Freesources
As a member of the Purchase community, you have access to an assortment of free resources, or “freesources.” Each freesource featured on this page is designed to improve your experience at Purchase and guide you to long-term success as a member of our community.
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Learning while Interning? Finding a quality internship |
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Internships can give you an insider’s view of a career field, an opportunity to apply learning outside the classroom, develop career skills and grow your professional competencies. The academic internship program at Purchase College is designed to give students practical experience in their area of academic study or in other fields of interest. Once you locate potential internships on Purchase JobScore (or other site), the Career Development Center team encourages you to evaluate the internship description as an opportunity for hands on learning. Find out the expectations, the training and supervision provided, if it’s for credit, and/or other compensation, and reflect on the nature this potential learning experience. Find out more by visiting our Academic Internship Program guide for next steps and to learn now to complete a Learning Contract to register your internship. Visit Purchase JobScore as a resource to apply to a spring (there is still time to land a great spring internship) or summer internship. Spring Internship Registration Deadline: February 5th |
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Budgeting for College Students |
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Creating a budget may sound intimidating or complicated, especially if you’re a college student managing your expenses for the first time. The task becomes even more complex because money often comes in and goes out at certain times of the year. By setting and sticking to a budget you’ll be less likely to overspend and maintain financial stress. Read on to learn how to create a budget that works for you and to find tips and tools to help you develop healthy financial habits. |
| Social Wellness |
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Social Wellness is the ability to develop and maintain a diversity of supportive and healthy relationships. The foundation of any relationship is self-love/self-compassion and empathy, the awareness of self and awareness of other…in other words emotional intelligence. Many agree that the basic characteristics of a healthy relationship includes respect, honesty, trust and communication. |
| Managing Time |
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Time is one of our most important resources. Effective time management is a skill most people need to make the most out of their personal and professional lives. To a college student, it can make the difference between a mediocre and a superior performance. Here are some to help you manage you time at college. |
| Love Your Body |
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Did you know that it your brain requires about 20% (300-400 calories) of your daily caloric intake just to function? Healthy eating is not just for physical wellness; it also helps our intellectual and emotional wellness. Restricting intake or poor eating can negatively impact how we see or what we think about our body. If you are noticing that your body image thoughts, anxiety or self-imposed rules are affecting your ability to eat, you may be developing some disordered eating (also here). Loving and accepting your body and your unique shape is important for you! |
| Studying Efficiently |
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Being properly organized and prepared for tests and exams can make all the difference to school performance. Effective studying starts with the right attitude—a positive outlook can shift studying from a punishment to an opportunity to learn. Here are some tips and resources that may help you study stronger and ace that next exam. |
| Test Taking Tips |
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Being prepared for your upcoming test/quiz/exam will help you pass that exam with flying colors. Knowing how to best prepare for certain types of exams: true/false, multiple choice, essays, etc. will give you the edge you need to know how to navigate those tests. Here are some tips that will guide you through different test types and increase your confidence. |
| Reading Textbooks Effectively |
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A large amount of your college reading consists of reading and learning the information in textbooks. Sections are clearly divided and subdivided into boldface print and italics; study questions often come at the end of the chapter; charts and illustrations usually represent the most important facts and concepts discussed in the chapter; and usually the style of textbook material is straightforward. With the right system, reading textbook material can prove to be a worthwhile study experience. |
| Prescription Drug Misuse |
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According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2017), 139,000 college age people report misuse of prescription medication. These prescriptions are responsible for many of the overdose statistics on college campuses. The majority of prescription misuse in college originates from students sharing unused medications with others. Sharing prescriptions that are controlled substances (opioids, benzodiazepines, amphetamines) is a misdemeanor offense, and can be felony in certain cases. 4/27 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and Purchase will offer depositories for meds you no longer need. |
| Study Groups Tips |
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With finals weeks just around the corner, you have probably been thinking about the most ideal way to form an effective study group for those exams coming up. Here are some tips that may help you conduct a more productive study group session. |
| Impaired Driving |
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The average cost of a in Westchester County is $10,000 in penalties and legal fees; not to mention the life-long criminal record that can impact all sorts of opportunities over one’s life. Impaired driving does not just include drinking, but includes all substances that impair motor functioning. For example, in Colorado where recreational marijuana use is legal, the state has been a 12% increase in motor vehicle deaths when a driver has tested positive for marijuana use since legislation passed in 2009. Stay safe and make smart choices as impaired driving rates increase during graduation time! |
Keep Purch Well: A Wellness Update for Purchase Students
We live in a culture that teaches us to produce and move nonstop to seize the day. We throw around phrases like, “No pain, no gain!” Many people don’t value rest, taking breaks, or slowing down. Do you ever find yourself bragging about getting the least amount of sleep, or having so much to do in a short period of time?
Imagine if instead we were bragging about getting everything done while still feeling energized? With practice and upping your self-awareness, wellness is more accessible than you think!
| What is Self Care? |
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Self-care can be defined in many ways. Simply, it is “prioritizing my physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health and wellness.” Regardless of how it is defined, the key point is that self-care promotes balance, mindfulness, and authenticity in your life. It encourages you to notice what gives you energy, and what takes your energy away, all to take steps toward feeling good. Self-care means you get to be a more thriving version of yourself. |
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How Do I Thrive? |
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Thriving = Having a balance of the things in your life that are important to you, and taking care of yourself enough to maintain this balance. While self-care is displayed in the media as “treat yo’ self” and manicures, to achieve positive results, it actually goes much deeper. Self-care sometimes feels fun, and sometimes feels uncomfortable. Both are equally important parts of self-care. You can’t have one without the other. |
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Why Does it Matter? |
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Not only does “no pain, no gain” not feel very good, but pushing through the pain has damaging consequences like burn-out and stress, which can lead to strained relationships, sickness, and poorer performance in school and work. Turns out, the opposite is actually true: When we have more attention on taking epic care of ourselves, we achieve much more and it feels a lot better. |
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What Does Self Care Look Like? Is It the Same for Everyone? |
SELF-CARE INVOLVES “PRESENT YOU” TAKING CARE OF “FUTURE YOU” BY DOING THINGS LIKE:
Are you surprised that these are considered self-care? BUT IT’S UNCOMFORTABLE!
If it’s uncomfortable, congratulations! You’re doing it right. |
What Is the Difference Between Uncomfortable and Unsafe? |
DISCOMFORT:When you’re uncomfortable, you may feel your heart beating a little louder, have some nervous thoughts, or feel unsure or all at once. This is normal and okay: It means you can feel the growth that is available through this experience. You are mostly able to stay present and sit with the feeling of discomfort by reaching for tools like deep breathing, a fidgeting toy, or talking to someone you like and trust. The discomfort is temporary and will slowly relax as you get used to this new activity over time. Everyone has a different tolerance for discomfort: It may feel very extreme, or you may notice it subtly in the background. You may feel uncomfortable speaking in front of the class, having a conversation about your needs with your roommate, or visiting the Counseling Center for the first time. Discomfort means let’s keep moving, slowly! UNSAFE:Because some discomfort can be intense, it’s easy to mistake it for being unsafe. When you’re unsafe, there is a threat posed to your physical or emotional foundation. If you remain where you are, the consequences are severe and less temporary. When you lose safety, it’s impossible to grow, learn, or thrive. You can tell if you’re unsafe because you may feel confused or “out of your body.” In a lack of safety, you may find yourself in fight or flight. When you’re unsafe, you may be unable to place your attention anywhere else outside of the threat you are experiencing. Unsafety means stop everything and get to safety! |
Published March 2019; Hailey Marino, Office of Community Engagement Resident Coordinator