Your college will have some type of Online Portal System. These are used, campus-wise, to access: courses, financial aid information, student accounts, tuition bills and payment records, account holds, course calendars, research, library databases, career services, student organizations information, athletic info and schedules, residential life essentials, public safety notices, and much more. Not to mention, courses you take online.
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Study Plan: Does NOT Include Computer Games
Sure, at college, they will tell you to manage your time, be careful to make a balanced class schedule, and warn you not to take too many credits at once. What they might not tell you is: do not install ANY games on your computer!
College Life Tips: Driving and Cellphone Use
College Life Tips suggests you DO NOT use your cellphone while driving-ever! Pull over, put the car in park, then use your phone. According to The New York Times, extensive research shows the dangers of distracted driving. Studies say that drivers using phones are 4 times as likely to cause a crash as other drivers, and the likelihood that they will crash is equal to that of someone with a .08% blood alcohol level, the point at which drivers are generally considered intoxicated.
Dorm Essentials: In Your Ultimate Parallel Universe
Before the serious studies begin we couldn’t resist sharing this fun way to turn your dorm room doorway, into a ping pong table. How cool would this be to burn-off energy or keep you awake during a late-night-study-cram-sessions?
Dorm Essentials: Totes
Simple, sturdy totes go a long way in carrying your stuff to and from the communal bathrooms. Store your shower goodies in a smaller basket, makeup and other items; you don’t want some items to get wet, in the other tote.
College Storage is a College Essential
In your dorm room it is essential you establish zones for the functions of your room and keep the storage in or near the zone. This will save you time, your sanity, and help you live the hassle-free college dorm life. Note: apartment dwellers can apply these same storage techniques.
College Life Tips: Let’s get physical
Now is the time to get a physical check-up with your doctor. Be sure to get any prescription medications filled. If you are going to be sexually active and have not yet, at this appointment, discuss birth control and STD protection methods with your physician.
College Essential:Printer cartridges vs. quick print shops
The other day, right when I needed my printer for an urgent print, the black cartridge went dry. I dashed to the local drug store and paid $30.78 including state tax for a black printer cartridge.
