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College Life
5 Cute Plants That Will Brighten Up Any Dark Bedroom
1.Lucky Bamboo One of my best friends gave me a lucky bamboo plant before heading to my second year of college and as I …
9 Unexpected Ways To Make Someone’s Day
“Always be a little kinder than necessary.” – James M. Barrie Stop whatever you’re doing for a quick second and for a mo…
Visa Probz: I Was Banned From Leaving The Country
Understanding how visas work can be tricky. Visas are basically permission slips from governments that allow you to ente…
Never Leaving Bed: 5 Cozy Throws We Want For Winter
Warm up the hot chocolate, slip on oversized sweaters, and bury yourself in the coziest throws for the next 4 months 1. …
Basics vs. Bad Bitches: Why I’ll Never Be A Mean Girl
When I was in the seventh grade, we did an exercise in health where we had to write something positive about each studen…
5 Things Every Introvert Needs To Remember During College
The concept of introversion has gained more attention in the public eye over recent years, thanks to people like author …
What It’s Actually Like Going To College With Your Older Sister
A year ago, you could ask me if Emory University was on my college list, and I would immediately respond, “Most definite…
THIS Is Why You Should Take Yourself On A Date During Midterms
Look, we’ve all been there. We know how difficult it is to look your best, and smell your best, and most definitely feel…
I’m A Female Science Major And *Gasp* I’m Not A “Nerd”
“So, what’s your major?” As college students, we hear this question constantly—sitting in a GE class, from your mom’s fr…
7 Scientifically Proven Ways To Pay Attention During Class
I’ve lost track of the number of times that I’ve missed important points of classes because I’m falling asleep or distra…
But, Really, When Did Stress Become A Good Thing?
“Ugh, I’m so stressed!” “Girl, you don’t even know what stress is. I haven’t slept in five days. With work, two exams, a…
My Roommates And I Have Never Had A Fight, And It’s For These 5 Reasons
For the past three years, I have lived with the same three roommates and we have never once gotten in a fight. Not once.…
How Much Sleep Do 20-Year-Olds Really Need?
My eyelids are getting heavier and heavier as I type. I’ve made it halfway through the semester, and I’ve do…
Student Loans Are Scary, Here’s How To Tackle Your Debt
Nowadays, student loans are almost inevitably part of the college experience. According to Student Loan Hero, on average…
Is Grad School Right For You? Here Are The Signs
It’s a classic argument, “But everyone else is doing it!” You don’t know what to do after graduation, but it seems like …
I Was (Almost) Deported After Graduation
Graduating from university is a little terrifying even in the best of circumstances. Leaving a place you called home for…
3 Ways To Overcome Test Anxiety
In high school, I developed moderate sports-related performance anxiety. At the time, my anxiety played a very big part …
When I Joined A Sorority, My Self-Esteem Soared
A few weeks ago, I was browsing my Facebook feed when I stumbled across a Lala article that explained one very brave wom…
5 Cartoon-Inspired Costumes We’re Rocking This Halloween
You can walk into almost any college Halloween party and see the same cast of characters: In the corner, you’ll sp…
