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I officially want to make it a tradition to make a “Year in Review” post each year. I did this last year and I found it, not only a great resource (since I added all of my blog posts for the year onto it), but also a great way to evaluate what went right, what […]
There is nothing more exciting than an open road and a new adventure awaiting you! I get goosebumps just thinking about it. But, before you head off on your next journey, you have to do the prep work, right? This inevitably involves the task of packing the car. So… what should you pack on this […]
It was 108-degrees. We were 3-miles away from the car with no water, no food, and enough energy to barely roll a marshmallow down a hill. Now, I know what you’re thinking… “what a bunch of idiots!” You’re right. Instead of planning our dream trip to Utah, we flew by the seat of our pants […]
Maintaining motivation to study throughout the entire school year can be a struggle. I know, I’ve been there! In fact, the number one question I get asked is “how do you stay motivated to study?” For many people, the answer is not simple. Every student is different and many factors influence motivation. So today, I […]
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Staying organized is the number one way to master your productivity and begin getting more things done in less time. Many take on life… Ever find yourself just barely making your deadlines or studying for an exam last minute? Yeah, we have all been there! That is why… Staying productive through the long work week […]
Ever find yourself looking for ways to better your planning system? Yeah, me too. All the time. Lately, I have been searching for the… So, let me guess. You are sitting there, reading this post and have been slowly thinking about creating a blog. Or maybe, you didn’t…
We all have those incredibly long and tiring days on campus where we don’t even have time to eat. During these days, finding the… Maintaining an organized college binder is one of the best-kept secrets to student success. There are countless benefits to keeping an efficient system including… It’s that time of year again! Temperatures […]
Career & Finance March 4, 2019 Becoming an adult is hard. You have to start paying for bills, managing your finances, bringing in an income, and so much more, all… Career & Finance June 11, 2018 To many, applying for scholarships can seem like a waste of time. Hundreds of thousands of scholarship rejection letters […]
Ever find yourself looking for ways to better your planning system? Yeah, me too. All the time. Lately, I have been searching for the… So, let me guess. You are sitting there, reading this post and have been slowly thinking about creating a blog. Or maybe, you didn’t… After many years in college, I have […]
Yellowstone National Park continues to be a top location on many bucket lists around the globe. And with good reason! It is filled with geologic wonders, iconic wildlife, and so much more. As a geologist myself, I have been excited to explore this great national park for quite some time now. But once I entered […]
I am going to give you some life-altering college advice that I wish I had been given long ago. I am not even going… Maintaining a healthy diet in on a budget can be a challenge. Healthy foods can be expensive and easy recipes are hard to come… Studying abroad in college is one of […]
Career & Finance April 5, 2021 Money, debt, budgeting, and finances can be overwhelming and stressful. But they truly don’t have to be! As you better understand these topics, the… Career & Finance December 21, 2020 Sometimes saving money and reaching your financial goals can seem like a daunting and time-consuming task. But I am […]