Education & Careers
Surfing in Safer Waters - What Students Need to Know
Today's students grew up with Internet connections in their cradles, so it's no wonder they don't hesitate to bank, shop or research on the Internet. Students use computers for everything from homework to playing games, to chatting with friends and just plain old surfing. However, they frequently forget they are surfing in an ocean of predators.
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Avoid Slang Slipping Into Students’ Schoolwork
Plz practice your writing B4 U head bak 2 school. C U in a few wkz. Millions of children (and adults!) use language like this to chat with friends, make weekend plans and stay in touch with out-of-town relatives via e-mail and Instant Messaging (IM).
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School's Done, How Will You Pay Back Your Student Loans?
Every May and June, thousands of young people march across the stage to accept their diplomas and begin the rest of their lives. But as they embark on this journey called life, many will carry a big burden with them -- student loans that need to be paid back.
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Enjoy the Outdoors While Protecting Your Family from Insects and Disease
According to the Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 4,180 reported cases of West Nile Virus in the United States, with 149 being fatal in 2006. Because of the increased concern about disease spread by flying insects, it is important to find a way to protect yourself and your family.
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Ten Tips for Working Your Way Up
When it comes to the working world, there are myths and there are realities. Attaining a promotion by simply showing up on time and doing your job proficiently is the stuff of folklore. These days, employees have to really prove their worth to gain advancement, as many employers are asking employees to do more with fewer resources, find hidden efficiencies and keep operating costs low.
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Boomer Empty Nesters Adding Online Social Networking to Recovery Options
Your last child is off to their first year in college, and their old car is packed full of clothes, sports gear, pictures and enough books to make their dorm room livable. You and your spouse keep waving until the car turns the corner out of sight, and then look at each other as a child-free couple for the first time in perhaps 20 years or more. Here are some helpful trips for a smooth transition.
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