Distracted driving is an epidemic on America's roadways, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. The agency reports that there were 3,331 fatalities involving a distracted driver in 2011 -- that's up from 3,267 the year before. So, what exactly is...
Moving to college is one of the most exciting milestones of a young adult’s life. It’s a time when great autonomy, self-realization, intellectual refinement and life-long memories can be seen on the horizon of possibilities. After receiving an acceptance letter, all...
As you prepare yourself for the journey of moving to college, you're probably experiencing several different emotions. There are many new adventures that await you as you enter this new phase of life: adulthood. As a college student, you will have the chance to learn...
When you weren’t spending nights studying for seemingly pointless prerequisite classes, you were probably eating Ramen noodles and trying to remember when the last time you did laundry was. Living in the dorms was a unique experience, but now you’re ready to...
Finding a roommate is one of the most important selections you will make in life. Don't believe me? Well, if you’ve never seen the movie The Roommate, here is the gist: sweet college student Sara meets her new college roommate Rebecca as soon as she arrives. At first,...
If you have recently been accepted into a study abroad program, congratulations! You’re about to embark on a wonderful adventure that promises to deliver a stockpile of special memories. Of course, before you can leave, you’re going to have to pack a few things....
It's Saturday, and not only is week is coming to an end, but summer is too! For this week's insiders scoop I found some great articles about Moving, Storage and organization that will help you transition from summer into fall. Moving: Before I get in to fall tips, I...
Go to any mall, super store or department store and one thing is unmistakable: it’s back to school time. That means many kids are walking to their bus stop or riding their bikes to school, and lots of parents are picking up and dropping off their children. Having so...
It seems like the trending topic this week is moving to college. You know it's about that time when you live in a college town and all you see is U-Haul trucks! There are a lot of factors to consider when you're moving to college or moving a family member to college....