Author Archives: Dania Mallette

From the Workplace to the Classroom: How to Adjust

Published on Friday, February 24th, 2012 by Dania Mallette
Tags: certificate program, certificate programs, college student, college students, continuing education, going back to school, working professionals

It’s no secret that more working professionals are returning to school. Whether it’s to pursue a degree they’ve always been interested in, obtain a higher degree than the one they’ve got already or in the attempt to move up in their career by completing a certificate program, going back to the classroom environment after years [...]

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Super Foods College Students Can Benefit From

Published on Monday, February 20th, 2012 by Dania Mallette
Tags: healthy diet, healthy foods, healthy snacks, how to eat healthy, how to snack healthy, proepr nutrition, student nutrition

The most common items that can be found in most college students’ lives include, but are no limited to: fast food, sweets, gallons of coffee, energy drinks and soda. While good for a quick fix, these boosters only serve as a temporary solution–not to mention that the ingredients contained in these foods and beverages often [...]

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Dorm Room Living: What to Expect

Published on Friday, February 3rd, 2012 by Dania Mallette
Tags: college dorm, college dorm tips, college dorms, dorm living, living in dorms, student dorm, student dorms

Most college bound students will find themselves dealing with dorm living. This particular living arrangement has its pros and cons, however, by knowing what to expect ahead of time, any student can properly prepare for this next stage in their academic lifestyle. What are Dorms? On most college and university campuses, dorms, more formally known [...]

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How to Become a Networking Guru

Published on Friday, August 12th, 2011 by Dania Mallette
Tags: how to network, importance of networking, networking for college students, networking tips, networking tips for college students, networking tips for students

Just because students are still in college does not mean they can’t get a head start on pursuing their dream career. Learning how to use the power of networking has the ability to open doors that would never have been available otherwise. Students hoping to improve their chances of being successful in the working world [...]

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Private vs. Public Colleges & Universities: Which Should You Attend?

Published on Friday, August 12th, 2011 by Dania Mallette
Tags: 4-year colleges and universities, attending private college, attending private university, attending public college, attending public university, colleges and universities, difference between private and public colleges and universities, difference between public colleges and universities and private colleges and universities, private colleges and universities, public colleges and universities

There are many colleges and universities students can apply to, which means variety in selection. But sometimes having such an overwhelming number of choices could pose a problem for college bound students that aren’t sure which schools to send applications to. When it comes to private colleges and universities and public versions of these educational [...]

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Ways to Keep the Peace with Your Roommates

Published on Thursday, August 11th, 2011 by Dania Mallette
Tags: college roommates, dorm living, dorm rooms, how to get along with roommates, how to get along with your roommates, living in dorms, living with roommates, off campus housing, roommates in college

One of the most common experiences those attending college can expect is learning how to adjust to living with roommates. College freshmen living in the dorms often don’t get a say as to who they’ll be paired in a room with and even those living in apartments or homes off campus still have to deal [...]

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Ways to Stay in Touch with Family & Friends While Away at College

Published on Wednesday, August 10th, 2011 by Dania Mallette
Tags: benefits of a webcam, out of state college students, out of state students, skype benefits, social networking, social networking sites, social networking websites, staying in touch with friends and family, staying in touch with loved ones, using a webcam, using skype

Being away from home is never easy, especially for students attending college outside of their city or state. Even those that have been away at school for a few years may still feel the pangs of homesickness. Of course with all the advancements in technology, there are numerous ways students can not only keep in [...]

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A Basic Intro to Fraternities & Sororities

Published on Tuesday, August 9th, 2011 by Dania Mallette
Tags: benefits of fraternities, benefits of joining a fraternity, benefits of joining a sorority, benefits of sororities, fraternities and sororities, fraternity and sorority, how to join a fraternity, how to join a sorority, joining a fraternity, joining a sorority, joining sororities and fraternities

When many people think of college fraternities and sororities, images of keg parties and hazing often come to mind. Despite the negative rap these organizations tend to get, they exist for a reason and do come with benefits for college students that are interested in being a part of such a group. One of the [...]

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Tips for Students that Commute to College

Published on Monday, August 8th, 2011 by Dania Mallette
Tags: commuting tips, commuting to college, commuting to school, driving to college, modes of transportation, parking fees, public transportation, public transportation tips, tips for students that commute

There is always talk about college dorms and campus housing but not all students go this route during their college years. While not as convenient, there is a large number of students that regularly commute to and from campus. First time college commuters will definitely want to make sure they take note of the following [...]

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The Stay-At-Home Parents’ Guide to Going Back to School

Published on Friday, August 5th, 2011 by Dania Mallette
Tags: going back to school, online colleges, online colleges and universities, online schooling, online schools, stay at home mom, stay-at-home parents, stay-at-home parents going back to school, tips for stay-at-home parents

College campuses are no longer just for students coming out of high school. Colleges and universities across the USA, as well as in other countries, are now seeing a new demographic of their student body, which now includes adults, working professionals and even stay-at-home parents. In the case of the latter, making the decision to [...]

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