• Improve Your English Communication Skills: A Guide for ESL Learners

    Improve Your English Communication Skills: A Guide for ESL Learners

    Having lived in Spain, I understand the importance of communicating efficiently. Learning to hone a second language was rewarding, but it was also challenging at times. Even though I studied a fair amount of Spanish vocabulary, I still spent endless hours trying to strike up conversations with my roommates and friends; at the same time,…

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  • Starting Strong: A Guide to Setting and Reaching Your New Year’s Goals

    Starting Strong: A Guide to Setting and Reaching Your New Year’s Goals

    Happy New Year, everyone! 2020 was a year of turbulence and uncertainty; however, it was also a year that taught us the importance of staying strong, being thankful, and remaining optimistic. With the new year comes a wealth of opportunities to start anew. It is, therefore, the perfect time to set new goals that you…

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  • Recommended Books about School Life

    Recommended Books about School Life

    The holidays are fast approaching and though you might still have homework or assignments to do, reading a good book (or two) over the break can help you unwind and stay inspired. Many books nowadays talk about the various challenges a person might face during their years in school. These types of books can be…

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  • Applying to University or College? Don’t Forget to Consider These Essential Factors

    Applying to University or College? Don’t Forget to Consider These Essential Factors

    As we come to the end of the semester, many high school students have already applied or are in the process of attending virtual events and tours with prospective colleges or universities of their choice. With the application deadline in January, it’s important to think about your choices and weigh your options, and think about…

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  • Study Smarter, Not Harder: Proven Habits and Techniques for Academic Achievement

    Study Smarter, Not Harder: Proven Habits and Techniques for Academic Achievement

    Whether you’re studying for a test or simply want to improve your study skills, it’s important to remember to study smarter, not harder. All of the effort you put into studying will be wasted if you don’t have effective strategies in place. Below are some dependable strategies used by students of all ages. Once you…

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