We asked recent graduates and current upperclassmen from around the country for their advice for incoming college freshmen. This is what they said. “1. Don’t dismiss your parents, and call them often. You’ll find yourself leaving for your senior year way too soon, and you’ll realize you’re about to

On the day of my 15th birthday my parents’ asked when I would be ready to go out with them and start finding jobs around town. I gently reminded mom and pops I was still under the protection of child labor laws until 16. They asked again the following year and when I got my license my dad handed me

College will leave you with many things: a high alcohol tolerance, best friends, newfound knowledge, messy relationships, a million memories and debt. Mountains and mountains of debt. Thanks student loans. We’ve all heard a student loan horror story. Mine came from my 10th grade science teacher who

MaryFrances Duggins | On August 25, 2015 College is a time for fun, friends, and learning. You’ve probably mastered the first two and are obviously in college to learn, but you probably didn’t know that simply being a college student comes with perks. Yes, that’s right, the two magical words we

Your bedroom is your fortress and this is exactly why it needs to be comfy and gorgeous. It can feel like remodeling your room will be a lot of work and cost a fortune, but that’s not the case. Here are some updates that are nearly effortless. If you really want to make your room look great,