Most of you have seen checklists of what to bring with you when moving in, especially on-campus students. Beddings, table lamp, chargers, etc. You know what I'm talking about. This post applies to commuters, too, though, because compared to those checklists that you’ve seen, this may be a bit different. …
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The Importance of Relaxation in Mental Health as Told Through SpongeBob Gifs
Don't feel guilty for taking time for yourself. Let's face it, college can be hard. Between attending classes, studying, and sleep deprivation, it is no wonder that college students are stressed out. College can seem like an everlasting cycle of responsibilities. In the midst of all the chaos, it I …
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Moving In (or, alternatively, I’m an Emotional Mess and It’s OK)
Warning: Experience may vary. Not as humorous as desired, but important (?) For quite a few students, yesterday was their move-in day, myself included. It was hectic. A little emotional. Draining. For someone like me, who's never been alone far from home for longer than a week, a year away …
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The Things I Carry
With less than a week until Move-In, I've been spending a lot of time trying to figure out what I do and don't need to pack. Sure, I've spent days poring over blog articles and YouTube haul videos, but none of them are perfect or completely comprehensive. I don't want …