The Black Collegian articles from February 2008

The Black Collegian archives from February 2008

Letters to the editor.(Letter to the editor)
February 1, 2008... DEAR EDITOR: First, I would like to thank the creators and staff at THE BLACK COLLEGIAN for creating such a helpful and much-needed resource for Black college students and recent graduates. I remember reading several copies of this...

Campus Advisor.
February 1, 2008... Dear Campus Advisor: I am a business major with a minor in computer science. I am proud to have made it to my senior year and am one of the few Black male students in my classes. I have been on the Dean's List several times and have a 3.2...

The College Student's Guide to Landing a Great Job.(The Collegian's BOOKSHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
February 1, 2008... The College Student's Guide to Landing a Great Job by Bob Roth / Author House / October 2007 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Students understand that their cumulative average is built semester by semester. And yet, most students and parents...

Life 101: Real-World Advice for Graduating College Seniors (Paperback).(The Collegian's BOOKSHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
February 1, 2008... Life 101: Real-World Advice for Graduating College Seniors (Paperback) by Peter C Wallace / iUniverse Star / November 6,2007 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] All too many students graduate from college without the practical tools and know-how...

Grad to Great.(The Collegian's BOOKSHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
February 1, 2008... Grad to Great by Anne Brown and Beth Zefo / Dalidaze Press / November 2, 2007 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Written by sisters and first-time authors Anne Brown, and Beth Zefo, Grad to Great is a post-college handbook written specifically for...

Driving the Career Highway: 20 Road Signs You Can't Afford to Miss (Hardcover).(The Collegian's BOOKSHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
February 1, 2008... Driving the Career Highway: 20 Road Signs You Can't Afford to Miss (Hardcover) by Janice Reals Ellig, William J. Morin / Nelson Business / May 1, 2007 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] As leaders of prestigious executive search firms and...

CLICK: Ten Truths for Building Extraordinary Relationships.(The Collegian's BOOKSHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
February 1, 2008... CLICK: Ten Truths for Building Extraordinary Relationships by George C. Fraser / McGraw-Hill / January 2008 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In CLICK: Ten Truths for Building Extraordinary Relationships, George C. Fraser, one of the foremost...

Black Pain: It Just Looks Like We're Not Hurting.(The Collegian's BOOKSHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
February 1, 2008... Black Pain: It Just Looks Like We're Not Hurting by Terrie M. Williams / Simon & Schuster / January 8, 2008 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Black Pain identifies emotional pain--which uniquely and profoundly affects the Black experience--as...

The Top 100 Employers.
February 1, 2008... The job outlook for graduates of 2008 appears promising as employers prepare to seek out the best and the brightest. Each year, THE BLACK COLLEGIAN conducts a survey of major employers to determine the most active recruiters of college...

Ernst & Young--what makes a workplace great: your voice is valued.(ERNST & YOUNG PROFILE)
February 1, 2008... What do you think the opportunities are like at Ernst & Young? Ernst & Young can be what you make it. If you bring energy, enthusiasm, and flexibility to grow and learn, this culture allows you to reach your highest potential. Someone once...

Inside the business mind of Russell Simmons: creating a business legacy.(Biography)
February 1, 2008... The Rockefellers. The Carnegies. The Mellons. The Pritzkers. The Hiltons. These are among America's most renowned entrepreneurial dynasties. They collectively represent billions of dollars of wealth that was built, often by lowly,...

Job outlook for 2008 graduates: college graduates benefit from large retiree pool.
February 1, 2008... Despite the cautious and sometimes gloomy economic news released throughout the past several months, particularly in December and early January 2008, the college labor market outlook appears bright. College students have baby boomers (those...

How to get an on-site interview with a top employer: recruiters and employment experts speak out!
February 1, 2008... "Many are called, but few are chosen" could easily be the theme in today's highly competitive and selective job market. Many of you may be attending multiple employer information sessions, may have worked your "networking charm at employer...

Opportunities at the CIA.(Central Intelligence Agency)(Interview)
February 1, 2008... THE BLACK COLLEGIAN offers a glimpse of what it's like to work at the Central Intelligence Agency through interviews with Sue Bromley, Deputy Director for Intelligence; Peter Clement, Deputy Director for Intelligence for Strategic Programs;...

Preparing for the on-site interview.
February 1, 2008... If you think getting past round one--the campus interview with a corporate recruiter was tough, be ready for round two--the invite to the corporation. The bar is undoubtedly a bit higher. You're a serious contender. Come out looking like you...

How to evaluate a job offer: is this job right for you.
February 1, 2008... Are you ready to take your journey to a fascinating new career? You began your year by creating an excellent resume. Then you spent time researching companies to uncover the best one that fits your interests. Finally, you prepared for all of...

So you didn't get the job ... It's not over! How to handle the rejection letter.
February 1, 2008... Imagine interviewing for an exciting opportunity with a Fortune 100 company in a very appealing location. The campus interview goes well, followed by a day-long visit to corporate headquarters. Everyone there is thoroughly professional,...

You're a graduate and no job now what?
February 1, 2008... School's out, you have that degree and you are ready to conquer the world. Only one thing stands between you and your professional success: you don't have a job. So now what? Should you begin a massive online resume campaign and then wait for...

Impacting change: students in the civil rights movement.
February 1, 2008... From its very start, young people and students have played an integral part in the American civil rights and social justice movement. Arguably, the horrific kidnapping and murder of 14-year old Emmett Till at the hands of an angry white mob in...

History 101: African-American History Pop Quiz.
February 1, 2008... Take our African-American History 101 Pop Quiz, and you could win $50.00 cash, and be named THE BLACK COLLEGIAN'S African-American History Scholar on your campus. Your photo will be posted on THE BLACK COLLEGIAN Online www.blackcollegian.com!...

Protect your credit rating: it can impact your future!
February 1, 2008... Picture yourself in the not-too-distant future. After years of toiling away in libraries and lecture halls--the moment has arrived. You are finally gearing up for your college graduation. As you stroll across the stage before family and...

Vernice Armour: the first African-American woman combat pilot.
February 1, 2008... Vernice Armour follows a long line of military achievers. Her stepfather and one of her grandfathers were former Marines. Her father was in the Army. But she didn't receive a rousing round of applause when she opted to follow their trail. ...