6 Best Apps for College Students
Whether you have an iPhone or Android, it’s safe to say that the inventions of smartphones have made college life easier for students. That is if you use them right. Stay ahead of the game and make sure to have these 6 apps downloaded and ready to go. Venmo Out at the bar and forgot…
Hoarding or Being Prepared? How Much Do You Really Need?
Moving into your first apartment and unsure of what to pack? There are thousands of lists on what to pack and even lists on what you didn’t know you had to pack. But, there is a fine line when it comes to overpacking. Take a day off before you move, if you can, and clean…
Coping with Anxiety in Your New Apartment
Defined by Medical News Today, Anxiety is “general term for several disorders that cause nervousness, fear, apprehension, and worrying.” Anxiety as a whole can be broken up into different sectors with each affecting the individual in a particular way. The stress of moving to college combined with a new environment, people and area can serve…
How to get out of your lease
When you move into a new apartment, the last thing on your mind is moving out. However, sometimes this happens earlier than planned and in that case, DON’T FREAK OUT. Yes, in some ways, a lease is a binding contract. But, there is always a way out of a contract. The best thing to do…
Items You Forgot You Need in College
Packing for college is overwhelming. There are so many lists online of everything you need from A to Z. Instead of listing what you already know, here is a list of some things you forgot you need to pack. And no, they are not in alphabetical order. Rain boots and Ponchos The class isn’t canceled…
21 Places You Didn’t Know Give Student Discounts
College is expensive, between textbooks, rent and weekend fun, it’s easy to blow your budget or run out of cash. To counter this problem, a lot of places offer college student discounts. Some of them are obvious, like bookstores and laptops, but others are less in your face. Here is a list of the 21…
A Guide to Fall in Austin, Texas
With a population of close to one million people, and over 10 colleges and universities, Austin, Texas can be a little overwhelming to new residents. That being said, don’t let a little crowd stop you from enjoying all of the fall fun this city has to offer. Check out our list of the Top 10…
Parents, How involved should You be?
The average age of a college freshman is 18 years old. At 18 years of age, if your child cannot use a laundry machine or navigate the process of making mac and cheese, it’s time to let them figure it out. That being said, it can be hard to realize that your baby is now…
How to Decorate Your Apartment for the Modern College Guy
Probably the last thing on any guy’s mind is how to decorate their college apartment. In most cases, this is your first time where your mom isn’t there to help you or making decor just appear from nowhere. So before you throw in the towel and surround yourself with white walls, READ BELOW. Here’s some…
6 Things to Trash When You Move From Dorm to Apartment
Congrats, you’re moving out of the dorm and into an apartment. This is a big deal. But before you start packing everything, there are a few things you can ditch now that you’re leaving the dorm. Twin XL sheets. It’s rare to find an apartment that is furnished with a twin mattress much more a…
How to Budget
Do you start every Monday with a bank account balance of zero? If yes, you might want to learn how to budget. The word budget can be defined as planned out your spending so you don’t waste money and still can afford basic needs. For most students, college is the first time you are the…