Posts by Ronnie Piper
Transferring Colleges After One Year: One Student’s Journey
I Found a New Home and a Place to Grow at UST Alyssa Barnes, transfer student Editor’s Note: University of St. Thomas student Alyssa Barnes (MAJOR YEAR) knows all about transferring to the University of St. Thomas in Houston: She made the transition after her freshman year at another institution. She shares her story in…
Read MoreWhy UST in Houston is My Home Away From Home | Campus Life at UST
Editor’s Note: Living on campus at the University of St. Thomas in Houston is a formative experience for hundreds of freshmen each year. Resident assistant Joveline Ollero (Cooperative Engineering, YEAR) tells us why campus life at UST played such an important role in her college experience. Leaving home was a scary and exciting experience, but…
Read MoreNo Cellphones or Alcohol Please… Etiquette Tips for the Business World
Growing up, my parents always taught me polite table manners, and after attending the University of St. Thomas Annual Etiquette Dinner and Networking Event on Feb. 24, I realized I still have something to learn. For example, I usually carry a clutch to dinner but if I happen to have my big daily purse then…
Read MoreEating Well and Staying Active in College
For most students, college is a time of change, exploration and growth. Being on your own for the first time away from home can be a challenge, but it can also be the best time of your life and an opportunity to build healthy habits that will last a lifetime. Many students will see some…
Read MoreTime Management App Ideas for College Students | UST
If you’re about to take the leap into college life, there will be a lot to learn and manage. It’s important to know how to handle everything, so we’ve put together this reference guide with what we feel are the best college apps that can help students stay organized, and ultimately help simplify their life.…
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