In the ever changing environment of college life, I have found that achieving effective organization and automation can make a significant difference in productivity. Balancing academic responsibilities, extracurricular activities, and social life requires a strategic approach. Here are some practical tips on how to enhance your college experience through organization and automation. 1.) Digital Calendars […]
Surviving the Winter Session: Tips and Tricks for Winter Courses
While many individuals may think that a course taken during the Winter Semester is like “any other college course” during the Fall or Spring Semester, they are actually extremely incorrect. Winter Semester Courses are a series of smaller courses, typically online/hybrid and optional for students to take, that range from about two to three weeks […]
Parking Like A Pro
If there were a list of things that are stressful when it comes to commuting to college, parking would surely be at the top of the list. The main reasons for the stress that parking causes college students across the United States has to do with the time it takes to park, finding parking spots […]
Kirsten’s College Experience
Moving from Memphis Hello Scarlet Raptors! It’s Raptor Ambassador I am a first-year student at Rutgers University-Camden from Memphis, Tennessee who is Majoring in Social Work and Minoring in Musical Theater. After completing my first semester here, I can say I’ve had a great experience so far. This July, I made the move from my […]
Why You Should Take a Winter Class
As winter break approaches, many students may find themselves considering applying fora winter course. Winter courses typically have a condensed schedule, allowing students to divedeep into a subject without the distraction of multiple classes over a prolonged period. Thisaccelerated learning approach can be incredibly beneficial for those who prefer to learn in morefocused environments. By […]
The Honors College Experience
At Rutgers-Camden a lot of educational opportunities are provided to each and every student, and upon admission, every single student is considered for Rutgers-Camden’s Honors College. The Rutgers-Camden Honors College is organized to gather the strongest academic students within our institution with the goals of supporting these students’ academic achievement, encouraging engagement with the communities […]
Tips for Budgeting in College
We all know first hand how difficult it can be to manage money while in college. A budget plan is a helpful tool that helps you track how much money you make and how much money you’re spending. Budget plans are also a helpful way to plan out how you want to save money, whether […]
Navigating Group Work
Group work is an integral part of the college experience. Whether you’re collaborating on a research project, participating in a group presentation, or working on a team assignment, the ability to work effectively in groups is a skill that will serve you well throughout your academic and professional journey. However, it’s no secret that group […]
Managing Nursing School
As a second-year Nursing student here at Rutgers-Camden, I definitely know more than I did prior to starting my course of study and moving to campus. Before coming to campus, I had the opportunity to meet other members of the Nursing program and we formed friendships that have helped us stay focused and anchored during […]
Advice to New Students
Hi everyone, my name is Abhi Kaneria and much like you all, I will be graduating soon!! I know that graduation, whether it be a high school or a college one, is a bittersweet moment in everyone’s life. The people you meet during high school, the friendships, the memories, and all the hard work to […]