by Ruth Bomar | Sep 9, 2013 | Blog, College Transition 101
College Transition 101 It’s stating the obvious. Right? Go to class. However, it’s so easy to do the opposite and not go to class. Read this High School versus College chart to see why. High School College School begins at 8:30 and ends at 3:30 Different...
by Ruth Bomar | Sep 3, 2013 | Blog
College Transition 101 The first week is over and the semester really gets rolling. You might not have anything “due” for several weeks. No papers. No tests. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have anything to “do.” It’s...
by Ruth Bomar | Aug 29, 2013 | Blog
College Transition 101 At the end of your first week of college, you might feel like you have nothing to do. There aren’t any assignments due next week. It’s a slow start up. Your professors won’t lecture but instead they will ask you to read your...
by Ruth Bomar | Aug 26, 2013 | Blog
I asked a few Twentysomethings this question: If you could re-live your freshman year in college, what would you do different? The individuals I asked are all in their 20’s. They are married and support themselves financially. Some of them are already parents...
by Ruth Bomar | Jul 4, 2013 | Blog
#1 Find a friend in each class. Find a friend the first day of class in each class. Look around and choose someone who looks reliable. Be friendly. Offer to exchange contact information. Email. Cell phone numbers. This one friend per class idea will get you out of a...
by Ruth Bomar | Jul 1, 2013 | Blog
Tip #1 Visit the Office of Disabilities Support Services (DSS) website. Do this tip first. On that website you will find which documentation you will need to present regarding your particular disability. You will also find forms to fill out in order to request...