Tips for the College Years

  • College Weight Gain: How to Avoid the Freshman 15

    College weight gain is common enough that one type ended up with a nickname: the freshman 15. While that may make it seem like putting on some pounds is inevitable, that isn’t the case. Your student can stay fit in college by using the right approach. If you and your student want to learn about…

  • College, ADHD, and You: Our Best Advice for Success

    Getting through college with ADHD is something many students worry about. When students head to their school for the first time, they enter an unfamiliar environment. Plus, they may not have many of the safety nets that were in place at home, including a reliable support system, understanding from school officials, and a well-defined routine….

  • Our Best Advice for Incoming College Freshmen

    Starting college can be a bit scary without advice for college freshman. Many students only have a general idea of what their lives will be like once they head to a college campus themselves. That’s why advice for incoming college freshmen is so important. By digging into the right college tips for freshmen in their…

  • College Roommate Etiquette 101

    Living with a roommate in college can be amazing, but it also comes with challenges. There’s a learning curve to figuring out how to get along with a roommate, regardless of whether the students already know each other. That’s why following college roommate etiquette is so important. College roommate etiquette helps students treat each other…

  • Skills Over Degrees – What Do Employers Want?

    Today, the degree vs. skills debate continues to rage on. Many companies are altering their hiring priorities, giving additional weight to skills over degrees. However, that doesn’t mean that a college education isn’t valuable or, at times, still a necessity. If your student needs a degree to launch their career, scholarships can make school more…

  • 32 Questions to Ask a Potential Roommate for College

    If your student is heading to another city or state for college, there’s a good chance they’ll be living with a roommate. For some college dorms, roommates are the norm. Plus, if your student is living off-campus, having some housemates may be necessary to afford rent. Many students underestimate the importance of roommate compatibility. They…

  • 8 Ways Students Can Get Involved in Politics (and Why They Should)

    Many students question whether they should get involved in politics. High schoolers predominately aren’t old enough to vote, so they may worry that their voice doesn’t matter. Even college students may have doubts, questioning whether they know enough about various topics to weigh in properly. While the world of politics can be intimidating, that doesn’t…

  • The Pros and Cons of Greek Life in College

    Most soon-to-be college students are familiar with the concept of Greek Life in college. Sororities and fraternities are referenced in all kinds of entertainment, including television shows and movies aimed at teens. Additionally, many students have a parent who joined a Greek life organization, which may make the idea more enticing. Even so, many aspiring…