5 Ways to Successfully Transition From College to ‘Real Life’
Walking across the graduation stage, I had a simple mantra: Don’t trip. I shook hands with University of South Florida’s president, and, blinded by stage…
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6 Thank You Cards to Write Before Graduation
In college, I was a stickler when it came to sending thank you cards. A jacket from an aunt, new socks from my folks, and,…
Everything You Need to Handle End-Of-Semester Stress
The last few weeks of your semester can be stressful. Finals are waiting, dorms need cleaning out, and there’s a scramble to figure out your…
College Is Hard Enough, Finding the Right Major Shouldn’t Be
During my freshman year of college, I waltzed into my Architecture Studio 101 class with the confidence of an individual who was certain that this…
6 Things You Should Do If You Haven’t Landed a Job Yet
After the excitement of graduating, your time to celebrate is limited. Almost right away, there’s enormous pressure to find a job. If it takes longer…
3 Reasons Your College Connections Are Indispensable
There were some things I was determined to leave behind after college: All-nighters, pre-exam jitters, on-campus parking wars, and my ramen-and-frozen-veggies budget, to name a…
The Big Return: Tips for Moving Back in with Mom and Dad
Recently, I made a big decision. After struggling financially and feeling stuck in a lease while applying for jobs to change careers, I had an…
4 Ways to Break Your Bad College Habits
Switching gears from college life – full of late nights, questionable eating habits, and procrastination – to the “real world” of postgrad life isn’t a…
Words of Wisdom: 4 Graduation Speeches That Continue to Inspire Me
After trying on my cap and gown, practicing my best fake smile, and mentally preparing myself for the long ceremony ahead, the only thing standing…
Why Taking a Gap Year Is the Best Way to Challenge Yourself
Taking a gap year after college doesn’t always mean frolicking with baby elephants in Thailand or tanning in Bali. Sometimes it means getting utterly lost…
