College “Matters” is a new content area for OneontaStudents.com to provide additional meaningful resources and information to students, parents, families and our communities. We will be including articles and news items on a variety of topics that provide support for off-campus living, college student tips for meal planning, saving money on a budget, looking ahead towards future career goals and life planning and more. If you would like us to consider a topic, please feel free to let us know! You can use our contact page to submit an idea. We are planning to add posts here on a regular basis, so please check back regularly for new content and share with others!
Articles Archive
Navigating Relationships in College
College is a time of growth and self-discovery, and for many students, it’s also a time for building relationships. Whether it’s a romantic relationship, a …
Money Management and Budgeting for College Students
College is a time for learning, growth, and financial independence. However, with the high cost of tuition, textbooks, and living expenses, managing money can be …
Career Development and Job Search Strategies for College Students Getting Ready to Graduate
For college students getting ready to graduate, the job search can be a daunting process. With so many options and competition for jobs, it’s important …
10 Ways to Maintain Good Mental Health and Wellness in College
College can be an exciting and fulfilling time, but it can also be stressful and overwhelming. With academic demands, social pressure, and financial concerns, it …
Balancing Academics, Extracurricular Activities, and a Social Life in College
College is a time of new experiences, personal growth, and academic challenges. With so many demands on a student’s time, it can be difficult to …
Developing Your Communication Skills in College
Communication skills are crucial for success in any field. They are a key component to success in the workplace, and a college environment is an …
Be Part of a Team
Teamwork and collaboration skills are essential for success in college and in the workplace. They are essential for a number of professions, but they are …
Are You a Procrastinator?
Procrastination is a common problem for many people including college students. It can be a major cause of stress as well, so finding ways to …
Find the Best Off-Campus Student Housing at OneontaStudents.com
If you are still in search of housing for the upcoming school year at SUNY Oneonta or Hartwick College, OneontaStudents.com can help! We have some …
So Now What? Next Steps for the College Graduate
Congratulations to all our Oneonta Students who have recently graduated! We appreciate the fact that your college experience was a bit different from prior years …
Finals Week Survival Guide For Students
5 Simple Tips to get Through Your Final Exams It’s your final week, and you’re worried about how you can survive the final weeks and …
Balancing Your Social Life with Your Studies
One of the major challenges for college students is striking the balance between a healthy social life and keeping up with the demands of a …
Building Your Credit as a College Student
Typically, the life of a college student can be considered to be care-free. Most students are single, few have children to care for or a …
Off Campus Living Can Help Prepare Students for Life After College
If you find yourself on the fence about living off-campus, it might be helpful to know that renting an apartment with friends during college provides …
Group living means being a good housemate
Making the decision to live with friends in a house or apartment is a big step for college students and can ultimately be a great …
Safety Practices for Off-Campus Living
Living off campus provides students with a new level of independence and in many cases is a first step for taking on new responsibilities for …
Student-Friendly Employers in Oneonta
If you are a college student in the Oneonta Area and are looking for a part-time job, there are many local businesses that offer part-time …
Local Colleges Provide Many Benefits to Oneonta and Otsego County
The fall months bring many changes to our region – most notably we see our seasonal shifts in weather, brilliant fall colors, and of course …
College Life – 6 Tips for New Students
Heading off to college for the first time is exciting – and a bit nerve wracking! It marks the beginning of a new phase of …
Insurance Options for Your College Student
Heading off to college is an exciting time in the life of any student (and for parents too). It is the beginning of a more …
