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Why is Information Literacy A Key Skill for College Students?

Jan 22, 2021 | College Success Life, Information Literacy

Information literacy skill development is in short supply on most college campuses – a key skill for academic and workplace success.

College Student Loan Debt Crisis Update

Jan 21, 2021 | College Success Life, Student Financial Aid

The Covid-19 pandemic continues to impact negatively students’ ability to repay their student loans. The Biden administration has requested the Dept. of Education to extend the moratorium on federal student loan payments and interest until September 30, 2021.

Financial Aid for College Students

Jan 15, 2021 | College Success Life, Student Financial Aid

Knowing the benefits and challenges of accepting a student financial aid award is critical to achieving your goal of graduation. Making the best informed choice requires understanding your role and responsibilities as a student financial aid recipient.

FAFSA Changes on the Horizon

Jan 15, 2021 | College Success Life, Student Financial Aid

FAFSA changes are finally on the horizon with the Federal Government’s passage of the Consolidation Appropriations Act 2021, simplifying the federal student aid application process for college students and their families.

Using College Academic Resources

Jan 8, 2021 | Academic Advising, College Advising, College Success Life, Information Literacy, Student Support Services, Study Strategies

Using the right college academic resources can make working smarter much easier than typically struggling to meet academic challenges. We offer 15 resources we think every college student should use regularly as they plan their pathway to college and career success.

The Impact of Covid 19 on Final Exam Season

Dec 9, 2020 | Academic Advising, College Advising, College Success Life, Graduation, Student Support Services, Study Strategies

The unprecedented pandemic has upended final exam season for most college and university students across the country, no doubt causing elevated stress and anxiety levels.

College Success Life Smart Study Tips

Oct 23, 2020 | Academic Advising, College Success Life, Study Strategies

Writing a research paper or studying for a final exam is often an overwhelming experience. Knowing how you learn can help you filter out the best study strategies to use.

Final Exam Study Routine Strategy

Oct 23, 2020 | College Advising, College Success Life, Information Literacy, Study Strategies

Having a final exam study routine strategy is a prerequisite for achieving success in college. There is no set formula for creating one. Everyone learns differently. Not having one only serves to compound the anxiety most students experience during final exam season every year.

Your Pre-College Checklist Strategic Guide

Oct 14, 2020 | College Advising, College Success Life, Graduation, Information Literacy

Many high school seniors are in the middle of making plans to attend college. This can be a very overwhelming experience for them and their families. Our pre-college checklist strategic guide lays out a planning template to help with the process.