The Matric’s Pass or Fail System: Is It Time for a Change?

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With November coming up, many students around South Africa are preparing for one of the biggest tests of their life: the Matric. We call it the Matric in South Africa, but senior secondary school exams are present worldwide, just with different names. That said, it’s still a huge deal for senior high school students, regardless of what it’s called. And … Read More

The Best Ways to Spend Your September in South Africa!

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It’s easy to take your home for granted. So, when September comes along in South Africa and the temperature slowly starts to rise, it can be annoying for many people. But if you take a look at the bigger picture, we’re all lucky to be able to experience September in South Africa. September is seen as one of the best … Read More

Millennials And Marriage: Changing Attitudes And Expanding Timelines

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Graduate, land a job, get married, buy a house, a car, and then start popping out kids. It’s the American dream. Or, at least, it was. Personal goals and values have changed. Today young people are staying in school longer, leasing and renting more often and, perhaps most poignantly, fewer and fewer are getting married. Are declining and delayed marriage … Read More

Student Money Savers and the Time Toll

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It’s no myth. When we read about students portrayed as penny-pinching, resourceful youth, we know it’s true because every one who has studied has lived that reality of campus life! In the limbo between university studies, volunteer experiences, internships and paid work, students frequently find themselves imagining new ways to be thrifty and efficient with their time and money. Here … Read More

Living that Long Distance Life

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Whether you’re going to school in another city, or just in the nearest town, moving away from the support system of friends and family requires exploring new ways to stay in touch. To keep up meaningful relationships, it helps to understand your communication style and others and make a plan. 1. Figure out your preference for keeping in touch Some … Read More

How to Make the Most of an Internship

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Internships are extremely important for landing a great job after school. But if you’re just picking up coffee and getting the assistant’s dry cleaning, it’s easy to get bogged down. Even if your internship is less than ideal, you can still make the most of it. Here’s how to ensure you finish your position feeling confident and ready to move … Read More

Why a Morning Routine Can Be A Game-Changer For Students

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Your morning routine sets the tone for the day. If you want yours to be happier, healthier, more productive, and more satisfying, making some changes to your morning routine could help you do that. So why is switching from “waking up and scrolling Instagram for an hour” so much better to starting your day with journaling, exercising, or reading? Many … Read More

How to Save Money on Grocery Shopping

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One of the best ways to ensure you have money left over for fun activities is to stick to a grocery shopping budget. But when you’re wandering the aisles, it’s easy to get to the checkout with boxes of cookies, exotic fruits, and bags of chips you had no intention of buying. Instead, follow these tips to save money on … Read More

What Every Student Should Have In Their Tool-Kit

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While this could be about the metaphorical “tool-kit” students should have that’s full of imagination and hard work, this is about actual tools. Because in the life of a busy student, non-academic emergencies can catch you by surprise even more so than a forgotten exam. Like hammers and plungers. Even though you’re renting your space, it’s important to be prepared. … Read More