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Writing a paper can be difficult, but here are some ways to make writing a paper easier.
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Tips on How to Write an Academic Paper Easier

By Rose ScottLast updated on December 22, 2022
It is always hard to make yourself work, even when you are pressed for time and have tight deadlines. Writing an academic paper is a bit complicated, but we’ve come up with some tips that will make it writing a paper easier. Focus and Brainstorm Block yourself from anything that distracts your attention—like social media, e-mails, …
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Top 25 Best Private Colleges: 2017 Rankings

By Allison WignallLast updated on June 21, 2024
Unlike public colleges—which are funded by local and state governments—private colleges and universities are funded by private sources—like tuition and fees. Many assume that private colleges are too expensive; however, students who attend private colleges rarely pay the entirety of the “sticker price”, instead, they have significant financial aid pay for a good portion of …
Academic misconduct covers more than just plagiarism.
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What is Academic Misconduct?

By Maria Andreina FernandezLast updated on December 22, 2022
Some people hear the term “academic misconduct” and instantly think of plagiarism. But the truth is, the concept is much wider than just that. We are committing academic misconduct by doing things like cheating on homework, damaging the school’s property, or altering university documents. Plagiarism Plagiarism is taking someone else’s ideas and making them look …
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The Importance of Office Hours: Why You Should Go

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
Imagine it’s syllabus week. Your professors are spending the first day of class going over the schedule for the semester (subject to change). They outline expectations for you. They tell you when the exams will be and talk about the importance of doing the readings and coming to lecture. They’ve also mentioned what times they …
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Top 25 Best Large Colleges: 2017 Rankings

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
These colleges are large and in charge. Definitions of “large” colleges might change depending on who you ask, but for the purposes of this list, we’re considering any school that has 10,000 or more undergraduate students. (Note: “student enrollment” within these summaries includes both undergraduate and graduate students). Check out College Raptor’s list for the …

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