Nerdify Reviews: 5 Healthy Ways to Resolve College Campus Conflicts

Academic life is full of challenges. As soon as students get into college they are constantly being bombarded with new information. Quite often folks have to relocate to another city and hence meet lots of new people in a very short timespan. Those are certainly both stressful and exciting times. Our team at Nerdify thought it’s going to be a good idea to share some life hacks with you so that you could make the most out of your time in college.

1. Get to know your college and lecturers.

College is not just a place where you get your degree, it’s more than that. The first thing you should do is get to know the place where you are studying – student unions, special offers you get with your student card, career fairs conducted by the local business and so on. Usually, there are plenty of opportunities lying around, so it’s a good thing to at least know where they are.

Next thing – get to know your teachers. Everyone is different, everyone requires a unique approach and almost everyone is biased (we are human beings after all). So the more you know about your lecturers the more you know how to approach them (during exams, mid-terms, revision time etc). This kind of information is always useful.

2. Create a group-chat with your class

Create a group of your class on either social media site or on some type of messenger app. Post important class updates, copies of lecture notes, schedule updates.

It’s best to have several chats depending on a topic. For example, “important announcements”, “lecture notes” and “homework chat”. That way you won’t flood one chat will lot’s of messages on various topics. Have chat guidelines, so that everyone is on the same level on what they can or cannot post

3. Take written notes during lectures

Taking notes during the lecture is one of the best things you can do if you want to absorb and understand the material. But, it turns out how you take your notes is also important. There have been studies that showed that writing things down on a paper actually makes you remember more than if you would by typing on a laptop for example. If you are dead serious about not using paper though, use stylus apps as an alternative.

4. Revise your notes on regular basis

This is the easiest lifehack out there. (Nerdify’s favorite) Read your lecture notes once a month or so. Our memory works in such a way that if we do not use the information we learn it fades away in time. Not only reading notes will make you remember the academic material better, you will also notice “blind spots” in your knowledge much earlier than you otherwise would (not 2 weeks before the final example, for example 🙂

5. Networking!

College is a perfect time to network like crazy. Many people start their first businesses in college due to extensive networking and later in your professional career – the alumni network you have will be the go-to place if you need to reach out to contacts outside your local network of colleagues and friends.

Here at Nerdify, we think that being in college is one of the most fun time you’ll have in your life. Absorb all the knowledge you can (not necessarily lectures), do sports, travel, party, get to know as many people as possible. But, if you ever get buried with work and need a helping hand – get in touch, we’ll get you sorted 🙂

If you are tired of popcorn and do not fancy an idea of filling a large bowl with cereals as you get ready for a movie night, you are at the right time and place. It is time to bring in some variety that will not only make an evening memorable but will keep your friends begging for more! Our beloved Nerds shared their favorite recipes and we picked three most lovable by our team. Regardless if you have some cooking skills or not, these great recipes are a good place to start and finally exchange boring snacks for something more special!

Stuffed Pizza Cones

It is a good fit for the times when your pizza’s topping gives in to gravity and leaves you with a greased slab of pizza base and the missed movie lines. For the night that will include four people, you will need:

– 1 sheet of round pizza dough
– Grated cheese
– Pizza sauce
– Onions
– Pepper
– Pepperoni slices

Fold the paper in half across its width, then fold it again the same way to form a rectangle. Take one of the corners on the length of the folded paper and fold it across to the other long side, so you have a trapezium. Now take the free corner and fold the paperback on itself, so it forms a kite shape. Press the paper into a cone and fold the corners sticking out at the top inside of it. Wrap the cone in baking parchment. Make four of them.

Cut the pizza dough crossways into four identical portions. Roll each piece around a paper cone. Then, stand the cones upside down on a baking tray and bake it for 20 minutes at 360°F. Once they cool down a little, remove the paper cones.

Filling the cone can be set up in the right way up in a glass. Start with a small amount of cheese, add a tablespoon of pizza sauce, onion slices, chop some pepper, and add pepperoni slices. Even more cheese on top is always welcome. Bake the cones for another 5 minutes at 360°F. Yummy!

Ice-Cream Bites

15 portions will require:

– Ice-cream, any flavor, softened
– 2 cups of chocolate chips (about 350 g)
– ½ cup of coconut oil (120 mL). It’s better to use refined for a neutral taste
– ⅓ cup of crispy rice cereal (10 g)

Spread out softened ice cream on a wax paper-lined baking tray. Cover it with wax paper and press down to evenly spread and smooth. Freeze overnight. Remove ice cream from the tray, peel off the wax paper and cut into bite-size squares. Return to the freezer until ready to dip.

Microwave 2 cups (350 g) of chocolate chips with ½ cup (100 grams) coconut oil for 90 seconds, stopping to stir every 30, until melted and smooth. Allow the chocolate mixture to reach room temperature. Mix in rice cereal. Coat ice cream cubes in chocolate mixture and place them in a freezer to harden up.

Lemongrass Iced Tea

For those who prefer non-alcohol refreshing drinks, this movie night cocktail will be a great choice. You will need:

– 4 cups chamomile tea
– 2 cups lemon juice
– 1/2 cup lime juice
– 1/2 cup sugar
– Whole lemongrass

You have to work faster than usual to combine the tea, fruit juice, and sugar in a large pitcher. Once done, add the whole lemongrass and let the mixture stay in the fridge for several hours. Remove the lemongrass before serving.

Pour the drink over a fancy cup filled with the ice cubes. It will not only be a great refreshment but will fill you with the energy to stay awake and focused all through the movie night!

Enjoy your night with recipes from Nerdify 🙂

Believe it or not – we had quite a debate at Nerdify reviews when we had to choose only seven of the most unusual universities worldwide where the international students can get a prestigious degree. We have intentionally chosen the entries that may be not so famous for the masses, yet they represent a great opportunity to travel and learn about unique world cultures. Isn’t it just great to study in the middle of a beautiful forest or to join a university with a laboratory that shapes the future? Of course, it is up to you to decide! Just remember that great life opportunities for international students with amazing scholarships and exchange programs are worth checking out!

Universidad de Los Andes, Colombia.

If your future degree deals with Latin America, Conflict Resolution, Tourism, Business Management or Spanish language, there is no better fit than joining Uniandes. A unique university campus located in the middle of Bogota’s historical center, surrounded by the beautiful mountains, open-air terraces, modern gym, labs, computers, classes, and probably the most delicious food ever! Join this wonderful world even for a week and you won’t regret the choice!

University of Houston, USA.

As one of the best public research universities in the United States, it offers innovative and unusual programs like Master of Science in Foresight. What it means in practice is that one learns how to shape the future and share the ideas to make a positive change. If you have heard about how professional futurists work, this may sound close to you. If not, however, you can join this amazing program to see how major businesses all over the world follow the influencers and listen to motivational resources on a daily basis.

The Evergreen State College, USA.

While this institution may be virtually unknown to the general public, it offers one of the most unique degrees and departments that deal with somatic studies. In most of our nerdify review posts, we aim to connect education, healthcare, psychology, and arts to explain the way things work. Just the same way, somatic studies course invites both American and international students to learn about mindfulness and the vital connections of mind and body that is so crucial in the digital age.

La Trobe University For Molecular Science, Australia.

Based in Melbourne, this unique university is an institute that researches applied sciences, quantum mechanics, the molecular sciences, and architecture of the future. While it sounds complex and only suitable for the geeks, we at nerdify reviews can prove you otherwise because this amazing university offers a 3D modeling course and an opportunity to learn about how all the SFX in Hollywood movies are made!

The Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.

Ranging from Computer Sciences, Programming, School of Art, and Design & Media, this particular university fascinates with the great scenery that reminds of a Sci-Fi movie scene. Joining the campus feels like a trip to the future where a student is allowed to shape the way everything looks and functions. The ideas and innovations are implemented right on the spot, so you are free to test your knowledge in practice. It is truly an experience to remember! So, if you are a geek like us or an aspiring inventor, give it a try!

OCAD University, Canada.

A great place for international students to learn art and design. As Canada’s largest and oldest school for all things Arts, it offers unique courses for those who want to try something different and learn mostly with the help of team presentations, participation in the world’s exhibitions or the fashion shows. Of course, some assignments will have to be written, yet it takes a free form where a student has to show dedication and passion for the subject.

University of Helsinki, Finland.

As we shape our Nerdify reviews, we always turn to scientific publications and look for universities that offer a great research base. One of them is the University of Helsinki, which serves more than 17.000 international students and produces around 10.000 publications a year. Yet, what makes it unique is a great location. This is where the past and the present meet as the Gothic, Neoclassical, and Countryside styles mix with the present and high-tech architecture. Then, there is a Senate Square with its Modernist approach that is worth the entry place alone. If you are up for research and getting your works published, look no further!

Language Courses & Scholarships

If the idea of studying abroad sounds frightening to you, do not be! There are always great language courses for foreign students and, in some cases, entire courses are taught in English. Moreover, there are special scholarships and accommodation help programs that must be studied before you decide on the program that fits your objectives.