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5 Ways to Prepare for Your First Summer Internship

You landed the internship — congrats! Keep reading to find five ways to show up prepared, confident, and ready to make the most of it.

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5 Things I Wish I Knew as a College Freshman

Being a college freshman was one of the scariest experiences I’ve had — but looking back as a senior at the University of Southern Maine, I can see how much I’ve grown. Keep reading to discover the five things I wish I’d known from the very start.

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What It’s Like to Be a Commuter Student at USM

Making major life decisions as a young adult isn’t always easy — something that becomes especially clear once you start college. A couple years ago, I made the choice to transfer to the University of Southern Maine and commute to classes while living at home. 

Being a commuter student comes with challenges and I know it’s not for everyone. Keep reading to find out what works for me, and what my life looks like as a commuter student at USM.