If you are the type of student who likes to go against the herd, you may be looking for a more creative or original destination for Spring Break. Why spend your valuable time off in the same location as a bunch of Spring Break amateurs who are under 21? Those types of parties can easily be found on campus when the new semester starts. If you are looking to leave the popular Spring Break destinations such as Ft. Lauderdale and Cancun to the kids, here are some more original options for Spring Break in 2010. Image: Alaskan Dude (Flickr) Freighter Cruises If you want to save money on a cruise and... 

If you are currently an undergraduate, chances are you have at least vaguely thought about the idea of going to graduate school in the future. You’ve heard stories about the big salary gains or higher level positions behind doors that an MBA can open for you. On average, people with graduate-level or higher degrees earn at least $400,000 more in their lifetime than those who do not**. As a graduated student with plentiful experience in the job market, I would like to sort through all this cluttered information and lay out why an MBA is an excellent idea, when it is more appropriate and beneficial,... 

If only network TV would lead with this news: according to a University of Minnesota study, “hooking up” — casual sex with more than one partner — is NOT in itself damaging to one’s psychological health. Just like the “free love” generation before us, millennials figured this out long before the men in white coats arrived. For some, hooking up is a way to explore their sexuality without a relationship commitment. For others it’s a form of dating — a good relationship requires a good sexual relationship, so why not cut to the chase? But —... 

It doesn’t matter if you’re a veteran teacher or a newbie just now taking college courses — finding new ways to get students engaged in the classroom is always a great thing. One way many teachers are reaching out is with the multitude of material found on the web, allowing them to turn everyday lessons into a multimedia experience. You can find a great amount of helpful material on these sites, including videos to augment your lessons, lectures to inspire students, documentaries to show them how things work, and loads of additional videos to help you become a better, smarter teacher. Educational... 

For undergrads and MBA students alike, knowing how to use the latest technology to the greatest advantage is becoming par for the course in the business world. That’s why it’s more important than ever to start learning how to use the web for marketing, networking, and even your studies before you ever graduate. These web tools will help you augment your business career, do better in your courses and even start your own business while you’re still in college–helping you stay on top and in the loop. Organization Keep your studies, ideas and research in ship-shape with these helpful online... 

Why does it feel like there isn’t enough time in the day to complete everything? Does it feel like no matter how hard you try, time seems to elude you? Mastering time management can be a difficult task for some people, especially when balancing school, work and fun. College is a great time to learn these skills because of the wide variety of activities and events that college life provides. By following these 4 steps, you will be able make time work with you, not against you. How many hours per week do you have as “free time”? Well, let’s break it down. There are 24 hours per day x 7 days... 

Now that college is looming (or is already here), it’s time to change faces and move into social media networks that work for college and future employment success. Think of these changes as student ‘branding,’ or making yourself stand out with efficiency, networking and leadership. You can do it all with these fifteen essential social media sites for college students. The links below are categorized for your convenience. They all contain social aspects, where you can touch base with students or other individuals who have the same goals. Organization Box.net: Yes, businesses use this... 

The Kindle, from Amazon, ended up being surprisingly successful. Indeed, the Kindle might have even begun a publishing revolution. The ability to access millions of books from a single device that can be held in your hands is, indeed, amazing. And it can be a very helpful thing for college students to have. If you are a college student, you can get easy access to a number of books, from classic literature to the latest treatise on quantum physics. Being able to have so much knowledge at your fingertips really is a huge advantage. Here are some ways to take advantage of the Kindle: Using Kindle’s... 

Most people go to college so that they can earn a degree, but there are always a few of those rogue students who think they can skate through a little easier without having to do all the work. The following list details some of those instances where students get carried away in an effort to do well without trying. From getting a degree they didn’t actually earn to changing grades to faking transcripts to cheating on exams, these cheating scandals caught plenty of attention. Southern University. This university in Louisiana was rocked by scandal in March of 2003 when it was discovered that an... 

1. Natural Ice – A.K.A. “Natty Ice” or simply “Natty”, this piss also comes as Natural Light. This beer is the closest you can get to tasting like sour water that’s been sitting in the pipes of an abandoned house for 5 years without actually giving yourself stomach ulcers. Although it might actually be too soon to declare that second part. If you want to be known as the trashy southern kid with an alcoholic father and an all-around girl-repellent, go for this one. (Coor’s version would be KeyStone Light.) 2. Olde English 800 – Okay, let’s go... 

Only 3.7% of all students enrolled in American higher education institutions are foreigners, yet they contribute nearly $18 billion to the US economy, according to the US Department of Commerce. Most of this income is generated by tuition and other fees. Data compiled by the non-profit College Board reveal that annual tuition fees increased by 5.9% from 2008 to 2009 in all sectors of higher education. In the context of the worst recession since the 1930s, it is noteworthy that these figures are only just up from the average 5% annual rate of increase over the past decade. Disaggregation of the... 

White noise: one of the best ways to soothe the soul of a sensitive college student. While college can be an exciting and fruitful experience, it can also be a challenging time for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs). As the first time when many students are living away from home, college presents many potential challenges for the HSP: -Eating dining hall food. -Living in a dormitory. -Having roommates. -Being around loud parties. -Not knowing people at first. College is a crucial time in life and doing well, both in classes and in general life, can have large ramifications for the rest of one’s...