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Why Top Students Swear by Active Recall (And You Should Too)
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Why Top Students Swear by Active Recall (And You Should Too)

When most students prepare for an exam, they typically go straight to rereading notes, highlighting key points, or skimming through textbooks. It feels productive until test day rolls around and…
October 8, 2025
5 min read
How Journaling Can Improve Your Academic Success
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How Journaling Can Improve Your Academic Success

Most students already carry notebooks everywhere, but one of the most overlooked uses of a notebook is journaling. This is not about keeping a diary or writing pages of personal…
September 25, 2025
3 min read
Building Skills on a Global Stage
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Building Skills on a Global Stage

Finding the right internship can be overwhelming for students who want more than just work experience. Many are searching for opportunities that help them grow, explore new cultures, and build…
August 19, 2025
4 min read
NSCS Member Spotlight: Angel Gipson’s Story of Strength and Community
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NSCS Member Spotlight: Angel Gipson’s Story of Strength and Community

For Angel Gipson, a student at Houston Community College, college was more than an academic path. It was a season of personal transformation shaped by loss, responsibility, and quiet resilience.
July 8, 2025
2 min read
NSCS Member Dwayne Wiggins, Jr. on Growth, Mental Health, and Starting Over
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NSCS Member Dwayne Wiggins, Jr. on Growth, Mental Health, and Starting Over

When NSCS member Dwayne Wiggins, Jr. decided to return to college as an adult in his early thirties, he wasn’t chasing a title or trying to impress anyone. He simply wanted to finish what he had started, for himself.
June 11, 2025
4 min read
Still Haven't Secured a Job? Here's What to Do Now.
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Still Haven't Secured a Job? Here's What to Do Now.

Job Search Anxiety Is Real. But You’re More Ready Than You Think. If you're anything like I was—balancing classes, finals, a part-time job, all while preparing for “the real world”—you’re probably feeling overwhelmed. That’s normal. But here’s the good news: You’re not behind. You’re not underqualified. And you don’t have to go through this alone.
May 13, 2025
7 min read
Her Story in Leadership: Lessons from GEICO Leadership Shared at NSCS ScholarCast
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Her Story in Leadership: Lessons from GEICO Leadership Shared at NSCS ScholarCast

As part of NSCS’s Women’s History Month celebration, members joined an inspiring ScholarCast conversation titled Her Story, sponsored by GEICO. The virtual panel featured four women leaders from GEICO sharing…
May 1, 2025
3 min read
How Saying Yes Can Change Your Life: Scholarship and Leadership Advice for College Students from William A. Keyes IV, PhD
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How Saying Yes Can Change Your Life: Scholarship and Leadership Advice for College Students from William A. Keyes IV, PhD

Trying to figure out how to succeed in college—both inside and outside the classroom? Whether you're applying for scholarships, looking for leadership opportunities, or trying to build your confidence, learning how to say yes could be the key.
April 8, 2025
3 min read
Closing Out the Semester: How NSCS Scholars Stay Focused and Finish Strong
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Closing Out the Semester: How NSCS Scholars Stay Focused and Finish Strong

April marks the final stretch of the semester—and while summer break may be on the horizon, most students are still deep in the work of finishing what they started. For…
March 25, 2025
3 min read
College Student Resume Guide: How First- and Second-Years Can Get Ahead
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College Student Resume Guide: How First- and Second-Years Can Get Ahead

Why Your Resume Matters Early in College A strong college student resume can open doors to internships, scholarships, and leadership roles—even in your first or second year. If you're looking…
March 19, 2025
4 min read
How Career Tests Can Help You Plan for the Future (and How to Take Yours for Free!)
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How Career Tests Can Help You Plan for the Future (and How to Take Yours for Free!)

Choosing a career can feel overwhelming. With so many paths available, how do you know which one is right for you? Should you follow your passion, go for the highest-paying…
February 21, 2025
2 min read
Become a Mentor This Spring: Make a Difference with NSCS
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Become a Mentor This Spring: Make a Difference with NSCS

This spring, NSCS members have the unique opportunity to step into a leadership role that will make a lasting impact. By becoming a mentor through the NSCS Mentor Program, you can guide your peers, share your experiences, and help others achieve their academic and professional goals—all while strengthening your own skills.
January 15, 2025
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