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Can I major in health and fitness?

Posted on March 24, 2023March 24, 2023 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
Can I major in health and fitness?

A health, fitness and athletics degree is centered around anything to do with sports, health, fitness, entertainment and leisure services.

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Summer before senior year to-do list

Posted on June 4, 2021June 4, 2021 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
Summer before senior year

Yes, it’s a time for making memories. But here are six things to do this summer to remove some of the anxiety of preparing for college during your senior year.

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Why college retention and graduation rates matter

Posted on January 15, 2021January 15, 2021 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
The importance of retention and graduation rates

College retention and graduation rates are two statistics that can give you a idea of how successful students are at a certain college or university.

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The value of a liberal arts education

Posted on October 12, 2020January 26, 2022 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
Happy graduates

The value of a liberal arts education is that when you earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in computer science, education, business, etc., you will be prepared for your chosen field, with a broader educational background.

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Why get involved on campus?

Posted on September 9, 2020September 9, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
Student media meeting

How might you get involved on campus as a first-year student? Let us count the ways – and the reasons – that it is a good idea to consider extracurricular opportunities along with academics when considering a college.

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College Prep Checklist for Seniors

Posted on June 5, 2020June 22, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
Researching colleges

Remember back in elementary school when you were asked to write a paragraph about what you wanted to do when you grew up? No pressure, but you’ve got one year to figure out what life after your high school graduation will be like! Before you panic, start with this college prep checklist for seniors.

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Best college for me quiz

Posted on March 10, 2020June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
Tips to selecting the best college for you

Whether you are just starting your college search process or maybe it’s time to narrow your choice to the one school that fits you best, here are nine tips to finding the best college for you.

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Should I transfer to a new college?

Posted on February 24, 2020June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
Should I transfer to a new college?

Not everyone chooses the best fit when they start college. Communication and planning ahead are key when transferring to a new college.

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What are the benefits of residential living?

Posted on November 19, 2019June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
The benefits of residential living

After choosing your future college the next step is usually deciding whether or not to live on campus. There are many benefits to residential living.

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What is a liberal arts education?

Posted on November 6, 2019June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu

A liberal arts education has nothing to do with which direction you lean politically. It is not centered around the fine arts. Instead it provides knowledge and opportunities that can be applied to your everyday life.

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