Between classes, assignments, work and keeping in-touch with friends and family, one may wonder how there might be time for joining one of Kirkwood Community College’s many clubs. But, those who have made the time to get involved will likely say that it’s worth it. According to bestcolleges.com, [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]There’s a lot happening in the world, some of it positive and exciting, some of it negative and frightening. It might sound cliché, as it mostly always has, but the 21st century often seems to be the best of times and the worst of times to be alive. [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Right about now students can often be heard saying, “This week feels like it is never going to end.” Burnout seems more prevalent in the spring semester as students struggle to attend classes five days a week and meet homework deadlines. Imagine if students had the opportunity to [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]As a college student, finances can get tight. The trope of the Ramen-noodle-eating pupil does, unfortunately, hold at least a little truth. For those who are fresh out of high school and living on their own for the first time, the process of learning how to manage spending [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Seasonal depression is real. This time of year, students tend to either strongly invest themselves in their studies or have little to no motivation due to stress levels. It is crucial to have a healthy work-life balance along with being able to indulge in self-care and activities. The [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Staying healthy during the fluctuating weather of an Iowa winter can be difficult, especially as college students who are around many other students, faculty and staff while on campus. Some of the tips we’ve gathered to stay healthy this season are to get plenty of sleep, drink water, [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]As the fall semester ends, many students are facing their last semester at Kirkwood this coming spring. Whether students plan to transfer to a four-year college or begin job hunting, the excitement of the next career stepping stones can quickly turn to feelings of anxiety and overwhelmingness, especially [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]“Here lies the motivation of a college student. May it rest in peace….” This is the obituary that many students read as they watch their motivation go up in smoke in the flames of student burnout. That smoke withers into the air and slips out of sight. [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Thank you to every veteran who has served. The Communiqué staff is beyond grateful for the time sacrificed. We understand that by serving, veterans lost time with friends and family and also lost time spent on careers or education. Those sacrifices have not gone unnoticed. Held on Nov. [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]As each new semester arrives, it offers students a host of social and academic possibilities. These include a range of majors from which to choose, as well as a myriad of clubs to eagerly join. Additionally, competitive and intramural sports abound along with theatrical performances and musical ensembles [Continue Reading »]
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