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10 Scholarships for College that Sound Unbelievable

Scholarships for College that Sound Unbelievable

If you’ve always thought that scholarships are only for top students, we have good news! Plenty of organizations are ready to offer scholarships based on a range of criteria which are not top grades or best athletic achievements. Are you a redhead? Have a superpower? Prefer to sunbathe naked? There’s a scholarship you can apply to!

In this article, we’ve collected 10 unusual scholarships you may have never heard of. It’s both weird and cool to know that there’re options to support your studies other than getting the best GPA, being the most socially active person at school, or being the fastest runner/toughest baseball player. So, here we go.

10 Best Books on Parenting

Book lists By Olivia Smith June 5, 2023 Last Updated on October 3, 2023 by Olivia Smith Tags: book list, books on parenting, top 10 list No Comments

Books on Parenting

They say all jobs have their good and tough days. We enjoy the good days but pray for the tough times to roll by quickly. An example of such a job with a rollercoaster of events is the job of parenting.

Bringing a child into this world is already hard enough, but nurturing that child into the model person society needs is just as demanding. It gets tougher for new parents because they’re stepping into a new territory unprepared.

How to Declutter Books: The Reader’s Guide on Rebuilding Your Space

All about books, Green tips By Julienne Nova June 1, 2023 Last Updated on May 21, 2024 by Abigail White Tags: decluttering, decluttering books, donate books, recycle books No Comments

how to declutter books
For avid readers, there are few things that are more satisfying than a shelf filled to the brim with well-organized books. We love to alphabetize the stacks in our own homes, picking the perfect book for the evening, with a special joy reserved for adding a new title to these collections. Unfortunately, these bookshelves don’t tend to stay well-organized for long…

Sure, a huge in-home library can be a wonderful thing, but for those living in small spaces or are overwhelmed by an overflowing mess, paring down your piles may be the best option.

10 Best Stoic Books To Read In 2025

Book lists By Olivia Smith May 29, 2023 Last Updated on January 10, 2025 by Abigail White Tags: stoic books, top 10 list No Comments

best stoic books

Every day comes with its set of challenges. From getting stepped on in the subway to having someone cut in line after waiting all day, we all face frustrating moments now and then. And as time goes on, you get tired of reacting negatively to these events. So, how then do you handle such scenarios?

Rather than respond to all annoying situations with a raging tantrum, it’s possible to remain calm. Instead of throwing a fit when someone cuts in front of you, you could decide to handle it in a cool manner. So, how do you do that? It’s time we talked about the philosophy of stoicism.

Best How-To Survival Books

Book lists By Olivia Smith May 26, 2023 Last Updated on September 28, 2023 by Olivia Smith Tags: buy books, how to survival books, top 10 list No Comments

best how-to survival books

As Benjamin Franklin famously said, “by failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.”

While our everyday life lures us into the comforting sense of security derived from routine, there is relief in basic survival knowledge. Primal information that has helped generations thrive is always worth learning.

Whether you are a camping enthusiast or wish to be prepared for worst-case scenarios, how-to survival books are the best way to gather quintessential outdoor knowledge and skills.

Best Children’s Books Of All Time

Book lists By Elbana Bellorín May 25, 2023 Last Updated on October 21, 2024 by Abigail White Tags: Best Children’s Books Of All Time, buy books, children books, top 15 list No Comments

best books for children

Anything is possible within the imagination of a child. From their point of view, the impossible does not exist—magical worlds are always within reach, animals talk, and dreams come true if you wish upon a star.

But nothing encourages that endless potential more than a good book. Within the pages of emblematic children’s books, you can find everyday stories of mundane occurrences alongside exceptional tales of enchanted adventures, all just as magical.

How Final Grades Are Calculated

Study tips By Cassie Garza May 24, 2023 Last Updated on May 25, 2023 by Olivia Smith Tags: calculating GPA, college, final GPA, final grades, GPA, overall GPA No Comments

When it comes to college admissions, you’ll hear over and over again how important your high school grade point average (GPA) is. And if you’re asking yourself what a good GPA is and whether it really matters at all, check out the article “What Is a Good GPA?”. Getting an A in a class shows college admissions counselors that you take your work seriously and have the skills necessary to succeed in college.

The main takeaway here is that GPA is a big deal.

Can a Professor Change a Final Grade?

Study tips By Alison Bailey May 22, 2023 Last Updated on November 16, 2023 by Abigail White Tags: change final grade, college, final grade, GPA No Comments

As the end of the semester approaches, many students eagerly await their final grades. For most, the grades they receive accurately reflect their performance throughout the term. However, there are occasions when students receive a grade that they don’t agree with. In these instances, questions may arise about whether a professor has the authority to change a final grade. While the answer may not be straightforward, it is crucial to understand the factors that may influence such a decision.

Best Books on Meditation

Book lists By Olivia Smith May 18, 2023 Last Updated on October 3, 2023 by Olivia Smith Tags: meditation books, top 10 list No Comments

best books on meditation

Peace and quiet – two different but complementary scenarios we all enjoy. As hard as they can be to get, when you do find them, it’s a situation you never want to leave. However, there’s one quick way to get there and that’s through mediation.

Meditation, however you want to define it, involves taking a couple of minutes to focus on a thought or activity to achieve emotional and mental calmness. In other words, anyone who meditates simply aims to calm the mind, body, and soul.

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