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As a New Year's tradition, an annual concert is held.
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4 Colleges with New Year’s Traditions

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
There’s nothing quite like starting fresh at the beginning of the year. New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays. Around the world, people count down to midnight on December 31st. While most students are home for the holidays, there are a number of colleges that have a New Year’s tradition of …
Holly and Berries are under the morning sunshine.
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6 More Colleges with Heartwarming Holiday Traditions

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Many students travel home for the holiday season. But, colleges also often host heartwarming community events in honor of the many holidays celebrated in winter. From Christmas to Hanukkah and many beyond, here are a few colleges with some fun holiday traditions! Be sure to check out our first article highlighting some truly spectacular holiday …
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8 Secrets to Balancing Your Busy Life Schedule

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 27, 2023
Balancing life, career, and classes can be overwhelming as busy college students, no matter the year you’re in. Even part-time students and full-time workers struggle with creating this balance. You have a rigorous class schedule with many social events to attend, but you also need downtime to decompress. There are also plenty of working students …
We put together some advice for incoming freshmen.
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10 Tips for College Freshmen

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 12, 2023
The transition from high school to college life is challenging for many new students. There is a lot of stress accumulated during the semester, and the strenuous class projects and assignments are not easy either. While some students do great at accommodating the new life, there are others who have a hard time getting used …
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4 Colleges with Cool Winter Traditions

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Since schools are in session during the majority of winter, many colleges have embraced the cold, snow, ice, and season’s spirit by celebrating and creating annual events. From heartwarming to bizarre, here are 4 colleges with really cool winter traditions. Dartmouth: Polar Bear Swim What helps with studying for classes? Well, according to the students …
Six stress balls with smiley faces.
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How to Lower Senior Year Stress

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
During your last year of high school, you have a lot on your plate. Final classes to finish off your high school career, maybe a job, social life, searching for colleges, applying, visiting the school, extracurricular activities, and more. It’s a lot to juggle so it’s easy to see why it can become overwhelming. Here …
Communicating is key to solving roommate problems.
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5 Ways to Manage College Roommate Conflict

By Allison WignallLast updated on May 2, 2023
When you stick two people into a tiny dorm room, conflict is bound to surface. Even roommates who are the best of friends will experience friction from time to time. Roommate relationships are something so special but often very fragile. It’s normal and human but it can feel discouraging when you’re having problems, especially with …

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