Apr
30

Protect Your Laptop

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From www.rhl.org

A student's laptop computer in college serves as their life line. Any problem with their laptop could pose a catastrophic detour to their studying. Whether they're using their laptop to surf the net, study, type term papers or connect with friends and family, a laptop to a student is a crucial accessory. And- with an accessory as important as a laptop, you need to make sure to thoroughly protect it both inside - and out. Since laptops are so fragile, it's important to first protect it … [Read more...]

Apr
25

Make Your Residence Hall POP With Color

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A blank residence hall on move-in day is like a blank canvas just waiting to be painted. Although the room is small, there's still so many opportunities to make the space your own and fill it with color. Whether it's with bright linens, rugs, or wall art, your residence hall is your space to express yourself. Whichever way you decide to decorate, make sure that you set up a plan with your roommate if you have one to make sure that it's okay with them. Also, try to see if your roommate wants … [Read more...]

Apr
12

Getting Professional: What’s a “LinkedIn”?

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LinkedIn

You've synced your Facebook account to your smartphone, your Twitter to your Facebook and your Tumblr to your Twitter. Your Pinterest is updated off of your Wanelo that's linked to your Reddit. All of these live harmoniously on your computer and smart-gadgets that allow you to be constantly connected to the social world. You're pretty sure you have every social channel covered - but do you really? Let's see: you've got Facebook to connect with family and friends, Twitter to connect to the … [Read more...]

Apr
08

5 Tips For Answering Writing Prompts

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typed paper & edits

Ever since the 5th grade, I can remember having worksheets handed out with hypothetical situations such as: "If Sara has 9 apples, how many would she have left over if she gave two of them away??" The problem with this? Well, it didn't really matter if you answered with the correct amount of apples, because if you didn't answer the writing prompt with complete sentences you'd still get deducted points. It took me up until about 9th grade to start reciting the question at the beginning of … [Read more...]

Mar
08

Redecorating Your Residence Hall For Spring: Budget Friendly DIY Crafts

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The chill of winter is starting to wear off and the beautiful colors of Spring are starting to emerge! Spring is all about refreshing your look and space with bright, light colors and hues to match the flowers that will soon be seen everywhere. Whether your style is modern, contemporary, totally one of a kind or sleek and simplistic, there's numerous ways for everyone to freshen up their space . . .and on a budget! Next week we'll discuss products and items you can purchase and place in your … [Read more...]

Mar
01

Your Dream Design Campus

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Water slide

Have you ever wondered what it would be like if you could design your campus completely the way you wanted it? Despite not being able to change your classes or academics, what would you change or add to your campus? Would you have futuristic technologies or water slides? If I could design my own campus, I'd have Chipotle stations everywhere. I don't care what anyone says, I could never break my relationship with Chipotle. Everyone would have their own rooms, of course, with the ability to … [Read more...]

Feb
20

Don’t Attempt to Sue Your Teacher Over a Bad Grade

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megan-thode

In recent news, a Lehigh University grad student, Megan Thode, tried to sue her professor for 1.3 million dollars, claiming she gave her a bad grade because she supported gay rights. The grade, Thode stated, ruined her dreams of becoming a licensed therapist.  The lawsuit? To have her grade of C+ changed to a B - and to cash in on the "life time earnings" she will miss out on for not being able to become a licensed therapist (1.3 million, to be exact). The Northampton County judge ruled … [Read more...]

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