Often times, dating in college feels similar to wading through a minefield—some are lucky enough to maneuver around the obstacles; for others, it ends up blowing up in their faces. With stressful and tumultuous schedules, college students may not always have the time, nor the patience, to sift through the available dating pool of potential […]
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I Took Two Personality Tests to Confirm My Major
In retrospect, this should have seemed like a more appropriate idea four years ago when I first started at Monmouth, but alas, here we are. Before we get into the thick of it, here’s some context— I am a second-semester senior approximately 13 weeks from graduating with my Bachelor’s in Business Administration. Likewise, I intend […]
12 Apps to Help Build Healthy Habits
The beginning of every new year has us reassessing our lives, which likely includes the realization that we need to get ourselves together. We start making plans to workout every day, get straight As, and eat healthier, completely convinced that this is the year we do away with all of our unhealthy habits. However, this […]
How to Start the Spring Semester on the Right Foot
When traveling back to school after winter break, many students are excited at the thought of seeing friends and creating more amazing memories while on campus. However, it’s easy for that excitement to turn into anxiety as those first-day jitters start to creep in at the notion of beginning a new semester. As much as […]
How To Enhance Your Night Routine
With finals quickly approaching, it’s easy to let your sleep schedule slip through the cracks. But a good night’s sleep is one of the most important ways to keep you energized to push through these last few weeks of the semester. Sleep and memory go hand-in-hand. According to The National Sleep Foundation, preserving key memories, […]
10 Last-Minute Gift Ideas
Let me walk you through the end of your semester. It’s a week before the holidays, you’re finally done with finals, and you’ve never felt more ready to kick back and revel in your hard-earned winter break. While giddily packing to go home, you are seized by panic— it dawns on you that you have […]
Reinventing Your Morning
There’s nothing better than waking up and feeling well-rested; the birds are chirping outside your window, the coffee beans are brewing, and the sunrise is painting your room golden, making you feel relaxed and ready to take on the day ahead of you. But let’s be honest, this isn’t the reality for most college students […]
How to Get into the Holiday Spirit this Season
The holidays are upon us, bringing with them much reason for celebration and cheer. Nonetheless, the holiday season can be a big source of stress for college students. Finding the perfect gifts on a limited budget while trying to make time for fun holiday activities amidst finals limits students’ capacity to celebrate the most wonderful […]
Love at First Swipe? The Student Dating App Experience
For many modern daters, stuffing notes in a crush’s locker or sending roses signed by “Your Secret Admirer” has largely been replaced with swiping right on a smartphone screen. Many college students have made a beeline to online dating, with popular apps like Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge taking the forefront. According to the Pew Research […]
Five of the Best Study Spots On and Off Campus
As finals steadily approach, finding the perfect study spot in anticipation for the season is of the upmost importance. A good space to study can help minimize distractions, increase productivity, and lower stress during one’s studying process. Figuring out what atmosphere maximizes your productivity and minimizes your stress is paramount to anyone’s academic success.