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Aiming High and Managing Distractions as Keys to Success for Science Majors

March 7, 2019
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Overview Over the years, I've noticed some distinct trends among the physics and chemistry majors I've mentored and worked with. Those with GPAs in…
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What Academic Advice Would You Tell Your 18 Year Old Self?

May 27, 2018
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We asked our PF Advisors to tell us what academic advice would you tell your 18 year old self. Here are their responses… PF Advisors' Academic AdviceThanks…
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Why Work Ethic Is a Key to Success for Science Majors

December 15, 2017
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Student Success and Key Factors After earning a 4.0 GPA in his first semester as a Physics major at an esteemed state university, our son (and homeschool…
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How to Overcome Procrastination: 8 Proven Methods

September 7, 2015
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Procrastination is a predictable pattern of avoidance behavior, not simply laziness or poor time management. It splits into two main types: anxious procrastination,…
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