Karla Coriat

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Paula Scher 3/17/2012	Have you ever been to a lecture outside of your campus? This might not be something you think that you can fit in, or would be interested in but it is something you need to consider taking advantage of! Before Thursday, I had little intention of attending an outside function. Little did I know, I was going to be a part of a few artists, students, educators, and designers to listen to an incredible woman speak into our hearts, and transpire our creativities. Recently, I attended a lecture at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Design on Paula Scher. Paula Scher is an illustrator, painter, and graphic designer. She is well recognized for her book Maps.As an aspiring Graphic Designer, I found it rather intriguing how well-spoken, and informative Paula was. During the lecture she spoke about her early life and career, but she mostly discussed Maps and the stories leading to that period.
Benefits Of An Out Of State School 2/18/2012	Are you interested in attending an out-of-state college, but are too nervous with the decision making process? I'm here to help! In 2009, I had to make the decision of where I was going to go to college. Was I going to go away, or was I going to stay in state? Coming from beautiful Florida, is was something that made my decision even more difficult. Let's just say this was not an easy task; however, I had little to no time to make my choice, so typically I made a list of pros and cons, and weighed the advantages and disadvantages of the situation. One of the most important reasons why I knew I wanted to attend college out of state was because of the college itself. Moore has such an incredible personality; it's filled with ambitious, and talented artists and designers. This was something that I admired, and I knew I wanted to be a part of. Consider trying to answer these questions: Where is the prospective school located? Is it far/near? What is the school like? Can you see yourself going there? Envision yourself a few months into the school year, and picture your new lifestyle out-of-state. Will you be ok with living away from your family and friends? Can you afford it? Also, think about the same conditions, but in-state. You must list the pros and cons, and weigh those two appropriately.
Getting Organized 1/26/2012	It’s a new year, which for us college students, means a new semester! Fall is over and now its time to look forward to spring, and what better way to kick start the semester then with various ways of keeping yourself organized? Organization plays a huge role in meeting your deadlines, completing assignments, and being less stressed . It can make you or break you. Don't let it break you! Being organized is as easy as 1-2-3! #1. Keeping a calendar, or an agenda book can be the most important step to becoming organized. I always rely on my planner to keep updated on project due dates, HerCampus blog entry deadlines, and even holidays and special occasions. Write down dates from your syllabus to remember when you will need new supplies, or when you have something to turn it. Use it to write down events for yourself as a way of looking forward to the end of the week! I use my planner as a way of reminding myself of what I have to do, and when I have to do it. For example, when I have a deadline due I write down the deadline, but also mark down reminders for myself a few days before as a way of keeping it in my memory. This way I can be ready a few days in advance and I don't have to think about worrying if I will make the deadline or not. Last minute stress is the worst, and you can achieve your goals on time by just jotting it down, and being able to understand what steps need to be taken to get there. This has been a successful way for me to stay on top of things, and never miss a deadline.
Six Steps To Apply To Study Abroad 12/15/2011	Studying abroad is an amazing opportunity; an opportunity one should take advantage of while in college. It can further expand your mind, and stimulate your ideas, and it can help you prepare for the real world mentally, and emotionally. Studying abroad can even open your eyes to new ways of learning, seeing, and understanding. Learning to adapt to life in another country is an experience all on its own, but studying in another country can give you the greatest gift of all- leadership skills and independence. While I find myself in the process of planning to study abroad, I have come across many obstacles that one should always consider. Here are the steps I took to assemble my trip. Consider these while planning yours. Step 1: Pick a location Think big, but be smart. Being smart about deciding where you want to study abroad is ideal. Ask yourself, is it safe? Does this place offer me the benefits I will need in my career? Is it feasible, financially? Most importantly, can you see yourself studying there? Remember, this is not a vacation, so when choosing a place to study, think about the connections this place has to your major. For example, my major is Graphic Design, so essentially I want to study in a place where there is a lot of art and design; therefore, I chose Florence, Italy. I had to think about what I want to gain out of this experience, which was to become more independent, and learn to deal with being out of my comfort zone. Ask yourself what do you want from this experience? How will this make you grow? How can this experience benefit you in the your following years at school, and in your career? So make a list, and set your goals! Step 2: Find a school
Signs You Need To Switch Your Major 11/29/2011	Have you been struggling in classes? Are you feeling out of place? Have you been feeling unhappy? Are you no longer sure that your major is the right thing for you? It's okay to feel this way; what is not okay is to ignore it. If you are really trying, but it still hasn't made a difference in your work, then maybe you on the wrong path. With any situation recognizing the problem is the first step. I know this can be scary because you have invested a lot of time in this chosen major, but I promise it can be done. People do it all the time, I did it, and you never know if you are cut out for something if you don't try it. That’s what college is all about, trial and error. So you’ve tried this, now maybe it is time to try something new. Trust me, if I could do it, then you can too. But first before you make any rash decisions, you need to decide if you actually need to make a change. Make a list: Write down the things you like and you don't like about your major. Allow this time to be completely honest with how you really feel versus how you want to feel. After you have your pro’s and con’s take some time to ask yourself a few questions. When I began to realize that something was wrong I asked myself these five questions:

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