The Black Collegian articles from October 2001

The Black Collegian archives from October 2001

30th Anniversary Gala Celebrations in Las Vegas and New Orleans. (The Black Collegian's 30th Anniversary Galas).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2001... A part of THE BLACK COLLEGIAN Magazine's 30th Anniversary of publishing in 2000-2001 involved two Gala Celebrations this year. The first one was held at the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) annual conference in Las Vegas on...

Self-Assessment: Getting To Know Yourself is a Top Priority. (2001 Career Planning & Job Search Guide).
October 1, 2001... Who are you and what do you want for your future? The answers to these questions are not always obvious. Many of us have been told by others, (i.e. parents, teachers, friends etc.), what we should be when we grow up. Sometimes their choices for...

Developing a Professional Resume and Cover Letter That Work. (2001 Career Planning & Job Search Guide).
October 1, 2001... The average recruiter or employment specialist may easily look at 200 resumes in just a week's time. They receive resumes in the mail and on-line, all from candidates looking for the ideal job. Hundreds of resumes may be reviewed for a single...

Interviewing on Campus With Skill and Confidence. (2001 Career Planning & Job Search Guide).
October 1, 2001... While the on-campus interview is generally thought to be a senior thing, this article should offer some sound advice to any students who may find themselves in an interview situation. You may be preparing for an interview for a very prestigious...

The ABC's of 'Hire' Learning: Effective Job Search Strategies. (2001 Career Planning & Job Search Guide).
October 1, 2001... Recently published articles have left collegians unsure of how to handle his unpredictable job market. Some discuss extraordinary job offers, like Grammy Awards tickets, $500-per-night hotel suites, signing bonuses and six-figure salaries....

Countdown to Graduation: Making the Most of Your Senior Year. (2001 Career Planning & Job Search Guide).
October 1, 2001... August/September You're almost done. You've made it through three years and you've only got one more year to go. This is no time to slow down! More than ever you've got to be sure you have all of your ducks in a row. You need to evaluate...

Top African-American Executives Explore Career Paths. (2001 Career Planning & Job Search Guide).
October 1, 2001... THE BLACK COLLEGIAN has asked top executives and professionals for their insight into what it takes to reach and succeed in various posts of the nation's most prestigious businesses and career arenas. In this issue, we've chosen to spotlight...

Internships and Co-ops: An Investment in Your Future Success. (2001 Career Planning & Job Search Guide).
October 1, 2001... Erica Tinker planned her future well. A graduate of Clark Atlanta University's Graduate School, Erica knew that while earning a master's degree in marketing was a major accomplishment, it would take more than just the degree to make her career...

The Impact of Banking on Society is Awesome. (Industry Report: Banking).
October 1, 2001... Overview The banking system with all its complexities, challenges and opportunities touches virtually all aspects of our daily lives. Using a credit card to make a purchase, writing a personal or business check, paying bills and moving...

Taking the Pulse of the Healthcare Industry. (Industry Report: Healthcare).
October 1, 2001... "It was the best of times; it was the worst of times." These immortal words at the beginning of Charles Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities aptly describe the healthcare industry in the United States. Good news and otherwise For certain...

Tell Me More About Graduate School. (Graduate Study Guide).
October 1, 2001... Why go to graduate school? Graduate school training has become an entry-level requirement for many of the more desirable professional positions. With the dramatic shortage of African Americans with advanced degrees, the need for...

An MBA is Still the Ticket to a Great Career Opportunity. (Graduate Study Guide).
October 1, 2001... In 1991, most of you were too young to be concerned about the economy, job market and career opportunities. However, just 10 short years ago, people were just beginning to talk about the "information superhighway," what we know now as the...

Willie Gary: Rises from Migrant Farmer to Multi-Millionaire Attorney. (Feature).
October 1, 2001... Remember standing in the schoolyard clapping and celebrating for that courageous kid who finally put the bully in his place? Well, Attorney Willie Gary elicits that same response---that "go-ahead-and-get-'em-brother" feeling of triumph that...

Actress Wendy Raqu Robinson Was Driven by a Dream to Excel in Show Business. (Feature).
October 1, 2001... Well, now that Cedric "Jackie" Robinson and Lovita Jenkins are officially man and wife, maybe it's time for Principal, Regina Grier, and Steve Hightower to tie the knot. If these names don't sound familiar, check out an episode of The Steve...

Hip-Hop: A Roadblock or Pathway to Black Empowerment? (Arts & Entertainment).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2001... In the early 1980s, a highly percussive, cadenced, and repetitious musical form seeped from the inner city streets of the South Bronx to a virtually exclusive African-American audience. Harbingered by originators such as Run DMC, the Sugar Hill...

21st Century Teaching Opportunities: Are You Ready? (Career Report: Teaching).
October 1, 2001... The Joy of Teaching The wise, old philosopher, Confucius, once said, "Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day of your life." From all indications, teaching fits into that category. Through the information derived from...

Back to the Future: Campus Racism in the 21st Century. (Special Report).
October 1, 2001... Campus Racism 20th Century Style The most dramatic social change in the United States during the 20th century was the racial desegregation of public facilities. The struggle of Africans in America to obtain social "equality" took place in...

Campus Advisor.
October 1, 2001... Dear Campus Advisor: Ever since I was a little boy I've always wanted to fly planes. I have always had a fascination with the sky and technical things. My parents both had jobs that allowed them to do a lot of traveling. I was constantly...

Letters to the Editor.
October 1, 2001... Dear Editor: I am a recent graduate of Howard University with a bachelor's in communications and a minor of sports med. & administration of justice. I am writing to let you know what I think of the 30th anniversary issue of THE BLACK...