Evy JagGuide's Blog

  It's pretty easy to get into a miserable slump once the end of the semester approaches. All at once you're hit with every major assignment and responsibility, and it can get overwhelming real fast. As much as I like to keep my head above the water, sometimes it doesn't feel possible...   But if there's anything I've learned from struggling with tough times, it's that it's all about endurance. Much like I said in one of my previous entries about tackling the college application, the number one driving force that keeps me trucking is the fact that it's not the end of the world. It sure feels that way sometimes, especially if I've got three exams and two papers due all on the same day-- but it really isn't.   Sitting back and taking a deep breath to remind myself that my academic career does not reflect my self-worth really helps put things in perspective. And to get over a mountain of work? All it takes is some headphones, a good playlist, an...

  What is it that I'm most grateful for that South offers me? I think it would have to be our pool of professors. Before I came to college, my impressions of the "college professor" weren't pretty. I assumed based on stories that I'd heard that my professors would be cold and uncaring, that their one class was the most important thing on this earth above all else.   But in my experience here at South, that has been the furthest thing from the truth. My professors generally have been extremely kind and caring to us students, as well as passionate about the work that they do. They want their students to succeed and flourish in their fields. Of course, there will always be outliers in this regard, but they are the exception, not the rule.   That, I think, is one of the most valuable experiences that South offers. A caring hand is what cultivates growth, and South is full of cultivators. Until next time... ☆ Evy Savoie ☆ 

      So you're a high school senior planning to go to college. I remember what that was like! This time of year can feel very stressful, especially if you're looking at more than one potential school. Today I'm going to give you a few tips and tricks for surviving that and making your transition run more smoothly...      First up, make sure that you're paying attention to your deadlines! Here at South, December 1st is our priority deadline for scholarships, meaning that you want to have your application submitted by then if you're competing for a scholarship. Other colleges have different and possibly more deadlines, especially if you're looking to join a specialized program. For example, the USA Honors College application deadline is December 15. Don't procrastinate, especially if what you're applying for requires recommendation letters or essays!   Sign up for the ACT/SAT again! If I could go back and change one thing I did in high school, I ...