Carthage Compass: College Blog

Carthage Compass: A Blog About Navigating College Life
Welcome to Carthage Compass, a blog about campus life, academics, and everything in between. From exploring different majors and advice from current students to dorm room decorating ideas and tips on making friends, we cover it all to help you navigate your college adventure!
Blog Posts
10 high-paying majors you may not know about
Read More “10 high-paying majors you may not know about”Some lesser-known areas of study, like criminal justice or computer science, are great majors that can provide fulfilling and successful careers.
Questions to ask when choosing a college
Read More “Questions to ask when choosing a college”To help prospective students in their college research, we compiled a list of the most asked questions about college.
6 perks of attending a college with small classes
Read More “6 perks of attending a college with small classes”With a student-to-faculty ratio of just 13:1 and an average class size of 16, students at Carthage will not get lost in the college crowd.
Guide to double majoring in college
Read More “Guide to double majoring in college”Choosing a college major can feel like a big decision — especially if you’re interested in more than one field. The good news is, you don’t have to choose just one.
Dorm room decorating ideas
Read More “Dorm room decorating ideas”Looking for some great ways to turn your dorm room into a cozy, comfortable home away from home?
Best places to study abroad in college
Read More “Best places to study abroad in college”Attending college is all about broadening your horizons and trying new things, and students can do that through Carthage’s J-Term study tours!
Different types of business majors
Read More “Different types of business majors”If you’re interested in a career with limitless opportunities, a degree in business is the way to go. Carthage’s School of Business and Economics offers a variety of different majors.
College majors that make a difference
Read More “College majors that make a difference”Interested in learning how you can make a difference? Discover majors that can impact the community and the world around you.
12 ways to make friends in college
Read More “12 ways to make friends in college”How exactly do you make those lifelong friends everybody’s always talking about? Here are some tips.
8 pieces of the best advice for incoming freshmen
Read More “8 pieces of the best advice for incoming freshmen”Current Carthage students give great advice for students entering their first year of college.
Best study tips for college students
Read More “Best study tips for college students”Here are eight effective study tips, brought to you by Carthage students, to help you be successful in your classes.
6 strategies for finding the perfect major
Read More “6 strategies for finding the perfect major”Finding the perfect major isn’t always easy. We asked Carthage students how they found the right major for them. Here is their advice.
What is minoring in college?
Read More “What is minoring in college?”A minor allows you to dive deeper into topics you love, gain valuable skills, and create a more well-rounded education without the commitment of taking on an additional major.
20 things to check off your Carthage bucket list
Read More “20 things to check off your Carthage bucket list”Ðǿմ«Ã½ is packed with exciting, memorable experiences that make student life anything but ordinary.
Things to do at Carthage in your downtime
Read More “Things to do at Carthage in your downtime”The beauty of college? You get to make your own schedule, finding time between classes to do what you want. How should you spend that precious downtime?
Absolutely perfect campus spots
Read More “Absolutely perfect campus spots”We asked Carthage students: What’s your favorite spot on campus? Read their responses!
Most loved on-campus jobs
Read More “Most loved on-campus jobs”Student employees are an integral part of the Carthage team. Each position helps students gain transferable skills they can apply to future careers.
Carthage professors students love
Read More “Carthage professors students love”At Carthage, some of your most meaningful relationships are with the people who push you hardest.
20 reasons to love Ðǿմ«Ã½
Read More “20 reasons to love Ðǿմ«Ã½”From our liberal arts education to our small class sizes to our devoted faculty, there are a lot of reasons to love Ðǿմ«Ã½. Here are 20!
Favorite student organizations at Carthage
Read More “Favorite student organizations at Carthage”There are more than 130 student clubs and organizations at Carthage, and they all provide great ways for students to form friendships, get involved, or simply have fun.
Coolest classes at Carthage
Read More “Coolest classes at Carthage”At Carthage, you can take classes that you might not have known existed. Whether you want to learn about ballet, game development, or insects, Carthage has you covered.
Favorite places to study at Carthage
Read More “Favorite places to study at Carthage”Carthage has many incredible facilities and a variety of places for students to study.
Why students chose Carthage
Read More “Why students chose Carthage”From our small class sizes and welcoming community to our wonderful lake views and location, students shared a lot of reasons why they chose to come to Carthage.
20 reasons to love Carthage’s location
Read More “20 reasons to love Carthage’s location”From our wonderful lake views to quick access to Chicago and Milwaukee, students shared a lot of reasons why they love Carthage’s location.
8 great Kenosha spots for Carthage students
Read More “8 great Kenosha spots for Carthage students”Located on the Lake Michigan waterfront, the historic city of Kenosha offers a wide variety of dining options, events, and activities for students to enjoy.























