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What You Actually Need For College

May 7, 2017 No Comments

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With my first year of University recently coming to a close, I’ve learned the items that are absolutely necessary to have in college, and the ones that are a waste of money.

Going back to school was a huge decision for me, and I’m so glad that I did.

It’s super exciting starting college, yet that excitement can cause you to buy a whole bunch of supplies that you don’t really need.

Back at the beginning of the school year, I put together 10 Must Haves for College. Definitely go check out that post because I still agree that everything on that list was helpful throughout the school year.

Of course it varies with what school you’re going to and what program you’re taking, but in general terms, I’ve come up with the essential items that I personally used a lot, as well as the items that have just been a waste of money and you should skip out on.

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Tips & Tricks On Taking Kick Ass Notes

January 15, 2017 No Comments

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With completing high school, and now on my second run of university, I’ve picked up a few tips and tricks on how to get good grades and be successful.

And that all starts with taking some kick ass notes.

Now, I know notes aren’t for everyone, but handwritten notes are my saving grace when it comes to school. It’s really helped me grasp concepts better and remember certain things when it comes to writing exams. When I sit my ass down at my desk and pump those notes out, I feel like I’m actually learning what I need to learn about.

So here are a few tips I’ve picked up along the way to write some kick-ass notes that are sure to get you straight A’s.

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Anxiety | 3 Ways to Calm Yourself Down

October 6, 2016 1 Comment

Anxiety

Wow!

Has it ever been a busy month!

September was so incredibly busy for me and I’m still trying to pack down a solid schedule. With school being crazy, and a few health issues arising, I’ve been having a tough time getting everything done that I want to. And because of that, blogging is getting put on the back burner (sad face).

These next few weeks are also going to be super busy – midterm & project season, Vegas next weekend (yay!), among other things. The trip next weekend will be super fun and a nice break, but it being right in the middle of all this craziness at school gets me a little anxious (okay, a lot anxious.)

I have so many projects and quizzes due right before and afterwards, I’m having a hard enough time remembering every project and test to study for, let alone actually finding the time to do all of it.

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10 Must Haves For College

September 8, 2016 No Comments

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School is back in session, and am I fully prepared? Probably not.

Throughout the last few weeks I have been trying to prepare myself for back to school – college, (for the second time) for me.

Having already taken a year of Digital Media in college a few years ago, I already kind of know the jist of how college is gonna go. I’m mentally trying to put myself back in the state of mind that I was when I first attended college, and with that I’ve come up with ten absolute must haves for being in college.

Here in Canada, college is a pretty different experience compared to the States. People aren’t as big into Greek life, and college and university are actually different things here lol.

So technically I am going to university, and I am also not staying in a dorm, so this list will not be regarding any sort of dorm life.

We’re bringing it down to the nitty gritty basics of school work and college life, and all the items that I find super necessary in attending college.