From Nhukim Nguyen, '23
Biochemistry major | Psychology minor | Student Senator
Admissions Advice
Admissions Advice
Applying to and attending college can be a scary endeavor, but Rockhurst is here to help! Our Admissions Advice blog provides valuable insight into everything you need to know through your entire college experience.
If there's anything specific you want to know about that's not detailed on this site, just reach out to one of our Admissions counselors who will be happy to help!
Choosing the right college can be overwhelming when there are so many options available! There are many factors to consider when thinking about which one will be the right fit for you.
One of the best ways to get a good feel for a college is to visit it!
As the chapter of one’s high school career is about to be over, another one starts with a new beginning that often can be seen as overwhelming when transitioning into college.
Sometimes you just need a break from screens, stress, and even the city. Kansas City has so many things to do and there are plenty of options in or close to the city that offer a nice escape from the daily grind.
One of my favorite things to do on my way to and from class was listening to podcasts. As a constant learner, the shows I came back to the most always taught me about something interesting.
If you ask the average college student what the biggest difference is between high school and college, they will likely answer with the fact that you have to be more independent in college.
One of the biggest things that can trigger anxiousness about college is not living at home. Moving into the residence halls with a likely chance of living with a stranger is a terrifying thought.
It should be no surprise in 2022 that social media acts as a “character resume” for potential employers.
As many as 90% of workplaces look to predict an employee’s “fit” by checking social media accounts before moving forward with their interview process.
There have been several studies done on how much the ability to interact with other people affects someone’s capability to thrive in a collaborative workplace. In many cases, it greatly outweighs the person’s general qualifications and often serves as an easy tiebreaker among candidates.
As many as 90% of workplaces look to predict an employee’s “fit” by checking social media accounts before moving forward with their interview process.
There have been several studies done on how much the ability to interact with other people affects someone’s capability to thrive in a collaborative workplace. In many cases, it greatly outweighs the person’s general qualifications and often serves as an easy tiebreaker among candidates.
For many students, college marks the first time they’re making frequent trips to the grocery store to stock up on things for when the cafeteria (or preferred food stops) are closed. Some consider this a fun part of “adulting,” but it can go south quickly if you don’t know what you’re doing.
Here are some tips for students at the grocery store:
Here are some tips for students at the grocery store:
