Starting a new chapter in our lives can seem a bit overwhelming, but it is also one of the most exciting times. We can learn much about what we have, all of those who have helped us to get where we are heading, and have the opportunity to embrace a new beginning each day. Make the most of your new journey and blossom.
Read MoreOutside Scholarships: What to Know
By Amanda Harbrecht, Social Media Intern
It is easy to think of higher education and be overwhelmed by that high price tag. College tuitions are higher than ever, and funding your next step can be incredibly stressful. Filling out the FAFSA, the CSS profile, and applying for University-affiliated scholarships are some of the most popular options for financial aid, but they aren’t the only options. All too often students either forget about or discount outside scholarships. If you are unfamiliar with applying for scholarships here are a few things to know.
Read MoreThe Importance of Taking Classes Outside Your Major
By Amanda Harbrecht, Social Media Intern
Many students find university-required classes to be annoying and even burdensome. They either see the classes as nonessential to their career goals or as uninteresting to them personally, but either way they see those classes as a waste of their time. Why then do universities have these classes? The benefits for students in taking classes outside of their major or concentration are not just being a more well rounded individual, although that is certainly part of it. Whether it is a university mandated class or an elective, there are more reasons than you might think to take a class outside your major.
Read MoreStarting Anew
We are well into the New Year and I wonder, are we keeping up with all our resolutions? Often we start very strong, but somehow along the way, we loose steam. Is it that we have too many goals in mind? There are many books and plenty of writers that try to make us change into manageable small habits to make sure we keep on track.
Read MoreWhy It Is Okay to Major and Minor in Two Unrelated Areas
By Amanda Harbrecht, Social Media Intern
Students making the “major” decision often worry about how their declared field of study will impact their job prospects. The focus becomes strictly on the coursework that will clearly and directly push them in the direction of what they think they want to do. All too often this leads to students ruling out classes that might hold unexpected value for them both personally and professionally.
Read MoreFinding Balance Between Academics and Student Life
By Amanda Harbrecht, Social Media Intern
“Grades, a social life, or sleep. Pick two because you can’t have all three.” I first heard this quip as a freshman entering high school, but I have also heard it many times since entering college. A balanced life is the Holy Grail for many ambitious students. We have this idea that balance means being able to do all the things we want while getting all the results we want.
Read MoreThe Keys To Successfully Transition
As I begin to experience the change of seasons and await the breathtaking change of color in New England’s fall foliage, I sit in my office to reflect on my experience teaching at a highly selective college, and wonder, why are my students not always prepared for class?
Read MoreGetting Your Ducks in a Row
Ever since the middle of May, I have been attending several Commencement ceremonies. One of my favorite parts of these events is having the opportunity to congratulate all those students I have worked with for the past several years and celebrate all of their accomplishments. A Commencement ceremony also reminds us of the opportunities that lie ahead.
Read MoreThe Importance of Curiosity at University
By Bong Miquiabas, Freelance Contributor, Forbes
It’s the summer before you set off for college, and if you’re anything like most people, a mix of excitement and nerves has settled into your system. It’s natural, people say, and a part of you knows that the feeling won’t leave until you set foot on campus and finally discover what college is like in person.
Read MoreWork the Network: Why You Should Invest Your Time in Networking
By Rebecca Rogalski, Social Media Intern
One of the biggest mistakes you can make in your career is ignoring the power of networking. Networking has become such an important factor in obtaining any job, internship, or even strong letters of recommendation, especially in competitive markets. Throughout my time at Notre Dame, I have learned just how vital it is to establish relations with just about everyone and anyone, as well as how to successfully go about creating a strong, diverse network.
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