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Crunched for Time in College? Crunched for time in college? Here are some clock watching tips to get you into the game... Dealing with a Depressed Roommate Would you know what to do if your college roomie was suffering from depression? Dealing with a Disability in College A learning disability may seem like a bump in the road to college, but with the proper approach you too can succeed and get your degree. Doing College Time in High School Want to earn college credits before you even set foot on campus? See what AP programs and partnerships have to offer you. Facing Freshman Fears College life is fun and exciting, but it can also bring on some anxiety about finding friends, acing your academics, and paying for college. Finding New Friends at College Amidst the overload of information on class schedules, cafeteria food, and dorm rooms, the first week of freshman year is also filled with a sea of new faces and awkward introductions. Everyone is anxious to settle into the new environment, and finding new friends is one of the easiest ways to become more comfortable in college. Though not everyone will become your best pal, there are some ways to turn amiable greetings into lifelong friendships. Freedom! Adventure! Excitement! Homesickness!? When the reality of being away from home finally hits a couple of weeks into your first semester, excitement may make way for a gnawing emotion deep down in your gut -- homesickness. From Small Town to Large University: What's a freshman to do? College is a big change for any student, particularly those who decide to make the transition from a small town to a large university. Here are a few simple tips and keep-on-the-brain advice to make your first semester at college a little easier. Get Up and Get Out! You're going to make friends at college who can stick with you for the rest of your life and show you opportunities and ideas you never even imagined. Here are some suggestions on how to "get up and get out" to meet the people who will keep you company and change your life. Growing Up Doesn't Always Mean Growing Apart If you're afraid that going away to college means leaving your past behind, don't fret. As Jill Malinger explains, you can make new friends while keeping the old. |