Careers & Colleges articles from June 2008

Careers & Colleges archives from June 2008

The inside-out house.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Kelsey Felthousen)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... According to University of Arkansas MFA candidate Kelsey Felthousen, personal privacy is becoming a rare commodity--especially for students who let the world peer into their personal lives through networking sites like Facebook and MySpace. So...

Tossing a golden egg.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Patrick McLaughlin)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... When it comes to paying for college, Patrick McLaughlin, a senior at Salem High School in New Hampshire, won't need to touch his nest egg. The 17-year-old won a $25,000-a-year scholarship to study civil engineering at Merrimack College in North...

College-speak for noobs.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Do you speak Collegese? University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill professor Connie C. Eble, author of Slang and Sociability: In Group Language Among College Students (University of North Carolina Press), knows...

What's hot on campus.
June 22, 2008... In every issue of Careers and Colleges, we ask students nationwide what's in on campus. Here's the scoop from Lehigh University, University of West Georgia, and the University of Southern California. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Steven...

School's out for summer--not!(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... For some students, summertime is more about studying than sunscreen. California State Summer School for the Arts (www. csssa.org) helps teens develop their talents in theater, film, music, and the visual arts. At the Michigan Tech Summer Youth...

Poetry--and blogging--pay.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Sophia Kerr Prize awardee Emma Sovich)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... It's been said that poetry is a dying art, but 22-year-old Emma Sovich firmly believes in its staying power. The recent graduate of Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland, earned the largest literary award in the country exclusively for...

Is your bank account half full?(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... The economy these days might be shakier than the Jello in your school cafeteria, but many college students remain optimistic about their financial future, according to a May 2008 survey of more than 1,000 college juniors and seniors by Citi...

Beyond the viewhook.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Live Video University)(Website overview)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... Looking for the inside scoop on colleges? Check out Live Video University at LVUTV.com The site features thousands of videos of students, professors, and coaches at colleges throughout the U.S. offering on-the-scene, personal opinions of their...

Drop a day to save a drop.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... To help ease the burden of skyrocketing gas prices for students who commute, some two-year colleges are cutting back their academic week to four days, according to InsideHigherEd. com. To make up for the lost time, the colleges are lengthening...

Smart reads for high school grads.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Young adult review)(Brief article)(Book review)
June 22, 2008... 100 Words Every High School Graduate Should Know by the editors of The American Heritage Dictionaries (Houghton Mifflin). From abstemious to ziggurat, these are words you're likely to encounter in college and adult life. [ILLUSTRATION...

Fast fact.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(percentage of high school graduates enrolled in a college or university)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... In October 2007, 67.2% of U.S. high school graduates from the class of 2007 were enrolled in a college or university. --The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Quick list.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(National Association of Colleges and Employers 2008 Graduating Student Survey)(Brief article)(List)
June 22, 2008... Top 5 Things Students Want in a Job 1. Opportunity for advancement 2. Job security 3. Agood insurance package 4. Friendly co-workers 5. Good location Source: National Association of Colleges and Employers 2008...

I just play one on TV: TV jobs and real people who do them.
June 22, 2008... There are all sorts of jobs portrayed on popular television shows. Some--such as starship captain or vampire--are obviously fantasy. But others look pretty real: TV producer, firefighter, medical resident, magazine editor. All of them appear...

Who ya gonna call? The college admissions process can be daunting. Where can you turn for help?
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] You may be basking in the dog days of summer now, but in just a few short weeks you'll be trading your beach books for college catalogs and poring over applications, financial aid forms, websites, and deadlines. Hey,...

College calendar checklist.(List)(Calendar)
June 22, 2008... SEPTEMBER * Finalize the list of colleges you plan to apply to and review them with your guidance counselor. For more college information and advice, visit www. careersandcolleges.com. * Collect application materials and keep careful...

Find a college you'll love: if you're like most college-bound students, you want to get into the best school you possibly can. But too often, "best" means "most selective" instead of a place where you'll thrive academically and socially.
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Increasingly, admissions experts are encouraging students to focus on fit over prestige. When Rob Miner started considering colleges, he had a pretty good idea of what he was looking for: a small school with a strong...

The campus visit: up close and personal.
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In the words of one admission counselor, "Choosing a college without visiting it first is like getting married on a blind date!" Okay, maybe choosing a college isn't exactly like pledging a lifetime commitment,...

Is community college right for you? Offering low tuition, small classes, and diverse degree programs, community colleges are increasingly becoming a smart choice for many students.
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] As she planned for college, Christina Brodzky knew that money would be tight. So she decided to enroll at Orange County Community College in Middletown, New York, with the ultimate goal of transferring to a four-year...

Building the perfect application: it's only a few sheets of paper. But when it comes to attending your dream college, those sheets are the most important documents in the universe.
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] At a typical university, admissions officers may read thousands of applications each year. That means you have only a few minutes to make the best possible impression. How can you do it? It helps to study the...

Test prep made easy: don't let the letters "ACT" or "SAT" strike fear into your heart. With a little preparation and the right attitude, you can earn scores you'll be proud of.
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If you're like a lot of students gearing up for the college admissions process, you might feel that your entire future depends on how well you do on the SAT or ACT. Relax--the truth is much less dire. Granted, a...

Hot careers in the trades: you don't have to go to a four-year college to pursue a lucrative, rewarding career. Industries that hire skilled tradespeople are searching for young go-getters to become electricians, plumbers, auto technicians, and more.
June 22, 2008... Do you enjoy hands-on work? Not sure if a four-year college is right for you? Consider a career in the trades! According to a recent report from the National Foundation for American Policy, U.S. businesses have been struggling to fill...

Salute & save: here's a quick look at some of the educational benefits you could earn through military service.(Table)
June 22, 2008... ARMY What You Get What You Give ROTC Full scholarship (tuition, 4 years active duty and books, fees); stipend up to 4 years reserve duty, $500/month while in school ...

Campus style.(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... Hip Looks for Student Budgets [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Modcloth.com dress $59.99 American Eagle scarf $17.50 Bullhead shorts $36.50 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Modcloth.com earring $5.99 Target sandals $14.99 ...

What's hot on campus.
June 22, 2008... In every issue of Careers and Colleges, we ask students nationwide what's in on campus. Here's the scoop from Lehigh University, University of West Georgia, and the University of Southern California [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Steve Gilley...

School's out for summer--not!(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... For some students, summertime is more about studying than sunscreen. California State Summer School for the Arts (www. csssa.org) helps teens develop their talents in theater, film, music, and the visual arts. At the Michigan Tech Summer Youth...

Poetry--and blogging--pay!(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Sophia Kerr Prize awardee Emma Sovich)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It's been said that poetry is a dying art, but 22-year-old Emma Sovich firmly believes in its staying power. The recent graduate of Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland, earned the largest literary award in...

Is your bank account half full?(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... The economy these days might be shakier than the Jello in your school cafeteria, but many college students remain optimistic about their financial future, according to a May 2008 survey of more than 1,000 college juniors and seniors by Citi...

Beyond the viewbook!(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Website overview)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... Looking for the inside scoop on colleges? Check out Live Video University at LVUTV.com. The site features thousands of videos of students, professors, and coaches at colleges throughout the U.S. offering on-the-scene, personal opinions of their...

Drop a day to save a drop!(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] To help ease the burden of skyrocketing gas prices for students who commute, some two-year colleges are cutting back their academic week to four days, according to InsideHigherEd. com. To make up for the lost time,...

Quick list.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(National Association of Colleges and Employers 2008 Graduating Student)(Brief article)(List)
June 22, 2008... Top 5 things students want in a job 1. Opportunity for advancement 2. Job security 3. A good insurance package 4. Friendly co-workers 5. Good location Source: National Association of Colleges and Employers 2008...

Smart reads for high school grads.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS: COOL STUFF: TRENDS)(Young adult review)(Brief article)(Book review)
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 100 Words Every High School Graduate Should Know by the editors of The American Heritage Dictionaries words every (Houghton Mifflin). high school From abstemious graduate should know to ziggurat, these are words...

I just play one on TV: TV jobs and real people who do them.
June 22, 2008... There are all sorts of jobs portrayed on popular television shows. Some--such as starship captain or vampire--are obviously fantasy. But others look pretty real: TV producer, firefighter, medical resident, magazine editor. All of them appear...

Tech tools for college: don't start school without these useful--and fun--gadgets!
June 22, 2008... You're probably already familiar with your college's specific computer requirements. So armed with these details, tap into our list of must-have tech gear before you head off to your freshman year. While you're at it, encourage your...

Home sweet dorm: moving into a college dorm can be daunting. But with a little planning and the right attitude, you'll feel at home in no time!
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] What to Know Before You Go A great strategy is to touch base with your new roommate before move-in day and agree on who will bring what. You might also plan to share the cost of items like TVs or refrigerators if...

Back to School in the Age of Facebook.(Brief article)
June 22, 2008... What classes should I take? How do I find a roommate? What will I do for fun? These are some of the many questions nervous freshmen have when they're about to start college. Now, incoming students at colleges across the country are quelling...

Get a (campus) life! Nervous about starting your new life at school? You're not alone--after all, the transition to college is a big deal, especially if you're moving far away from home. Here's how to find friends and fit in--fast!
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Shortly after she started her freshman year at Harvard University, Tiffany Smalley joined the Native America student group. Since she'd been active in the Native American community back home, she figured this would...

Major decisions: no idea what you want to major in? No worries! College is all about trying new things--and finding your passion.
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] From art history to zoology, your college's course catalog is likely filled with a dizzying variety of offerings. Many students admit to feeling a bit lost, especially during their freshman year, as they struggle to...

Salute & save: here's a quick look at some of the educational benefits you could earn through military service.(Table)
June 22, 2008... Salute & Save Here's a quick look at some of the educational benefits you could earn through military service. ARMY What You Get What You Give ROTC Full scholarship (tuition, 4 years...

Lessons from freshman year.
June 22, 2008... One of the best ways to prepare for your first year of college is to listen to the advice of those who've "been there, done that." So we asked college students from around the country what advice they'd pass on to incoming freshmen. Here's what...

Playing it safe.
June 22, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Like many students, you're probably looking forward to college as your first real chance to live on your own. And college can be an ideal transition to life in the real world. But just like the real world, college...