Academic Life

Articles for students and families transitioning into higher education

Academic Life What Is Expected of You at College?

What Is Expected of You at College?

Moving into higher education can feel very different from school. The way you learn, study,...

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Academic Life Needs Assessments

Needs Assessments

A Needs Assessment helps figure out what supports or accommodations you might need at university,...

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Academic Life Online and Blended Learning

Online and Blended Learning

Nowadays, many universities and colleges offer courses that are fully online or use a blended...

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Academic Life Managing Assignments and Exams

Managing Assignments and Exams

Managing assignments and exams at university can feel overwhelming at first, but with the right...

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Academic Life Student Post: How to Plan Your Assignments

Student Post: How to Plan Your Assignments

          Written by Adam Greenan, 2nd Year in Media Production, Coláiste...

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Academic Life Attending Lectures and Tutorials

Attending Lectures and Tutorials

Lectures and tutorials can be quite different from school classes. Lectures may involve large groups...

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Academic Life Disclosing your Disability, Difference or Condition at College

Disclosing your Disability, Difference or Condition at College

Deciding whether to tell your university or college about your disability or difference is a...

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Academic Life Dealing with Procrastination

Dealing with Procrastination

Are you putting things off or making excuses? Procrastination can make it harder to meet...

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Academic Life Accessing the Library

Accessing the Library

The library will be an important and useful place during your studies. It’s not just...

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