Articles & Advice Contributors - Ceanna Hayes Daniels
Ceanna Hayes Daniels
Ceanna Hayes Daniels is freelance writer and editor. In 2022, she graduated Hillsdale College summa cum laude with a degree in politics. In her free time, she continues to enjoy studying philosophy, political theory, and literature. She and her husband live in Michigan, where the two enjoy perusing bookstores together for new books and old records.Articles By Ceanna Hayes Daniels
Introversion and College Socializing
You can be very introverted and still have a rich, rewarding social life in college - it might just look different from that of your extroverted peers.
Is 'Eating the Frog' Worth It?
Here are three commonly-shared productivity tips that may not be worth your time and some suggestions for a more successful approach to increasing your productivity.
Is Bullet Journaling Worth It?
While no one can do it alone, plenty of resources are available to help you keep track of your academic assignments, social activities, and other commitments. Many students utilize software such as Google Calendar or iCalendar to remind themselves of upcoming deadlines, while others prefer to-do lists or student planners. Another popular tool is the bullet journaling system, affectionately nicknamed "BuJo" by its fans.
Is Taking a Summer Class Worth It?
Explore the benefits, challenges, and alternatives to summer classes to help you make the best choice for your college journey.
Is the Writing Center Worth It?
This column is the first in a new series titled, "Is It Worth It?". This series will explore the pros and cons of the habits, lifehacks, and college readiness tricks given to incoming college students so that you can make informed decisions and devote your time to what works for you.
Is Using SparkNotes Cheating?
Because online resources like SparkNotes are meant to supplement study rather than replace it, they can be either horribly misused — with unfortunate consequences to students' grades and professors' trust in their character — or carefully used to great success.
Managing Perfectionism While Creating Your Ideal Schedule
Don't expect yourself to have a perfect life from day one; you'll be far happier if you approach scheduling as an art to be practiced and improved upon rather than a formula that always gives the correct answer.
Navigating the Dining Hall
One of the quintessential pictures of college life is friends sitting around a table in the school's dining hall and laughing together. It's a great place to make memories, have serious or absurd conversations, and, of course, get a meal. Here are a few helpful questions about your school’s dining hall for incoming students.
Office Hours: A Crash Course
Over your years at college, you'll grow more confident at navigating office hours on your own; until then, here are some tips to help you get started.
Self - Care on a Student Budget : Twelve Practical Ways to Make Life in College Better
Here are twelve easy and inexpensive (or even free!) ideas for how to integrate real self-care into your college routine, without consuming all your free time or compromising your budget.