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What is March Madness? Dictionary.com defines March Madness as an annual college basketball tournament, hosted by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) where tournaments take place in the month of March. NCAA reports that 68 teams will compete, but only one will dribble away with the title of NCAA Division I Basketball Champions.   Where […]

Some things you don’t want to be caught moving in without: An alarm clock.  Mom’s not around to wake you up for school anymore and you need to get to class on time!  Get one. A computer.  You could probably make it through college without one, but it won’t be fun for you.  Laptops have […]

School shopping for college can get pricey.  So how about some DIY to prepare for the school year? If you’re looking for something to keep track of notes and reminders, try making this do-it-yourself magnet board. What you’ll need: Cookie sheet Fashionable fabric of your choice Ribbon for hanging Cute magnets, or homemade ones from […]

School shopping for college can get pricey.  So how about some DIY to prepare for the school year? If you’re looking for something to keep track of notes and reminders, try making this do-it-yourself magnet board. What you’ll need: Cookie sheet Fashionable fabric of your choice Ribbon for hanging Cute magnets, or homemade ones from […]

College is full of studying, going to class, preparing for class, running to campus, and a whole mess of other important responsibilities.  So where do we fit in thinking about food?  Usually it’s fast food, a quick bite, or some frozen Hot Pocket that you don’t even like, all because it’s affordable and fast.  However, […]

I myself will be facing the impending graduation date this December.  I think the most intimidating thing about being done with your college career is what’s to come after that traditional hat toss…  The job search.  These days, getting a job seems to be next to impossible.  I know I have a lot of questions […]

You’ve gotten those acceptance letters, you’ve graduated, and you’ve decided where you want to go.  Totally prepared for college now right?  What about that living situation?  Probably a freshman’s biggest fear is having that “monster roommate.”  Not to fear, there are ways to avoid this! 1.  Find a person who is the same amount of […]

We all know the college-student lifestyle means lots of Ramen and no money.  So where can college students shop to decorate and personalize their apartment space? First things first, check out the Dollar Stores and Dollar Generals in you area.  These places are loaded with college goodies and useful items, and they’re all right around […]

You may be sitting on the beach right now enjoying summer, with school long forgotten.  But, before you know it, college will be creeping back up on you, and you need to be prepared! It’s almost time for another school year, and often what to bring with you is the question.  There are certain essentials […]

Moving into your first apartment as a college student can be intimidating.  What do you need? What can you afford? What can you not live without? What’s reasonable for such temporary housing? These are just a few of the questions you may be asking yourself. The truth is, living in a college apartment is the […]

Alright, you did it. You got that diploma and are finally done with that college degree…. Now what?  Now, the real world is knocking on your door, quite literally. It’s time to head into that 9-5 job force.  While some students may be heading back to their parents for a little more support, most new […]

Finals are right around the corner for college students, which means resident advisers’ will soon be going from dorm room to dorm room issuing move-out dates. Some students will return home for the summer, while a vast majority will be on the hunt for an apartment.  For those students, now is the time to begin weighing all […]

Looking for roommates can be a real challenge. While it might be tempting to just split the bill and go your own separate ways, that isn’t how things usually go. Here are some good places to begin your search: •    Your friends and family. If you can live with someone you already know than you […]

Are there rules for college roommates? Not really, but there should be sometimes! Here are some time-tested tips for being the best roommate you can be while away at school: Talk to each other. Make sure resentments don’t build up. Fights can happen that way. Have respect for the other person’s things. Don’t borrow without […]

When eating for college students comes to mind, you typically think of two words: Ramen Noodles. I know my freshman year ramen noodles definitely wore out their welcome on my menu. Ramen was probably on my dinner menu at the least of 3 times a week, and we all know how healthy that is… There […]