“I would change my major to Business because the classes would be easier than the digital arts classes I am in.” “I wouldn’t change my major, but if I were to pick, it would be Liberal Arts so I could learn more about what I actually enjoy.” “If [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]The holiday season is a time to be with family, have fun and ring in the new year. Many feel obligated to buy gifts for others, or even host large gatherings. It is important to balance the fun with the money spent to achieve it. Students are often [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Winter break is coming up and it is time for a much-needed break. However, this is also a time when break-in and robbery rates tend to go up. So it is important to have a safety refresher. Personal safety is something we should be concerned about all [Continue Reading »]
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From the transition to summer break into the start of a new semester of college, students often have difficulty adapting to a new semester. Although the first week of school is known as “Syllabus Week,” depending on the class and professor, the class may enter full swing. [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 »]“I like to go up to Iowa Hall and sit and study in the chairs by the window in the upper level.” “I like to study in my classroom in between classes.” “My favorite place to study is the third floor Cedar Hall near the windows.” “I like [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Involvement in college leadership organizations can improve your life. Taking on a leadership roles may not only help prepare you for future job opportunities, but can also teach you good leadership skills such as how to work collaboratively and motivate others. Examples of leadership opportunities may be [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 »]
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As the early winter snow starts to stick for the first time this season, along comes with it hazards of driving through an endless white scene of hidden slick spots along the path. Of course, many of us have to overcome the annual learning curve of getting used [Continue Reading »]
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“I believe that it is important for students to be educated on the importance of voting, however, I also know that some people don’t think it is important. The future of America depends on our voting and that is why it matters.” “Voting is important for college students [Continue Reading »]
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