Editor: Symantha Dickens

Avoiding Freshmen 15!

Oh, tuition. Some consider it a nasty
word and rightfully so. Its expensive and
can hang over a students head throughout
college and for years to come.
But there are ways to save on tuition you
just need to become savvy about it. It takes
time and effort, but when youre talking
about that much money, its more than likely
worth what you put into it.
Here are some simple ways to save money on
college tuition:
1.Apply for Scholarships and Grants
Since youre on Fastweb, thats half the
battle! Now you just need to apply for as
many scholarships as possible.
Remember, the trick with scholarships is, the
more you apply for, the more likely you are
to win one!
There are millions of scholarships available
and, no matter what type of student you
are, there are scholarships out there for
you! You just need to take advantage of the
opportunities provided and keep applying.
2.Summer Enrollment
If you enroll in summer courses each year, the
length of time youre in college will decrease.
Also, youre more likely to graduate within
four years, which many college students are
not able to do. This certainly saves money in
the long run!
Depending on the college, summer courses
are often cheaper than those in the fall and
spring semesters.
3.Take More This may not sound like it will
save you money, but if you take the maximum
amount of credits each semester, youll be
sure to graduate on time, if not earlier.
4.Financial Aid
Ever heard of the FAFSA? If you havent, the
acronym stands for the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid.
5.Work-Study Programs
Many students dont realize that they qualify
for work-study. Actually, most do. Begin the
process of fnding out if you qualify by flling
out the FAFSA form and meet with a college
fnancial advisor to go over your options.
the temptation to spend your earnings on
frivolous items.
Tuition Saving Tips
When Leanne Weinshenker came
home after her frst year at Northwestern
University, she was aghast when she
couldnt zip up the dress she kept for formal
family gatherings.
I was aware that Id put on some weight,
but I had no idea how much until I went to
put on a dress Id worn multiple times, and
it was nowhere close to getting zipped up,
she said.
Freshman 15 the added weight that an
average 18-year-old packs on within a few
months of leaving the family home for a
college dorm or frst apartment might be
a trope, but its also a real risk.
Its something that quietly happens, a subtle
change in lifestyle, when kids who play on
a team or have structured exercise in high
school suddenly dont have daily exercise as
part of their lives, said Childrens Hospital
adolescent medicine physician Amy Sass.
The Freshman 15, if it happens, happens
pretty quickly, within that frst semester.
The kids might not really be aware of
it until they go home for Thanksgiving
or winter break, and people say, Wow!
What happened?Alcohol alone can
contribute most of the dreaded Freshman
15. Yes, underage drinking is illegal, but its
pervasive on and off campus. Often young
adults dont realize how many calories are
in the drinks theyre throwing back.Alcohol
is high in empty calories, and for many
students, drinking is something theyre
defnitely engaging in, especially binge
drinking, Sass said.
Im not sure if students do the math for
how many calories are in a beer.
Dont eat when youre stressed, studying or
watching TV
Try not to skip meals, especially breakfast
Establish a regular meal schedule, and
include a fruit and vegetable with your
main course
Resist the temptation for extra helpings
Stock healthy snacks (baby carrots, fresh
fruit, nuts, yogurt) in your dorm refrigerator
At parties, be conscious of how much
alcohol you consume, and drink one or
two nonalcoholic drinks for each alcoholic
drink
Choose lower-fat options (skim or 1
percent milk, light salad dressing instead
of full-fat) when possible
Beer (regular, 12 ounces): 150 to 190
calories Margarita (2 ounces tequila, 2
ounces margarita mix, 1 ounce triple sec,
lime juice, 1 teaspoon sugar): 550 calories
Mudslide (1.5 ounces coffee liqueur, 1.5
ounces Irish cream, 1.5 ounces vodka): 417
calories
Long Island Iced Tea (1 ounce each of
vodka, gin, rum, tequila and triple sec,
2 ounces sour mix, splash of cola): 380
calories
White Russian (1.5 ounces vodka, 1.5
ounces coffee liqueur, 1.5 ounces cream):
320 calories
Pia Colada (1.5 ounces rum, 1.5 ounces
coconut cream, 3 ounces pineapple juice):
293 calories.
Augest 2014
Freshmen Times
Balancing Work and School
4 Ways To Save Money While in College
Greek Life and its Benifts
85% of Fortune 500 executives were
part of Greek life. The frst female astronaut
was Greek. So was the frst female senator.
And college graduation rates are 20% higher
among Greeks than non-Greeks. Which
begs an obvious question: Does being in a
fraternity or sorority increase your chance
for success? Nine million college students
are members of a Greek organization
and whether they join to make friends, to
build their resumes, to go to parties or to
learn leadership skills, they each have an
incentive to change some aspect of their
life A common deterrent for joining are the
sometimes-negative stereotypes associated
with Greek life.
Fraternities and sororities are often
associated with hazing, drinking and
partying. Since 1975, there has been at least
one hazing-induced death per year across
college campuses and 82% of these
have come as a result of binge drinking.
But hazing scandals make headlines
and fundraisers and philanthropy events
generally do not. Historically, partying was
not the reason to commit to Greek life. In
the 1820s, less than 1% of white males
went to liberal arts colleges and universities
primarily trained their students to become
ministers. Fraternities were often referred
to as secret societies. As these societies
quickly spread to other campuses and
the frst sorority emerged in 1831, Greek
organizations consisted of a network of
supporters, with brothers and sisters vowing
each others loyalty to the death. Although
Greek life has changed over time, students
who take their membership seriously are
still equipped with skills that can be used in
their future careers.
D a v i d S t o l l m a n , c o - f o u n d e r o f
CAMPUSSPEAK, said that Greek
organizations can help students improve
their leadership and interpersonal skil
What makes Greek life rewarding is that
members are given the unique opportunity
to interact with and lead their peers.
Sometimes members who dont get along
are forced to work together skills that
are vital in the post-college work force.
You get the opportunity to fail miserably
and have brothers and sisters that love you
and care for you pick you up and dust you
off and challenge you to do it again,
Unfortunately we all know people that
wear letters and arent interested in the
right kind of membership, Stollman said.
And at the end of the day, its up to the
students to defne their reputations.
Balancing work, school, and other
aspects of your life may seem like a juggling
act, and you may feel it is only a matter of
time before you drop one or your life spins
out of control. School is important because
your college degree is the key to a better
future and fnancial stability. As a college
student you may frequently have to work as
well, because college is not cheap; plus, you
have living expenses. You also want some
time to enjoy life and social experiences.
This may seem diffcult or even impossible,
but with some tips, planning, and discipline
you can balance all of these aspects so that
you get ahead without turning into a recluse.
The frst tip is to remember the word
balance. Try to make time for all three
aspects each day and week. If you keep your
nose to the books all the time eventually
you may burn out, and the same is true with
work. Everyone needs down time, to relax,
socialize, and just enjoy life. You cannot
go through life only doing what you want,
either, such as neglecting your job and
college studies just to be the party animal on
campus.
A large desk planner can be ideal for this
step. Write in all of your work hours for the
week. Next write in your college classes on
the schedule, as well as any appointments or
other priorities.alance between your school,
work, and life needs you must allow enough
time for each component. You will also need
to be self-disciplined. When the warm spring
days hit, studying in your dorm room is not
as fun as being outside. If you need a break,
then take it, but do so knowing that when
you come back you must fnish studying and
working on your schoolwork.
College students who miss numerous
classes or who are chronically unprepared
will not usually be successful, in college
or in life. Students who study and work
during their entire college years miss out on
valuable social experiences and networking
opportunities. successful in your studies and
employment while still having a life at the
same time.
This is number one on our list for a
reason. Its easy to let money fritter away.
A nightclub covee spending each month and
where you can cut back is one of the most
fundamental fnancial lessons youll learn
while in college. This worksheet will help
you brainstorm your expenses while Mint.
com can track your spending.
1. Rule the School
Aside from tuition, room and board are
going to be your next biggest expense. At
some schools, room and board costs even
more than tuition. Hey, theyve got to pay for
those ungodly expensive dorms somehow.
Students who work as Resident Advisors
frequently get free or signifcantly
r e d u c e d room and board in
exchange for their work.
Considering
that the a v e r a g e
ful l -t i me s t u d e n t
attending an in-state
p u b l i c school pays
$ 8 , 5 3 5 per year
in room and board
according to The College Board, working as
an RA can be one of the most lucrative gigs
on campus.
2. Recycle
It happens every yearunwitting freshmen
buy hundreds of dollars worth of text books
then virtually cry at the end of the semester
when theyre worthless. Watch the faces of
students in line at the book store. The ones
who look devastated are those who havent
fgured out that textbooks are expensive as
heck and get sold back for pennies on the
dollar.
The College Board reports that the average
student pays $1,137 for books and supplies
every year, but you can check the same
books out of your library for free. If the
campus library isnt an option, sites like
eCampus, Chegg, and CollegeBook Renter
will rent you books for a semester while
sharing with a friend can cut the cost of
buying books in half.
3. Shack Up
Threes a crowd right? Come and knock
on our door. Students who live with more
roommates in dorms equipped with fewer
4. Cook It Up
College is all about learning about self-
discovery, whether its in a mind-blowing
anthropology class, linebacker who lives
down the hall. (And scholarship money
pays for his eats anyway.)