Your college years are best spent busy. So where does that leave room for keeping up with your personal fitness? It’s hard work staying healthy with all of the unlimited junk food, parties, and lazy weekends that the college experience provides. That’s why in my series, Shape U, we’re gearing up for a semester of [...]
Continue reading...Mon, Apr 13, 2009 by Connie- Columbia College
STEP AWAY FROM THE DORITOS! Last year, College Jolt blogger Adam explored different tips on Avoiding the Freshman 15. Guess what? Its that time of year to hit the gyms again! And this time, I’ve provided even more information for you to learn how to progressively combat “the 15!” You do not need to take [...]
Continue reading...Wed, Feb 18, 2009 by Kalifa- Duquesne U
There comes a point usually before you finish high school, when you decide- or your parents decide, you’re going to go to college. Tons of questions begin to arise: Where? Which country? Which state? Why? Major? Minor? Campus? Cost? I know choosing a college isn’t easy. So I have put together some tips for both International and [...]
Continue reading...Mon, Nov 10, 2008 by Alyse - Pitt
So you’ve narrowed it down to a few choices. Each school has its pros and cons that you’re willing to overlook. One thing you should never neglect, however, is that grumbling in your stomach. Are you into a cuisine full of flavor and even more grease? Scared of the dreaded weight gain? When you near [...]
Continue reading...Fri, Sep 5, 2008 by Adam- Pitt
Ahhh the college meal plan. You really get so much more then you pay for. No, I am not talking about the food, frankly thats a bigger ripoff than “free” sex. I am talking about the incredible bonds you forge with Beatrice, Linda, and Franky Scoots, the wonderful women who salve everyday to provide you [...]
Continue reading...Fri, Aug 29, 2008 by Adam- Pitt
Summer is winding down and another school year beginning. While this is of course the worst possible thing that could happen (maybe ever), there is one incidental yet monumental redeeming quality that a fresh school year brings: a new freshman class. These eager young faces are painted with fear and excitement as they wave goodbye [...]
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