You have approximately 113 standardized tests to take before you graduate high school. That’s not even counting your pop quizzes, AP classes, or college entrance exams. Everyone thinks they have a few magical test-taking strategies up their sleeve (socks inside out, lucky undies, answers written on the inside of - wait, no!) Find out whether the strategies you…
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According to many, I’ve crossed the final threshold into adulthood. On February 14, I turned 21. For many people this means trips to Vegas, wineries, and (if you live on Capitol Hill in Seattle) a "21 Run" which consists of a parade through a minimum of five bars the night of your birthday. For me,…
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Living a gluten-free life is tough enough - no fluffy, flaky pastries, no thick pizza crusts, and definitely no sandwiches. But being gluten-free (or having any other dietary restrictions) on a university campus can be a whole new level of tough. When all of your friends are hungry from studying at 1:00 am and want…
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*BEEP* *BEEP* *BEEEEEEEEP* Ah... the charming chime of your 6am alarm clock, making sure you are on your way to first period, or your 7:30am chem class (what were you thinking in scheduling that!?). Perhaps your mornings would be a little less grouchy if you were on your way to study the science of Hogwarts…
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Winter is the cruelest of quarters. One day you're making merry and ringing in the new year, the next you're expected to have read all of your coursework and to bounce back to student life with the youth and agility of, well, a student... If you feel the winter quarter sads, try these quick tips…
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1. Find an "Accountabilibuddy" If you've been reading eNotes study tips for a while now you'll already know the importance of making flash cards and creating a study schedule in time for finals week, so here's a new tip for you. Make a pact with a friend to be accountabilibuddies; you will agree to check…
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We're excited to announce that eNotes students are now able to redeem their eNotes points for real life rewards! Become an eNotes TA to turn your eNotes points into gift cards to your favorite shops. We have just posted a number of gift cards to various shops, including Starbucks, Amazon, Target, and more, on our…
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Happy college app month! Your college application essay isn't the sole determiner of where you go to school, but it should live up to the rest of your stellar qualifications. Read our following tips to turn in the best essay you can, and good luck! 1. Be you. This may seem obvious, but a college application…
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