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We’re Bringing Back the House Party
I’m sick of them. Sick of sticky floors and questionable bathrooms. Sick of overpriced drinks and shoulder-to-shoulder shimmy dancing. I can barely hear my own friends speak, their voices muffled under the waves of others, of speakers (not even a DJ) blasting Billboard Hot 100’s. Is this what our scene is, Gen Z? Honestly, it feels like our only option. I mean, you could go to a club if you want to drop $50 on the entry fee alone. Either that, or you can choose the convenienc
Sara Volka
6 days ago4 min read


Taking Up Space in the Classroom
In my freshman year of college, I began to understand the true disadvantage my fears had imposed on me. College is the time of your life to step out of your comfort zone, and I knew that. I knew that I wanted to grow and thrive in my classes and projects, but my limiting habits in high school had made that desire seem daunting and hard to attain. When I found it hard to speak in my mandatory seminar classes, I knew change was necessary.
mia3377
Sep 194 min read


10 Back to School bags under $100
These 10 bags for under $100 will make you the campus it girl.

Sophia Wheway
Aug 291 min read


The Ultimate Sorority RecruitmentSurvival Kit: What You Need in Your Bag
As fall 2025 recruitment kicks off, tens of thousands of college freshmen are anxiously waiting to see which chapter they will run “home” to. With sorority recruitment, there comes a lot of stress, long days, and moments of uncertainty especially since many are still transitioning from high school to college.
Lily Stein
Aug 182 min read


College Tips From a College Graduate
College is one of the most growing experiences of your life…this is good and hard. I don’t know if I’d be the woman I’m becoming today without college, but I won’t say that college didn’t take a toll on me, especially in terms of mental health and wellbeing.
Mia Meltzer
May 203 min read


Going Out Outfits: College vs. Post-Grad
Hitting up your local college bars typically means one uniform: black crop top, jeans, no jacket, no matter the temperature, and the most beat-up pair of Air Force 1s you’ve ever seen. And that’s practical- bar floors are gross! Maybe in your senior year, you stepped it up to some black booties and resorted to a real jacket. But now, after graduation, it’s time to step up your game.
Mia Meltzer
May 52 min read


Rejection and Redemption: My College Decision Journey
As April creeps up to an end, so does the start of May, and what that means for people aged 17-18 is that Decision Day is upon us. As someone who went through this exact process almost a year ago today, I know how it feels to anxiously wait for the response of your dream school, and how it feels to get an answer you didn’t want. In honor of the season, I would like to share my college decision journey in hopes that it will ease someone else’s anxiety and heartache.
Mia Meltzer
Apr 293 min read


Grappling With Change: My Transition from High School to College
As I sit here in my freshman year dorm only three weeks from being done with my freshman year of college, I want to share my experience coming out on the other side of my first year of college.
Mia Meltzer
Apr 253 min read


Making the Most of College Graduation Season: XO, A 2024 Grad
Graduating from college is beyond exciting, but it can also bring feelings of stress.
Mia Meltzer
Apr 92 min read


The College Winter Capsule Wardrobe: Must-Have Pieces
Winter is here and in full force for some of us Midwest and Northeast residents in the states.
Mia Meltzer
Dec 5, 20243 min read


Dealing With College Admission Anxiety
Early action (EA) and early decision (ED) applications have been submitted, but now what?
Mia Meltzer
Nov 14, 20243 min read


The 3 Best Laptops for College You Need to Get Your Hands On This Black Friday
With Black Friday just around the corner, it’s the perfect chance to find a laptop that meets all your college needs.
mia3377
Nov 12, 20242 min read


Every Tip College Freshman Need to Hear
If you’re someone in a new physical, emotional, and mental place– it’s NORMAL to feel uncomfortable!
mia3377
Oct 21, 20242 min read


Surviving The College Application Craze
Back to school means college application season for High School seniors.
Mia Meltzer
Oct 10, 20242 min read


Game Day 101: Tips for Successful College Game Days
With all the studying and stress of the college work week, game days are the excitement-filled times that balance out our crazy schedules!
mia3377
Oct 9, 20242 min read


Preparing For The Last Year Of College
So it’s the last year of college, and things are getting REAL.
Danielle Zibiri
Aug 9, 20243 min read


Big Sister Advice: The Summer Before You Start College
People say the summer before you leave for college is supposed to be the best time of your life.
Mia Meltzer
May 30, 20242 min read


Starting Community College In The Fall? Read This
It’s college decision season. Everyone is talking about the big-name school they’ve committed to, the fun Greek life events they’ll attend,
Mia Meltzer
May 7, 20243 min read


COLLEGE DECISION DAY - DO’S & DONT’S
By: Nicole Milliman May 1st is just around the corner, AKA college decision day! Just last year I was walking around my high school...
Mia Meltzer
Mar 26, 20243 min read


There's Nothing Worse Than A Sick Day In College
By: Alexa Nissim By far, some of the hardest days to get through in college are the ones you are dealing with any type of sickness. On...
mia3377
Mar 15, 20242 min read
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