When applying for jobs, cover letters are just as important, if not more important than your resume. They let the employer know exactly the position you are seeking and give you the opportunity to expand on your resume and skills. Cover letters highlight the experience you have that is most pertin...

It's ok to feel homesick after the excitement of going away to school has worn off.  Often you are homesick before you even leave for school but it is masked as nerves or anxiety.  Being homesick does not make you a baby or any less than the students that are not experiencing h...

College is a time to try new things and broaden your horizons.  A way to do this is to get involved with on-campus activities.  College campuses across the nation offer a wide range of activities to attract even the shyest person.   Here are a few of the basic activities that y...

Things to accomplish before you start your internship search:      Complete your resume and have at least 3 people proof read it. Also have it printed on quality resume paper to give to companies. Decide on the exact details of the internship you are looking for: ...

If you are viewing this page then you have somehow stumbled to Student Hacker dot com, which is the latest and greatest new college help site!  Student Hacker is a site that employs college bloggers that are adamant about making  the lives of students easier.    The S...

Many students in search of the perfect college often seek a name rather than an overall experience. Especially when taking advice from others, often the schools with the biggest reputations will be the most sought-after. But, really, can a student know what school is best for them based on the nam...