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As a freshman student, it’s incredibly normal to feel like you are missing out sometimes. It’s what many call FOMO, the fear of missing out. So, here are a few tips for navigating this First Semester FOMO.
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The College
Geneva offers many resources to support students as they navigate their transition to college. Whether you are discerning your career path, noticing mental health concerns, trying to make friends, or struggling with schoolwork, Geneva offers resources to mitigate the challenges that students may face.
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College Preparation
It can be difficult to live with a stranger while also adjusting to college life. Here are a few tips on how to optimize your life with your freshman roommate.
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College Preparation
As new freshman arrive on campus for the fall semester, they experience a few days of orientation, which Geneva calls Welcome Week. This week is filled with fun activities, valuable seminars, and relationship-building opportunities. Learn more about what you can expect at this year's welcome week!
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Study Abroad
Kaylin Kingston '26 travelled to Memphis, Tennessee alongside several other students and staff to spend her Spring break in service to others. Read here to learn about her experience!
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If you are not interested in sports, do not fear! Geneva has many opportunities on campus for those who are not athletically inclined. Here are some on-campus activities for you to pursue if you are not an athlete!
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College Preparation
When looking for a college, a big question you must ask yourself is, do I want to live on campus? There are a lot of great reasons to live on campus. Read here to learn more!
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As graduation approaches, do you find yourself ticking off boxes on your Geneva bucket list? Here are 9 things you should do before you graduate!
Small campuses come with a lot of benefits that students might not experience at a larger school. When choosing a school to attend, weighing the pros and cons can be really helpful, so here are some pros about attending a small school!
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Everyday Living
Sickness spreads quickly on college campuses. Here are a few tips to help you avoid catching a cold or virus!
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Night classes can be a bit daunting, but once you learn what to expect and figure out how you learn best, then anyone can thrive in a night class. Read more!
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College Admissions
It is not an easy process to transfer from one college to another. There are a lot of challenges that come with transferring, but there are also many resources to make the transition easier. Read more!
Commuter students often experience their college journey differently than resident students. There are pros and cons to being a commuter. How can commuters make the most of their college experience?
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Discover a few unique and fun ways to bring some new experiences to your winter break.
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Here are some tips offered by Staff Counselor at Geneva, Toby Shope, to keep in mind when you find yourself missing home or feeling like you do not belong on campus.
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Hear from our Residence Life staff about what community outside of the classroom is like at Geneva College.
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What does community really look like at Geneva College?
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You just left your hometown for college and have made your way up to your dorm room to get all moved in and settled. You open the door, look around, and your room is bare, cold, and unfamiliar. Homesickness begins to set in as your mind fills with thoughts of your cozy safe place back at home. Do not stress! Geneva College students have four common tips on making your dorm room work for you.
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If you are commuting to college, you may not have to go through the work of moving out, but there are still things you should be aware of that can make commuter life a bit easier.
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College Preparation
From the second I began college classes freshman year, it seemed like everything I knew about life had changed. Everything was unpredictable and somewhat intimidating. As a high schooler looking on toward your first semester of college, there are a lot of unknowns out there. Here's my advice after four years at college.
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Higher Education
I am here to tell you that you do not need to be a superhuman to get through college. To survive and thrive all four years of your time in college, or however long it takes, here are some things NOT to do while in college.
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The College
The Geneva College Student Center renovation includes a state-of-the-art accessibility lift at the main entrance.
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Program Spotlight
College campuses are full of talent. Head over to an Open Mic Night and you are guaranteed to hear amazing music performed by someone unexpected. Here at Geneva College, there are five quality organized groups for musicians to join.
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Student life at Geneva is active and engaging. With a regular series of activities, as well as many other one-of-a-kind events, the campus stays busy connecting students with each other and the greater community. Here's a list of the most popular weekly activities to give you a taste of opportunities to get involved.
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The start of a new semester in college means you’ll be gaining more knowledge and learning new skills. To keep up with academic challenges and make sure you do well in school, you should think about setting some goals. What are good goals for the start of a semester?
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The Geneva College Men’s Rugby team is a college-affiliated club sport that is open to all male students. Established in 1994, the club’s mission statement reads “Our purpose is to compete against Western Pennsylvania colleges through the game of rugby, to fellowship together through athletic training, and to honor God through our actions.”
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Like anything new, the start of college can bring a lot of fears and doubts that are quite overwhelming. So, from a past freshman to you, here are some questions and worries I had about the college life and reasons why they shouldn’t stop you from having that full college experience.
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The College
Current Geneva College student-athletes can participate in the long tradition of athletic success in any of 19 NCAA Division III varsity sports. There are many benefits for student-athletes to experience in college, including these four that set Geneva apart.
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When you’re in college, you might have the opportunity to become a Residence Assistance (RA). This involves living in a residence hall and being responsible for creating a welcoming and supportive environment for students.
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Technology has changed the way we live our lives, so it should come as no surprise that it offers aid for college students who want to make better grades—via apps. Yep, there’s an app for that. Apps that organize your life, take and organize notes, brainstorm for new ideas and so much more.
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When Geneva College was forced to move learning online back in March 2020, the staff of Geneva’s Center for Student Engagement (CSE) adapted quickly. To keep students connected despite physical distancing, the CSE staff got creative and organized COVID-safe in-person and virtual events so the community could still thrive.
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Whatever your experience with homeschooling has been, though, one thing is for sure: college life is not the same. It just so happens to be very, very different. But whether you’ve spent twelve, ten, or only two years learning from home, there’s helpful advice waiting for you in this post.
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From fictional accounts to self-help guides, a variety of publications can ease your mind as you embark on the college journey. Be sure to add the following to your reading list.
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Higher Education
Participating in student government at college can enhance your social, intellectual and leadership skills, while at the same time creating a better college experience for everyone. There are many good reasons to get involved in college student government; here are four of them.
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Whether looking forward to attending Geneva College next fall or coming to visit the campus throughout the rest of the winter or in the spring, you may be wondering what there is to do in the Beaver Falls and Beaver County area. Look no further.
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You may or may not have chosen them, but you can learn to live peacefully with roommates... and learn and grow personally in the process. Here's how.
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A new year is a great time to establish healthy, productive routines. A well-oiled routine can help clear the way for those late-night, impromptu adventures you might have. My best advice is to have a practice - a way to create balance and calm - based on what you have going on and when you work best. Here are a few guidelines to get started.
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Everyday Living
Faith
What are you planning to contribute to World Kindness Day this year? Learn some easy, free, and powerful ways to celebrate and spread positivity.
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College Preparation
So, what do you really need to pack for school? Is that extra-long fuzzy pillow or that medusa-like lamp really necessary? What about the extra desk, bed and hanging accoutrement? Time to demystify the art of packing light for months away from home.
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The College
The Chemistry Department’s academic rigor as an ACS-approved program continues on through the dedication and hard work of the faculty, but the success of the program would be impossible without the intellect, willingness and perseverance of Geneva students.
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When the Geneva community gathers over a meal these days, they swallow hospitality bite by bite, cooked up by Pioneer’s Executive Chef Tom Schlotter. Meals at Alexander Dining Hall and the many banquets on campus are made with the diners in mind – colorful, nutritious, creative food served in a welcoming atmosphere.
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What better place for a professional basketball team to compete than the birthplace of college basketball? On February 5, 2019, the internationally renowned Harlem Globetrotters will hit Geneva’s courts combining athleticism, theater and comedy as they play on the historic site that set college basketball in motion.
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The life skills you can gain from living with a roommate can prepare you for you future independence.
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College Preparation
You think you’re ready for the move to college? I did too, but I wish I knew about these three tips when I was coming to college and moving into my residence hall in my freshman year at college.
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Everyday Living
A great way to get to know a community is eating their local fare, and Beaver Falls holds its own when it comes to great places to eat. Don’t believe me? Try these 5 places, and they will change your mind.
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College Preparation
Although making new friends can seem daunting at first, with the help of a few tricks, it actually becomes a lot easier than it may seem. Here are some tips to help wash away your doubt and plant the flowering seeds of friendship.
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Everyday Living
The weather in Western Pennsylvania during a transition from season to season can be unpredictable, to say the least. It’s easy to complain about the weather, but how much better it is to prepare for it!
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Coming in spring 2019, Geneva men will upgrade their volleyball from the club sport level to the NCAA Division III varsity level. Geneva's club men’s volleyball team is nothing short of dominant, and Geneva students expect that high caliber of men's volleyball play to continue in the AMCC.
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Everyday Living
There are many reasons why two roommates may not get along, and it is important to understand what these reasons may be and how to appropriately handle such reasons.
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Faith
Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Jesus Christ. 1 Thessalonians 5:18
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Higher Education
In the second year of college, some former freshmen who began with such enthusiasm fall victim to what is known as “the Sophomore Slump." Their excitement has turned to annoyance, and instead of being dedicated, they feel dejected. These 5 tips can help.
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College Preparation
Whether a new freshman, transfer or returning student, we pray you have an amazing year! Here are a few tips as you begin the next phase of your journey.
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Faith
With the busyness of college, it can be difficult to always put God first. However, there are ways in which students who want to grow as a follower of Christ can do so, even at college.
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A day dedicated to the union in our communities between the older generation and the younger generation.
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With the 47th Earth day soon approaching, we take a moment to appreciate and be reminded of our duty as Christians to conserve and properly steward the creation freely given to us.
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Higher Education
As the semester winds down, the work on final projects and exams ramps up. For many students, the end of the semester is when their most rigorous and intense work and studying arrives, but you can cope with the stress and come out on top ready for summer break.
Christian universities offer an exceptional avenue to personal enlightenment and professional success. Here are a few of the most bothersome and undeserved myths about religious education.
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It's no secret that students enjoy access to a high-quality education and a close-knit community at Geneva College, but the benefits of attending this acclaimed Christian university extend far beyond the classroom and dormitory. From tutoring and academic counseling to YMCA membership, Geneva offers a variety of services designed to make college life more rewarding.
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Every student goes through those moments that are a bit challenging. Here are twenty hacks to make life a little easier while at college.
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When you are in college, summer provides a couple months to catch up on some important areas in your life that tend to get neglected when you are in school. Here are five things college students do this summer without becoming overwhelmed.
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As a graduating senior, I’ve had at least one night class every semester—not by my own choosing, but because of scheduling conflicts and guest speakers and available slots. The semesters where I had two night classes were some of the longest. Over the years, I’ve learned how to survive. It can be narrowed down to four simple steps.
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College is the perfect place to acquire and hone the skills that are necessary for success in the post-graduate gauntlet, but a skill that cannot come from classroom experience alone is leadership—which, naturally, means that employers want to see it. Luckily, Geneva has plenty of opportunities to flex your leadership muscles.
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With an already busy schedule, why carve out more precious time to decide which club to join, let alone the time required to participate in a student club? It’s a reasonable question, but there really are a number of good answers. So here are just a few reasons to join a club.
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Whether you’ve been attending Geneva for a while or you are just starting out, you may have already found that one place on campus that suits your atmospheric needs when it comes to studying. But what you might not know is that there are numerous nooks on campus where students with any study type can be productive. Here are the top six places to study at Geneva that you should check out if you haven’t already. All of these hot spots are Wi-Fi-equipped.
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This true story demonstrates the beauty of going to school on a small campus. But distance to class is only one of the reasons I love studying at a small college, so here are seven reasons why small campuses are the best.
So you’ve made it this far! Fantastic! Here is a quick list to help you get settled in.
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