College Life

Basic College Supplies For New Students

Going off to college or sending your child off to college is an exciting milestone in life. Hopes, dreams of the future and plans to make an interesting life all come together in the moments when a child is packing up their room one last time before heading off to school. You want to make sure your student has everything they need, and the list of basic college supplies needed are items that are easy to find and will make your special student’s life easier.

Ways To Save Money In College

Most students are wondering about ways to save money in college. This can be very difficult, since there are many products and services aimed at students. For most, college is the first truly independent living situation away from parents and overbearing teachers. Because of this, saving money and being as financially independent as possible is very important. Not only will a financially stable person feel better, their life will be much easier as well.

How can I defer student loans while in the military?

John Agnew from Florida asked: I’m about join the NAVY and I want to defer my student loans until I’m finished with A schooling. I have Federal as well as State backed student loans. Who would be the best person to contact about this?

Student Loan Advice: Hi John. First off, thank you for your service to our Country! Sounds like you’re a stand up young man. Now, those student loans of yours.

House Breaking a Dorm Puppy

Housebreaking a Puppy

There are very few dorms that allow pets these days. However, some of them are starting to allow small pets, including dogs.

I recently received an email from a girl wanting to know if I had any resources she could use to house break her Pomeranian puppy.

Antioch College Running Out of Money, Closing in ’08

Antioch College in Yellow Springs Ohio is a privately funded college that was founded in 1852.  Over the years it has become known as a forward thinking College. A college that doesn’t score students, rather blends curriculum with hands on experience. In 2008, this college is closing it’s doors. Perhaps for good.

Their current plan is to stay closed for 4 years and reopen in 2012. But no one is holding their breath until they do.