#college-experience
#college-experience

Startup companies

I Fell for a Scam on LinkedIn

Internship hunting is increasingly competitive for college students, particularly in fields like advertising and public relations.

2 months ago

Boston

I was rejected from my top-choice college, so I went to a state school. It was the wrong decision.

Giving yourself time to adjust to a new environment is crucial before making a decision about transferring schools.

Relationships

The Expectations vs Reality of My First Year at St. John's University

The transition to college is different from expectations but manageable with support and engagement.

Startup companies

I Fell for a Scam on LinkedIn

Internship hunting is increasingly competitive for college students, particularly in fields like advertising and public relations.

2 months ago

Boston

I was rejected from my top-choice college, so I went to a state school. It was the wrong decision.

Giving yourself time to adjust to a new environment is crucial before making a decision about transferring schools.

Relationships

The Expectations vs Reality of My First Year at St. John's University

The transition to college is different from expectations but manageable with support and engagement.

more#student-life

Media industry

How to Land PR for Your College Club

Persistence is essential for securing PR opportunities with brands.

I went back to college in my 40s as a mother of 5. I was so stressed that I lashed out at my husband and kids.

Pursuing college at 40 while parenting five children presents significant challenges, especially in managing stress and family obligations.

fromNew York Post

Miscellaneous

Victimhood U: colleges' leftist brainwashing is making young Americans miserable

Young people face increasing anxiety and depression due to ideological influences from educational institutions, particularly regarding concepts of privilege and victimhood.

Online learning

1 month ago

I went back to college in my 40s as a mother of 5. I was so stressed that I lashed out at my husband and kids.

Pursuing college at 40 while parenting five children presents significant challenges, especially in managing stress and family obligations.

fromNew York Post

Miscellaneous

Victimhood U: colleges' leftist brainwashing is making young Americans miserable

Young people face increasing anxiety and depression due to ideological influences from educational institutions, particularly regarding concepts of privilege and victimhood.

more#education

fromBustle

Relationships

I Wish He'd Just Had An Affair

Open relationships can lead to unexpected emotional complexities and feelings of betrayal when boundaries are unclear.

fromDefector

Digital life

I Was Wrong About Diet Coke | Defector

The author's fierce opposition to Diet Coke symbolizes a broader critique of diet culture and self-image politics.

#travel

Writing

I decided not to study abroad in college because I wanted to stay with my boyfriend on campus. It was my sliding doors moment.

Regret over not studying abroad leads to reflections on personal growth and the value of travel.

Writing

I traveled the world while taking online classes because it was cheaper than room and board at my college. I don't regret it.

Kelsea Myers navigated college by taking online classes while traveling across North America, balancing education and exploration to manage financial concerns.

Writing

I decided not to study abroad in college because I wanted to stay with my boyfriend on campus. It was my sliding doors moment.

Regret over not studying abroad leads to reflections on personal growth and the value of travel.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Writing

I traveled the world while taking online classes because it was cheaper than room and board at my college. I don't regret it.

Kelsea Myers navigated college by taking online classes while traveling across North America, balancing education and exploration to manage financial concerns.

more#travel

Education

Does careerism have to ruin college? (opinion)

Pre-professional pressure is overshadowing the traditional college experience, prioritizing career-driven paths over personal and intellectual growth.

Education

My son couldn't find friends at his conservative college. He dropped out and enrolled in a community college instead.

My son found his dream college but struggled socially, ultimately leading him to drop out despite early enthusiasm.

5 months ago

Writing

I begged my daughter not to go away for college and instead stay home. She refused, and I can't let go of my fear.

A parent's fear and desire to protect often conflicts with a child's need for independence during the transition to college.

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

I'm a Yale student who just toured Oxford and loved the campus. Here's what I learned about the famous school.

Experiencing Oxford's architecture felt like a magnified encounter with the sublime, echoing the feelings of awe I had at Yale.

Digital life

6 months ago

I was the last generation in college without a smartphone. We were more spontaneous, and social media didn't dictate our lives.

The absence of smartphones in college fostered spontaneity and deeper connections, enhancing student interactions.

fromSlate Magazine

7 months ago

Writing

The Simple Friendship Practice That Terrifies Me on a Cellular Level

Juggling multiple friend groups can create anxiety about friendships colliding, but it's not as bad as feared.

It's common for individuals to wish to keep their different groups separated to maintain distinct identities.

Education

fromThe Atlantic

8 months ago

The Worst Advice Parents Can Give First-Year Students

Encouraging college students to take risks leads to more fulfilling and rewarding careers than focusing solely on immediate job prospects.