The Hocking College Experience

Learning How To Deal With Failure

Taking on college studies is a big change from high school or the working world, and — like any major transition into a new area — that means it’s full of opportunities to stumble and fail.

Success might always look the same, but there are so many different ways to fail.

Whether you fail a test, a whole class, or you struggle with a personal failure in a relationship or passion project, it stings. Failure is painful, but learning how to cope with bumps in the road — both little potholes and big detours — will help you learn from your mistakes and come out stronger for them.

How To Apply for Scholarships

Are you interested in getting free money to pay for college? Of course you are!

Stay Healthy in College: Dining Hall Hacks

Walking around your college dining hall, you may find that people aren't eating healthy. It's understandable.

French fries, and steak and cheese sandwiches do tempt. Oh, and you can't forget about the bacon in the morning (yummy bacon!).

Become a Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate Offers Opportunities

Growing up, did all of your favorite toys have a Tonka logo on them? Would you feel more comfortable working outdoors on a busy construction site than stuck in an office? Would you describe yourself as being “mechanically inclined"? If so, then perhaps it’s time for you to consider pursing a Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate at Hocking College!

Benefits of Taking a Gap Year After Graduation

Taking a gap year -- basically a year-long break after graduating -- has become increasingly popular. For new college graduates in particular, taking a gap year means putting off getting that first post-college job in favor of traveling, interning, or just relaxing for a year. If you haven’t considered this option and want to determine if it’s right for you, here’s what you need to know about the problems and benefits of taking a gap year. 

6 Ways to Help You Save Money in College

Feel like there's never enough money and you're always struggling to make ends meet? You're not alone. With rising tuition costs as well as rising living expenses, it can be a struggle to meet your basic needs and still enjoy your time as a college student.

What to Pack For College: 7 Things You Didn't Know You Needed

You need to prepare for college if you are going to effortlessly make the transition from living at home to living in a dorm.

The Search Is On: Find A Job After College

As you head into your final year or semester of college, you face a new challenge: the job search. The search to finding a job after college can feel like a job in itself, but there are resources to help guide you to success.

Here’s how to get organized to find the career of your dreams.