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How to Reduce Stress During Finals Week

While college stress is constant throughout the semester, college stress during finals week takes it to a whole new level. Learn 6 easy ways to manage college stress during finals week.

College Students and Health Insurance: What Do I Need to Know?

Graduating college seniors often leave with a college degree -- and no health insurance. Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius answers questions about where college students can go for health insurance coverage.

10 Ways to Get Out of the Sophomore Slump

In your sophomore year in college? Feeling uninspired and unmotivated? You just might be in what's known as the college "sophomore slump." Learn 10 ways to snap out of it and get yourself back in gear.

Information on Swine Flu for College Students

The Swine Flu (also known as the H1N1 virus) has hit multiple college campuses so far in 2009 and is expected to continue to do so. While there is a lot of information available about swine flu in general, getting the specifics for your college or university might be a bit of a challenge. Learn more about where to go for information.

8 Steps for Strong Time Management for College Students

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.

15 Tips to Avoid the "Freshman 15"

The infamous "Freshman 15": the rumored fifteen pounds every freshman gains during their first year in college. These fifteen tips, however, provide you with quick and easy ways to make sure you stay healthy as you adjust to eating away from home.

Reduce Stress While in College

Stress is inevitable for anyone attending college. Learn 10 tips to help keep it under control so you can focus on the more enjoyable parts of your college experience!

How to Relax over College Holiday Breaks

College students have intense stress during their academic semester. With all that there is to balance, how's a student to relax and de-stress over a holiday break?

10 Easy Ways to Meet People in College

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.

How to Support a College Friend in Need

Your friend may be having a rough time personally. He may be at a school that shut down due to illnesses or a natural disaster, or she may be facing some serious drama with her family. Learn several ways to support your college friends during the times they need it most.

College Binge Drinking

Information on college binge drinking is everywhere. But what exactly is the definition of "binge drinking" in college?

College Binge Drinking Statistics

Statistics on college binge drinking and its effects.

Religious Life in College

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.

How to Help a Friend with an Eating Disorder

Helping a friend or family member with an eating disorder can be a daunting task. How do you offer help without making the problem worse?

Dating Violence: What You Need to Know

Dating in college is supposed to be fun and exciting. When it proves otherwise, however, learn what you can do to help yourself or a friend.

College Students Found to Super-Size Their Drinks

Think pouring your own drink controls the amount you consume? College students tend to super-size the alcohol in drinks that they pour themselves, making it likely that they are drinking more than they know.

How to Get on Your Parents' Health Insurance

The Affordable Care Act includes a provision that will allow young adults to remain on their parents' health insurance plans until the age of 26....

What to Eat Before a Test in College

Not sure what to eat before a test? In college, the answer becomes even more complicated, as most students are short on money and time. Find 8 cheap, smart, and easy things to eat before a test.

7 Easy Ways to Get Energy Quickly in College

Need to get energy during your time in college? Find 7 easy ways for college students to get energy quickly when you need it most.

How to Exercise in College

Finding time to exercise in college can be a challenge for even the most diligent of students. At the same time, however, being physically active can be an important part of staying healthy during your time in school. Learn how to find the time to exercise in college.

How to Get Enough Sleep in College

Sleep in college can be harder to find than a group project that goes well. Find tips and tricks for getting enough sleep in college.

Tips to Help College Students Sleep

Nearly every college student struggles to get enough sleep. Find 10 tips to help college students sleep.

50 Ways to Destress in College

Need to learn how to destress? Find 50 ways to relax and refocus in college.

What to Do If You Get Sick in College

Being in college is challenging enough, but being sick in college can really throw you for a loop. Learn just what to do if you get sick in college, from a basic flu to something more serious and long-term.

What Can I Use the Student Health Center for?

Most college campuses have a student health center. But just what exactly can -- and can't -- you use a student health center for?

16 College Workouts

College workouts can be a lot like that "supplemental reading" for your classes -- you'd love to do it but just don't have the time. Find 16 ways to work college workouts into your schedule.

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