Summer Melt: Transition to College
By: Gigi Graves
From Passion to Practice: Exploring Careers Based on your Values and Ideal Lifestyle
Imagine waking up every day and springing out of bed because you are excited about what the workday ahead will bring. Picture knowing that in your career, each day is another opportunity to impact the world or your community in a way that is meaningful to you. This mindset of daily fulfillment is possible, but …
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The 3 Types of Mentors You Need in College
Author: Da’Ishah Collie, M.S.Ed. Do you remember your Take Stock in Children mentor’s impact on your high school experience? Your mentor is likely just a phone call away if you need anything now in your collegiate journey. Mentors matter and they play a critical role in your overall success in life. They provide support, motivation, …
Transferable Skills
No matter where your career leads you, you will develop a set of transferrable abilities that you can utilize all along the way. Transferable talents are traits you either consciously or unconsciously pick up over your professional encounters. Your transferable talents are frequently built by success in challenges outside of your training. In general, your …
Finishing the Semester Strong
Author: Dr. Grimmage We are all aware of how difficult final exams can be and that they are just around the corner. The majority of us hate this period of the semester, inducing worry, doubt, and anxiety within ourselves. However, these tests can also serve as a reflection of how much effort and preparation you …
Overcoming College Burnout
Author: Da’Ishah Collie, M.S.Ed. College life is full of exciting opportunities and moments, but some days we may find ourselveslacking the motivation or energy to get through the day. If you often find yourself looking atyour daily to-do lists and feeling mentally drained, you may be experiencing “college burnout.”Knowing the signs of college burnout and …
College Budgeting 101
Written by: Jeremy Jones Budgeting seems to be the last responsibility on many students’ to-do lists when it comes to attending your college or university. Just remember that the Take Stock in College team is here to help guide you in using budgeting as a crucial tool in your postsecondary journey to degree attainment. And …
3 Key Tips for Adjusting to College Life
Written by: Da’Ishah Collie, M.S.Ed. Pause for a second and observe your surroundings. You’re experiencing the moments you spent your entire high school career working hard for and dreaming about. Some adjustments to your daily routine can be necessary whether you are entering college for the first time or beginning a new semester. You have …
What is a Syllabus & Why is it Important?
A syllabus outlines the course requirements, class policies, and due dates. It also includes information on the weekly schedule, grading procedures, and compulsory reading. Your edge in class will come from carefully reading the syllabus. What Is a Syllabus in College? A course syllabus serves as a general overview and course schedule for college courses. …
Relationship Circles
By: Carrie Garcia Sometimes college can be a scary transition in your life, especially if you go away to school. It may be the first time you are on your own, the first time away from home, and maybe even the first time out of your city! It can be a lot of change at …
The Importance of College Orientation
Many of you have begun your college careers; congratulations! You must first attend orientation, though. Are the stories that orientation is horrifying and devastating true? Absolutely not! However, I can offer suggestions on making the most of it and what to expect. Orientation may be thrilling but sometimes intimidating. Your first experience with college life …
TSIC Florida Prepaid Project STARS Scholarship FAQ
What are the most important things for me to know about my scholarships? 1. Your home Take Stock affiliate owns the Florida Prepaid scholarship you are using. As the beneficiary/user of the scholarship, you should check in regularly with your local Take Stock affiliate. 2. Your Take Stock in Children Scholarship was purchased through the …
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