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College Life: Stress, Syllabi and Jesus

by Brandon Markette With the start of each new semester, it once again rears its ugly head. As we move through the first few days, each class spawns its own syllabus. At first glance these syllabi do not seem very threatening. After all, they are fairly small, right? No more than a few pages. By the end of the week, each of these syllabi... >Full Story

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Healing from Abuse and Inadequacy

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Advice from a Prof: Get through Life Without Really Trying

At the age of 41 I find it strange being asked to give advice to students on what makes a successful life. By some measure I have been successful. I finished my PhD on time, and was a university endowed professor by the time I was 40. I've been married 18 years … to the same woman, and I have... >Read More



Freshmen Advice: What to expect in college

There is an abundance of those "What I Wish I Knew Before I was a Freshman" books out today. Many of those books are now in my personal library, given as well-intentioned graduation gifts by people who want to be sure that I survive my freshman year of college unscathed. I appreciated them, and I read through most of... >Read More



Art Gallery Etiquette: Art Appreciation How to for Students

For many college and university students, the opportunity to go someplace to appreciate some of the finest work by this world's finest artists is an absolute joy. For others, however it is a perplexing and unrewarding experience. Here are some common questions answered in order to provide some perspective on what makes going to the gallery so...... >Read More



Study Skills: text book reading comprehension tips

adapted from Steve Douglass Class is out and the weekly lecture is over, but the work has just begun. Consider the following tips when it's time to hit the books and study what's in your lecture notes and textbooks. Understand how you learn Understanding and using your learning strengths and adjusting the settings in your study environment...... >Read More



Study Skills: Adjust to College and University from High School

Surviving the transition to university can be smoother if you know some of the differences from high school. Here are some differences you'll need to cope with: No one to check up on your attendance. Skipping class can be highly addictive and hazardous to your GPA, but attending lectures and actively participating helps you learn the material...... >Read More



Everything I know I learned in med school

Advice from Dr. J. Schmiley, M.D. Pre-med ISN'T prestigious. Sleep ISN'T necessary for life. Doctors AREN'T filthy rich. Debt ISN'T avoidable. This WON'T hurt me and it WILL hurt you. E.R. ISN'T QUITE realistic. Sleep IS optional. Pagers ARE evil. O.R. greens ARE fashionable. Clean underwear IS important when you're...... >Read More


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