Think college is just classes and all-nighters? Your tuition covers coursework—and a whole lot more. Check out the freebies and perks available on your campus.
At Your Service
Your college wants your education to run as smoothly as possible. Take advantage of all the services your campus offers.
- The best libraries in the world are on college campuses, and include rare books, periodicals, informational CD-ROMs and extensive databases.
- Financial aid officers provide expert advice to help keep your college funding on track.
- Career centers offer information about majors, internships, career opportunities, resume advice and mock interviews.
- Computer centers give free workshops on how to use word processing software and build Web pages. They also offer the free use of their hardware and tech support.
- Writing labs have teachers who offer advice and suggestions on papers before you turn them in.
- Free shuttle transportation gets you around campus safely and easily.
More to Learn
To encourage intellectual activity and innovative thinking, college campuses hold academic and cultural events year-round.
- Guest speakers come from around the country to speak on a broad range of topics.
- College departments hold lectures and debates on fascinating subjects.
- Many campuses bring guests-in-residence to live and work with the students.
- Rallies present different perspectives on current issues facing the campus and society.
- Lots of campuses have world-class museums with innovative and informational exhibits.
Staying Healthy
College doesn't only get your mind in shape, but your body, too. There are lots of facilities and services on your campus to keep you fit.
- University clinics and pharmacies give students the care they need for illnesses or injuries.
- Free AIDS testing and sexual health workshops are anonymous and give students important information.
- Counseling services help students understand themselves, achieve satisfying relationships and improve their academic performance.
- Free gymnasiums and pools have hours that are perfect for a student's schedule.
- Athletic training and aerobic classes help you develop the best workout plan for you.
- Physical trainers heal sports injury and help you develop workouts that are safe.
- To promote good dietary practices, healthy living workshops and nutritionists give you advice on how to eat right.
Have a Good Time
There's a lot of fun to be had on campus as well! Most campuses host so many events, you could never do it all.
- Both local and big-time bands frequent college campuses to tap into the music-loving student population.
- Comedians often work the college scene to get some laughs from stressed-out students.
- Theater, dance and musical productions introduce a little culture to the atmosphere.
- Film festivals bring independent and foreign films to the student community.
- Author and poetry readings allow for an "up-close" approach to literature.
To find out about these opportunities, check campus kiosks, your college Web site, event calendars, departmental bulletin boards and postings in the hall of your residence hall. So take advantage of the benefits of your college years—and make the most of what your college has to offer.
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