Navigating the Path to Higher Education: The Case for Community Colleges When considering higher education, it’s hard to ignore the significant price tag that often comes with attending a four-year university. Community colleges in the United States, on the other hand, offer a more affordable alternative. Not only are their tuition fees considerably lower, but […]
The Mystery of Missing Extra Credit: Where Have All the Enthusiastic Students Gone? As an educator, I often find myself asking: Why are so few students seizing the opportunity for extra credit? Recently, I introduced two straightforward extra credit assignments that would take less than half an hour to complete, yet these tasks were met […]
Why I Call My College Dorm “Home” Have you ever found yourself referring to your college dorm as “home”? If so, you’re not alone! For many students, this small space becomes a significant part of their identity, often feeling more like a real home than anywhere else they’ve lived. For me, calling my dorm “home” […]
Navigating Financial Independence: My Daughter’s Spending Journey As my daughter prepares to embark on her first year of college this fall, the excitement and challenges of independence are beginning to unfold. Recently, she participated in a three-week summer program, and by the end of the second week, she had already received $180. What was surprising, […]
Should You Limit College Funding Based on Major Choices? The question of whether parents should finance their child’s college education based on their chosen field of study is a thought-provoking topic that I recently explored with a friend. As someone whose parents generously covered my tuition, I found their approach both fascinating and informative. When […]
Navigating Your Grand Jury Summons: A Student’s Guide Receiving a grand jury summons can be an overwhelming experience, especially for students juggling academic responsibilities. If you find yourself in a situation similar to mine, here’s a step-by-step approach to managing the process effectively. Understanding Your Summons Today, I received a notification that I have been […]
Remembering the Most Memorable Class Experience Have you ever encountered an unforgettable moment in a college class? I certainly have! As a freshman, I enrolled in a general education anthropology course that started bright and early at 9 AM. The first session was held in a massive lecture hall filled with over 300 eager students. […]
Navigating the Grade Bump Dilemma: A Personal Reflection As students, many of us encounter challenging semesters that test our resilience and commitment to our studies. Recently, I found myself pondering whether it was appropriate to request a modest grade increase in one of my classes. Here’s the situation: I finished the semester with an overall […]
Tackling the Toughest Classes in Your Major: A Deep Dive As students navigate their academic journeys, they inevitably encounter challenging courses that test their knowledge and perseverance. In many fields of study, certain classes are notorious for their difficulty, often serving as a rite of passage for students. For those pursuing a degree in mathematics, […]
The Essentials of College Life: What You Can’t Live Without When it comes to college, there are a few indispensable tools and habits that students find themselves relying on day in and day out. Among these, studying emerges as a cornerstone of academic success. However, it’s not just the act of studying that matters; it’s […]