Holidays
Advice for the Holidays
Real life isn’t a Hallmark movie. For some the holidays can be very hard. Here is some advice from other students about how to deal
December 26, 2019
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Your Life
Holidays
What do you do for Christmas?
Everyone celebrates Christmas differently. Some people spend time with their bio family, their foster family, or a significant other’s family. Some spend the holiday alone.
December 23, 2019
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Health and Wellness
How do you Deal with Stress?
Why is it important to manage my stress level? Living with high levels of stress, puts your entire well-being at risk. Stress is bad for
November 4, 2019
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Holidays
Have a Safe and Spooky Halloween
When you’re in college, Halloween can be a pretty fun time. So go out and have fun, but please stay safe with some of these
October 28, 2019
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Finances
What should you do if you need to drop a class
Sometimes you need to drop a class. Depending on the point in the semester when you drop the class, and if you received a student
September 10, 2019
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Finances
What to do when you find an old check
Find an old ETV check crumpled up in the bottom of your backpack and can’t remember if you deposited the check? Here’s what you should
September 10, 2019
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Finances
What are Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans
Subsidized and unsubsidized loans are both forms of financial aid. When you complete your FAFSA, you school may offer you loans. Loans aren’t free money. They
April 12, 2019
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Finances
Don’t Get Buried by Student Loan Debt
When we talk to students, we usually ask if they are taking out loans. Entirely too often students say “I don’t have loans. FAFSA is
April 12, 2019
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Communication
Tips for Writing a Resume
I have looked at a bunch of resumes over the years hiring for different jobs. Here is some of my best advice for you. Capitalize
March 27, 2019
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Communication
Cell Phone Etiquette
It’s easy to take your cell phone for granted. It’s this tiny computer that lives in your pocket that you probably look at too much.
March 27, 2019
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Job Search
What is AmeriCorps?
What is AmeriCorps? AmeriCorps is a national community service program. It’s an opportunity for people to use their time and talents to get things done
March 25, 2019
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Communication
Why Write a Cover Letter?
Yay! You’ve found a job that you want to apply for. Now you have to write a cover letter. Why write a cover letter? Great
March 25, 2019
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Finances
What should you do with your Pell Grant refund?
What is the Pell Grant? The Pell Grant is a federal grant that helps low income students pay for college. This money is sent by
March 25, 2019
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Finances
How to Save $$$ on Textbooks
Textbooks can be really expensive. How can you save some money? Here are a couple of ideas: Check eBay or Amazon. – Rachael Some my
March 7, 2019
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Holidays
How do you Handle Holiday Stress
The holidays can be very stressful. It seems like everyone is spending Thanksgiving and Christmas with their family. You may feel pressured to spend time
November 22, 2018
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Communication
Formatting a Cover Letter
You’ve already found a job to apply for and you’ve started working on three paragraphs of your cover letter. Now let’s start typing the letter.
July 3, 2018
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Communication
Writing a Cover Letter
Starting to write a cover letter can be very intimidating. Let’s break it down step-by-step. 1. Look at the job posting Before you fire up
July 3, 2018
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