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Types of College Meal Plans: How To Choose the Right One

Key Takeaways Most students who live on campus—and even some who don’t—choose to get a college meal plan because of the convenience and wide range of food options available. When choosing a meal plan, you can expect to see the following: traditional (a set number of weekly meals), unlimited (access to dining halls at any …
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50 Persuasive Essay Topics

Key Takeaways A persuasive essay aims to convince your reader to agree with your viewpoint or take a specific action. Below, we’ve put together a list of 50 persuasive topics, categorized by: social media, education, economics, ethics, sports, current issues, government, health, and technology. The best persuasive essay topics are ones that interest you, have …
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The Best Summer Vacation Destinations

Key Takeaways The best summer vacation destinations should fit your travel style, budget, and interests. Whether you want to relax on a beach or hit the open road, planning ahead is key to saving money. You can find a great destination at a great price and enjoy a memorable, stress-free getaway. Summer is a great …
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Curious About Boarding School? Here’s What You Need to Know

What Is Boarding School? Boarding school is a type of educational institution where K-12 students live on campus during the term. Students have access to their classes, meals, extracurriculars, and other amenities. Boarding schools deliver a structured environment that focuses on academic learning and independence. However, it’s much more expensive than public and private schools …
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Top Mistakes to Avoid as a College Student

Everyone makes a mistake now and then, but specific errors in college could impact a student’s grades, graduation timeline, stress levels, finances, and more. Thankfully, other college students have already made these mistakes, so you can learn from them! Here are 13 avoidable college student mistakes that can set you back – plus tips to …
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100 Informative Speech Topics

Key Takeaways Informative speeches are intended to educate or inform an audience on a topic without the use of opinions or debates. When choosing an informative speech topic, you should consider your audience, your personal interest in the topic, how long it should be, and if you have enough facts to help you write your …
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8 Healthy Ways to Cope with Stress and Anxiety in College

College can be stressful—especially with academic pressure, financial concerns, and societal pressures looming over you at times. Having healthy ways to cope in college can help get you back on track and feel like yourself again when stress and anxiety want to creep in. Use these eight strategies the next time it all feels like …

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