Campus Life

Your guide to life on and around campus. From move-in day and dorm essentials to getting involved in clubs, managing social life, and adjusting to independence, find tips to help you make the most of the college experience.

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Dorm Life

4 Essential Motorcycle Maintenance Tips for Young Riders

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Does your teen have a motorcycle? Guarantee they are riding as safely as possible by discovering some essential motorcycle maintenance tips for young riders.

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Dorm Life

3 Dorm Room Safety Essentials Every College Student Needs

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Ensure your college-bound student stays safe with these essential dorm room safety items. Learn what every student should have for peace of mind.

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Study Tips

Key Features That Make a Study Space Productive

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A study space is only as productive as you allow it to be, which means choosing the right accessories and features is instrumental—take notes from this guide.

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Dorm Life

Mental Health Tips To Share With Your College-Bound Child

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Transitioning to college is a significant milestone for parents and children. Amid the excitement, it’s essential to prioritize your child’s ...

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Study Tips

Fun Skills That Improve Your Mental Sharpness

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Some skills are better at improving your mental sharpness than others. Learn a few of those skills and practices and boost your mental sharpness and clarity.

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Dorm Life

How To Support a Child Through Graduate School

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Discover essential tips for providing emotional, financial, and academic support to help your child successfully navigate the challenges of graduate school.

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Dorm Life

Should I Let My Child Take Their Car to College?

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Is it wise to let my kid take their car to college? It’s a tough question for many parents, but we break down the key considerations and more here!

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Orientation

5 Tips for Getting Your Student-Athlete Ready for College

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College can put pressure on new students, especially those who are also athletes. Here are five tips for getting your student-athlete ready for college.

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Degrees

Why an Agricultural Science Degree Is Worth Pursuing

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Deciding what degrees to pursue can be among the most difficult choices for teens entering college. Agricultural science is an often-overlooked option.

How High Schools Can Make STEM Education More Inclusive
Degrees

How High Schools Can Make STEM Education More Inclusive

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Your child deserves education that makes STEM more inclusive. Learn what to look for in their future school to ensure a fruitful STEM education.