Need Advice? Get Some Advising
Michelle Balaun2020-07-27T11:25:40-04:00Our Advice Guide to Getting An Advising Appointment The demand for academic advising increases as registration for the next semester approaches. Advisor [...]
Preparing for Grad School Exams
Michelle Balaun2021-05-07T13:11:35-04:00More exams, the fun keeps going! I know it feels like you just finished studying for the ACT/SAT’s and left for college, but before you know it, graduat [...]
Graduation Photography for Your Hoosier
Michelle Balaun2020-11-04T10:10:00-05:00Memorialize Graduation Day with Photography The last four years (or so) probably flew by and commencement is around the corner. There is no doubt that g [...]
College Majors to Pursue in Tough Times
Michelle Balaun2020-10-16T14:37:25-04:00Perhaps It’s Time to Consider Majors that are Sustainable Students usually choose a major over a period of time. I have always been a fan of taking a va [...]
Namast’ ay at IU Yoga
Michelle Balaun2020-09-21T17:52:49-04:00Keeping Peaceful, Zen, and Stress-Free with Yoga In college, I was determined to stay fit and healthy but I was not much of a gym girl. The school gym w [...]
21 and Oh So Fun at IU!
Michelle Balaun2020-10-26T15:28:45-04:0021 and an official adult now! Have fun! You hear the stories about students using fake IDs and going to the bars as freshmen in college all throughout h [...]
Staying at IU For Thanksgiving
Michelle Balaun2020-09-28T17:39:25-04:00Make Thanksgiving a Friendsgiving Managing Thanksgiving plans is always a challenge. This year Thanksgiving break is November 22nd-29th, and classes wil [...]
Graduation at IU
Michelle Balaun2020-11-04T10:00:57-05:00Remember When… It seems like yesterday that your Hoosier was an incoming freshman and now, within a few months, they will be graduating and looking towa [...]
Controversial Speakers IU
Michelle Balaun2020-09-01T11:48:09-04:00Is Free Expression Controversial? IU’s beautiful Dunn Meadow is a magnet for protests, rallies, and debatable controversial speakers to frequent. IU emb [...]
The Benefits of Joining the IU Alumni Association
Michelle Balaun2020-09-15T14:51:27-04:00Alumni Networking, Perks, and More… Before you know it, you are walking across the stage at graduation and, with that last step, you are an official Hoo [...]
Volunteering Turns Your Compassion into Action IU
Michelle Balaun2020-09-01T12:09:32-04:00Volunteering with passion is key. Is volunteering the path for you? When you first go off to college, you will find that there is no shortage of opportu [...]
Being Thrifty at IU
Michelle Balaun2020-08-17T11:35:45-04:00Need to Stay on a Budget? Be Thrifty! Are you thrifty? Sometimes I just feel like college is never-ending outfits and events. Between interviews, formal [...]
Register to Vote at IU
Michelle Balaun2020-10-07T12:47:37-04:00How to Have Your Vote Count While At College For students in a new city adapting to a busy college schedule, the voting process can seem daunting. As an [...]
Campus Resources for Students of Color
Michelle Balaun2020-07-30T12:54:05-04:00Campus Guide to Resources for Multicultural Students Campus diversity amongst students has grown considerably over the years and IU vies to maintain an [...]
Get Involved
Michelle Balaun2020-07-03T16:43:04-04:00Time To Get Involved! One of the most exciting parts about going to college is getting involved and finding new passions and hobbies all while having fu [...]
The ABC’s of a 529 Plan
Michelle Balaun2020-07-03T16:57:07-04:00What does 529 Pay For? When you decide to have kids, your first thought is not how am I going to pay for college, but it might be your second. Raising m [...]
Flu Season Ahead, Wash Your Hands!
Michelle Balaun2020-09-10T12:56:55-04:00The Flu ends with “U” Achooooo, It’s that season again – and I don’t mean tailgates and parties. Flu season is generally from October through May. Given [...]
Finding an Internship
Michelle Balaun2020-09-09T14:36:57-04:00Learn About Your Internship Options I’m the type of girl who wants to have her life planned out. I like to stay organized, set goals, and reach for the [...]
Best Ways to Find a Roommate
Michelle Balaun2020-06-08T15:47:36-04:00What To Look For In An Ideal Roommate Finding the ideal roommate can be stressful, to say the least. I’m here to tell you about my personal experiences [...]
Dress for Success
Michelle Balaun2020-08-18T15:51:44-04:00Time to Step It Up, Success Is Waiting! First impressions can lead to success. Throughout college, there are going to be many circumstances where studen [...]
Make The Call to Admissions
Michelle Balaun2020-08-26T13:00:35-04:00If You’re Worried, Then Call… Perhaps you’ve dreamed of going to IU only to have been denied admission or have a conditional admission. While calling ad [...]
Birthright Israel
Michelle Balaun2020-07-06T13:53:54-04:00Young Jewish Adults Israel Trip What exactly is Birthright Israel? Birthright Israel began in 1999 with a bold idea—offering a free, life-changing trip [...]
Care Packages for IU Students
Michelle Balaun2020-09-29T14:39:48-04:00Who doesn’t enjoy getting a package delivered? We know you really care, you care a lot about your student and want them to be happy. Whether it is for a [...]
Lunch Bunch
Michelle Balaun2020-07-10T18:42:04-04:00Mid-Day Munchies- What’s for Lunch? The best part of lunch is the break it gives you in the middle of the day! Lunchtime is my favorite time to unwind; [...]
Intramural and Club Sports
Michelle Balaun2020-10-29T13:17:34-04:00You Can Still Play Club Sports in College When students are interested in sports but do not necessarily want to commit their lives to the game, club spo [...]
Football Seats at Memorial Stadium
Michelle Balaun2020-08-18T14:51:50-04:00A Guide to Seats at Memorial Stadium Going to fall football games and shouting the Hoosier cheers in the student section will truly be some of your best [...]
Indiana Hoosier Bucket List – Be Sure You Do These!
Michelle Balaun2020-08-03T12:45:24-04:00Check out these Hoosier things to do! If you have committed to becoming a Hoosier, there are a few things that you might want to check out over your nex [...]
Career Showcase: A Student Perspective
Michelle Balaun2020-07-28T17:04:34-04:00How to Align Your Studies With Your Future Career Plans Entering college is one of the most exciting times of your life, but it also comes with the daun [...]
Supervise an Easy Budget for Your College Student
Michelle Balaun2020-10-23T13:34:43-04:00This is a budget lesson that will serve you in the future! Going to college is beyond getting your degree, and learning about your future job. College i [...]
It’s All About the Delivery
Michelle Balaun2020-09-15T13:15:29-04:00Delivery is the way To Go! Taking time away from studying to eat a meal sometimes feels impossible, yet it is totally necessary. When you are in a good [...]
Tax Time – Are You Ready?
Michelle Balaun2020-07-21T13:36:10-04:00What Month Is It Anyway? April 15th is right around the corner. As you are preparing your return or having a CPA prepare your return, do not forget to t [...]
Technology Needs at IU
Michelle Balaun2020-08-18T13:59:48-04:00Check Out What You Get for Free! HaveUHeard that Microsoft Office 365 is free for all enrolled IU Students? Office 365 is a cloud-based suite of product [...]
Fun Electives to Take
Michelle Balaun2020-07-21T13:58:48-04:00When You Need Electives At orientation, before freshman year had started, advisors asked that students declare a major. My daughter left there practical [...]
Where and how to Pregame at IU
Michelle Balaun2020-07-21T14:13:44-04:00Get Ready For A Fun Pregame Day! Pregame festivities are one of the most fun and exciting aspects of game day… and college! Most students will drink bef [...]
Choosing or Changing Your Major
Michelle Balaun2020-07-21T14:23:26-04:00Major Decisions Considering Indiana University offers a multitude of degrees; how is one to choose? Most students begin college with some idea of what t [...]
Top Majors to Consider at IU
Michelle Balaun2020-07-22T10:17:55-04:00So Many Majors To Choose From What are the best majors, well that depends. Indiana University is in the top one hundred public universities while it giv [...]
Wake up Hoosiers! It’s Game Day!
Michelle Balaun2020-10-22T11:55:50-04:00Get Ready For the Big Game Hoosiers, With These Attire Tips! The best feeling for any college student, particularly if you’re a Hoosier, is waking up kn [...]