One of the most popular methods that these students utilize is partying. You cannot have the classic college experience without a little bit of partying right?

Now I am not talking about the typical house party or a small gathering. I am talking about partying at a nightclub.

To ensure that you are not partying the wrong way, here are 10 things that you should know when you are partying at a nightclub.

1. KNOW YOUR LIMIT

You do not want to be known as the person that has to get carried out of the club by your friends, or be the reason your friends have to stop having a good time because they have to babysit you.

Having a couple of drinks is fine, yes, but please know your limit. Do not let anyone peer pressure you into drinking beyond your limit.

2. DO NOT BE A CREEP

Everyone knows that there are an abundance of attractive people that go clubbing.

It is fine to approach them and to try and engage in a conversation. But please know boundaries and read the room. Do not do anything to make them feel uncomfortable.

3. DO NOT USE THE RESTROOM WITHOUT WASHING YOUR HANDS

So many people are in a hurry to get back to partying that they forget about basic hygiene.

On top of that they are grabbing drinks, shaking people’s hands, and touching other people with unwashed hands. Please be considerate of others.

4. DON’T LEAVE YOUR HOUSE LOOKING LIKE A MESS

Make sure you dress appropriately. Yes this is Guam, but don’t come to the club in your pajamas.

Do not come dressed in something that you typically would not leave your house in. Not to say that you need to dress to impress, but please have a little pride in your appearance.

5. DO NOT JUST STAND AROUND ON THE DANCE FLOOR

If you are on the dance floor, please dance.

If you do not want to, then there is plenty of space outside the dance floor for people to hang
out. The sole purpose of the DJ and the dance floor is for people to express themselves and have a good time with their friends, so do not stand in the way of people doing that.

6. DO NOT CROWD THE DJ BOOTH

DJs spend a lot of time and money honing their craft and it would be difficult for them to do their job if you are constantly in their space and keep them from performing at a proficient level.

Their equipment is also very expensive so you do not want to be the person that spills a drink on their equipment, or knocks over their equipment.

7. BE NICE TO YOUR BARTENDERS

The bartenders work hard to serve hundreds of people at a fast pace throughout the night. They have to make so many different drinks without really catching a break.

Yes the line may be long or your drink takes a while to make, but please try not to give them a hard time. One more thing,

Please tip your bartenders

8. SHOOT YOUR SHOT

There is plenty of time in the night to make that move.

Do not be that person who finally gathers up the courage when they are in the parking lot and
getting ready to go home. Shoot your shot while you are there already. The worst thing they can say is no, so just do it.

9. DO NOT BE DISRESPECTFUL TO THE PEOPLE YOU ENCOUNTER

You never know who could be having a bad day or a bad night. Egos tend to clash the club but be the bigger person in any situation, especially when there is alcohol involved and people are already not thinking straight.

Respect goes a long way and disrespect will only get you so far.

10. DON’T GET INTO A FIGHT

In relation to number nine, being disrespectful at any point can potentially lead to fighting. A fight is the last thing you want to happen because it ruins the entire atmosphere.

Now there is security dragging people out of the club, the DJs have to stop the music, the police show up, and the club can potentially get shut down for the night.

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We asked three University of Guam students on how they are feeling during midterms and the ways they manage their stress.

Waynuel Caraig, a Secondary Education Major and English Minor at the University of Guam shares his experience with midterms. 

“I would say the main cause of it is just the sheer amount of things I have to do on top of midterms. With six classes at school plus extra hours at work, it feels like I have so little time to really put as much effort as I would like into studying,” said Caraig.

“Personally, stress feels like an unbearable weight on my chest with a mix of panic,” said Raianne Quichocho, an Integrative Biology major at the University of Guam. “Sometimes it affects my abilities to complete daily tasks because I am so worried about the thing I am stressing about.”

Caraig and Quichocho  agree that attempting to balance their classes while studying for midterms causes them to experience immense amounts of stress, which is why it is important for students to take care of their mental health, especially after these challenging times.

“I really just sit back and enjoy the time I have before the next thing. Whether that be going out with friends, playing video games, skateboarding, or even just sitting down doing nothing. Once I press that last submit button, I just go back to life as normal,” says Caraig.

Though some students get to relax after midterms, others like Alyssa Dela Cruz, a Communications Major at the University of Guam are forced to utilize their time to prepare for the final half of the semester. 

“Ideally I sleep or do things I usually do not have time for, but there are usually things to prepare for the second half of the semester that could take up my time,” said Dela Cruz.

Caraig, Quichocho, and Dela Cruz shared a few insights into how other students can relax and unwind after the end of their midterms.

Quichocho suggests, “To take lots of breaks and make time to do what you love. Even if it’s only a few minutes a day, that short amount of time can really alter your mood. For example, going on a short walk can be a great stress reliever.”

“The best thing someone can do for themselves is just to build a really solid support system. Whether that be friends, family, co-workers, a significant other, etc. Other people can make a huge difference in helping you not go insane when you’re overwhelmed. While you should not rely on everyone else to solve your problems, it is nice to have a little help sometimes,” says Caraig.

Dela Cruz leaves students with an important message, “Make sure you’re making time for things that make you happy. Treat managing your mental health like it is a responsibility because it is.”

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The University of Guam (UOG) policy requires that students must declare a major once 30 college credits have been completed, so for those of you who have yet to reach that goal, there is still time for exploration.

The First-Year Seminar Course, or FY101, might not sound like the most important class, but two of UOG’s Senior Student Academic Counseling Specialists and FY101 professors, Joann Sudo and Cyaundra Shimizu Quitugua, share their thoughts as to why they believe FY101 is a vital part of having a successful freshman year and future at UOG.

Sudo and Quitugua acknowledge the fact that most students come into UOG not knowing what is needed to attain a degree.

“As undeclared advisors, we completely understand a lot of the anxiety that goes into graduating from high school and then not knowing their footing when it comes to the college experience,” Sudo shared. “As First-Year Seminar instructors, we allow and support students to explore the different degree programs that are offered here at UOG.”

The class grants students four to five months of exploration. It provides students with an insight of what their futures will look like based on what degree they may want to pursue.

Both Sudo and Quitugua take the time to introduce valuable resources to narrow down options for students in each of their FY101 classes. The professors ensure to provide as much as they can from sharing personal knowledge to available contact information.

“We become that resource for them,” Sudo states. “We’re going to give you anything and everything you need to know to be successful in your first year.”

One of the resources FY101 introduces to students is the Career Development Office, or CDO, which can help students with identifying what their strengths and interests are. Once detecting their prospective path, students can be directed onto courses fitting to them at UOG as well as into their prospective career fields.

For students who might be leaning towards a major but are still not one hundred percent sure, it is still important to take the right steps when choosing classes. 

“Even though you’re undeclared, take these courses,” Quitugua adds in response to how she wants to guide students who are still unsure of their degree. “These are the courses that you need to fulfill the major that you think you want to take or you want to study.”

Sudo and Quitugua have been described as ‘lenient college moms’ who know that at a certain point they need to start pushing their kids–students–to make the final adult decisions.

It is through FY101 that these instructors are able to get to know their students and help cultivate a curriculum that best fits each of them.

If you would like to contact either Professor Sudo or Quitugua for any further information, both have contact information available on the UOG Directory. During the regular hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Professor Sudo encourages students seeking any information to visit the Triton Welcome Center. The center is located to the left of the fieldhouse and there are also student workers available if it is preferable to speak to a peer over an advisor.

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Their mission is to help pave the direction of future leaders that will carry the legacy of the University and amount a positive influence on the next generation of learners through the support of donor scholarships and interpersonal connections.

Whilst the organization supports the students and the institution, their power is fueled by the generous donations of other private contributions to support them in thriving the amount of great faculty, innovative learning environments, and the educational experiences of every student climbing towards a successful future.

Today, they are featured to get the word of the foundation around for students who seek interest in gaining scholarships and engaging in sociably-rewarding programs.

“G” is for Giving

The UOG Endowment lives vicariously through “G” is for Giving and continues to spread the contagiousness of generosity throughout our island community.

The campaign was developed to reach a goal of $35,000 annually that would benefit the versatility of student scholarships, research, and programs.

In spirit of international day of giving, they produced “Giving Tuesday” where student organizations come out and receive donations gifted to the foundation.

This year, they also launched Triton Twos-Day where people supported the foundation by their donation choice of $2, $22, $222, or $2,222 and celebrated with food truck tacos catered by Mangan671.

With apparel company Opake, they announced their new line of limited edition “G” is for Giving t-shirts.

“This symbolizes the act of giving in such a manner as to grow and benefit a community.  It is reminiscent of planting a seed that will grow and bear fruit for the future”

UOG Endowment Foundation

The foundation has built relationships with many well-rounded people and fellow organizations that had “caught this fever”. Some of them are now the institution’s biggest donors who are providing a lending hand for the long run.

UOGEF’s Executive Director Tries to Reach Out to Students

Katrina Perez has been a part of the UOG Endowment Foundation since July of 2017 when she first entered as the team’s accounts manager.

She was announced executive director in 2019 by the Board of Directors, knowing the confidence and trust they have developed with her would take the foundation even further.

Along the way, she learned that students tend to miss the opportunity of scholarships offered under the UOGEF. Each year it surprises them with the fraction of applications received compared to those actually enrolled.

The executive director does not let this go unnoticed and encourages students to know the foundation is always there when students need them.

Perez said, “I get that some become so focused on their schoolwork throughout the semester, that they forget that there are these scholarships that can help them.”

“Some know about them, but they lose that motivation to fill out an application due to their stress and mental health .”

She continued, “I want to reach out to every student possible with the support being provided from our foundation.”

If you are a student having a difficult time searching for eligible scholarships, ineligible with FAFSA, or in a situation of financial hardships, always be sure to stay on the lookout for the UOG Endowment Foundation’s scholarships to avoid missing any opportunities where you can possibly receive a full semester’s worth of tuition funds.

More information can be found on their main web page: https://give.uog.edu/

Celebrating Their Ruby Year

The year 2022 marks 40 years of the foundation since founded in April 1982 by Jesus S. Leon Guerrero. Amid preparing for their 40^th gala, the team reflects the impact of the foundation on their lives as they continue to impact others’.

The Endowment Foundation remains the secret weapon for representing the best version of the University of Guam through its students, faculty, staff, administration, and much more who contribute to the university.

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Students can now access Handshake, a platform partnered with the University of Guam, to connect to an internship, part-time job, and full-time job opportunities. 

In a 2017 survey, 87% of UOG undergraduate students said their internships helped prepare them for the workplace and using Handshake makes this more easily accessible for us students. 

To use the platform, students simply need to create an account on UOG’s Handshake website, and fill in the information as accurately and as complete as possible. New signees can provide basic personal information upon sign-up, such as gender and race. 

Career questions asked upon signing up personalizes available job and internship recommendations for each student. Cities preferred to work in and fields of interest are some questions that curate these recommendations. I personally answered that I am open to work in any city and chose to be connected to companies in the field of Media and Journalism.  

Handshake also asks students to provide which company traits they look for in an employer, job positions they may want, and of course any academic courses and skills that can add to their portfolio. 

Handshake is simple and easy to use. Students can open the website on their browsers or download the application onto their mobile devices. After answering the questions and creating their profiles, students can chat with their potential employers directly on Handshake. 

The availability of different opportunities on this platform makes it an ideal stepping stone for students who might not have options for jobs or internships yet. In addition to its accessibility, Handshake is not only limited to students but open to employers to sign up and find people to recruit. 

UOG students can start making their profiles as early as now using their student email on https://uog.joinhandshake.com.

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In other news, local stores and businesses have been victims of robberies, some even being held at gunpoint.  

While one can’t anticipate when they will find themselves in a dangerous situation like these, it’s still a good idea to be prepared for one.  

Local small business, Pretty Little Thing by Candy, offers self-defense keys chains for customers who are 18 years or older. The shop offers sets of different products from safety alarms, portable pocket knives, portable window breakers and many more. All products can be useful in dangerous situations, but are strictly for defensive purposes.  

Customers are encouraged to do their own research on these products before use, to avoid even further harm. To learn more or to place an order follow @prettylittlethingbycandy671 on Instagram, or visit their shop at Agana Shopping Center on the second floor, stall #41A.  

Another local business, Steel Athletics offers self-defense classes from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to Kickboxing, and more. Beginners are encouraged to sign up and come into classes early to learn mat etiquette. Visit https://steelathleticsguam.com/martial-arts-classes/ to see the different pricing plans and class schedules they offer.  

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College can serve as an excellent opportunity to gather the knowledge and expertise that students need in order to start a new job. As a result, going to college and getting an internship frequently go together. 

Internships are three-way collaborations between a higher education institution, a job (internship) site, and a student intern. Internships allow students to apply what they have learned in class to a real-world situation while also working in a professional environment.   

Lei, Simon A., and Yin, Dean conducted a study in 2019 that stated that this hands-on learning experience allows students to work directly with a college course instructor and an internship employer, fostering community-college relationships.  

Internships can be an excellent approach to demonstrate to institutions that you have prior experience in your chosen industry. 

It can either be an advantage on your resume or a red flag if your internship has nothing to do with what you are studying or accomplishing professionally.  

Internships can be difficult to come by, and the majority of them are unpaid. Of course, if you have the time, you can work and volunteer at the same time.  

Oftentimes, students are required or highly encouraged to write periodic learning diaries, a final written report, and a final oral presentation in order to acquire internship credit hours at the end of an academic semester.  

Here is an overview of some of the guidelines from a study done by the Ohio State University to help achieve successful internships: https://newark.osu.edu/assets/newark/uploads/Student%20Life/student_internship_handbook.pdf

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As an upperclassman, I felt pressured to start thinking about my future career path. Yet, just like other students that work, I also felt pressure to start making some sort of income as soon as possible. After some research, I landed on the idea of getting into Real Estate while still attending school.  

I watched a couple YouTube videos of people my age who were getting into real estate and thought, this would be a walk in the park. If I had known back then what I know now, I would travel back to stop myself from making such a rash decision.  

Real estate is a great and competitive field, but if your experience is anything like mine, and you’re only hoping for some fast cash, you’re in for a rude awakening. Real estate agents work for a commission based on their sales versus a bi-weekly salary. In other words, if you don’t make a sale you don’t make any money.  

To become a real estate agent, you need to fulfill multiple requirements that cost a number of fees. First requirement is to be 18 years or older and a U.S. resident. Next, you would need to enroll in a pre-licensing course that satisfies the 30-hour requirement.  

The two courses offered on Guam are the National Institute of Continuing Education and Guam Real Estate Academy and Training. Fees to enroll can range from $500-550.  

After completing the course and obtaining your certificate, you would need to sign up to take the real estate salesperson’s examination offered at UOG. The exam is split into two parts, state and general, for which you would need a 75% or higher for both parts to pass. Fee to take the test is $50.  

Once you’ve passed, it’s time to start the application process to get your license, and then interview with 

When you find a team you want to join, you will need to gather all required documents to submit to DMV and pay the license fee of $100. You would, then, begin the process of becoming a realtor, which is different from the typical agent.  

Realtors have access to Multiple Listing Service, a system that holds a number of listings  and information, which is extremely helpful in handling your business. The trademark realtor also signifies your membership in the G.A.R. 

This is an entirely different process that includes its own required documents, and a new member fee of $1865. Keep in mind, that once you are a member you will also be required to pay quarterly dues that can range from $500+, dependent on G.A.R. 

So before even getting into actual real estate, you are looking at spending around $3,000.  

Don’t consider this a warning not to join real estate, but a guide into the reality of starting your journey. If you are prepared and willing to invest in yourself and your real estate business, this can be an incredible career path that can offer you all sorts of opportunities.  

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If you are a current or incoming student attending the University of Guam, then the UOG Triton app can be a valuable tool at your disposal. 

The UOG Triton app launched in the month of March 2018 and is still in full operation till this day. It provides students with the latest news and updates that are occurring on campus and provides information on upcoming events that students should be aware about. Having this app on your mobile device allows students to stay connected to the University of Guam no matter where they are on the island. 

This app is designed for the ease of access having the tabs identifiable. Tabs such as academics give information on admission, degree programs, and the academic calendar that can be helpful for new students who are planning their college route. 

With the UOG triton app, students are also able to access their WebAdvisor account, Moodle account, and their gotritons student email.  

As the COVID-19 pandemic affects courses at the University of Guam, it is important for students to visit these sites. Jarina Sablan, a student from the School of Business explains how having the app saves time and is efficient. 

“This app has all the links and services that you can find on the UOG website, but to me, it’s just more convenient,” says Sablan. 

Not only does the UOG triton app provide students with these useful features, but it also offers discounts at local stores and restaurants. Students may find it under the tab “triton privileges”. 

Joseph Baik, a current student attending the University of Guam, was unaware of this feature.  

“I did not know you can get discounts from using the app. I’ll download it and try it out whenever I’m going out to eat or buy something,” says Baik.  

The app is free and available on iOS and android devices.  

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Steel Athletics suspended group fitness activities in May because of the island lockdown. They have since started offering services to their members with safety precautions in mind.

Instagram Live workouts were a great way for the Steel Athletics coaches to motivate themselves and their members to continue their fitness journey despite the pandemic.

“I wanted to provide a workout where we can all still be together and be supportive. I know how it is to try to self-motivate when no one’s around, it’s hard,” Coach JJ said.

Steel Athletics opened its doors in January 2017. Their mission was to create a facility for like-minded people who put health and fitness as a priority.

Coach JJ and his wife, Francesca Ambrose, own and manage the facility in Tamuning.

“We’ve grown a community that is quite amazing. It happened so organically, without us even thinking about it,” Ambrose said.

For more information on Steel Athletics membership and class schedules, visit their website at steelathleticsguam.com or their Instagram at @steelathletics.

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