Tag Archives: College Advice

10 of the best choices I made in college

August 23, 2020 4:00 PM ,

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Late August never fails to give me nostalgia for college even though it’s been just over two years since the start of my final semester. Wild, huh?

I certainly don’t miss the days of paper deadlines and flashcard studies, but I miss the campus vibe and being so close to friends most of all. Sure, college for people right now is, uh, different since we’re in a pandemic, but it’s making me feel extra grateful for my four years there.

And when I’m feeling grateful, I love to reflect. Today, I’m looking back on some of the best choices I made in college.

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How to Thrive During Finals Week

May 8, 2017 12:00 PM ,

This is a sponsored post in partnership with Dunkin’ Donuts and Her Campus Media. All words and opinions are my own.

How to Thrive During Finals Week - College Finals Guide // ew & pt

A lot of posts are all about surviving during finals week, but this soo isn’t Darwinism. Finals week is about thriving and being your best, most academic and learnèd self. I think it’s safe to say we’ve all had a finals week meltdown at some point whether it be throwing flashcards out of a window (and then picking them up because you actually REALLY needed them) or even full on crying under a table (even though you don’t know why you’re under a table). That’s okay. Really, I understand.

This finals week, though, you’re going to THRIVE. You’re going to be a beautiful, blossoming flower. You will not only ace your finals but also maintain your happiness and sanity levels as much as possible.

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12 Habits That’ll Improve Your Grades

January 2, 2017 2:00 PM ,

12 Habits That'll Improve Your Grades - Getting Good Grades in College // ew & pt

While it may seem difficult to improve your grades without losing your mind and spending all of your free time studying, it’s not impossible. All it takes is a little bit of effort and some new habits. While studying is important (and so is paying attention) there are plenty of other contributors to your grade that should be acknowledged.

These habits will definitely help earn you some points with your professors and help you to become a better student, which in turn should help improve your grades. Plus, a lot of these habits aren’t very difficult at all. You got this.

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15 Tips For Giving The Perfect Class Presentation

February 1, 2016 2:26 PM ,

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I think it’s impossible to graduate from college without having to give at least one class presentation. Presentations can either be a source of extreme stress or a fun way to get information across. Whether you hate giving presentations in class or not, you definitely want to give a great one.

Here are some fabulously simple and handy class presentation tips so you can earn yourself an A+ without putting your audience to sleep.

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