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bigcityideas · 5 months
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This shit makes me horny
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spookypanda04 · 2 months
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*Me looking at FAFSA for this year*
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Artwork belongs to JoJo @linkeduniverse
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whoacanada · 10 months
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Friends, allies, I come to you now with a request. I’m mentoring a young woman applying for scholarships to afford college and there used to be a ton of resource posts floating around tumblr that I can’t seem to locate anymore (or are out of date since I saved them).
Does anyone have current links to posts that compile scholarship opportunities, text book resources, etc? Or links to websites with resources?
I know this is a very broad request, I appreciate all suggestions.
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eliteprepsat · 6 months
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Nowadays, the internet is woven into the fabric of our lives. While there are any number of reasons why we may connect to the world wide web, how often do we use this vast resource specifically for inspiration and education? It’s easy to hop on social media and seek out instant gratification, but what about nourishing your intellect and spirit? Fortunately, there are plenty of opportunities to do so, and in this article we’ll focus on TED Talks designed with students in mind. If you’ve never heard of TED Talks, they are speeches under 18 minutes long defined as one of two things:
Something that’s new and surprising; an idea or invention that your audience has never heard about.
A great basic idea (that your audience has maybe already heard) with a compelling new argument behind it that challenges beliefs and perspectives.
These are great videos to check out at any time of day, perhaps first thing in the morning or when you have a 15-20 minute break. No matter when you watch, I highly recommend the following seven TED Talks that cover a variety of topics that students will find relevant and thought-provoking.
1. What Your Grades Really Mean
We begin with a TED Talk by Eva Ren, who delivered this talk when she was a high school senior. In a hyper-competitive society in which everyone is striving to achieve the best marks, Ren offers insight on why grades aren’t as indicative of success as is commonly thought. Whether you are stressing over your grades or have a perfect GPA, this talk should resonate and give you perspective on your unique role within the learning process. 
2. Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
We tend to think that IQ and talent determine an individual’s success, but Angela Lee Duckworth, Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, explains the science behind what it actually takes to reach success in this quick, yet effective TED Talk. Exploring a relatively unstudied phenomenon, Duckworth makes the case for shifting our perspectives of what it takes to be successful and how we can better prepare students for their own future success. At under six minutes, this talk may be one of the shortest, but it packs 
3. The Secret to Student Success
Building on the concept of grit, Arel Moodie delivers an intensely personal TED Talk that reveals his own struggles as a student, from elementary school through college. The peaks and valleys that characterize any meaningful journey are on full display as Moodie grapples with the realities of growing up in a tough New York neighborhood. Many of the elements in his story will be familiar to students, but he ultimately ties in the lessons learned into a broader message that should be received by all.
4. The Power of Believing That You Can Improve
The previous two TED Talks both incorporate the primary theme of this talk: growth mindset. Carol Dweck, Professor of Psychology at Stanford University, discusses the science behind motivation and reward to explain how all students are capable of improving their abilities. She mentions studies conducted on the brain to support her message while also rooting the science in real-life scenarios to show how students can be helped in practical ways. As one of the pioneering researchers in the field of motivation, Dweck ensures listeners that the power to improve lies within us all.
5. Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator
Procrastination. It has a tendency to get the best of us all. Easy to slip into and difficult to escape, procrastination can derail your greatest intentions. In this TED Talk, Harvard graduate Tim Urban shares an entertaining and insightful take on procrastination and how it can affect even the most well-meaning among us. He introduces a familiar (and hilarious) cast of characters to help frame why we procrastinate and what can be done to procrastinate less. There’s something here for everyone. 
6. The Power of Introverts
Extroverts are all around us. We see them; we hear them; we easily recognize them. There seems to be an emphasis on extroversion in modern society, but what role does introversion have to offer? In this TED Talk, Susan Cain offers a poignant perspective on the power of the inner self. She traces how we have reached a point in today’s culture in which extroversion seems to have more value than introversion and offers historical and personal examples to show why we should strive for more balance between the two.
7. Everyday Leadership
Our final TED Talk deals with the power of connection and how it relates to a type of leadership we all possess but may not acknowledge. Drew Dudley uses an entertaining extended anecdote to introduce the concept of Lollipop Moments, a straightforward and easily applicable technique that can be used to change the world. His story will evoke many laughs, but the overall message contains a dynamic approach to how we understand leadership and the effects it can have on the people around us.
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pentagramstars · 10 months
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PLEASE HELP ME GO TO PRE-COLLEGE
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Hey sorry to bother you guy but some shit went do and I'm a bit scrap for cash. You see in early may I applied and was exepted to a pre college program and the California college of art, but some unexpected experience (bills) came up and now I can pay for it. I know this program is outrageously expensive but I was really looking forward to going (and getting a month away for my abuseser). Please anything helps if you don't have the money I would really help if you shared this where ever you can.
(P.s my abuseser can see it and it has my dead name in the title but what can you do.)
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theyuniversity · 6 months
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If you’re a 12th grader, you’re probably knee-deep in college applications and essays. You probably know this already, but just in case you need a reminder, there are thousands of amazing colleges in the US.
Apply to the Ivy League schools if you’ve been dreaming about them for years, but don’t apply to only them if you’re just chasing after the brand name. Believe it or not, not everyone at Harvard or Yale is happy with their decision. They might have had a much better college experience somewhere else. Everybody is different. Find the best schools for YOU. 🎓  
No matter where you apply, good luck! 🙏
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d3hydratedduck · 8 months
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Your back to school prep is buying school supplies. My back to school prep is buying into my delusions that I am a young, poor, english schoolboy who got into a prestigious academy through merit and scholarships alone but I am actually a really likable person even though I HAVE NO MONEY. But I also have a harem, like super lowkey, though.
We are not the same.
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the-rose-me · 2 years
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Duchess, Jenny Maxwell
1961 - Blue Hawaii
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ssshh-im-a-secret · 10 months
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Me, after reading the required instructions to go through before my advising appointment: That’s great and all, but I didn’t take in ANY of that information.
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misalpav · 1 year
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to anyone taking the psat/sat tomorrow,
good luck and do your best! remember that this number doesn't define you. YOU are so much more than a number out of 1520 or 1600. you are your passions, your aspirations, your smile, and so much more. academics may only be a small part in your life and that's ok <333 take a deep breath now and make sure to get in 8 hours of sleep. not 6 not 7 but 8. go get yourself a good dinner. tomorrow is your day. let's go crush it 💐💞
and sophomores/freshmen taking the psat 8/9/10 I cannot emphasize this more, that test does not matter. don't lose sleep over it. it's literally a practice for the practice sat and literally nobody will ever see that number.
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cloistergardens · 1 year
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some advice I gave an 18yo I’m mentoring today: if you don’t know what you want to do with your career and you definitely don’t know what you want to do in college, I recommend one of two approaches. the work focused approach is to figure out what you think your ideal job would be, then build your education to give you that toolset and you’ll find something you enjoy doing. the other approach, and this is what I recommended more bc I really wish someone had told me this before I started college, pick classes in things you really want to learn that you think will be harder to learn on your own. beginning science labs, writing seminars, niche history classes: if you can, esp at a community college, take all the interesting classes you can and you’ll find your way from there.
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bean-galleria · 1 year
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Someone tell me why tf speed cubing is mentioned three times in CalTech’s “what we look for” page. And rock climbing. Man, the person who wrote this really likes rock climbing.
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joelbrandall1 · 2 years
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What a momentous Thursday! September 15, 2022, is the day on the cover art of my #college #guidebook.
To honor such an occasion, I’m making the ebook FREE for today (Sept. 15) and tomorrow (Sept. 16). There’s no better day to get your free copy! amzn.to/3D7oi3a
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eliteprepsat · 6 months
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College Preparation: Why It's Important, Tips, and Resources
Introduction
Hello everyone! Since I'm heading into starting college for a second time after transferring, I figured I would post a college preparation blog and include some tips and resources.
You might be asking yourself, "Why is college preparation important? Don't they teach you what all you need to know in high school and the early weeks of college?" The short answer is, no, they don't teach you what all you need to know. College preparation is important because it allows you to, of course, be prepared for what's to come, but will also allow you to understand the way college works.
For me, college prep would've helped me tremendously in my first term at Purdue. They through me in blind and a few of the professors would state that the discussion board was one way when it was completely different. Assignments wouldn't be completely laid out and I often had to ask questions on what to do, which was met with a lot of hostility, and I actually lost points for following their directions.
So nobody has to go through that, I decided to write this blog post. I don't want anyone to struggle like I did.
Tips
1. Read the syllabus for the class. This will allow you to see grading policies, grading scales, class policies, instructor policies, and anything else you need to know for that class. In some cases, it'll even allow you to see assignment deadlines and exam dates.
2. Read the rubrics. Always, always, always read the rubrics. Make sure you know what is on the rubrics because that tells you what you need to include in your assignment and what your professor is grading off of.
3. Ask your admissions advisor what writing format the school uses. Going into your classes blindly without knowing the formatting you will have to use for your papers and assignments isn't ideal, especially with most colleges requiring APA formatting. For example, if all you know and understand is MLA because that's what you've always used, being thrown into a class with APA formatting will cause a lot of confusion.
4. Reach out and keep contact with your academic advisor. Your academic advisor can help you with a lot of things. They are there to guide you through your term, semester, school year, or whole degree - depending on how long you're assigned to them for. If you don't know who your assigned academic advisor is or how to contact them, reach out to your student support office.
5. Reach out to your professors before the start of classes. If you have access to your professors' contact information, contact them and introduce yourself. This will begin the foundation for a good relationship with your professor. Keep contact with them, if need be. Ask questions! If you don't understand something, ask your professor!
Resources
If you'd like resources to help you prepare for college, here are some that I've personally used and enjoy.
1. 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades - this book has helped me personally get better grades. It explains how to get amazing grades without spending all of your free time studying.
2. College Prep on Pinterest - yes, I am including Pinterest. They have good posts about scholarships, financial aids, tips, and much more. Yes, you can get lost on it and spend hours scrolling and scrolling, but I highly suggest looking at some of the things on there.
3. U.S. News' 12 Ways to Prepare - this blog has amazing tips for modern day college students. It goes more in-depth as to what I stated and more. It is set up more like a slideshow so be prepared for that when you click on it.
Outro
I wish everyone luck in their college careers and future studies! Thank you for reading!
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