7 Tips to Make the Most of Your College Library

It’s not just you—“library anxiety” is a real phenomenon. Many students find the size, atmosphere, or complexity of their university library to be intimidating. Surrounded by hundreds of thousands of hefty tomes and experienced peers busily working on advanced projects, it can be easy to feel that your own research skills are inadequate. With the growing prevalence of online resources, some students might be tempted to never enter the library at all.

Academic Soft Skills for High School Students

While hard skills are helpful components of a competitive college application, the most important thing you can do in high school to equip yourself to excel in college is to cultivate the soft skills that are necessary in any walk of life.

College Applications: How to Decide Where to Apply

Although applying to college seems daunting, the right strategy can make it simple and much less stressful.

Groceries that Make "Cents:" College Cooking on a Budget

Every college student deserves better than ramen and Monster. Expand your culinary horizons — your stomach and your wallet will thank you.

High Schoolers: Organization Is Your Best Friend

Finding organizational styles that simplify your life now will save you from frustration in the future and free up your time for more interesting classes, extracurricular activities, and time with friends once you reach campus.

How to Avoid Burnout in College: 4 Dos and 4 Don’ts

The good news is that burnout is not inevitable or insurmountable. Students can prevent and overcome burnout by being more mindful of physical, mental, and social needs, even in a challenging academic environment. Here’s a brief checklist to set you on the right track.

Life Skills to Learn Before Freshman Year

There's plenty you can do as a high school student to prepare for college. This article will help you to hit the ground running freshman year.

Note-taking in College: How to Find a Method that Works for You

When the fall semester begins, many freshmen are confident that they already know how to take good notes for their college classes. Good note-taking requires considerable thought and attention, not just effort.

Reading for College Classes: Different Strategies for Different Books

If you want to succeed freshman year, then you will need to develop effective habits and strategies to enable you make the most of your assigned readings.

Should You Work in College? On Campus Employment Explained

College can open up many opportunities. Advanced classes, intramural sports, fine arts, research internships, and other activities compete for students' time and attention. With so much going on, you might be surprised to learn that 43% of full-time college students also hold a job during the school year, according to the National Center for Education Statistics, and many of those students work more than 20 hours per week.