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Going back to college? Chase your passion, not a paycheck
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Given current economic conditions, it's no surprise that many people are considering going back to college either to pursue a more advanced degree in their field or to change fields altogether. There is a process you can follow to be smart about returning to college.
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Make school lunches and snacks nutritious and fun
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As kids head back to school, parents are faced with the dilemma of finding foods to pack for lunch and snacks that kids want to eat and that are good for them. Most snacks available in the grocery stores are full of fat, sugar and/or salt with little nutritional benefit, so finding healthy choices that kids are willing to eat isn't always an easy task.
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Dorm room must-haves for fall
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Autumn is around the corner and for many American teens, that means the start of college. If you're a freshman, chances are you'll be spending at least one year living in a dorm. But dorm life doesn't have to be all function and no form. You can make things more comfortable for yourself and your roommates with a few simple and inexpensive purchases.
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Will your associate degree give you the boost needed for higher degrees?
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Sometimes, an associate degree is not enough. If you're an associate degree holder who's been working for a while, and you've decided it's time for more training, you might be wondering if you can count your associate toward a bachelor's degree. There are now bachelor's degree completion programs that can help you build on your associate degree.
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Refresh your resume for optimum performance
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Is your resume working for you? There's never been a better time to take a close look and make sure it is. With today's high rate of unemployment, many Americans are competing in a tight job market. Will your resume grab the attention of a prospective employer?
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Five ways to prevent and stop cyber bullying
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Bullying doesn't always happen on the playground. Cyber bullying is hurtful and stressful for children of all ages. Here are some tips to help prevent your child from being cyber bullied.
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Virtual schools 'clicking' for many students this school year
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A record number of students are heading back to school this year - without ever stepping foot inside a classroom. A growing number of virtual schools (also known as cyber schools or e-schools), combined with booming parent (and student) demand for high-quality virtual education, have more students than ever logging on, instead of boarding a school bus, this back-to-school season.
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Back to school - time to do your 'home' work
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Before you know it, the kids will be back in school ... which means back to crazy schedules of carpools and extracurricular activities. To help keep some sanity during your hectic days, do your "home" work now. A few simple steps to get your house organized and updated can mean less stress once the school year begins.
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Five must-use sites for a recent grad
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The Internet has morphed from a luxury to a utility in the last two decades, and it is now the premiere way to establish oneself as a desirable job candidate. It can be the best tool for college graduates entering the workforce, if you're using the right websites.
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Identity theft prevention tips for college kids heading back to campus
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Getting their dorm room organized, reconnecting with friends they met last year, making new friends, setting up a class schedule ... college students have a lot to look forward to as they head back to campus. Identity thieves eagerly anticipate back-to-school time too, because it often means more opportunity for them to purloin someone's private, personal information for their financial gain.
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