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It’s the question we’ve all had in our minds as soon as our brains were capable of thought. Which type of intelligence do we prefer, book smart or street smart? Learning through traditional, organized education or learning important life lessons through trial and error and tough love? When hearing these terms, what do you think of? For many, the stereotypical book smart person is usually some type of nerd or geek, adjusting his or her glasses while burying his or her head in

Twas the night before finals, in the dorms they all sat Not a student was partying, not even the frat. The books all piled up to the top of the room, Only 12 hours left ‘till they head to their doom. The freshmen were cramming it all in their heads, Not a single Facebook status was left unread. My roommate in her pj’s, and I in my slacks, Trying to find a way to relax. When out in the hallway there arose such a clatter, I sprang from the chair to see what was the matte

We’ve heard for years about Helicopter parents. You know, those parents that do a child’s science project at school, take control of every PTA meeting, take care of every fundraiser with no effort from the child. However, an increasing trend in the US is the ‘Snowplow Parent’, parents who continue to hover over their child way into college and beyond. This article on the Boston Globe explains what a snowplow parent consists of, with many frightening-but-true examples. These a

I could probably publish a book of all the blunders and faux pas I experienced throughout my years of college. There’s just no escaping it. In order to truly learn in any environment, mistakes need to be made. However, some mistakes are avoidable. Through talks with students I’ve worked with, friends I’ve confided with, and my own experiences, I’ve compiled the top ten mistakes students make in college, and how you can be a step ahead and avoid them. Below are the top 10 mist