Study Abroad Programs for Students
Michelle Balaun2020-08-18T13:54:30-04:00The world is your classroom, so study abroad. *UMD Study Abroad as of right now is unavailable until 2021 due to the global pandemic, but the applicatio [...]
Sorority Recruitment: What to Expect & What to Wear
Michelle Balaun2020-07-24T14:10:10-04:00Here Are Tips & Tricks on What to Wear Sorority recruitment is more than the clothes you wear. For parents of incoming freshmen, you have probably a [...]
Where to Pregame at UMD
Michelle Balaun2020-06-30T13:17:18-04:00Get Ready For A Fun Pregame Day! Pregame festivities are one of the most fun and exciting aspects of game day! Pre-gaming generally means drinking befor [...]
The Benefits of Joining the UMD Alumni Association
Michelle Balaun2020-09-21T18:48:56-04:00Alumni Networking, Perks, and More… Before you know it, you are walking across the stage at graduation, and with that last step, you are officially a Te [...]
Tax Time – Are You Ready?
Michelle Balaun2020-07-30T13:17:35-04:00What 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 [...]
Who You Going to Call?
Michelle Balaun2020-06-30T13:32:00-04:00… When You Need, Answers, You Can Call! The important call contact info you need to have. Over the years there have been only a few times that I, as a p [...]
Working While at UMD
Michelle Balaun2020-11-10T13:46:46-05:00Extra Working Cash Can Never Hurt What is your opinion about working while at college? Some students have to work to pay for college or their living exp [...]
Choose or Change Your Major
Michelle Balaun2020-06-30T13:52:43-04:00You Can Change Your Mind and Your Major! What major should you choose? Considering the University of Maryland offers a multitude of degrees; how is one [...]
Football Season Seats at UMD
Michelle Balaun2020-10-22T12:07:19-04:00Guide to Seats at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium Everyone should attend at least one UMD football game! Cheering on the Terp football players fro [...]
Great Grad Gigs
Michelle Balaun2020-09-28T17:13:36-04:00Great Grad Gigs That May Pay for Tuition Finally, you're a grad, but you need a little side gig to help with costs. Graduate assistants are highly sough [...]
UMD Coronavirus Updates
Michelle Balaun2020-09-04T15:33:10-04:00Updates on Latest Plans Seems like finding the right updates in this unusual time is tricky. I don’t think I have ever used the word unprecedented as mu [...]
First Time Student Loan Borrower
Michelle Balaun2020-08-20T12:58:38-04:00For a Loan, You’ll Need to Do This. It’s all new to you as a first-timer, here is what you need to know about a student loan. What is an Entrance Counse [...]
21 and Oh So Fun!
Michelle Balaun2020-10-26T15:06:51-04:00You are 21 and an official adult now! Have fun! As each year ticked off, you waited for the fun of being ‘legal’! And now you made it. And if you are tu [...]
Campus Resources for Students of Color
Michelle Balaun2020-07-24T14:27:45-04:00Campus Guide to Resources for Multicultural Students Campus diversity amongst students has grown considerably over the years and most colleges acknowled [...]
Black Red White Show Your Spirit for Terps
Michelle Balaun2020-10-22T12:08:18-04:00We’ve Got Some Great Terp Outfits There is nothing more anticipated at the University of Maryland than game day. Gameday consists of an exciting Big 10 [...]
Entertainment, Fun Stuff To Do!
Michelle Balaun2020-07-03T16:02:23-04:00There is So Much You Can Do For Entertainment! There is more than just football or basketball for entertainment around UMD; in fact, the best part about [...]
Namast’ay yoga in and around UMD
Michelle Balaun2020-09-21T18:05:12-04:00Keeping Peaceful, Zen, and Stress-Free Ahhhhh, yoga, one of my favorite things to do, and by far the best way to get my head cleared is to practice this [...]
Maryland Terps Bucket List – Be Sure You Do These!
Michelle Balaun2020-09-15T12:16:25-04:00Check out these Terp Bucket items to do! If you have committed to becoming a Terp, there are a few things that you might want to check out over your nex [...]
Register to Vote UMD
Michelle Balaun2020-10-07T12:42:16-04:00How 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 [...]
Cultural Resources for Hispanic-Latino Students
Michelle Balaun2022-04-29T13:04:54-04:00Support, Empowerment, and Connection for Hispanic-Latino Students Campus diversity amongst Hispanic-Latino students has grown considerably over the year [...]
Mother-Daughter Time, The Best Mom Time
Michelle Balaun2020-07-06T14:23:03-04:00There is Nothing Like It! One of my favorite things is when my mom comes to visit me while I am away at school. Facetiming and texting just don’t cut it [...]
Diversity and Inclusion for LGBTQ College Students
Michelle Balaun2020-07-06T16:38:40-04:00LGBTQ Campus Support and Resources College can be challenging for all students which is why finding ways to make connections with others who identify si [...]
Care Packages for UMD Students
Michelle Balaun2020-09-29T14:48:57-04:00Who 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 [...]
It’s All About the Delivery
Michelle Balaun2020-09-15T13:16:53-04:00Delivery is the way To Go! Taking time away from studying can be the difference between dinner or a bag of chips and a soda. Sometimes it pays to [...]
Pets in School
Michelle Balaun2020-11-10T13:46:31-05:00Take Your Pets (Dog Or Cat) to College! Dogs are called man’s best friend for a reason! Pets bring so much love and joy to our lives and there’s nothing [...]
Sorting Out College Life – A Guide to Laundry, Dry Cleaning & Alterations
Michelle Balaun2020-07-10T18:00:55-04:00Laundry, Not as Bad as You Think! When your student goes away to school, they may or may not have any idea on how to do their own laundry. No matter how [...]
Lost & Found – We Can Help Recover Lost Items
Michelle Balaun2020-07-10T18:15:55-04:00Oh, No…It Happened, It’s Lost! We’ve all done it, lost something. As a college student, you will often have a lot going on. From class, studying, social [...]
Trick or Treat The Halloween College Version
Michelle Balaun2020-09-22T16:31:02-04:00That Was Then… Halloween, love it or hate it. However, on a college campus, Halloween is sure to be full of ghouls around every corner! One thing’s for [...]
Supervise an Easy Budget for Your College Student
Michelle Balaun2020-10-23T13:30:03-04:00This is a budget lesson that will serve you in the future! Some students actually keep to a budget. Well, sort of. I admit, it was hard telling my daugh [...]
Sending A Package to Your Student?
Michelle Balaun2020-07-15T15:15:25-04:00Make Sure Your Package Gets There If you are planning on sending a package to your student, you want to make sure they get it. There are many reasons th [...]
Computer and Phone Repair
Michelle Balaun2020-09-20T12:36:28-04:00When it breaks it is such an issue… The amount of times I have cracked my phone is too embarrassing to admit! While I try to be extremely careful with m [...]
Budget 101
Michelle Balaun2020-08-05T14:26:16-04:00Learning to Budget! One very important aspect that comes with going off to college is the responsibility of budgeting and being smart about your money. [...]
Lockdown Browser
Michelle Balaun2020-07-20T16:11:54-04:00Online Test-Taking for Today’s Students Technology has changed the way students take tests. With everything going on in today’s world, online classes an [...]
Birthright Israel –
Michelle Balaun2021-01-14T16:16:58-05:00Young Jewish Adults Israel Trip What exactly is Birthright Israel? Birthright Israel began in 1999 with a bold idea—offering a free, life-changing trip [...]
Finding An Internship to jump start your career.
Michelle Balaun2020-09-09T14:40:07-04:00Learn About Your Internship Options You can’t deny the value of a good internship in your career search. No matter how strongly you feel about what you [...]