By Randi Heathman Maybe you think a college education is only necessary for someone who wants a business, office or 9-to-5 job. But the truth is that every professional benefits from having a bachelor’s degree, even those who pursue degrees outside the office realm. In this post, college advisor Randi Heathman, who has worked extensively with equestrian athletes, reveals how college helps those in her field. In my role as…

By Noël Rozny Web Editor & Content Manager There’s so much going when you’re in college: class, homework, study groups, volunteer meetings, football games, dorm parties, office hours … the list goes on and on. With so much to juggle, it’s easy for something to slip through the cracks. No one expects you to be perfect, and while making mistakes is a huge part of a learning process, there are…

By Patrick O’Connor You’ve probably heard this story more than once. Someone you know decided to go back to school, and started out at a local community college or trade school. They worked hard for a year or two and earned grades that were good enough to get them transferred to another college that offers their dream degree—only to find out that only half of the credits they took at their old…

By Julie Feinerman No matter what type of job you’re applying for, it’s likely that you’ll be required to submit a list of references—three to four people who can vouch for you. Even in college, applying for a position in the dining hall is going to require some kind of background check. That said, it’s best to secure a list early on in your college career. But how do you…

By Noël Rozny Web Editor & Content Manager Dorm life is great for a lot of things: becoming BFF with your roommate, learning how to cook gourmet dinners with a microwave, and all-night study sessions with classmates. The downside? Listening to a suite mate fight with his girlfriend for the 8 millionth time. Sharing four showers with 40 people. Being subjected to the cafeteria “mystery meat” every Tuesday. If you’ve…