Grad School or No Grad School. That is the Question.

Posted on April 17, 2011 by

As many students come to the end of their collegiate journey and the “real world” quickly begins to encroach upon them, they face the daunting question of “what’s next”. Senior year for many is a time of great uncertainty. Should one go to grad school? Should you go out and get experience? Should you join programs like the Peace Corps or Teach For America? With a tough economy and looming job market, many students are finding out that they may have to take another route to that dream job and financial success college prepares you for.

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5 ways to survive Finals Week: Student Edition

Posted on April 14, 2011 by

Stress Test Flier for Universitiesphoto © 2008 Anonymous9000 | more info (via: Wylio)The end of the semester is quickly approaching and that means Finals Week is right around the corner for most college students. In most cases Finals week is a very stressful time for students as many take cumulative exams worth a large percentage of their grade. However, I am a firm believe that Prior Preparation Prevents Poor Performance. In a poll offered earlier this week on my blog 35% of those who responded said they prepared for finals by completing study guides in study groups. But, is this the most effective way to maximize your time, productivity and grade? Don’t panic, I will provide a list of 5 ways to survive Finals week, end the semester on a high note and enjoy summer vacation.

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What is the impact of a Government Shutdown?

Posted on April 7, 2011 by

Money 2photo © 2009 Daniel Borman | more info (via: Wylio)The state of our Federal Government has been in the headlines this entire week regarding their inability to reach a consensus about the Federal Budget. There have been many points made by varying sides, unfamiliar terminology used and a lot of uncertainty but as time winds down….what does this mean? Essentially, if the Federal Government does not come to an agreement about the budget for the remainder of the fiscal year by midnight Friday, then there will be a government shutdown? What is a government shutdown? What does this mean? Who will be impacted?

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How to land a date in college?

Posted on April 3, 2011 by

As we all know college is the best times of our lives. Some people meet their soul mate and find that special person they’ll spend the rest of their lives with. Others will settle with just a first date and some may not even be that lucky. So I’ve decided to culminate some of the more humorus tips and pick-up lines used by college students when trying to land a date. Who knows it may just work for you! But when all else fails (and yes I know it’s cliche) just be yourself. An original is always better than a duplicate.

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5 tips for getting that perfect internship

Posted on March 31, 2011 by

 

By: Jonee' L.

The end of the semester is rapidly approaching. Aside from worrying about finals and finishing the semester on a high note, students are now eagerly making summer plans. For most students this involves looking for a job or internship when your schedule is more flexible from a hectic school schedule. Most employers literally see hundreds of applications weekly for very competitive positions, so what can you do to set yourself apart from the other candidates?

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Student DO’s/DON’Ts when searching for a job

Posted on March 27, 2011 by

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A post earlier today in The Wausau Daily Herald discussed issues many college students face today especially in light of economic considerations and a tough economy. The post detailed how many students are looking at jobs that pay the most or majors that offer the most financial secure careers. The potential danger in this is that many  students are no longer pursuing their dreams rather chasing after money and settling for a job they are truly unhappy or uninterested in to have financial security. Is this the mindset one should have? I recall a very popular quote “Find a job you’ll love and you’ll never work a day in your life.” So this brings about the question for students to consider when searching for a job: do you follow passion or money? Continue reading →

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How students can cope with the loss of a friend

Posted on March 24, 2011 by

On yesterday March 23, 2011, 20-year-old Nickolas Williams a resident of Lakeland, Florida and TCC student died after being run over by a bus. Although we did not graduate at the same time, we did attend high-school together and he was a very close friend of my sister. The community, family and friends have been devastated by the unexpected loss with many of them finding it difficult to cope. As soon as word got out about his untimely death many were just in disbelief and refused to believe the person everyone was referring to was Nick…not “their Nick”. Friends, family members, teammates, teacher and former coaches flocked to his Facebook and Twitter pages grieving, writing touching stories about their favorite memories with him and their agony over the loss. Death is a topic many don’t like to talk about but it is also inevitable….so how do you cope with the loss of a loved one?

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How to fill out a FAFSA

Posted on March 20, 2011 by

 

The deadline for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA is May 15, 2011. However as most students know the earlier these forms are filled out the greater the chance of receiving the aid you’re entitled to. These awards are issued based on financial need, the FAFSA also determines the amount of Pell Grant students receive. In addition they have a system that looks through all Federal Grants you are eligible for. Unfortunately, most students and parents don’t know how to properly fill out a FASFA. The above video is a step-by-step guide to completing a FAFSA. It’ll help you maximize the amount of financial aid you qualify for and minimize mistakes on the form which can delay aid.

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3 Ways Employers Can Access Your Facebook

Posted on March 17, 2011 by

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As college students, it’s safe to say that the Internet and more specifically Social Networking sites are an integral part of out lives. However, when it comes time to apply for jobs and internships special attention needs to be paid to what images and information not only you but others are placing online. Employers are actively searching  Facebook, MySpace and Twitter accounts as part of standard background checks to find out who potential candidates “really are”. Everything you put on the Internet, even if it is in a password protected forum or account, could conceivably be found by someone.

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