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Not Going to College: 6 Common Excuses Debunked
Most of us have realized by now that college isn
Eliminate Athletic Scholarships, Suggests Ralph Nader
Longtime consumer advocate Ralph Nader is in the news yet again. The four-time U.S. presidential candidate believes it
College Scholarships for Kids: It’s Never Too Soon to Start Saving!
Some financial experts claim the economy is starting to turn around, but one thing
Attending College Fairs this Spring? 10 Helpful Hints
Most high school seniors are counting down the days til graduation, but high school juniors are also gearing up for their next academic adventure
College Traditions Cancelled due to High Alcohol Consumption
Recent waves of college crackdowns on events that tend to foster high alcohol consumption have thousands of students changing their plans, reports Inside Higher Ed.
Schools are cancelling decades-old college traditions and also attempting to call off new parties that haven
SAT Reality TV Question: Uproar over Jersey Shore?
After months of preparation and dozens of practice exams, thousands of high school students sat down in front of the real deal on Saturday, March 12, 2011
U.S. Colleges Recalling Students Studying Abroad in Japan
As the U.S. Department of State strongly urges U.S. citizens to postpone travel to Japan and asks those in Japan to consider departing, colleges and universities across the U.S. are advising or requiring students participating in study abroad programs in Japan to return home.
U.S. News Best Graduate Schools 2012
The U.S. News and World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings for 2012 were released online March 15, 2011. Highlights of the rankings will be available in the 22nd annual print edition of the popular guide for potential graduate students on April 5, 2011 while the most comprehensive version of Best Graduate Schools 2012 will be available online only through the new U.S. News Graduate School Compass.
Low College Athlete Graduation Rates Causing Concern during March Madness
Earlier this week 65 college teams began competing in the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament, a beloved month-long, billion dollar event known as March Madness. Watching the games at a neighborhood sports bar is enough to show that some fans get so wrapped up in the tournament, they almost forget that the players are still in school.
Inspirational Advice for College Graduates: Famous Commencement Speakers
Spring is quickly approaching and many colleges have already announced their commencement speakers for 2011. The individuals that are selected to address the degree candidates at graduation ceremonies, college commencement speakers often offer an entertaining mixture of wisdom and advice with a few laughs thrown into the mix. They are typically awarded an honorary doctorate from the school.
From authors and talk show hosts to entrepreneurs and frogs, the following famous commencement speakers made quite an impression. Read on to learn more.
10 Best Internships for 2011
Landing an awesome internship is a step in the right direction for current college students and recent college graduates hoping to gain full-time employment. Vault.com, a popular career media company that focuses on providing professionals and students with up-to-date employer information and industry news, has just released its 10 best internships for 2011.
Thinking About Graduate School? Higher Degrees Mean Lower Blood Pressure
Competitive advantages in the workplace and increased earning potential aren
Student Coaching Improves College Retention and Graduation Rates
Although enrollments have been rising at both two- and four-year colleges, college graduation rates remain stagnant. More students are starting college and not finishing, raising the question of
Marijuana and College Students: Pot Still Banned on Campus
Pot, grass, weed, reefer … whatever you want to call it, marijuana use has surged since the 1990s and recurring research has found that anywhere between 30 and 35% of college students admit to using marijuana at least annually.
Marijuana has been approved for medical use in several states, but colleges and universities in those states are still banning the drug on campus.
College Students’ Voting Rights Placed on the Table
Young Americans have had a very strong presence in recent elections, but Republican state lawmakers are hoping to end the trend.
Dozens of voting-related bills are being pushed by House Republicans to
Flash Mobs on Campus: Impromptu Seminars Prompt Learning Outside the Classroom
In cities across the world, flash mobs have gathered in public places to sing, dance, freeze in place, even pillow fight, but the University of Virginia has taken a slightly different approach. Students and faculty have started coming together outside the classroom for informal
Women More Likely to Earn College Degrees but Wage Gap Remains
Although more women than men are attending college and earning degrees, a considerable wage gap remains between the sexes. According to a new White House report focusing on women in the workplace, women earn an average of 75% as much as their male counterparts.
More College Graduates Turning to Public Service Jobs
Thanks in part to the troubled economy and job hunting difficulties, a surprising number of recent college graduates have turned toward careers in public service.