Articles & Advice by Tag - engineering

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Early College Planning
College Funding: Discussing Financial Aid & Scholarship Opportunities With Ninth and Tenth Graders

Starting discussions about financial aid and scholarships with ninth and tenth graders helps set expectations for college funding. Early involvement in academics and extracurricular activities can increase eligibility for scholarships. This article also suggests creating a scholarship search plan and utilizing school resources like counselors to guide the process, making college funding less daunting.

College Students
Colleges and Majors: The Program Hierarchy

Every university system has a pyramid that begins with very large, broad entities that then breaks down into more specific programs and departments. This article will explain how all of this works.

Athletics & Extracurriculars
Complementary Hobbies

Hobbies can complement not just our educational endeavors but also our own lives. Hobbies can push us out of our comfort zones, encouraging us to grow in new and unique ways.

College Students
Courses Every Student Should Take No Matter the Major, Ranked

This article offers suggestions for ten courses you should take before you graduate.

College Students
Desktop, Laptop, Handheld Devices - What Tech to Bring to Class?

This article we will talk about finding a daily driver for classwork and provide different use cases to help students identify what piece of hardware they should pick up as their own "daily driver."

College Students
Five Considerations for Attending College as a Member of the Armed Forces

This article discusses the impact of being an active or reserve service man or woman has on your college education.

College Students
Four Perks of Being a History Major

Here are some ways historians' skill sets come into play beyond the classroom.

College Admissions
Letters of Recommendation

We consulted a high school counselor to help break down some of the most common questions about letters of recommendations.

Career Planning & Networking
My Experiences in Academia

This article reviews some issues one may experience when applying for Ph.D. programs.

Athletics & Extracurriculars
Part Two : Student + Nature = The Biophilic Campus

In part two of this two-part series, Tricia Roy breaks down the importance of incorporating biophilia into your campus lifestyle. If you’ve ever enjoyed a scenic mountain view or a swim at the beach, you have probably experienced the phenomenon known as biophilia. Not only is biophilia a fascinating subject for interdisciplinary study, it just might help you do better in school. To read the part one of this series, click here

College Students
Preplanning for College

I have taught academic success strategies to many people over the years. There is no denying that college can be challenging. The better the college, often the more it costs and the more competitive it becomes. There are as many ways to achieve your college goals as colleges and resources available. Preplanning for college involves researching, creating a plan, and overcoming obstacles.

Career Planning & Networking
Pursuing Professional Education During College

This article explores the benefits of pursuing professional certificates and education while getting a college degree.

Career Planning & Networking
Sometimes it's OK to Overpay

Budgeting is incredibly important, and I urge students to make and stick to one. However, there will be moments when going over budget is the correct call.

Early College Planning
Ten Minute Professor: A 5th Year of College Is Expensive

How choosing the right college can help your student graduate in four years, avoid extra debt, and start their career on time.

High School Students
Top Pre-College Summer Programs for Aspiring STEM Majors: Unlocking Opportunities

This article explores prestigious summer programs for high school students interested in STEM.

High School Students
Top Pre-College Summer Programs in STEM

This article explores some of the top precollege summer programs in STEM - helping you find the perfect fit for your interests and goals.

College Students
Tutoring Services

Do you ever feel completely disconnected from the students around you while sitting in a class? How do they sit there taking notes and retaining the information? Are you somehow less intelligent than the people around you? The answer is no.

Career Planning & Networking
What Are You Going to Do with That Degree?

When going into college, you'll have to prepare for all the questions family and friends may ask for the next four years.

College Students
What to Look for When Buying Tech

This article explains what to look for in computers so you can make a more informed decision for your next big tech purchase.

College Students
Women Who Have Transformed Higher Education

As we celebrate Women's History Month, let's remember and honor the following individuals and their contributions to women's advancements in education and beyond.