Author: Katherine

Katherine received her MFA in Painting from Kendall College of Art and Design. She lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She speaks Thai, French, and Pig Latin. Her right leg is longer than her left.

How to Format a Good Paper

Dec 16, 2011|By: Katherine|Leave a comment
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No matter how well written your paper is, a poorly formatted paper will lose points and possibly flow. While formatting can be a painful part of writing a paper (MLA or APA?! Footnotes or endnotes?!), it’s vital to help your paper make sense and, just as importantly, to give credit where credit is due. Here are a few tips to help you on your path to paper writing greatness: Continue reading “How to Format a Good Paper” »

How to Write A Good Paper

Dec 15, 2011|By: Katherine|Leave a comment
Writing a good paper

1. First, figure out exactly what is expected out of the paper.  Read over the assignment and ask your professor for clarification from your professor if you need it.  Make sure you follow all of the directions! This will prevent false starts and rewrites (and wasting time). 2. Next, brainstorm!  Think about a unique way … Continue reading “How to Write A Good Paper” »

How to Research a Good Paper

Dec 14, 2011|By: Katherine|Leave a comment
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First and foremost, do not use Wikipedia. No, seriously. Unless, of course, you’re writing a paper about the unreliability of the information found on the aforementioned website. If you really want to use the Internet to do research, there are a couple of other options. One is to find reliable websites. For example, if you’re … Continue reading “How to Research a Good Paper” »

Being A Successful Online Student

Oct 21, 2011|By: Katherine|1 Comment
Online Student

Taking online classes is just like taking classes on campus…except where it’s completely different. Either way, there are certain steps you can take to have a successful experience as an online student. Here are a few: Organization Just like attending classes on campus, make sure to keep things organized. Have different colored folders for each … Continue reading “Being A Successful Online Student” »

School Spotlight: Kaplan University

Oct 18, 2011|By: Katherine|Leave a comment
Kaplan University

When hearing the name Kaplan, many might initially associate it with test preparation classes. They wouldn’t be wrong, either, but Kaplan also has a university that is thriving, both online and on-campus. Continue reading “School Spotlight: Kaplan University” »

Advantages of Taking Online Courses

Oct 4, 2011|By: Katherine|Leave a comment
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Today, going to college no longer has to mean relocating, long commutes, or crowded lecture halls. With so many accredited schools offering courses and entire degree programs online, furthering your education can be as simple as turning on your computer and heading to a website. If you’ve been hemming and hawing about taking online courses, … Continue reading “Advantages of Taking Online Courses” »

The Art of Staying Awake During Class

Sep 16, 2011|By: Katherine|Leave a comment
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After all of those parties…er…all-night study sessions, staying awake during class can be almost as challenging as writing a 10-page paper. But there are ways to combat the drowsiness that a 2-hour long lecture can bring on. Obviously, the best way is to cut out the late nights and get some sleep. But if that’s … Continue reading “The Art of Staying Awake During Class” »

Can Doodling Help Improve Your Grades?

Sep 14, 2011|By: Katherine|2 Comments
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We’ve all done it – zoned out in class and drawn pictures or shapes along the edges of our notebooks. Some of those little doodles can actually be pretty good, too. But can they help you raise your grades? With a little practice and the right applications, they probably can! For one thing, your scribbles, … Continue reading “Can Doodling Help Improve Your Grades?” »

Setting Goals For the New School Year

Aug 31, 2011|By: Katherine|Leave a comment
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While the back-to-school ads have been tricking us since July, the time is finally upon us – fall semester is here. No need to panic, a new semester is much like a new year – a chance to start fresh; and with a fresh start comes an opportunity to set goals (or their fancier cousin, … Continue reading “Setting Goals For the New School Year” »

10 Ramen Recipes For Any Time of the Day

Aug 23, 2011|By: Katherine|3 Comments
Ramen

Most college students have to stick to a fairly strict budget, especially when it comes to food. And while eating only Ramen noodles may be the college stand-by, there are ways to spice them up with a few extra ingredients. And the great thing about ramen is how versatile they are – they can be … Continue reading “10 Ramen Recipes For Any Time of the Day” »

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