Careers & Colleges articles from September 2007

Careers & Colleges archives from September 2007

Is your high school tops?(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Talented and Gifted High School in Dallas, Texas)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Every year, Newsweek magazine publishes a list of the top public high schools across the country (results are based on a formula involving the number of AP and other college-level tests taken by students and the number of graduating seniors)....

Teen's "butterfly" takes off.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Andrew Kim)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... When Andrew Kim, 15, posted his mobile phone design concept (dubbed "The Butterfly") on an online design forum last spring, the aspiring designer had no idea it would be such a hit. Postings on many tech sites gushed about the phone's...

No flowers, please.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Who knew a red posy could cause such a stir? When Melissa Morin, 17, submitted her senior portrait to the yearbook, it never occurred to her that the flower she was holding would be a problem. But staff members at Merrimack (New Hampshire) High...

Favorite high school flicks.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Grab the popcorn and dim the lights! Moviefone (www.moviefone.com) recently released its list of The 25 Best High School Movies of All Time. Whether you're into Heathers and Mean Gifts or are more of a Napoleon Dynamite type, you're sure to...

Avoid AP overload.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Advanced Placement Program)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Tempted to get an edge in college admissions by filling your schedule with AP courses? Don't overdo it. Trevor Packer, executive director of the Advanced Placement Program, recently announced that three to five AP courses are enough a high...

Harry Potter 101.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... The world's most famous young wizard may have hung up his broomstick last summer, but he's still casting spells in college classrooms around the country. Meredith College in Raleigh, North Carolina, recently offered a course titled "Muggle vs....

A modern take on high school.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Diamond Ranch High School)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... It might look like something out of a Star Wars movie, but that sleek, angular modernist structure built into the hillside near Pomona, California, is actually the local high school. Diamond Ranch High School's distinctive expressionist design...

Scholarship scoop.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Whether you're an aspiring bagpipe player, a nudist, or simply a left-handed student who plans to attend Juniata College in Pennsylvania, chances are there's a scholarship out there with your name on it. Here are a few unique ones we came...

What's hot on campus.
September 22, 2007... Reggae, $5 pizzas, and the movie 300 are some of the most popular things on campus, according to college students we interviewed recently. Here's the scoop on what's currently "in" at the University of Iowa, the University of Alabama, and SUNY...

Weird science.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... The Chronicle of Higher Education recently reported on some of the strangest purchases made by college administrators in the name of scientific research. One study at Rutgers University required tiny headphones so birds could listen to music:...

Cell phones for safety.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)
September 22, 2007... Since the tragedy at Virginia Tech last spring, many colleges are using text messages to alert students of emergencies. Harvard, Colgate, Penn State, Colorado University, Texas A&M, Xavier, and Purdue are just a few schools that have...

Leave your car at home.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Here's a cheaper, greener alternative to bringing your car to college: Share one! The car-sharing service known as Zipcar (wwvczipcar.com) is expanding its service to include more than 50 colleges, including Yale,...

Fighting fire with ... robotic spiders.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS COOL STUFF TRENDS)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Seven undergraduate students in the computer science department at Monterrey Institute of Technology in Mexico have invented an innovative device for combating forest fires: a six-legged robotic spider, equipped with GPS sensors, that searches...

Women take the lead.(THE BUZZ: FUN FACTS * COOL STUFF * TRENDS)
September 22, 2007... A report from the U.S. Census shows that women made up 56% of college undergraduates in 2006--that's up from 54.8% in 2000.

www.televisionwithoutpity.com.(THE BUZZ: Web Watch)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Missed this week's episode of The Hills and itching to know what happened? No worries--just browse on over to Television Without Pity. The site's snarky, hilarious reviews and recaps of popular TV shows will fill you in on all the dirt--and...

www.boingboing.net.(THE BUZZ: Web Watch)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Billed as "a directory of wonderful things," this straightforward, blog--style site features random facts, gadgets and art from around the world, and oddball news items you're not likely to stumble across elsewhere. Recent topics include images...

www.how-to-study.com.(THE BUZZ: Web Watch)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Even if you're at the top of your high school class, keeping up with academics can be a challenge in college. This website can help, offering free strategies and tips for taking notes in class, writing essays, taking tests, building vocabulary,...

www.wowio.com.(THE BUZZ: Web Watch)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Looking for a great read but don't feel like hiking to the library? This site lets you download free books in a variety of genres, from classics and science fiction to comic books and graphic novels. Though many of the titles are a bit obscure...

www.goaskalice.columbia.edu.(THE BUZZ: Web Watch)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... For the past 14 years, Columbia University's Health Services has produced this super-informative website dedicated to answering college students' questions about health issues. Covering topics like fitness and nutrition, alcohol and drugs,...

Finding the right school.
September 22, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Finding a school that fits who you are and what you want to get out of your education takes a little introspection--and a lot of research. "It's important to look at your personal priorities," says Kelly Y....

Time is on your side: SATs and ACTs and applications--oh my! Here's how to get it all done and still save time for fun.(Getting it done--without going crazy!)
September 22, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ask any high school student what their biggest hallenge is, and chances are it'll have something to do with time management. Finding enough hours in the day to stay on top of schoolwork, activities, jobs, and...

College calendar checklist.(Brief article)(Calendar)
September 22, 2007... SEPTEMBER * Review your college choices with your guidance counselor. For more ideas and advice, visit www.careersandcolleges.com. * Collect application materials and keep careful track of all due dates. * Decide if you need to...

The campus visit: up close and personal.
September 22, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] You wouldn't buy a car without taking a test drive. You probably wouldn't buy pair of shoes without trying them on. Sometimes you need to experience things for yourself before you can decide if they're right for you....

Where the jobs are: you may be still in high school, but you'll be facing the real world before you know it. A look at our nation's employment forecast can give you an idea of what to expect in tomorrow's job market.
September 22, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Worried that you'll wind up shelving cans or cleaning the fryer after graduation? Relax. Career-making opportunities should be waiting for you. In September 2007, for the fifth year in a row, employers reported an...

The real cost of college: most students don't pay the full sticker price for a college education--especially if they actively seek financial aid.
September 22, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sisters who are just a little over a year apart in age, Lauren and Katie Pilgram spent a lot of time together growing up. They both attended Owensville High School in Gerald, Missouri, they played on the same...

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.
September 22, 2007... [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...

8 essential essay tips: write your way into college!
September 22, 2007... Writing a college admissions essay is a daunting task. Like many students working on their college applications, you may be struggling with the question of what to write about. Relax. According to admissions experts, some of the best essays...

Should you take a "gap year"? For many students, taking a year off after high school to travel, work, or explore other opportunities is just the ticket to becoming a more mature. focused college student. Is a "gap year" right for you?
September 22, 2007... Andrea Dana had a plan: Finish high school, head to college to get her teacher's credentials, and become a teacher. But when she landed a job offer at Club Med in Huatulco, Mexico, the shine went right off that plan, and a new plan--one with a...

Hip looks for student budgets.(CAMPUS Style)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Creative Recreation shoe. zappos.com, $84.95 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Shellflower necklace, theperfectloop.com, $25 [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] AE Rugby fleece, $49.50 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Zoo York hat, pacsun.com, $39.50...