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Summer is coming, and you’ve definitely earned some time to relax! But don’t forget to start getting ready for your new student life. Housing, budgeting, paperwork, insurance, organization, useful tips… Starting higher education takes some preparation, and there can be a lot of information to keep track of! Don’t worry: we’ve brought together all the … Continued

As every year, Smerra is back with its special back-to-school contest for students. From May 28 to October 30, 2026, try your luck for a chance to win prizes designed to make student life easier and help you start the year off right! 🎁 This year, students have the chance to win 3 prizes : … Continued

Having a child who is becoming a student. For parents, this new phase disrupts daily life and requires concrete choices. Helping without imposing, supporting without smothering, reassuring without minimizing stress. This practical guide brings together the essentials for preparing for orientation, managing logistics, encouraging independence and academic success, step by step, with confidence and attentiveness. … Continued

You’re on high alert. The new school year is approaching, the training center is waiting for you, and you don’t have a company. Take a breath. With an effective strategy, a few adjustments to your profile, and a clear plan of attack, you can still land an apprenticeship or professional training contract. This guide brings … Continued

Sometimes, taking a break at the right time can change everything. You want to take a breather, reorient yourself, discover the world, launch a project, improve your language skills, or gain professional or personal experience that really matters. That’s what a gap year is for: a structured program that allows you to take a break … Continued

You want to learn faster, remember longer, and finally feel aligned with your way of studying. Good news: your memory plays a central role in this process. Understanding your profile (visual, auditory, or kinesthetic) allows you to optimize information encoding, secure storage, and facilitate retrieval at the right time, whether in exams or oral presentations. … Continued

You can eat well, quickly, and on a budget—without sacrificing your health or enjoyment. We’ll show you how to cook at home using simple ingredients, healthy recipes, and meals that can be prepared in under 30 minutes (or even 15 minutes for those in a hurry), along with weekly meal plans that work around your … Continued

In the age of screens, a simple swipe of the finger opens a new tab or window and, without realizing it, you leave your class for social media. The brain loves novelty, quick information, and colorful notifications. The result: your attention goes haywire, your thoughts jump from one task to another, the minutes drag on, … Continued

We know what you’re going through. Exam season weighs heavily on your time, your mind, and your body. You may feel anxious, stressed before an exam, lose concentration, fear failure, and feel like you’re facing a situation that’s beyond your control. The good news is that exam stress is a natural bodily reaction, and you … Continued

Are you a student in Paris or elsewhere in France who wants to get back into sports without breaking the bank? Good news! Every week, brands offer clear deals, affordable memberships, and benefits designed for young people. Gym or park, group classes, weight training, cardio, boxing, cross training, cycling: choose your favorite place and a … Continued

Want to improve your grades, stay focused all day long, and stay healthy during exam season? Sleep is the key. It’s simple: a good night’s sleep improves your memory, attention span, physical recovery, stress management, and mental well-being. Sleeping isn’t a waste of time; it’s an intelligent investment of your time so you can study … Continued

Want to enter the professional world without giving up on a recognized degree or qualification? Work-study programs combine theoretical education with practical training in a company. By signing an employment contract, you become an employee, advance in your career, and get paid while you study. This guide brings together the essential information you need to … Continued