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Surviving Your First Month of College
Pretty much everyone I’ve talked to agrees that the transition from high school to college is tough. But, at least for me, knowing that… Read more
Should you change you major?
When applying for college, many of us are required to check a box or fill a blank that seemingly will decide what our next four … Read more
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- Supercharge your Study Habits with These Powerful Tips
Supercharge your Study Habits with These Tips With midterms coming up, most of us are starting to feel overwhelmed with the amount of studying we have to do. That panic can make it harder to focus, which is the last thing we need! When we can’t focus, a study session that… Read more: Supercharge your Study Habits with These Powerful Tips - 10 Ways to Spend a Single Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and for the single people out there this is not always great news. As someone who has spent all 20 of my Valentine’s Days single, a day celebrating romance is a day that reminds me that I haven’t found anyone yet. I have always… Read more: 10 Ways to Spend a Single Valentine’s Day - Mental Health and College: Finding Your Balance
Being a full-time student is inarguably tough work. It requires grit, dedication, and passion for what you want to do with your future career. Unfortunately, as students, the stress and pressures of being successful can feel unavoidable. One of the most crucial aspects of college is learning how to care for… Read more: Mental Health and College: Finding Your Balance - Safe Party Habits for College Students
The following advice related to alcohol consumption is intended for a 21+ audience. Drinking under the age of 21 is illegal in the US. Surveys say that a little under 30% of students enter college with the intention to party. That’s a pretty significant percentage, even without accounting for those who… Read more: Safe Party Habits for College Students - Becoming a Pro in Pre-Med
For a lot of undergraduates, medical school is the ultimate goal. At least, that’s what a lot of undergraduates think when they first start out. In reality, less than 20% of first-year undergraduates who are pre-med will be accepted into medical school. For a lot of people, they realize that becoming… Read more: Becoming a Pro in Pre-Med - Credit Score: Using Your Credit Without it Using You
During my extra free time, one of the few gifts granted by the pandemic, I started listening to personal finance podcasts. My favorite is The Financial Diet, and much of the information below I learned through their videos! After dipping my toe into the topics, I must say that many aspects… Read more: Credit Score: Using Your Credit Without it Using You - Time Management: A guide from an overworked college student
Time management: the skill we’ve all heard of but most of us never master. Why? Because time management takes work, and it takes practice to get right. Time management will look different for every person, so you will need to do some trial and error to figure out what works for… Read more: Time Management: A guide from an overworked college student - The Top 10 Best Study Spots in Gainesville
Whether you’re an incoming freshman or a UF super-senior, we’ve got you covered with the royal tier of study spots for Gators and Gainesville residents alike! Without further ado, and in no particular order… 1. Newell Hall Newell Hall is essentially the hot new student at UF. Like Library West, it’s… Read more: The Top 10 Best Study Spots in Gainesville - A College Student’s Tips for Writing a College Essay
Writing college essays is one of the most important steps in your college application process. Your essay can be the component of your application that sets you apart from your peers. This is especially true when you are being considered for scholarships and honors programs. It can also be what disqualifies… Read more: A College Student’s Tips for Writing a College Essay - How to Make Money in College (and Keep It)
Yes, It’s Possible! Before I started at the University of Florida, I was completely resigned to become a microwave-ramen and penny-pitching college student. After all, that was the only thing I’d been told about college finances- that they were tight. And while these habits have definitely proven more than a stereotype… Read more: How to Make Money in College (and Keep It) - Your new favorite coffee shops in Gainesville, FL
Your new favorite coffee shops in Gainesville, FL Somehow in 2021 coffee is still a controversial taste. But I’m assuming if you clicked on this article, then like me, you are a coffee lover in search of an elevated coffee experience. Orrr maybe you are just new to Gainesville and in… Read more: Your new favorite coffee shops in Gainesville, FL - A Gators’ Guide to Game Day
Whether or not you’re a football aficionado or a passive Sunday channel-changer, coming to the University of Florida will inevitably change the way you feel about football. I sat in the bleachers for my four years of high school clutching my flute, and by the end of my run, I still… Read more: A Gators’ Guide to Game Day - How to Volunteer at a Hospital as a UF Student
Why Volunteer in a Hospital? Whether you’re on a pre-med track, majoring in biomedical engineering, or simply need to fulfill some volunteer hour requirements for your degree, volunteering in a hospital can provide invaluable clinical experience. Beyond that, it can prepare you for a career in any facet of healthcare, and… Read more: How to Volunteer at a Hospital as a UF Student - Women in Engineering | Thoughts and Advice
Women in Engineering Share Their Advice So, you want to be a woman in engineering? If you are a woman either entering college or just starting out your engineering degree, you may be wondering what to expect for the next 4-5 years that await you. It may or may not be… Read more: Women in Engineering | Thoughts and Advice - 21 Ways to Have Fun Under 21
At UF, it sometimes seems like the only fun to be had in Gainesville is bar hopping and beer pong. If you’re under 21, it can be difficult to find alternatives to the bar culture, but fear not: there is tons of fun to be had, even for baby gators and… Read more: 21 Ways to Have Fun Under 21 - Should I Double Major?
What is a Double Major? Double majoring (or dual majoring) entails earning two separate majors with one bachelor’s degree. This means that you’ve completed the full coursework for two distinct majors, and earned credit for both. Double majors are typically earned within the same college or program (i.e. the College of… Read more: Should I Double Major? - Undergraduate Research- A Student’s Guide
What is undergraduate research? Before starting college, I thought undergraduate research looked like this: Turns out, that wasn’t quite right. Sure, some research might look something like this. But for those students who aren’t majoring in chemistry or biology, picturing potential research opportunities can be a tad more confusing. As a… Read more: Undergraduate Research- A Student’s Guide - Student Loans 101: How to Avoid Big Debt
Student Loans 101: How to Avoid Big Debt Student loans have come under a lot of scrutiny recently, and for good reason. Student loan debt can become a life-altering problem, forcing you to take high-paying jobs over jobs that you actually enjoy and making life events like buying a house or… Read more: Student Loans 101: How to Avoid Big Debt - Should I change my major? What to consider.
When applying for college, many of us are required to check a box or fill a blank that seemingly will decide what our next four years of study will consist of. Before we have even had a chance to experiment with the hundreds of options of study that universities have to… Read more: Should I change my major? What to consider. - Exploratory: Meet the Majors
Exploratory: Meet the Majors Welcome back to our Meet the Majors series! In this post, we talk about what it’s like to be exploratory, what would make someone want to choose this path, and how to beat the stigma around not having it all figured out when you first start college.… Read more: Exploratory: Meet the Majors - Surviving your first month of college
Pretty much everyone I’ve talked to agrees that the transition from high school to college is tough. But, at least for me, knowing that it’s rough for everyone helped me feel less alone. In fact, I asked my friends to give me some tips that they wish they had been told before entering college. Here is what they said. - Accounting: Meet the MajorsDeciding what major to study when first starting college can be extremely intimidating so we created a way to read through the different experiences for different majors.
- College Study Habits to Start Right Now
College Study Habits to Start Right Now Now that Thanksgiving break is behind us, it is officially #finalszn. It can be tough to focus on the deadlines ahead of when winter break is in our line of vision. However, this is the time to sit down and finish this year as… Read more: College Study Habits to Start Right Now - Mechanical Engineering: Meet the MajorsMechanical Engineering: Meet the Majors Welcome to our new series: Meet the Majors! Deciding what major to study when first starting college can be extremely intimidating so we created a way to read through the different experiences for different majors. Follow us along this journey and feel free to ask any… Read more: Mechanical Engineering: Meet the Majors
- Advanced Placement versus Dual Enrollment – Which is better for me?
Advanced Placement versus Dual Enrollment – Which is better for me? The ultimate question: Advanced Placement or Dual Enrollment? While they are both great options for education, there are several factors when comparing the two. Both options will advance your studies toward higher education, jumping ahead in both high school and… Read more: Advanced Placement versus Dual Enrollment – Which is better for me? - How to Keep Your Money In Your Wallet: College Edition
How to Keep Your Money In Your Wallet: College Edition Transitioning from relying on someone else to pay for most of your expenses to being a lot more financially independent can rattle some students. By saving money here and there, you can take more control of your finances and spend your… Read more: How to Keep Your Money In Your Wallet: College Edition - Fresh Food, Fresh Mind (In Gainesville, Florida)
Fresh Food, Fresh Mind (In Gainesville) As finals are approaching and the end of the semester blues are creeping up, late-night snacking may be in your future. With that comes the daily dilemma of planning out the meals you will eat and where you will buy that food from. Then, you… Read more: Fresh Food, Fresh Mind (In Gainesville, Florida) - 5 Apps to Stay on Course this Semester
5 Apps to Stay on Course this Semester By: Hannah Millner #1 – TimeTable Pencil in all of your classes, meetings, assignments, and exams to a color-coded daily calendar so you can see all of your obligations in one place! Choose different segments for different times and information to keep on… Read more: 5 Apps to Stay on Course this Semester - How to be Productive with Perspective
How to be Productive with Perspective By: Grace Parker Quarantine has, to put it simply, been a turbulent journey for me. And I’m sure a lot of you can relate. There’s something about having all the time in the world that makes me feel like it’s slipping through my fingers. It… Read more: How to be Productive with Perspective
