If you’ve ever wondered why staying organized, regulating emotions, or starting assignments feels harder for you than it does for your friends, this post is for you. Learn how ADHD affects brain development, and how you can use that knowledge to grow, thrive, and build real independence in college.

College isn’t supposed to be easy…it’s supposed to help you grow. Learn how to handle frustration, recover from setbacks, and build resilience through small acts of persistence, self-compassion, and “connected independence.”

College can feel like a list of never-ending choices: what to major in, which internships to pursue, how to prepare for a career that still feels light-years away. The good news is... You don’t have to navigate it alone. Finding a mentor can be one of the most powerful moves you make in college.

A mentor doesn’t have to be a professor, advisor, or even someone officially assigned to you. They’re simply someone who’s been where you are and is willing to share what they’ve learned. The right mentor helps you make better decisions, build confidence, and see possibilities you didn’t even know existed.

Starting college is both an exciting and nerve-wracking journey! New experiences await, but so do high expectations. Many students stress about their ability to thrive academically while also joining clubs and organizations and taking advantage of the social aspects of a full college life. One of the most effective ways to rise to those expectation is by honing your executive functioning skills. The good news is, executive functioning skills aren’t set in stone, you can grow them!

At Tierney Education, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, meaningful support to students. Over the years, we've refined our approach to ensure our tutoring services not only help students improve academically but also foster skills that lead to long-term success. One of our key policies is that we don’t accept new tutoring clients after Week 10 of a standard semester.

In college, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by a constant flow of small assignments—quizzes, problem sets, discussion posts, and homework. Especially in STEM courses, these tasks are designed to help you build foundational knowledge. But many students fall into the trap of doing them just to earn points and check off a box. The real problem? When you focus solely on points, you miss the chance to turn these assignments into powerful learning tools.

College extends beyond just academics at Penn State. The school is renowned for its wide range of options of extracurriculars, service engagements, athletics and more. A school so big is powered by many employees, and oftentimes there is space for students to work as part of that.

Navigating college is a pivotal journey for many young adults, marking their first true taste of independence. This transition into the collegiate world is a leap from the structured support of high school to an environment where guidance is available yet requires active pursuit. The leap to university life, with its reduced oversight and increased personal accountability, can be seamless for some but daunting for others. The challenge of managing academic duties alongside personal responsibilities can quickly become overwhelming, leading to potential setbacks in both academic performance and well-being.

Sleep is one of the most intriguing subjects to scientists, faceted at the intersection of Health, Psychology and Biology. While many of its components have been thoroughly studied, there is still much we don’t know about brain processes of sleep (like dreaming). One area that has been heavily researched and confirmed important in our daily lives in relation to good quality sleep is its impact on our learning processes, and ultimately, academic success.

As one semester concludes, the anticipation for the next one begins. This blog aims to guide students in effective preparation, helping them harness essential skills and resources for a successful academic journey. Alongside strategies for note-taking, course selection, and technology utilization, consider the invaluable support that academic tutoring can offer as you embark on the upcoming semester.

Are you struggling to communicate effectively with your professors via email? If so, you're not alone. In today's workplace, digital communication skills are essential, but many students overlook the importance of honing these skills in college. As a professor who receives countless emails from students every year, I understand the challenges of communicating professionally and respectfully via email. This post is intended to provide you with some practical tips to help you improve your email communication skills and make the most of your college career.

Many employers and graduate schools say recommendation letters are just as, if not more, important than class performance. These tips will help you get the most out of the recommendation process. Each person you ask will have different items they want and a different process they follow, but the above will show them you are prepared.

You need to focus on these 3 sections of the syllabus.