By: Erika Gregory, Staff writer

Paying for college is a daunting task for some students.  

Many students work while attending college to try to pay for their education.  It’s not an easy task. Lebanon Valley College offers several job opportunities for students while they go to school. But students must learn how to manage their time and handle a rigorous schedule.

Macie Schantz, a sophomore early childhood education and special education dual major, works on campus in the public safety building and as study pod leader for Concepts of Math.

“Working on campus is helpful because everyone is really understanding about my busy schedule,” Schantz said. “I use an agenda that I write in every day; it includes my homework, work schedule, extra-curricular activities and meetings. This allows me to make a to-do list and complete homework and activities in a timely and organized manner.”

Some students seek employment off campus in the surrounding communities. Catherine Lacovara, a sophomore biology major, works at Little Paws Dog Shop in Palmyra. Lacovara’s work shifts tend to be four hours long plus driving time. This job has helped her learn how to manage her time effectively.

“The main thing working during school has taught me is to get a lot better at time management and how to value time that I have to do assignments,” Lacovara said. “It has also given me more responsibility in deciding when I should be studying or socializing.”

Working students must pay even more attention to their time when involved in other activities on campus. Lacovara and Schantz are both involved in other groups and clubs on campus such as Big Brother Big Sister, education clubs, ValleyFest, Colleges Against Cancer and Mini-THON.  

Both Lacovara and Schantz encourage those who pursue a job on or off campus to still take time for themselves, whether that be going for a cup of coffee or watching Netflix. Personal time is an important part of enjoying college and not letting the work load become too stressful.