Tag Archives: saving

Tapping Into Mobile Payments

When was the last time you went to the grocery store or gas station and paid in cash? Can you remember when you went to the bank or ATM to make a cash withdrawal? If you are like me, then you use your debit or credit card, or some sort of mobile payment system for all your […]

To Study Abroad Or Volunteer Abroad

For many college students hoping to leave the country at least once before graduation, the initial decision is between a study abroad program and an international volunteer trip. As someone who’s been on both, I’m going to hopefully help clear up some confusion and get you on a plane out of the country sooner. Here […]

5 Ways to Save 5 Minutes (or More!)

  If you are looking to save five minutes in your busy college life, spend a few minutes reading this article and reviewing the additional links. 1. Put your phone away Before starting the process of going to bed for the night, put your phone away five minutes beforehand. Not only will this speed up […]

The 10 Pros & Cons of Owning a Dog in College

Owning any pet is a huge commitment that no one should take on lightly. Many times, people do not consider all of the costs and restrictions that come with owning a pet and I am no exception. I’ve owned dogs my whole life and decided my sophomore year of college to adopt my dog, Kano, […]

8 Basic Tips to Keep More Money in Your Pocket

College educations are valuable, but they’re also expensive to attain. According to researchers, the average college student graduates with approximately $29,000 in debt. Which means that taking the initiative to be financially responsible isn’t a bad idea if it means that it will ultimately save you money later on. Here are 8 basic tips to […]