Archive for September, 2008

How to Make Your Commute More Productive – 7 Tips

Monday, September 22nd, 2008 Posted in Productivity | 4 Comments »

It's amazing how much time we spend commuting to school. As an undergrad, I would walk for almost 30 minutes just to get to my classes. And as a grad student, I ... Read more..

Mona Ying Reeves Interview – Student Success Series

Friday, September 19th, 2008 Posted in Interviews | Comments Off

The Successful Student Series is an assortment of interviews with students who have worked hard and earned degrees from top universities. The purpose of this series is to learn about ... Read more..

How to Survive Rush Week

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008 Posted in College | Comments Off

If you're planning on participating in Rush Week, here are some tips to help you stay sane: Don't take Rush Week too seriously. Please don't worry about what other people say about ... Read more..

How to Choose a College Major

Monday, September 15th, 2008 Posted in College | 1 Comment »

Your college major is just one part of your college education. You'll probably devote only a third of your total course work on your major. And most of your time will ... Read more..

How to Survive a Pop Quiz (When You Don’t Have a Clue)

Friday, September 12th, 2008 Posted in Test Skills | 3 Comments »

If you've ever had to take a test you weren't prepared for - this article is for you. Obviously, there are many types of surprise exams - and I'll provide some ... Read more..

Math Test Strategies

Wednesday, September 10th, 2008 Posted in Math | Comments Off

Here are some tips to help you on your next math exam: 1. Estimate first. Before you start, try to estimate what you think the answer might be. Even a rough ... Read more..

How to Set Realistic Goals this School Year

Monday, September 8th, 2008 Posted in Productivity | 1 Comment »

As the new school year is beginning, it's important to start setting goals for yourself. The following guidelines will help you to set realistic goals: State each goal as a positive statement. How ... Read more..