The key to successful and stress-free college life, contrary to what you might have been told, is working smart, not hard. Now, implementing all the tools on this list all at the same time is not what’s going to turn you into a highly productive student. It will take some self-determination and time to figure

Listening skills are an enormous factor in communication. On average, humans spend 45% of their time listening versus only 16% reading. Possessing good listening skills can help improve personal and professional relationships as well as promote trust and confidence. Some people seem to have been born great listeners, but listening skills can also be honed.

It’s time to take a break from your studies and attend the hottest Halloween party on campus. But you’ll surely want to be wearing the hottest costume! Coming up with original ideas can be challenging, but rewarding. Still wondering what to wear for Halloween? Here are seven scary fashions for men and women. Petrifying Politicians

It’s nearing October 31, and ghouls and witches will be distracting you from your studies. Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, so you don’t have to feel a bit frightened about stepping away from the books. Participate in—or host—a party or haunted house, and enjoy the break. Try one of these Halloween cakes ideas

If you are like most students, studying is certainly not something that is at the top of your list of things you love doing. We totally get it! Spending hours staring at books in a vain attempt to memorize all of the facts and figures that you are going to need to pass your exams

If you’re anything like the typical student, you don’t always know how to concentrate on studying. With so many distractions all around us – even within the very device that we use for studying – it’s a wonder any studying gets done at all. Sometimes the textbook will be almost impenetrably dull, and you’ll find

Whoever thought to start the school year in late summer was a good idea must have been a sadist. Just before the days get darker and the trees start dropping their leaves, you have to start rising early in the morning for classes. We know you’d much rather hibernate, but it’s important to remain alert

So last semester didn’t go as you’d hoped. For whatever reason, you got distracted — or maybe just struggled with a tough subject despite your focus. Now, you’re wondering how to improve grades. Follow these tips, and you’ll find out how to do just that. Retake the Class It does take time and money, but

Yes, pizza and beer are in practically every college student’s diet. But you’d do well to counteract those substances with healthful eating throughout the week. You can follow these easy tweaks to improve your nutrition and save money, too. Eating healthy on a college budget is possible! Drink More Water Сhoose water more often than

As they say, every day is a new beginning. But negative thinking can turn even the brightest day into a bummer. Not to mention the fact that you won’t get much schoolwork done if you’re not in the right mindset. Incorporate these positive morning affirmations into your day, or repeat them when you sit down