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Why Join The National Guard? Tuition Exemption

The biggest reason my son joined the National Guard was tuition exemption for college. But that's only part of the story of why he decided to Geaux Guard! Continue reading…

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Forbes Names Tulane Best College in State of Louisiana

Forbes put out their rankings of the best colleges and universities in each state. Continue reading…

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Record Number Of TOPS Graduates & Lawmakers May Change The Rules

Louisiana's Department of Education says a record number of graduates have met the requirements necessary to receive a TOPS award. The news comes as representatives are scheduled to debate bills...

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Pick-A-Kid's 'College Knowledge Seminar' - Sat., July 14, 2018

Pick-A-Kid of Vinton is set to host an event for college-bound seniors. The College Knowlege Seminar "Be Ready to Succeed" will take place on July 14, 2018. Continue reading…

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McNeese Offers Online Education To Earn Your Degree!

The digital age has opened up a whole new world when it comes to education. McNeese has joined in, realizing that people want to further their careers through education, but also need to work when...

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Homeless Teen Gets accepted To 17 Colleges

Dylan Chidick's parents didn't spend 500 thousand dollars bribing university officials to get him accepted. The New Jersey teen has received legitimate letters of acceptance from 17 colleges &...

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Millionaires Who Went To Community College

And they didn't have to get arrested to get their diplomas Continue reading…

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Wal-Mart Wants to Pay for Your SAT Prep and College Tuition

The company that employs roughly 1% of the United States has started recruiting at the high school level and is offering some pretty sweet benefits. Continue reading…

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Want to Finish Your Degree? Compete Louisiana Offers Discount

On May 5, the UL System President Jim Henderson announced they will be dropping the system's school tuition cost for adults who want to finish their degrees. Continue reading…

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TOPS Recipients Could Lose Eligibility if They Sit Out

To go back to school, or not to go back to school... That is the question. That's certainly the question being wrestled with currently by thousands of Louisiana college students. Several that I know...

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Think You Can’t Afford College in Louisiana? What if it’s Free?

Applicants would have to be at least 21 years of age and if their eligibility is approved, would be able to attend any Louisiana in-state community college for free. Continue reading…

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The New Trend for Graduation Announcements is Cash App QR Codes?

Louisiana graduates are embracing the new trend of including a cash app QR code on their graduation announcements. Is this convenient for gift-givers or presumptuous on the part of grads? Continue...

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LSU #1 In All Polls Heading Into SEC Championship Game

The #1 ranked LSU Tigers took care of business last Friday, beating then-No. 3 Arkansas 41-17, securing their spot in the SEC Championship.  The Tigers will play No. 12 Georgia this Saturday. All of...

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LSU To Take On ‘Bama in National Championships in New Orleans

The #1 ranked LSU Tigers beat the Georgia Bulldogs 42-10 Saturday afternoon to win the Southeastern Conference Championship and punched their ticket to the National Championship game. It was made...

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Virginia Tech Under Lockdown After Campus Shooting Again

Virginia Tech appears to be reliving its worst nightmare as reports of a shooting have placed the university under lockdown. Continue reading…

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Joseph Addai on Both Sides of the Sidelines — Our Interview with a Former LSU...

Indianapolis Colt Joseph Addai knows a bit about national championships, having played for LSU when they won theirs in 2003. All these years later, he gets to watch as his alma mater once again plays...

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Heather’s Website of the Day – College Values

The Princeton Review has published its annual list of "Best Value Colleges."  This service identifies America's top undergraduate schools offering excellent academics, generous...

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TOPS Students Need to Know About New Law Proposed in Louisiana

It seems that some in government think that the job of government is to control the people they govern. I understand laws that protect people; but don't understand laws that regulate our everyday...

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10 Rookie Mistakes Every College Freshman Makes [VIDEO]

McNeese classes start next week and there will be hundreds of new freshmen joining the upperclassmen on the campus.  So here are a few "blending-in" tips for those new students. Continue reading…

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Tremendous College Traditions [VIDEO]

Now that the fall matriculation has fully commenced, let's check out some tremendous college traditions around the country.  How many have you heard of? Continue reading…

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Female Lefty Signs!

Bossier City Community College has signed a new left handed pitcher and it's the first time in Louisiana history that a female has signed to play college baseball. Continue reading…

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TOPS Facing Changes

Among the many programs being hurt by the budget shortfall, TOPS could see some sweeping changes Continue reading…

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Five Odd Scholarships For Your Senior To Apply For And Others You May Not...

My son is a high school senior, and my stomach lurched when the Louisiana legislature essentially laid waste to the TOPS program. Like many parents, I am searching for alternate ways to pay for...

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First Louisiana University to Allow Pets in Dorms Has Dogs, Cats

How different would your college experience have been had you been able to have your pet live with you in the dorm? These students get to find out. Continue reading…

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Louisiana Fall College Commencements - Class of 2022

Here are the Louisiana December 2022 graduation schedules. Continue reading…

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SWLA College Band Recruitment Day Taking Place In Lake Charles

Reps from more than 12 universities and colleges will attend this event! Continue reading…

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Texas College Will No Longer Require Students To Buy Textbooks

The average cost of a college textbook is over $100. Continue reading…

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5 Of The Nation’s Top 10 Most Affordable College Towns Are In Texas

Even if money was no object, Texas was still at the top of the pack. Continue reading…

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Just One Texas College Made This Worst In U.S. List

Texas has many of the greatest colleges in the nation. Continue reading…

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Laptop Picks for Every Need: From Budget-Friendly to High-Performance

Finding the perfect laptop can feel like navigating a tech jungle, but I've got you covered with these handpicked recommendations. Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly option for casual...

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