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We Are Marshall was one of many movies filmed on college campuses.
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Movies Filmed on College Campuses

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022
Ah, summer. With the wonderful sun and heat, it’s nice to spend time outside, right? Maybe. Or you can head inside with the purr of the air conditioner and non-threat of sweat. While you’re enjoying the cool interior, pop in or stream a movie. Did you know a popular backdrop for movies are college campuses? …
Three hot air balloons in the sky.
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How to Study Abroad: A 10 Step Guide

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022
Studying abroad can be an eye-opening experience and a wonderful opportunity to take advantage of during your time as a college student. You may be curious though about the pros and cons and how to study abroad! We’ve included a rundown of the basics, plus some tips on how to study in a different country. …
Many students end up asking for a letter of recommendation.
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A Complete Guide to Recommendation Letters

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 28, 2024
Key Takeaway Your college application will require anywhere between one and four letters of recommendation. Recommendation letters can be written by a teacher, employer, mentor, or coach of your choice. A letter of recommendation will give colleges a view into your strengths, interests, and relationships from a different perspective. You’ll want to choose people who …
Here are inspirational quotes about education
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Inspirational Quotes about Education

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
These are the inspirational quotes about education to save for when you need some extra motivation. You can pin these wise words above your desk, make them your desktop background, or write them over and over again in your notes. Both high school and college are challenging points in our lives, and sometimes they can …
Sustainable food on college campuses
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Food Sustainability on College Campuses

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you’re planning on attending college or are currently enrolled, you will probably also eat at a dining hall. A dining hall is run by the college or university and is intended to provide nutritious, convenient food for its students. While some may deem dining halls “awesome” by the number of flavors of soft-serve ice …
Sammy the Banana Slug is one of the weirdest college mascots.
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7 of the Weirdest College Mascots

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
On campus, mascots are legends. They serve as the icon for school athletics, symbols of the community, and a rallying figure for all students. Enthusiastic and filled with energy, mascots hype up any crowd and gets everyone involved in the excitement. Most college mascots aim to intimidate the other team as much as to stoke …
A larger college does not automatically mean more diversity on campus.
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Myth: Bigger Colleges Have More Diversity

By Maria Andreina FernandezLast updated on December 22, 2022
A city with a high population must have a lot of different groups and types of people. It is understandable we want to apply the same principle to universities. The bigger the campus, the more diversity it has, right? But studies have proved wrong what we’ve been believing for years now. Diversity on campus works …

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