Back 2 Campus…Academic Options!
Considering your academic options? Do you even know them? Been going to class and finding your coursework a wee bit more difficult than what you had anticipated? Maybe you need to think about revisiting your academic plan or do you have one? You do remember...
New Student Orientation 2018
The thought of attending a new student orientation at the college of your choice often creates feelings of excitement and anticipation. It can, however, also create moments of anxiety. New student orientation is your pathway into a new, often challenging environment...
Writing College Research Papers
Dr. Lana W. Jackman Academic/Career Adviser Emeritus College students often cringe at the thought of writing a college research paper. That's because writing a 20-page college research paper, for most, is a very stressful, anxiety-inducing experience! Perhaps, you're...
Academic Advisor – Optional or Essential?
College Students - Heads Up... Your Academic Advisor...optional or essential? An asset on your college and career success team or a potential liability? Unlike high school, where you can wait forever to see your guidance counselor, a campus academic advisor is an...
Networking, Ready for Your Next Chapter…
You either know what you want to do with your life or you’re still trying to figure that out. Who is on your networking list? Have you honestly evaluated your skill set?
Financial Aid Myths – 7 You Need to Know
Believing financial aid myths instead of finding out the facts is a major set-up for missing out on educational opportunities! Anyone can "apply", using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) . HOWEVER, only U.S. citizens or eligible...
President Obama and Information Literacy Practice
We’re in the Information Age and information rules! Not knowing how to access the “right” information can definitely put you at a disadvantage, whether at home, school, or work. So what do you do?
College Textbooks – Freebies Available?
Need to buy some college textbooks this semester? As a matter of fact, buying college textbooks today is a major financial and academic challenge for many new and continuing students. Finally, help is on the way! There's a movement afoot, blossoming on college...
A Personal Story – College Success
A personal story often highlights the benefits of working smarter in college while working harder. Bachelor of Arts Degree (B.A.) First of All... would you agree that earning a college degree is a major life accomplishment? Having a B.A. degree can improve the...
Academic Advisors – Should They Know Financial Aid Basics?
Key Student Support Services - Academic Advising and Student Financial Aid Academic advisors on college and university campuses across the nation need to know basic financial aid information. Moreover, financial aid is, perhaps, one of the most...
Improve Your Networking Skills
Why is Networking so Important? First of all, networking is an art as well as a skill. To network means to promote the sharing of information as well as getting information. However, many people think that networking is primarily about getting contacts for personal...
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