Careers & Colleges articles from March 2002

Careers & Colleges archives from March 2002

Sea of change. (Ultimate Survival Guide).(high school/college interim)(Brief Article)(Editorial)
March 1, 2002... The summer before I headed to New York University to study journalism, I decided that if I plunged into something totally different it would broaden my view of life and give me the confidence to handle something new--like college. So a month...

Getting freshman oriented to succeed. (The Scoop).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... From camping in the Uinta Mountains of Utah to canoeing the scenic waters of Wabikimi Provincial Park in Ontario, freshmen orientation at Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana, has become a wilderness adventure. These optional four-week retreats...

Bmoc: Big mistakes on campus. (The Scoop).
March 1, 2002... Everyone occasionally worries about looking like a fool in class, or making a huge flub on an important essay. If you ever want to feel just a tad better about your intellectual abilities, pick up Anders Henriksson's book Non Campus Mentis...

You've been e-ccepted to school. (The Scoop).(acceptance notifications via e-mail)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Constantly checking your mailbox for a thick envelope containing your college acceptance? Better check your email inbox, too. Increasingly, colleges are notifying applicants of their decision via e-mail. (Many schools often follow up with a...

Party, Patrol: Squad fights for alcohol-free fun. (The Scoop).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The masked marauders pictured here are not rejects from the Muppets. They're part of a new secret society that stages "over-the-edge" but alcohol-free events at Baldwin-Wallace College in Berea, Ohio. Known as the Party Patrol People, the 17...

Budget bedrooms. (The Scoop).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... We at CAREERS & COLLEGEs went shopping at Bed Bath & Beyond (www.bedbath.com) for some dorm must-haves, and we asked our cover models, who are all juniors at Parsons School of Design in New York, to give us their tips for furnishing a room on a...

A stuffed bear = college success? (The Scoop).(college student survey)(Brief Article)(Polling Data)(Statistical Data Included)
March 1, 2002... Who knew that bringing your favorite teddy bear to college might help you make the dean's list? According to a recent survey of 600 college students by the furniture retailer IKEA, a stuffed animal was a must-have' item for the academically...

Holly's helpful hints. (The Scoop).(dorm life tips)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Holly Winstanley, a freshman at Hope College in Holland, Michigan, offers these tips for better dorm living: * E-mail your roommate before freshman arrival day. Decide who will bring the larger items--fridge, stereo, carpet. * Don't...

Fact. (The Scoop).(automated laundry system)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... At M.I.T. some students get e-mail from their laundry room telling them when washing or drying is complete. The new automated online laundry system is in its test stages, but so far harried students seem to be enjoying the convenience.

College fair dates. (The Scoop).
March 1, 2002... College fair dates To research many colleges at once, head to a college fair near you. Visit the National Association of College Admission Counseling (www.nacac.com) online for more information. CITY DATE(S) ...

Definition.(Resident Adviser or Resident Assistant)(Glossary)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... R.A. (Resident Adviser or Resident Assistant), an older student who, in exchange for free or reduced-cost housing and sometimes an additional sum of money, takes charge of a dorm floor, enfording rules, offering guidance and organizing social...

ROTC on the rise. (The Scoop).(Reserve Officers Training Corps)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Although 9/11 may have caused more traffic at college offices of the Reserve Officer Training corps, student enrollment was already on the rise for well over a year. Army ROTC reports that enlistment edged up from 28,470 last year to 29,818....

Tech talk: We found some great gizmos and gadgets that may make life in college and on your own easier. (The Scoop).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Cassiopeia Pocket PC EM-500, $279.99 (www.casio.com) The Cassiopeia handheld computer is built for multimedia. It lets you play music, store photos, and download stuff from the Web. The system recognizes your natural handwriting style,...

Gym dandy.(University of Northern Iowa's Wellness/Recreation Center)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... It ain't your high school's gym. With a 39-foot rock-climbing wall, a big yellow water slide, a 14-person hot tub, and a fully equipped massage room, the Wellness/Recreation Center at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Fails is a...

Winner's circle.
March 1, 2002... HEATHER MCDONALD, a senior at North Vermillion High School in Cayuga, Indiana, won the $1,000 grand prize in the CAREERS & COLLEGES "Getting In" sweepstakes, featured in the September/October 2001 issue. McDonald plans to use the cash to help...

Handspring Visor Deluxe, $249.(handheld computer)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... (www.handspring.com) Staying on top of assignments and your active social life is key in college. Keep your schedule in the palm of your hand with Handspring's Visor Deluxe handheld computer. The Visor comes in five colors-graphite, blue,...

[0] Definition.(Techning Assistant)(Brief Article)(Glossary)
March 1, 2002... T.A. (Techning Assistant), a person, usually a graduate student, who assists the professor with the class. Responsibilities vary from school to school and class to class. Some T.A.'s may help grade papers, run discussion groups outside of class...

WizCom QuickLink pen, $169.(text scanner)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... (www.wizcomtech.com) This nifty tool sort of acts like a high-tech highlighter, allowing you to scan text and transfer it to your personal computer. The pen recognizes a wide range of text sizes and type and stores up to 1,000 pages.

AlphaSmart 3000, $199.(portable keyboard)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... (www.alphasmart.com) The AlphaSmart 3000 portable keyboard allows you to type notes on the go and then later transfer your documents to your Mac or PC. The two-pound device stores about 100 pages of text. Built-in USB port.

Life on campus: Here's a look at the major trends and how one student is handling college life. (On Campus).
March 1, 2002... Coed dorms. Study groups at 4 a.m. Pitching in with community projects. Weekday parties in the student center. Courses via computer. Free foreign movies. Meetings with professors. Today's colleges are complex, highly active petri dishes of...

Safety on campus: Most schools are safe havens for learning. But dangers--crime, alcohol abuse, hazards--do exist. Knowing the realities can help you protect yourself. (On Campus).
March 1, 2002... It was the tail end of finals week, and Erica Madden (*), a sophomore at Indiana University in Bloomington, had gone to bed early while her roommates celebrated the finish of another school year. When the party was over at about 3 in the...

What to pack for college checklist: Use this list as a guide when you decide what to bring to your home away from home.
March 1, 2002... Personal supplies * Plastic shower caddy * Shampoo, conditioner * Soap and plastic soap container * Deodorant * Razor * Toothbrush, toothpaste * Lotions and creams * Tissues * First aid kit * Small...

The dropout dilemma: One in four college freshmen drop out. What is going on here? What does it take to stay in? (Special Report).
March 1, 2002... Michael VanAdams was a model student in high school--president of his senior class, captain of the varsity tennis team, and a straight-A student. So when he received an academic scholarship to the University of Maine in Orono, nobody was...

Making the grade: Ace your college classes with this advice on choosing courses, selecting a major, writing papers, and dealing with professors. (On Campus).
March 1, 2002... Swarthmore College? One of the toughest liberal arts schools in the country? No sweat, thought Esther Zeledon. After all, the Miami resident graduated sixth in her class from Braddock High School, the largest secondary school in the U.S. with...

Getting fiscally: Maximize your money by learning financial basics about saving, checking, credit, and investing. (Peresonal advice).
March 1, 2002... Chicago is one of the greatest cities in the world, and Jason Power--a philosophy major at Loyola University--was determined to make the most of it. There were concerts and plays, movies and restaurants, and Power, armed with his credit card,...

Surviving the everyday stuff: The coauthor of the ultimate college survival guide tells you how to cope with weight gain, illness, and dirty laundry when you're living on your own. (On Campus).
March 1, 2002... Drop the chalupa. No, really, put it down. Now look in the mirror, and consider the dreaded "Freshman 15." Imagine yourself stuffed like a susage into those retroLenny Kravitz hip-huggers that looked so good when you bought them. Look out--the...