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I want to take my car to college. I think it may be a distraction from studying. Should I bring my car to campus? Your question has probably been asked by all students at one time or another. One of the best moments for teenagers is getting their license, buying their first car, and enjoying…

Which is better, using a printed text book or digital e-book? This is a question every college student wonders heading off to school. E-books are inexpensive and convenient on your laptop. Text can be quickly searched and there are plenty of apps for note taking and sharing. But do students actually prefer them over traditional…

I am studying construction project management at university. I am from a city with a lot of old houses, and I am thinking about starting a business to rehab and sell them. The city is growing and there are a lot of young people moving in. Since I have the skills to be a general…

When I go home for winter break, I’ll be headed to New Jersey–and into another fight with my parents. I feel very, very strongly about environmental conservation. And I’m not thrilled with the way my parents keep their home. It’s a very comfortable home, don’t get me wrong! In fact, it’s too comfortable. My parents run…

I had a bit of an environmental awakening recently. I’ve always liked nature and the outdoors–I grew up hiking, camping, hunting, and all that. But for all the time I spent in nature, I never thought much about the environment. I like the woods but didn’t think about logging, loved the fresh air but didn’t…

Watching the news recently, I have become distraught over the state of our planet. How can I make my home more environmentally friendly? It’s an unfortunate fact that the actions of our species have a destructive effect on the world around us. Like other species, our species creates homes, eats plants and other animals, and…

If a career in nursing interests you, then you should be excited. Working to save lives and improving patient health is a fantastic job. However, have you thought about the path you will take to get there? Because you can take various paths before becoming a registered nurse (RN), it can be confusing to know…

I’ve worn glasses all of my life, and I’ve never felt great about it. I’m used to them, sure, but I hate the way they make my face look. Other people look great in glasses, which I get, but the sad truth is that people like me–who really need glasses–never look as good, because the…

I have a friend who is an alcoholic. I don’t drink for religious reasons, but my friend–though religious–never used to share my love of sobriety. Now he’s trying to find his way to a better life. I think his faith should be a big part of his journey, but so far, it doesn’t seem to…