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I Learned The Hard Way So You Don’t Have To (Study Tips From A Senior)

I Learned The Hard Way So You Don’t Have To (Study Tips From A Senior)

| March 23, 2013 | 11 Comments

After four years of trying numerous study methods, here are my tips for succeeding in college.

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Studying Simplified: The Chegg Textbook Solutions App

Studying Simplified: The Chegg Textbook Solutions App

| February 22, 2013 | 2 Comments

The textbook rental company Chegg has developed an app for the iPhone, iTouch, and iPad called Chegg Textbook Solutions that allows you to scan your textbook barcode through your device’s camera, and have instant access to solutions to questions in that book.

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Turn Off the Lights: Bright Lights and Depression

Turn Off the Lights: Bright Lights and Depression

| December 11, 2012 | 0 Comments

From the dawn of time humans rose with the sun and slept when it set. However, with the invention of electricity, night became day which enabled us to work or play until the wee hours of the night. Electricity changed the way humans lived, however, there can be harmful side-affects to bright lights, especially at night.

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Study Tips: A Guide to Acing Your Finals

Study Tips: A Guide to Acing Your Finals

| December 11, 2012 | 0 Comments

Finals can be super stressful and make you a little crazy. Sometimes you just put extra stress on yourself for no reason. The pressure of failure gets to everyone, and you need to learn how to best prepare for your exam. If you are hating your life getting ready for finals, try these study tips to help you pass your exams.

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StuDYING: Staying Alert Without Coffee

StuDYING: Staying Alert Without Coffee

| December 10, 2012 | 0 Comments

If you are anything like me, you are a zombie in the morning without coffee. Staying awake is easy, take a few shots of espresso and an energy drink and you’re good to go. But you will also probably die from a heart attack. As much as you may like to drink coffee all the time, a lot of caffeine isn’t good for you, and there are healthier ways for staying alert. With exams right around the corner (or right in front of you,) you should try and limit the amount of caffeine you consume through coffee and energy drinks. Try out some of these quick tips to stay awake without coffee.

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Stress Relief Techniques That Work For College Students

Stress Relief Techniques That Work For College Students

| November 2, 2012 | 1 Comment

You are not alone if you feel overwhelmed and stressed out while you are in college. Balancing classes, tests, projects, extra-curricular activities and work is enough to make anyone feel overwhelmed, especially when it seems like exams are always around the corner. Stress relief can be quite simple, sometimes you just need help to figure out how. Stress relief will not only be better for your overall well being, but for your grades.

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