Monthly Archives: December 2013

Interacting with Veterans: Tips for Educators

Veterans’ unique experience and knowledge can be a valuable asset to the diversity and depth of an institution’s culture. The military develops a focus on mission accomplishment and teamwork that is not easily lost. Individuals often bring a strong commitment … Continue reading

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Words of Wisdom: Five Books You Should Have on Your List

Maybe you have some extra time you’re looking to fill this winter break, maybe a long flight coming up, or maybe it happens to be one of your New Year’s Resolutions. Whatever the reason, reading for a few hours a … Continue reading

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New Year’s Resolutions You Shouldn’t Make

The danger of New Year’s Resolutions for students is that they become something like homework. And while students are actually very good at doing homework, the concern here is that it’s the student determining the assignment. So instead of making … Continue reading

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Avoiding a Holi-daze

The holidays can be a great time to relax, re-energize, and reconnect with loved ones. But for students, the season can also be a danger to the collegiate state of mind, adding all kinds of potential stress to the following … Continue reading

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4 Steps to a Better Presentation

Whether it’s a brief introduction of you to a company or an hour-long thesis discussion, all presentations have much in common. And we’re not just talking about that colony of butterflies in your stomach. Every presentation requires ample preparation, creativity, … Continue reading

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