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Thursday, January 08, 2009
 

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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Try Online Education to Make Your Dreams Happen

Getting a better job is part of pursuing the American dream. For more and more adults, pursuing an online degree helps them reach their goals.

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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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Going Back to School . . . as an Employee: Community Colleges Offer Various Career Options

Community involvement is an important element for the continued advancement of successful and effective colleges across the nation. Community colleges often accomplish this by implementing area outreach initiatives, forming local partnerships, participating in various community programs, and providing educational resources, support and services to community residents.

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Give Those Who Battle Diabetes the Recognition They Deserve

The next time you hear someone say, "I can't do it," tell them the story of American cross-country skier Kris Freeman.

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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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New Wheelchair Helps People with Disabilities to Live as Normal a Life as Possible

A technological breakthrough is making life easier for people with disabilities. The INDEPENDENCE iBot 4000 Mobility System is a unique wheelchair that gives them back their mobility, and then some. Here's one man's incredible story.

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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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