Co-Curricular Life

Want to get off-campus to volunteer in college but aren't sure where to go? Find a list of 25 fun and highly rewarding off-campus places to volunteer in college.

Not sure where you should volunteer in college? Find a list of questions that can help narrow down what kind of college volunteer experience would be best for you. Not sure where to volunteer in college? Check out this list of things to consider when thinking about any college volunteer project.

As a college student, setting New Year's resolutions can be particularly important -- and challenging. Find a list of 10 sample New Year's resolutions for college students.

Not sure how to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in college? Learn 5 fun ways to have a great Cinco de Mayo college celebration.

Setting New Year's resolutions can be a great exercise for any college student. Learn how to make smart New Year's resolutions in college.

Making New Year's Resolutions is an annual tradition for many people. If you're a college student, making New Year's Resolutions can be a great way to set goals for yourself for the upcoming year. Find ideas about what makes good college student New Year's resolutions.

Not sure how to spend New Year's Eve in college? Get 20 ideas to help make your college New Year's Eve plans fun and exciting.

College student homesickness is more common that most students in school want to admit. Get information on why you might have it, how to deal with it -- and why it's perfectly normal.

Dealing with homesickness while in college can seem overwhelming. Learn 5 tips that can make a big difference in handling homesickness as a college student.

In college, but don't know what gifts to get the people you love? Need smart ways to earn and manage money over the break? Not sure where to go when the campus residence halls close? Have homework to do but need some guidance about how to stay focused? All of these questions -- and many more! -- are addressed in the About.com College Life Holiday Survival Guide.

Time can quickly become your most precious commodity in college. Learning how to manage and use it wisely may be one of the most useful things you can do for yourself.

Going somewhere, by yourself, where you may or may not know a single person, just might be the bravest thing you've ever done. With so many ways to meet people, though, finding connections is easier than you may think.

Getting an on-campus job is a requirement for many college students. How can you make sure you get a good one?

Taking a road trip while in college doesn't have to be as boring as road trips were when you were younger. Find great ideas to have fun in a college road trips while seeing the country and having a great time with your friends.

You've waited a long time to start college. Now that you're officially a college student, how do you make sure that you set yourself up for success during the first few months?

Joining a college intramural sports team may seem intimidating, but the benefits can quickly outweigh your fears. Find 5 reasons why you should sign up.

On many college campuses, fraternities and sororities are a key part of life outside of the classroom. How can you decide if they're right for you?

Most colleges have a long way to go toward achieving campus sustainability. Find ways to improve your campus sustainability and resources to help you along the way.

Staying connected to your religion may be an important part of your college experience. Being far from home doesn't have to mean being disconnected from your religion.

After the busyness of the college year, many college students aren't sure what to do with their free time over the summer. Find a list of 50 ways to stay entertained during a college summer.

Looking to volunteer on Thanksgiving, but not sure what your options are? Find 6 great places where college students can volunteer on Thanksgiving.

As a college student, you may be going home or staying on campus for Thanksgiving. No matter what you're situation, learn more about what options college students have for making the most of their Thanksgiving break.

The end of the semester may take forever to come in college. But once it does, you may not know what to do with all of your sudden an unexpected free time. Learn 6 ways to celebrate the end of the semester in college.

Need some last-minute gift ideas for someone in college? Find several last-minute gift ideas for the college student on your list -- whether it be a boyfriend/girlfriend, roommate, friend, or even the kind person who helped you from failing your statistics class -- that are sure to please.

Not sure what to do on a long weekend? Find 10 things to do on any long weekend, from Labor Day to Presidents' Day, during your time in college.

Cinco de Mayo celebrations can be one of the more enjoyable aspects of summer. From recipes to history to how to set the mood, find all the essentials you'll need for Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

Most people know that college hazing is harmful (and often illegal), but not everyone is clear on what counts as hazing in the first place. Find out what constitutes hazing in college.

Looking for ways to celebrate July 4th? Check out this list of how to celebrate July 4th, specifically catered to college students.

College Vs. High School: Whether you're interested in learning the differences or just need a reminder about all that college has to offer that your high school didn't, check out this list of 50 differences between college and high school.

While making friends in college can seem intimidating at first, it's actually a lot easier than many students think -- especially with these 7 tips.

Need to save some money toward your college Spring Break trip this year? Find 6 easy ways to save money for Spring Break -- even during your time in school.

While there are a ton of college party themes available, finding the right one for your event can be a challenge. Find a list of 25 college party themes that can work for nearly any celebration.

Want to gain some leadership in college but not sure where to start? Find 11 easy places that offer excellent college leadership opportunities.

Not sure if being an orientation leader in college is the right match for you? Learn the pros and cons.

Being bored in college can happen all of a sudden, meaning you have no plans for how to turn a boring afternoon into one to remember. Find a list of 17 things to do to conquer college boredom.

You don't necessarily have to go off campus to volunteer in college. Find a list of 8 places on campus you can volunteer at during your time in school.