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High School Students Passing Up Work Opportunities
H.S. students spurn summer work for other pursuits. This follows a trend noted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and reported by “The Columbia Dispatch.” [1] Summer Experience Cutting
Washington Opportunity Scholarship Launches With $50 Million Endowment
Well funded college scholarships are a premium, much more so when the economy is struggling. Economic concerns aside, two large companies – Boeing and Microsoft – have teamed up to
5 Colleges Make the Affordability Grade
Few colleges are deemed affordable for low-income students. Others might find it easier to obtain their bachelor’s degree at four-year institutions like South University Richmond VA due to the flexibility
College Entrance Exam Cheating…In China!
Illegal businesses aid student exam corruption. Beijing — Committing a crime in the People’s Republic of China can lead to serious consequences, with the Chinese government known to execute criminals
Omaha Prepares to Host College World Series at New Ballpark
The Road to Omaha takes shape. Omaha, Neb. — The 2011 NCAA Division 1 College World Series is held annually in Omaha, but this year fans will be treated to
Children of Divorced Parents Lose Out on College Financial Aid
Divorce Impact A recent study conducted by Rice University shows that children of divorced parents may miss out on some college financial aid, even if their parents remarry. Parents who
5 Ways to Reduce Your College Costs
While student loans have its place, there are five ways to reduce your college costs significantly, thereby reducing your reliance on borrowed funds: 1. Fill out a FAFSA — Known
Free at Last: College Athletics — Yeah, Right!
Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel resigned late last month, following allegations that several of his players sold Buckeye memorabilia to a Columbus, Ohio area tattoo-parlor owner. That move is
For-Profit Colleges Are Enjoying Explosive Growth
But, are students paying the price? Several smaller, private colleges including Dana College in Nebraska have closed its doors in recent years, victims of runaway expenditures and declining student populations.
Paypal Founder Pays Kids to Quit College
There are students who possess an innovative idea, one that they want to see come to fruition, except that college is currently standing in the way. Twenty Under Twenty Peter
Should the Big East Pursue Army & Navy?
College sports, particularly football, is in transition. Beginning on July 1, the University of Nebraska will move to the Big Ten Conference. This move follows other changes which includes Texas
Poor Academic Performance Results in NCAA Penalties for 103 Schools
Success on the basketball court or football gridiron isn’t exclusive of academic prowess. The NCAA, the regulating body for college athletics, requires member schools to meet certain academic minimums for
