The following recipe is excerpted from The College Cookbook: 100+ Fast, Fresh, Easy & Cheap Recipes published by Weldon Owen. With the frigid winter months here, we're naturally longing for all things warm and cozy. Are you right there with us? If so, we've dug up the perfect winter recipe to curl up to after a long day. Check out this butternut squash and apple soup recipe from The College Cookbook!  This soup is a good one to stretch into Read More…

We can't think of anything cozier than curling up indoors with a good book on a cold winter day. If you're on the same page as us, take a look at the books we suggest adding to your winter reading list.   1. Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty From the author of Big Little Lies, Nine Perfect Strangers is a thrilling page-turner. Set at the luxury Tranquillum House health resort, drama unfolds as the guests begin wondering if there is something unsavory Read More…

It's the holiday season, so there's no better time to start feeling charitable. Take part in the season of giving and check out some of our favorite ways to give back below! Volunteer with a local non-profit. Where better to start giving back than in your own neighborhood? Maybe you have a knack for mentoring kids, or are passionate about helping animals. Either way, put your strengths and passions to good use this holiday season. Check with the non-profits in your community to Read More…

There's no way to sugarcoat it...the thought of preparing for final exams is enough to send anyone hiding under their covers. Well, you can't avoid finals week forever, so sit back as we list off a few painless ways you can start prepping. 1. Get a study group together. Any excuse to meet up with friends definitely takes the sting out of studying for finals. At the end of the day, you're all in this together. Another perk? When you commit to meeting Read More…

Thankfulness is currently in season! But wouldn't you agree that you should show gratitude outside of the Thanksgiving dinner table? Sharing your gratefulness over dinner with family is great, but here are some other ways you can start showing you're thankful. 1. Share compliments. The best compliments go deeper than, "I like your hair." (Although don't hold back if that's what's on your mind!) Think of compliments that showcase what you're actually thankful for, such as "I love how you always Read More…

It's officially the holiday season, and all we can think about are the warm, decadent baked goods that come along with it. The problem? When your kitchen only consists of a mini fridge and a microwave, it's a little bit harder to indulge. That's why we're bringing the holiday season right to your dorm room with these festive mug recipes -- No oven required! Pumpkin Pie Mug Cake Can't go wrong with this classic! What are the holidays without a Read More…

In just the blink of an eye, it's already time to start thinking about the end of the semester. Can you believe it? But before you completely check out and set your mind to "winter vacation mode," take a look at some of the tasks you need to tackle first. 1. Visit your academic adviser. Your academic adviser is one of your most valuable resources on campus -- and you should pay them a visit at least once per term! Read More…

Brought to You by our Partners at College Ave Student Loans It's a well-known fact that one of the best ways to save more is to spend less. Unfortunately, that's often much easier said than done! However, you might already have a few easy places where you can cut back on how much money you're putting out. To help you figure out how to save money on expenses, our partners at College Ave Student Loans pulled together a few different places that you Read More…

You just sat down to write a huge essay. The due date is approaching, so you know you've got to dive into this paper now. You formulate the header: name, date, class, etc...and then that's where it stops. As prepared as you are, your mind just isn't spitting out the sentences you need. The next time you're plagued with this writer's block, keep these five tricks in mind! 1. Create an outline. Sometimes the hardest part about writing a paper is just figuring out how Read More…

With the midterm elections here, you might be asking yourself, "Why vote?" Student voters have the power to make a difference, but it's up to them to show up to the polls. Unfortunately, many young citizens skip out on this important right simply because of a few minor challenges, such as going to school in a different state or just misunderstanding the importance of a non-presidential election. Why should I vote in the midterm elections? The midterm elections are held every four Read More…