How to land a date in college?

As we all know college is the best times of our lives. Some people meet their soul mate and find that special person they’ll spend the rest of their lives with. Others will settle with just a first date and … Continue reading

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5 tips for getting that perfect internship

  The end of the semester is rapidly approaching. Aside from worrying about finals and finishing the semester on a high note, students are now eagerly making summer plans. For most students this involves looking for a job or internship … Continue reading

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Student DO’s/DON’Ts when searching for a job

photo © 2005 Tracy O | more info (via: Wylio) A post earlier today in The Wausau Daily Herald discussed issues many college students face today especially in light of economic considerations and a tough economy. The post detailed how … Continue reading

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How students can cope with the loss of a friend

On yesterday March 23, 2011, 20-year-old Nickolas Williams a resident of Lakeland, Florida and TCC student died after being run over by a bus. Although we did not graduate at the same time, we did attend high-school together and he … Continue reading

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How to fill out a FAFSA

  The deadline for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA is May 15, 2011. However as most students know the earlier these forms are filled out the greater the chance of receiving the aid you’re entitled to. … Continue reading

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3 Ways Employers Can Access Your Facebook

photo © 2010 opensource.com | more info (via: Wylio) As college students, it’s safe to say that the Internet and more specifically Social Networking sites are an integral part of out lives. However, when it comes time to apply for … Continue reading

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