Roycroft Michaela

I have a love of reading and writing, in addition to my many hobbies and loves; some of which include animals, baking & cooking, family, and art. I have a knack/passion for sharing good information with cool people like you. My major at SUNY Ulster is Communications in Media Arts and I plan to go far with it. My mantra is something like, the world is full of happiness and opportunity if you are only willing to open up and accept it.

Why Taking Hand-Written Notes Makes You a Better Student

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When you take good notes in class, you have a study tool that’s sure to help you get better grades. The way you take those notes can also determine your likelihood to sink or swim in a class. As it turns out, the old-fashioned method, using a pen and pad, is superior in terms of … Read more

Water: the Most Important Liquid in Your Life.

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Water makes up most of our bodies so, needless to say, it’s pretty important. While it may be something you shrug off when you’re told that you need more of, read on for some surprising reasons why drinking more water can improve your life fast and easily. Brain Function Booster = Water There is one … Read more

Start Your Own Business After Your Studies

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Originally Written by Kayleigh AlexandraMicrostartups.org Starting a business is a goal that lots of students share while they are getting their degree. Some have the fire and motivation to make their dream business a reality. Students who complete college to continue onto the path of entrepreneurship are bold path blazers, at least they have to … Read more

How Making Art Affects You as a Student

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“I don’t listen to what art critics say. I don’t know anybody who needs a critic to find out what art is”. ~Jean-Michael Bassquiat It’s the first thing to be underfunded and ignored in terms of educational value. Is this societal disregard for art justifiable? As a matter of fact, no. Having art programs present … Read more

Choosing The Right Classes For Your Future.

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Some people dive into college with set intentions, knowing exactly what they will choose and graduate with, and that’s great! Then there’s the rest of us. It can be hard to fill up your semester’s class schedule. Especially when you aren’t sure where your time and energy would best be spent. The big idea is … Read more