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The Freshman 15 Is a Myth - What's the Real Number?

FitSugar — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 17:55:49 PDT

As students settle into their new lives at college, chances are there's plenty of temptation to lead them away from any healthy intentions. That's been the reason why many say students gain the "freshman 15" their first year. But a new study says that's a myth - most students don't gain an extra 15 pounds the first year on campus. So how much weight do college women really gain their first year? Take a guess in our quick quiz!

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Stay Safe on Campus With These 5 Things

SavvySugar — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 05:00:55 PDT

Now that you're well into Fall semester, you're also well aware of the lighter and darker components of campus life. There are plenty of strangers you can trust but some folks are unfortunately, unworthy. Going out of your way to protect your valuables and yourself might seem a little paranoid, but can you really afford to expose you and your most prized possessions to potential danger? If Mom is wondering what to get you for the holidays, she'd be happy to hook you up with one or more of these five things to keep you safe.

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Fitting It In: Real Life Advice on Finding Time to Exercise at College

Leta Shy — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:07:35 PDT

By now, most new college students have had a few weeks to adjust to life on campus, but that doesn't mean they aren't wishing there were more than 24 hours in the day. Between newfound friends, hectic class schedules, and constant studying, it can be hard to remember to make fitness a priority - or just find the time to exercise!

To help us all with the logistic of finding time for fitness, we turned to the authorities on college life: we asked five CollegeCandy writers to share how they keep fit on campus. Read on for their advice on making time for exercise as well as products recommended by them or inspired by their workouts!

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A Royal Graduation Photo Album

Tara Sharp — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 10:03:08 PDT

Last Friday, Princess Beatrice of York graduated from Goldsmiths College in London with an honor bachelor's degree in history and the history of ideas. Beatrice was diagnosed with dyslexia when she was a little girl, but it hasn't kept her from reaching her goals. In a press release, she said, "I have had the most amazing university experience. Goldsmiths College is a wonderful place to study. I am so lucky to have had the support of the incredible tutors and staff. I am so excited about my results. I wish everyone graduating today congratulations as well."

The 23-year-old daughter of divorced parents Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, and Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, is the latest British royal to don the grad cap and gown. Her cousins Prince William and Prince Harry have celebrated finishing their studies in addition to graduating from military academies, and her sister, Princess Eugenie, is up next, as she's currently a student at Newcastle University. See some of the great graduation moments over the years of the royal Brits, including Beatrice, Will, Kate Middleton, and Harry.

Source: Getty, WireImage

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Yes, College Is Worth It: 5 Reminders Why

Bundle — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:17:16 PDT

We're thrilled to present this smart Bundle story here on Savvy!

If I have to read one more argument about why college isn't worth the cost anymore for the available jobs out there today, my head is going to explode.

College is worth it. Yes, I know: Steve Jobs, Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg all dropped out of college and now they are filthy rich. They are a rare breed. They are geniuses who were smart enough to get into schools like Harvard in the first place. If you are smart enough to get into Harvard, but know you can make a billion dollars by working on your tech startup, sure, college isn't worth it. But you can also go to Princeton, graduate, and then start Amazon.com like Jeff Bezos did. Or you can go to college and then get an M.B.A. and start eBay like Meg Whitman.

Need other arguments on why college is worth it? Here's a few more.

Studying the right field pays off

Certain majors have more earning power than others. Engineering majors, for example, learn technical skills that earn them median earnings of $75,000, so going to college to pursue these degrees are well worth it.

If the point of going to college is to get a well-paying job, don't become a psychology major - studies show that psychology alumni don't work in areas that pay a lot of money. Of course, money isn't everything. Students should study what they're passionate about - they just need to be realistic about whether their passions are worth their earning potentials.

Read on for more reasons to go to college.

8 College Courses For Geeks

Kristy Korcz — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 03:17:16 PDT

Think that college is full of boring lectures about areas of study you could care less about? Think again. These eight classes are fully tailored to the modern geek, covering topics like Star Trek, zombies, and even Lady Gaga. Check them out, and even download a few for free now!

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OnSugar Blog: Back-to-School Checklist For College Moms

OnSugar Blog — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:15:32 PDT

Being a mom and a college student means double the work . . . and finances! OnSugar blogger the college mom gives tips on how moms can juggle their mommy and student duties when they are enrolled in school.

Even traditional aged students get the jitters when it comes to back to school time. So if it's been awhile since you've been in the classroom, you're certainly entitled to be a bit nervous. While going back to school as a parent with home, work or family obligations can be a bit scary, some pre-planning can help you to feel a bit more ready and confident about your new educational path.

Get Your Finances in Order

Money's tight for many of us these days. Be sure you have your financial aid in order before starting back to school. Though it is possible to find last-minute financial assistance, you'll be more likely to qualify for everything you're entitled to if you begin the process early. Whether you qualify for loans, grants or scholarships, you'll feel much better knowing the bulk of your education costs are taken care of. If you could still use a little cash in your pocket, check to see if your campus has any part-time jobs for students or work-study programs, These are often convenient ways to make some money.

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5 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before College

Lizzie Fuhr — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:35:54 PDT

It's already August, and that means it's nearly time to go back to school. I can't help but get a little nostalgic, and slightly jealous, about all the incoming freshmen who will land on campus for the first time and embark on some of the best times of their lives.

I'm sure you'll remember being inundated with a ton of information, thrown at you from left and right from family, friends, and practically any stranger who heard you're heading off to college. And it all culminates into the craziest combination of anxiety and excitement. If you're on the cusp of college, be sure to take in all of it the best you can. You never know what piece of advice your crazy aunt will give you that will make the transition a little smoother.

Or maybe you're the one dishing out the advice to your scholarly loved ones. Either way, here are five things we wish someone had told us - or rather, wish we had listened to - before we left for college. Just keep reading.

College Students Paying Off School Debts With Sex

Tara Sharp — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:10:00 PDT

Most college grads (myself included) decided the value of higher education was worth the load of debt we'll be carrying around with us for the next five, 10, or maybe more years to come. But what if you couldn't afford college? Would you take extreme measures, even exchange sex for money, if it meant obtaining your degree debt-free? Sadly, many young women are doing just that, as a rising number of female college students are using sugar daddy dating sites to pay off school loans.

Websites like Seeking Arrangement pair up financially strapped young women with older rich men looking for sex and companionship, and business has been booming, especially with coeds looking to pay off student loans. The site's founder estimates of the approximately 800,000 members, 35 percent are students. And once the sites discovered this niche, they began targeting and shaping their sites around desperate, debt-ridden female college students, positioning their ads on search engines when you type in phrases like "tuition help" or "financial aid" and allowing members with .edu emails upgraded membership for free.

There are countless reasons I find this trend sad and disturbing. All parties involved, but mainly the girls and the "dating" sites, refuse to call the situation what it is: prostitution. While they dance around the term by saying it's for companionship and the girls aren't the typical drug-addled, poverty-stricken stereotype, the bottom line is these young women are trading sex for money. And I don't believe the ends justify the means. The permanent psychological damage these arrangements cause from lying to their families and friends and having sex with random men is bad enough, but on top of that these young women will have to get used to real-world jobs after school that pay much less, lie to future employers about the gaps on their résumés, and worry about running into the men they've been with in professional or personal circles down the road.

If these women put the amount of time, dedication, and effort they put looking for wealthy "benefactors" into legitimate jobs, I'm sure many of them could find a responsible way to pay for school. It may not be Harvard, but we don't all get to go to Harvard. Swapping sex for tuition money seems like a misguided easy-way-out solution, when there are other viable, less-damaging ways to get a degree. What do you think of all this?

Classy Ladies: 20 Actresses Who Are College Grads

TresSugar — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:24:31 PDT

School's out for Summer. As kids and college students alike enjoy sun-kissed freedom, these famous women may reminisce about their school days. A chance to be normal is a common reason for celebs to put their careers aside and start college. What's not the norm? Graduating. Check out these 20 actresses who have.

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