Tag Archives: first-year tips

Local Student Discounts

Reducing personal costs is tough for anyone, but especially students! There are many retail stores, food chains, and other businesses like entertainment and transportation, that recognize this continuous effort and they do their best to help out by offering some sort of compensation for students only.   Here are just a few local and worldwide […]

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Tips on Saving for Spring Break

Hello, Pointers! With spring break is just around the corner, I’ve put together some tips and tricks that will help you plan for a week-long getaway. Who knew saving for a trip to a warm vacation spot could be so easy? Read below to find out how you can plan and budget!   1. Save […]

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Upcoming Centertainment Events

Spring semester has officially started and students are getting back into gear! Some of us wake up to the first beep of our alarm clocks and some of us go through snooze a couple of times. Regardless of how you’re transitioning into this new semester, we all need a little motivation to get through.   […]

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Apps Every College Student Needs

RefMe-Free-Android/iOS/Web The worst part of any paper is making the references page. It does not have to be as hard as it seems. This nifty app uses your phone’s camera to scan a book’s barcode and create a citation formatted in MLA, Chicago, or whatever format your class uses. Talk about a life saving app. […]

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Best Shows on Netflix For Your Next Study Break

1. “Stranger Things” Thrilling…yet not scary. “Stranger Things” is a must watch for those who love films inspired by the 80s, Winona Ryder, or incredibly talented 13-year-old actors. Easily one of the most “binge-able” series due to the suspense and relationships formed with the characters.   2. “Grey’s Anatomy” This show taught me more than […]

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