SUNY Cortland thrives not only in the classroom but also through active involvement in extracurricular activities. For new and returning students alike, getting involved on campus is the key to enhancing your college experience, making lifelong friends, and cultivating essential skills that will serve as valuable assets in your future endeavors. One of the most […]
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4 Daily Habits to Support Mental and Physical Health
Daily habits are defined as “those things that you do every day, without fail, without thought, and without brainpower.” Creating a set of daily habits that support your mental and physical health is an easy and consistent way to improve your life. These habits can be tailored to each individual based on their needs. Keep […]
How to Kick Off the Semester with a Positive Attitude
As we get back into the school year grind, we may notice a shift in our attitudes. Good or bad, it’s important to recognize. The harsh realization of our workloads may kick in and have a negative effect on some students. Keep reading for some tips that can help you shift your attitude when it […]
How To Minimize Your School Related Stress
As a third year college student, I understand that school can really put a dent on our mental abilities to do things, usually caused by the stress that classes bring. Throughout my college experience, I’ve learned how to minimize the drastic stress that we all endure. Keep reading to hear about some of the most […]
Tips for a great start to your day
If you are looking to amp up your morning routine, there are a variety of ways in which you could do that. Starting your morning off right is a great way to ensure you will have a great rest of your day. Switching some of your morning habits may seem hard, but it will become […]
How to Keep Busy Over Summer Break
Summer break is a much-needed time for college students to recharge and take a break from their academic responsibilities. However, with several months of free time, it’s easy to fall into a slump of boredom and unproductivity. Here are some ideas for college students to keep occupied and make the most of their summer break. […]
“Exploring Creativity: The Importance of Engaging in Hobbies and Activities for Student’s Personal Growth”
As a student, it’s crucial to balance academics with leisure time to avoid burning out. Engaging in hobbies and activities is an excellent way to promote creativity and personal growth. So, why not try something productive during those weeks when you have some free time to sit back and relax? Creative hobbies and activities not […]
How To Maximize your Time in The Summer
With summer around the corner, it means it’s time to turn off the college mode switch and occupy yourself for three whole months. As (almost) stress-free summer is, we still need to find things to do to occupy ourselves and keep our brains flowing. Before you know it, you’ll be back at school again with […]
BlackBird Film Festival 2023 – Time to Escape
The 2023 Edition of the BlackBird film festival occurred on April 28-May 1 at the SUNY Cortland campus. Almost 1000 short films were submitted to the festival, and 97 were accepted into the three-day event. The short films were shown in blocks, with a similar overarching theme. The film block titled ‘Time to Escape’ had […]
‘Don’t Forget About Me’ Shines at Blackbird Film Festival
In this slice-of-life documentary, filmmaker Nick Criscitello captures college dropout Dan Hoover reflecting on his time at school and his relationship with art. My favorite film of the weekend, a part of the ‘Rising Stars’ segment at the Blackbird Film Festival, filmmaker Nick Criscitello delivered a hard-hitting mockumentary that perfectly portrayed the struggles of young […]