Allison Wignall

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7 Recipes to Make in Your Microwave!

Easy Mac, Ramen, and leftover pizza might be stereotypical staples of the college diet, but sometimes you might want something a little different. But if you’re living in the dorms, you probably don’t have a fully-fledged kitchen at your disposal. Or even if you’re in an apartment, maybe you just don’t have the time. What …
Here are some single sex colleges that accept transgender students
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Single-Sex Colleges that Accept Transgender Students

With the Supreme Court’s historic decision to rule in favor of same-sex marriage back in June of 2015, more attention is being brought to LGBT+ rights in America. One such issue at the forefront is that of transgender students’ rights in schools. It can be a complicated topic–one of the more recent examples being North Carolina’s …
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5 Scholarships for Students in Hawaii

Hawaii, known also as the Aloha State, was the 50th and final state to join the USA. Serving as the northernmost island group of Polynesia, Hawaii is also home to beautiful beaches, active volcanoes, and diverse wildlife. If you’re lucky enough to call this state home or plan to attend school there, take a look …
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5 Scholarships for Criminal Justice Majors

Criminal Justice is a broad field that includes: law, criminal investigation, law enforcement, criminology, and other related areas. If you’re a Criminal Justice major, take a look below at just a few criminal justice scholarships available. George A. Strait Minority Scholarship Amount: Varies Deadline: April 1, 2020 This scholarship awards minority students who have extensive law …
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5 Scholarships for Students in Delaware

Delaware is a unique state with many nicknames–The Small Wonder, Blue Hen State, the Diamond State, and given its status as the first state to ratify the US Constitution, the First State. As one of the thirteen original colonies, it is a place full of history. If you call Delaware home or plan to attend …
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5 Scholarships for Law Students

Those who practice law ensure that society runs smoothly and fairly. It is an incredibly important system that hosts a number of equally important professions. People adept in the writing and presentation skills needed to study law should have the chance to do so; however, sometimes finances hinder people from studying law. After all, law …
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5 Scholarships for Students in New Jersey

Known as “the Garden State”, New Jersey is a place full of history. New Jersey was invaluable during both the American and Industrial revolutions. Their state motto is, fittingly, “Liberty and prosperity”. If you live or plan to attend college there, here are a few New Jersey scholarships. Builders League of South Jersey Scholarship Foundation …
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5 Scholarships for Students in Minnesota

Minnesota, also known as the “Land of a Thousand Lakes”, is home to over 50 colleges and universities. It is a state filled with beautiful scenery and booming industry. If you’re a Minnesota resident or plan to attend college there, take a look below at just a few Minnesota scholarships. EMPOWER Scholarships Amount: $1,500 Deadline: April …
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5 Scholarships for Journalism Majors

We live in a media-driven world. With news instantly at our fingertips the moment something big happens, there has never been a higher demand for journalists. Whether it’s through TV, the radio, print, online blogs, or another medium, journalists deliver the information. Take a look below at some journalism scholarships dedicated to the education of …

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