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Benefits of studying prelaw at Charleston Southern

At Charleston Southern University, there are unique opportunities for students who aspire to work in the legal field. While it is true that law schools are likely to accept students from a variety of different undergraduate degree majors, a prelaw major gives students the direct tools and knowledge needed for a law school’s competitive environment […]

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Internships help prepare you for your future

Within the past few years, Charleston Southern has been expanding on the Experiential Learning Initiative. With how things have changed with this aspect of CSU’s curriculum, it may be confusing to keep up with what it exactly entails. With that being said, this will be an explanation of what lies ahead for students when going […]

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College offers more than an academic degree

The experience of going to college includes values beyond earning a degree. Employees at CSU recently shared some specifics with me. Some similarities were seen in their responses, but the range of answers was evident, age and generation differences aside.  Critical thinking was a specifically important value to Charleston Southern University President Dr. Dondi Costin […]

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Five surprising careers for Liberal Arts grads 

It can feel like there are few careers for people who get a liberal arts degree. Especially since when someone finds out that you are getting that kind of degree, they probably assume that you will become a teacher, even if you have no interest in education.  But plenty of jobs can apply to what […]

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Arts month here at CSU

There are various forms of art that play a big part of our everyday lives without even realizing it. Unfortunately, art tends to go unnoticed unless it’s displayed in some way. There can also be some obstacles that prevent people from attending art galleries or any presentation of other forms of art, such as music […]

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Exam study tips

As a senior, I’ve had to learn study habits during my academic career. Maybe some of what works for me will work for you also. Study habits are personal and what works for you might not work for others, so it is important to understand what works well for your own learning needs. We are […]

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Music students’ experiences broadened by HSM’s history of European tours

“Some things just can’t be described. You just have to live them – to experience them for yourself.” Justin Baker ’07, music performance, begins his podcast featuring an interview with his mentor Emeritus Professor of Music Dr. Valerie Bullock. He went on to describe the powerful impact Bullock had on his life, including – in […]

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Where to study on campus

For Night Owls CSU’s newest student lounge and dining option, The Buc Stop, is the perfect place for night owls to study. The Buc Stop grill is open until 10:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, but students are welcome to utilize the space any time. The lounge is crowded with students socializing and doing homework while […]

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Psychology club a resume-builder for students

Psychology Club is one of 50+ organizations here at Charleston Southern University and, for the students who attend, serves as an outlet for students to gain knowledge about graduate school, perspective jobs in the field, and different ways to participate in the community supporting charities such as Walk for Life and Walk for Alzheimer’s, and […]

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