Most people who want to study abroad think about where they’re going, their financial limitations, what to pack and who is going to be their travel partner. But for students with special needs or certain types of challenges, international travel can be a time consuming and seemingly impossible challenge of its own. It’s well-known American laws and regulations allow for alternative travel arrangements that international counter-parts haven’t implemented on the same scale. So if you assume you’re going to find accomodating seating arrangements, accessibility ramps and adequate door sizes for …

For many students, August marks the start of back to school shopping for new kicks and 3 ring binders. But those living at college for the first time must also think about the creature comforts of home that’ll not only be sorely missed, but make studying, entertaining and general everyday living more enjoyable. Of course you can buy things after you arrive, but why spend the money on something when you already have it at home?
So I’ve scanned the web to compile the best ideas out there to create the …

Over the past few months, select FolioFLY student members had the opportunity to work on an incredible real world publishing initiative. Those members were selected to write for an important promotional book for the hotel industry, and not only enjoyed a first class resume builder, but also learned some important business etiquettes along the way.
And even though it’s sometimes difficult to learn from someone else’s experiences, I thought I’d share a few of the lessons this particular group of students found eye-opening – something that you just can’t learn in …

 A parent recently told me her son’s teacher refused to let him submit a project in a different format that was more interesting to him, because “she doesn’t teach that way”. The high schooler asked if he could do the same project to achieve the same lesson objective, but through a creative writing instead, since this is where his interest lies. The student’s mother contacted the teacher who confirmed her son’s story – she would NOT consider any other project format for any of her lessons.
So the mother contacted the …

It’s college campus tour time again! Parents are excited about their kids taking the next big step, and kids are thrilled about stepping out on their own. But past all the excitement, A LOT of effort needs to go into selecting a college. This isn’t something to be taken lightly. If it is… valuable time and money may be lost.
So can choosing the wrong college be avoided? YES!! Especially with today’s modern technology and access to information there’s no need to get stuck with a bad pick. Here are some …