EDUCATION CAREERS &
AN ANTON MEDIA GROUP SPECIAL • SEPTEMBER 30 OCTOBER 6, 2015
College & Career Fairs Three major October events on Long Island
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CAREERS & EDUCATION • SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 6, 2015 –––––––––––––––––– ADVERTORIAL ––––––––––––––––––
In honor of the 60th Anniversary of the founding of Long Island University’s Brookville campus, LIU Post will hold its largest Homecoming celebration in University history. The four-day festival of events kicks-off on Thursday, October 8 and runs through Sunday, October 11, and will bring together distinguished alumni and celebrities, including Seth Meyers, Kristin Chenoweth, Brian Kilmeade ’86, Joe Gatto ’98, and Sarabeth Levine ’64. “We are excited to present alumni, students, and the surrounding community with the most impressive Homecoming celebration in our history,” states Kimberly R. Cline, President. “By offering dozens of events and exciting appearances from honored and accomplished alumni, there are a number of engaging opportunities to connect with fellow Pioneers.”
LIU POST CELEBRATES ITS 60TH ANNIVERSARY WITH HOMECOMING APPEARANCES FROM FAMED ALUMNI AND NOTABLE CELEBRITIES
LIU Post’s Homecoming weekend begins on Thursday, October 8, with the 10th Annual Pioneer Athletics Hall of Fame, featuring alumnus Brian Kilmeade ’86, co-host of Fox and Friends and best-selling author, as emcee. The Athletics Hall of Fame will include the inauguration of the Medal of Service award in recognition of the late Gary Wichard ’72, the record-setting quarterback and former NFL player whose successful career as a sports agent inspired Cameron Crowe’s Oscar nominated film, Jerry Maguire. The award will be presented to Dom Anile ’59, former Pioneers football head coach who went on to a long career in the NFL as head of operations for the Indianapolis Colts. Robert Higgins ’65, a former New York Giant and New York Jet, will receive the University’s top athletics honor, the Presidential Medallion, for his commitment to LIU. Also on October 8, LIU’s award-winning radio station, WCWP 88.1 FM, will host a reunion in celebration of the station’s 50th anniversary on-air. Homecoming weekend continues on Friday, October 9, with a campus-wide Pep Rally featuring alumnus Joe Gatto ’98 of TruTV’s comedy show, Impractical Jokers, and a fireworks spectacular presented by alumnus Felix (Phil) Grucci ’86 and the Grucci Fireworks Company. Following the Pep Rally, former SNL star and current NBC Late Night host Seth Meyers will take center stage for an outstanding evening of comedy at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts at LIU Post. The star-studded appearances continue on Saturday, October 10, with LIU Post alumna and award-winning chef and restaurateur Sarabeth Levine ’64, as she brings the tastes of Sarabeth’s Bakery to campus and hosts a signing of her latest cookbook. Later that evening, Tony Award-winning actress and Broadway sensation Kristin Chenoweth will perform at the Tilles Center as the guest of honor at a gala celebrates its 35th season as Long Island’s premier cultural and performing arts venue. “We anticipate welcoming over 10,000 alumni, family, and friends back to the beautiful LIU Post campus,” stated Michael S. Glickman, Vice President for University Advancement. “This year’s homecoming weekend will surpass all previous University celebrations and connect thousands of past graduates with current students and their families.” In addition to notable alumni, LIU Post will present over 20 events, ranging from a free family carnival for alumni, parents, students, and the community, to an exclusive wine tour on the east end of Long Island for alumni. For more information or to register for these events, please visit www.posthomecoming.liu.edu
About LIU Post
Situated on Long Island’s idyllic Gold Coast, LIU Post is home to over 120,000 alumni; offers more than 200 academic programs; features world-class faculty; hosts 22 athletic teams; and is home to the nation’s first School of Professional Accountancy, and the renowned Tilles Center for the Performing Arts at LIU Post. 139651
CAREERS & EDUCATION • SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 6, 2015 Kristin Chenoweth
Calling all LIU Post Alumni
Homecoming 2015 O C T O B E R 8 -11
Join us for 4 days of celebration, post pride, and new memories.
Seth Meyers
Events include: • Alumni Wine Tour • Carnival & Tailgating • Pioneers vs. Merrimack • Tilles Gala & Special performance by Kristin Chenoweth • Special comedic performance by Seth Meyers Joe Gatto
• And more
For more information visit: posthomecoming.liu.edu
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FASNY Tuition Reimbursement Deadline: October 2 The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) has announced an Oct. 2 application deadline for tuition reimbursement through its historic educational initiative, the Higher Education Learning Plan (HELP). This statewide community college tuition reimbursement program is geared towards recruiting and retaining volunteer firefighters throughout New York State. “The FASNY HELP program has benefited hundreds of dedicated firefighters serving communities across the state. In addition to helping meet the staffing needs of local departments, a better educated firefighter is simply a better firefighter. For the student volunteers and the fire departments, this is the very definition of a ‘win-win’ situation,” said FASNY President Robert McConville. Under FASNY HELP, any active volunteer firefighter, in good standing, who hasn’t already earned a college degree is eligible for up to 100 percent tuition reimbursement. The reimbursement is in exchange for maintaining good grades and fulfilling
service requirements in one of New York’s volunteer fire companies. There is no restriction on the type of academic courses that the HELP student-volunteer can pursue, either on a full-time or part-time basis. FASNY HELP also covers online courses taken through Empire State College. FASNY HELP funds can be utilized for tuition costs incurred in the fall 2015 and spring 2016 semesters. Eligible student-volunteers must maintain acceptable levels of training and volunteer activity while attending school and fulfill a service requirement after they complete their course of study. They must attend a chartered NYS community college; Empire State College’s inclusion in the program has expanded students’
location options. Due to a variety of factors, many volunteer fire departments are experiencing the need to recruit and retain more members. Tuition
reimbursement can be an effective incentive for people to volunteer in their local community. The deadline to apply for tuition reimbursement for the upcoming semester is Oct. 2. Visit www.fasny.com/help for more information.
Fair To Help Students Explore College Options Students and parents are invited to dive into the college search process at the Long Island National College Fair on Sunday, Oct. 4, at the Suffolk County Community Health, Sports & Education Center, Grant Campus, on Long Island from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event, sponsored by the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) and hosted by the New York State Association for College Admission Counseling (NYSACAC), is free and open to the public. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with admission representatives from public and private colleges and universities, including some international institutions. Both two- and four-year schools will be featured. Participants will receive tips on how to navigate the college selection process, and learn more about admission requirements, financial aid, course offerings and campus life. Students and parents can discuss individual needs with college experts at the fair’s counseling center, said Greg Ferguson, NACAC director.
“As the process of applying to and selecting a college becomes more and more competitive and complex, students and parents need all the help and information they can get,” Ferguson said. “The resources and opportunities provided by National College Fairs are invaluable.” Now in its 43rd year, the National College Fair program annually helps more than 675,000 students and families nationwide explore their options for higher education, making it one of the
most visible college recruitment tools in the country. NACAC sponsors 61 college fairs across the U.S. Visit www.nationalcollegefairs. org for more information about the Long Island National College Fair, including directions, a list of colleges
exhibiting at the event and tips to help students prepare for the fair. Students are encouraged to register at www. gotomyncf.com. You can also email collegefairs@ nacacnet.org or call 800-822-6285 for additional details.
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Don’t Be Afraid Of The New SAT BY DR. IRA WOLF
SPECIALSECTIONS@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM
The SAT is changing and many parents and students are panicking. If you are one of them—stop. Take a deep breath! There is no reason for concern. The SAT changes regularly. It changed in 1995, in 2005, and now again in 2016. Each time the test changed, people worried. In 2005, the changes were far more drastic than the current changes, and everything was fine. At that time, the reading sections changed, the math sections changed, and a whole new writing part was added to the SAT. Students faced 35 minutes of multiple-choice grammar questions, and for the first time ever, students had to write an essay. The SAT went from two parts to three parts, with the top score going from 1600 to 2400. That year, I wrote a book, published by Barron’s, entitled How to Prepare for the New SAT. Of course, that “new SAT” that everyone was so worried about is now the “old SAT” that everyone wishes was still in effect. In 2005, PowerPrep, the SAT/ACT test prep company I founded, as well as all other test prep companies, started teaching courses for the newly changed SAT. Students who prepared properly did just as well on that SAT as they would have done on the previous one. And the same thing will be true this year. Having just finished writing Barron’s brand-new book, The New SAT (to be published in November), to help students prepare for the new test, I can assure you that students who prepare conscientiously for the new SAT that will be given for the first time in March 2016 will do just as well as they would have had they been able to take the old SAT.
• First of all, as already mentioned, the essay is optional: students who don’t want to write an essay won’t have to, and for them the SAT will be much shorter than the current SAT—three hours instead of three hours and 45 minutes. • Next, all of the multiple-choice questions will have four choices instead of five, making it much easier for students to guess correctly when they aren’t sure what the correct answer is. • There is no longer a penalty for wrong answers. So students should always
guess: when they don’t have enough time to finish a section they should take their final 10 seconds and make a wild guess on every question they don’t get up to. And, of course, they should fill in an answer for every question they do get to, guessing
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Sunday, October 4, 2015 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Suffolk County Community College, Grant Campus (New Location) Health, Sports, and Education Center 1001 Crooked Hill Road, Brentwood, NY 11717
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First of all, the test will once again have only two parts—English and math—worth 800 points each. So the top score will once again be 1600 points. There is an optional essay that some students will choose to take, but their scores on the essay will not affect their overall score. The English and math parts of the new SAT will take exactly three hours to complete. After completing those parts, students who have chosen not to write the optional essay will leave the test center. The students who choose to write the essay will remain in their seats while the other students leave and then they will have 50 minutes in which to write their essays.
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Suffolk County Community College H Suffolk County Community College Grant Campus 1001 Crooked Hill Road Brentwood, NY 11717-1092 631-851-6900
2015 LOADING DOCK
FAIR HOURS: Sunday, October 4, 2015 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. AUXILIARY GYM ENTRANCE
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e Heath, Sports & Education Center For a complete list of participating colleges turn to page 8B
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PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS SCHOOLS
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INTERNATIONAL AMERICAN COLLEGE DUBLIN, DUBLIN, IRELAND THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF PARIS, PARIS, FRANCE CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY, MONTREAL, QC, CANADA FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY SWITZERLAND, LUGANO, SWITZERLAND MCGILL UNIVERSITY, MONTREAL, QC, CANADA RICHMOND UNIVERSITY IN LONDON, UK RYERSON UNIVERSITY, TORONTO, ON, CANADA
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ALABAMA AIR FORCE ROTC THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
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ARIZONA ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
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CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY FIDM/FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN & MERCHANDISING NEW YORK FILM ACADEMY SAN JOSÉ STATE UNIVERSITY SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY SOKA UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, RIVERSIDE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA-SANTA CRUZ UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO
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COLORADO COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO BOULDER
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CONNECTICUT ALBERTUS MAGNUS COLLEGE CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY LYME ACADEMY COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS MITCHELL COLLEGE POST UNIVERSITY QUINNIPIAC UNIVERSITY U.S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN UNIVERSITY OF SAINT JOSEPH WESTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
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DELAWARE GOLDEY-BEACOM COLLEGE
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HAWAII UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA
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KENTUCKY EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
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LOUISIANA TULANE UNIVERSITY
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NEW YORK CONT’D CUNY-KINGSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE 641 DAEMEN COLLEGE 510 DOMINICAN COLLEGE 149 DOWLING COLLEGE 506 FARMINGDALE STATE COLLEGE - SUNY 338 FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, SUNY 702 FINGER LAKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE 245 FIVE TOWNS COLLEGE 216 FORDHAM UNIVERSITY 513 HARTWICK COLLEGE 542 HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY 237, 239 HOUGHTON COLLEGE 605 IONA COLLEGE 708 ISLAND DRAFTING & TECHNICAL INSTITUTE 202 ITHACA COLLEGE 644 JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE 744 KEUKA COLLEGE 620 LE MOYNE COLLEGE 324 LIM COLLEGE 222 LIU - POST & BROOKLYN 132 MANHATTAN COLLEGE 431 MANHATTANVILLE COLLEGE 108 MARIST COLLEGE 707 MARYMOUNT MANHATTAN COLLEGE 147 MERCY COLLEGE 435 MOLLOY COLLEGE 208 MOUNT SAINT MARY COLLEGE 411 NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE 418 NAZARETH COLLEGE 531 THE NEW SCHOOL 741 NEW YORK FILM ACADEMY 405 NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 733, 735 NEW YORK SCHOOL OF INTERIOR DESIGN 249 NIAGARA UNIVERSITY 334 PACE UNIVERSITY 637 PURCHASE COLLEGE, SUNY 606 QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE 414 RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE 229 ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 728 THE SAGE COLLEGES 523 SAINT BONAVENTURE UNIVERSITY 219 SAINT JOHN’S UNIVERSITY 436, 438 SIENA COLLEGE 212 ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE 351 ST. JOHN FISHER COLLEGE 304 ST. JOSEPH’S COLLEGE 400 ST. THOMAS AQUINAS COLLEGE 300 STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT FREDONIA 611 SUFFOLK COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE 205 SUNY AT STONY BROOK 742 SUNY BROCKPORT 118 SUNY BUFFALO STATE 342 SUNY COBLESKILL 426 SUNY COLLEGE AT CORTLAND 104 SUNY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AT CANTON 752 SUNY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AT DELHI 750 SUNY ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & FORESTRY 408 SUNY GENESEO 535
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OHIO MIAMI UNIVERSITY OHIO UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON WITTENBERG UNIVERSITY
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PENNSYLVANIA ALBRIGHT COLLEGE ALVERNIA UNIVERSITY ARCADIA UNIVERSITY CABRINI COLLEGE CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA CEDAR CREST COLLEGE CHESTNUT HILL COLLEGE DELAWARE VALLEY UNIVERSITY DESALES UNIVERSITY DICKINSON COLLEGE DREXEL UNIVERSITY DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY EAST STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE GETTYSBURG COLLEGE HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY IMMACULATA UNIVERSITY KING’S COLLEGE KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY LA SALLE UNIVERSITY
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PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS CONT’D SCHOOLS
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PENNSYLVANIA CONT’D LAFAYETTE COLLEGE 335 LINCOLN UNIVERSITY OF PA 424 LOCK HAVEN UNIVERSITY 148 LYCOMING COLLEGE 530 MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY 714 MESSIAH COLLEGE 517 MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY 631 MORAVIAN COLLEGE 532 MUHLENBERG COLLEGE 625 NEUMANN UNIVERSITY 251 PENN STATE 137, 139 PENNSYLVANIA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY 748 PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY 336 SAINT FRANCIS UNIVERSITY 221 SAINT JOSEPH’S UNIVERSITY 514 SAINT VINCENT COLLEGE 450 SUSQUEHANNA UNIVERSITY 528 TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 417 UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH 636, 638 UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT BRADFORD 640 UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON 213 UNIVERSITY OF THE SCIENCES 630 VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY 731 WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA 309 WIDENER UNIVERSITY 515 WILSON COLLEGE 109 YORK COLLEGE OF PENNSYLVANIA 521 RHODE ISLAND BRYANT UNIVERSITY JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY PROVIDENCE COLLEGE RHODE ISLAND COLLEGE ROGER WILLIAMS UNIVERSITY SALVE REGINA UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND
704 604 651 442 225 117 601
SOUTH CAROLINA CHARLESTON SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY CLEMSON UNIVERSITY
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COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY THE CITADEL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA
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TENNESSEE VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY
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UTAH UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
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VERMONT CASTLETON UNIVERSITY JOHNSON STATE COLLEGE LYNDON STATE COLLEGE MARLBORO COLLEGE SAINT MICHAEL’S COLLEGE SOUTHERN VERMONT COLLEGE UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT VERMONT TECHNICAL COLLEGE
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VIRGINIA CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT UNIVERSITY GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY HAMPTON UNIVERSITY JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY LONGWOOD UNIVERSITY OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY RADFORD UNIVERSITY REGENT UNIVERSITY ROANOKE COLLEGE SHENANDOAH UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY VIRGINIA TECH
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WEST VIRGINIA FAIRMONT STATE UNIVERSITY
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WISCONSIN UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON
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CAREERS & EDUCATION • SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 6, 2015 ADVERTORIAL
Make no mistake: retaining students isn’t about the numbers. Student success is the heart and soul of Coastal Carolina University.
Coastal Carolina University has made student retention an institution-wide priority involving the entire university, faculty and staff. The personal attention
students receive from faculty is our gold standard, and it’s not uncommon for a student to select a particular field because a faculty member challenged and inspired them. The aim is to provide the best academic opportunities and experiences that not only validate students’ areas of study, but also give students a head start on their careers once they graduate. Coastal Carolina University is about developing the whole student— the physical, spiritual and social aspects undergirded by a solid academic foundation.
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Governor Announces $500,000 Available To Increase College Enrollment Governor Andrew Cuomo announced on Sept. 18 that there will be up to $500,000 in state grants to increase college access for 2016 high school graduates. New York State’s College Action Grants will award up to $5,000 to eligible high schools and community organizations that promote activities aimed at increasing the rate of low-income New York State high school seniors who apply to college, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and ultimately enroll in a college. “Increasing access to higher education is essential to strengthening this
state’s economy,” Cuomo said. “This funding will help more low-income and at-risk students get access to a college education and unlock the potential that comes with it.” Eligible high schools are those in which 50 percent or more of the students are eligible to participate in the federal free and reduced-price lunch program. Qualified not-for-profit organizations serving low-income students from such high schools are also eligible to apply for this grant opportunity. The College Action Grants are administered by the New York
State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) and financed through a $6.5 million College Access Challenge Grant awarded to the state in 2014 by the U.S. Department of Education to support college access services and activities. “The federal College Access Challenge Grant funds awarded to New York State have allowed us to inspire and assist thousands of students who would have otherwise struggled in their pursuit of a postsecondary education,” said Acting President of the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation Elsa Magee. “In this, CACG’s final year, we
are pleased to offer these grants to help students navigate the three critical components required to make their college dreams a reality.” College Action Grant applicants must agree to participate in three statewide college access initiatives: • College Application Week, Oct. 26-30, 2015 • New York State’s Student Financial Aid Awareness Campaign’s FAFSA Completion Hands-on Workshop, Jan-March 2016 • College Signing Day, May 2016 Visit www.hesc.ny.gov/ collegeaction) for more information.
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harder; in fact, many students will find them easier. The existing SAT is officially called the “SAT Reasoning Test,” and the math questions on it are meant to determine how good a student’s logical reasoning skills are. The math questions on the new SAT are more in line with what students have learned in school, so most students will find them to be more straightforward. There will also be more questions based on data in charts and graphs, something that students learn
throughout their middle school and high school years. The bottom line is this: The new SAT is “new,” it is a bit different from the “old” SAT, but in many ways it will be easier. And in many ways it will be easier than the ACT. There is no reason whatsoever for students to sign up for the ACT in order to avoid the SAT. Finally, remember that all the students in the country are in the same boat; the SAT is scored on a scale: students who would have
received average scores on the old SAT will receive average scores on the new SAT; students who would have received top scores on the old SAT will receive top scores on the new SAT. Stop worrying, prepare properly, and you will be successful. Dr. Wolf is the author of several test prep books and is the president of PowerPrep. He can be reached by email at powerprepcourses@yahoo.com or by phone at 516-484-4468.
whenever they aren’t sure. • Also, since sentence completions have been eliminated, students will no longer have to spend time memorizing the meanings of obscure vocabulary words. They won’t have to know whether really bad behavior is “ebullient,” “ephemeral,” “egregious,” or “evanescent.” The math sections on the new SAT will be somewhat different, but not
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WHAT’S IN YOUR NATURE?
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College is a time for exploring your interests, building your strengths and discovering your goals. It’s also a time to meet friends and make lifelong memories. At Finger Lakes Community College, you’ll create your path to a successful future. When you earn a two-year associate degree from FLCC, you’ll be achieving the first step in reaching your long-term goals – whatever they are. Whether you plan to start your career after graduation or transfer to a four-year school to continue your studies, FLCC offers the academic programs, support services, and hands-on learning that’s designed to meet your needs. Even fun extracurricular activities can help you network and gain skills that will help you at FLCC and beyond! With more than 50 degree and certificate programs to choose from, you
are sure to find one to fit your future goals. From transfer-friendly degrees like Liberal Arts and Sciences to innovative career programs such as our Viticulture and Wine Technology program, you can find them at FLCC. Learn here. Live here. Living close to campus can be convenient and affordable, and can enrich your college experience here at FLCC. There is a wide range of housing opportunities to explore, including The Suites at Laker Landing. “The Suites” as they are known are apartment-style student housing conveniently located next to FLCC’s nature trails, tennis courts and arboretum, and features lighted walkways to FLCC’s main building. Enjoy the comfort of full kitchens, wireless Internet access, single occupancy bedrooms, in-building laundry, fitness facilities, lounge and study areas.
Small price tag. Big value. Did you know that FLCC has one of the lowest tuition rates in the region? Whether you’re planning to transfer to a four-year school or move on to the workforce, you can literally save thousands of dollars at Finger Lakes Community College. In-state tuition per year is just $4,180 for full-time students and $168 per credit hour for part-time students, and approximately 75% of students receive some form of financial assistance each year. Whatever your plans, an FLCC education gives you the financial freedom to invest in your future. When you compare the cost of tuition and the degrees, activities, and services offered by FLCC versus other schools – even four-year colleges and universities – you’ll find that FLCC is an amazing value. To learn even more, visit www.flcc.edu.
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Valuable Insurance Tips for College Students BY WENDI MCADEN
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College is an exciting time for young adults. Everything is new and, for those who go away to school, it’s likely their first real taste of independence. Social calendars fill up, Facebook friend requests increase and students sift through event invites, deciding which parties to attend and whether or not they will make Sunday brunch at the sorority house. While there are plenty of distractions, college is also characterized by hard work and responsibility. Classes are more challenging, and mom and dad aren’t around to facilitate morning wake-up calls or prepare healthy home-cooked meals. Also, included among these newfound responsibilities is the protection of personal property. “Most college students don’t think about protecting their belongings because, until this point, they’ve lived under their parents’ safety net,” said Stephanie Behnke, claims innovation director for Mercury Insurance. “Parents have a million other things running through their heads when their kids leave for college—like whether their son will brush his teeth regularly or if their daughter will make it to class on time. Talking to their children about insurance needs doesn’t necessarily top the list.” Students bring many pricey belongings from home—electronics, like laptops, iPhones, tablets, televisions and gaming systems are common dorm room items. They may also have a skateboard, bike, vehicle or combination of all of the above. “All I was really thinking about were my classes and social calendar,” said Leighann Tomita, student at Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY. “I thought a lot about the things I would need to bring to school with me, but never stopped to think about what I would do if anything was stolen.” The excitement and bustle of the social scene is a hallmark of college life, and students sometimes forget that not everyone they meet at school has the best intentions. Crime exists in most communities and college life isn’t immune to it. According to the FBI, 97 percent of crimes reported by college students in 2012 were property crimes and a whopping 41 percent of these thefts occurred on campus. “I never thought about renters insurance until I left for college,” said Jacob Turner, student at the
National Holistic Institute in Emeryville, CA. “I decided to take out a policy just in case anything happened. My laptop was stolen, and the policy covered a replacement. I’m thankful I made the choice to get insurance because I don’t know what I would have done if it wasn’t covered.” Another on-campus threat to personal property is fire. Firefighters respond to an average of 3,806 college housing structure fires per year. These fires cause an annual average of $9.4 million in personal property damage and losses. “Students should look into renters insurance options,” Behnke said. “They’ll be surprised how affordable this type of insurance can be. Many of these policies cover things like theft and items destroyed in fires. Laptops are an essential for most college students and experiencing a loss that isn’t covered can be tough when you don’t have the money for a replacement.” The bottom line: With greater independence comes greater responsibility. To maximize your college experience, here are a few tips to protect personal property: • Cover personal belongings with an insurance policy. Students who live on campus may have coverage Laptops are an essential for most college students and experiencing a loss that isn’t covered can available through their be tough when you don’t have the money for a replacement. parents’ homeowner’s polpresence on social media. companies frequently offer disicy. Some companies have • Use a bicycle lock when you’re out counts for vehicles equipped with policy options that extend personal and about or for added security anti-theft devices. Students with property coverage for individuals while on campus. Steel and titanium good grades—at least a B average— away from home. Students living off locks are difficult to cut and provide may be eligible for an additional campus may not be covered by their thieves with a challenge. Reinforcing discount as well. parents’ policy and should look into these locks with cable locks, which • Ensure that your auto insurance is purchasing renters insurance. can be threaded through wheels, will up-to-date. Coverage for vehicles • Create an inventory. Record the provide extra security. left at home while in school should value of all personal property to • Secure valuable electronics, like TVs be maintained to protect the vehicle determine the right amount of covand laptops, to stable fixtures with from theft or any damage that may erage needed in the event of a loss. locking mounts in your room, so occur while it is parked. This will • Always lock doors. Talk to roomthey can’t be easily removed. Also also protect you if you forget to mates and make sure to commuprotect personal electronics with notify your agent to add coverage nicate the importance of securing passwords to guard accessibility and back to your vehicle when you are personal belongings. discourage theft. home for a visit. • Conceal valuables. Never leave • If you have a vehicle on campus, inWendi McAden writes for Mercury electronics or other valuables out in stall or activate the alarm. Insurance Insurance. plain sight and do not advertise their
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CAREERS & EDUCATION • SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 6, 2015 ADVERTORIAL
Dowling College is an independent comprehensive educational institution in the liberal arts tradition whose mission is to prepare students to succeed in a wide range of careers and creative pursuits.
to give back and to lead and contribute to a global community. Dowling College is always changing its academics in order to meet the needs of today’s students and those to come in the future.
We are transforming the liberal arts education in our efforts to prepare students to work in a global environment. Today’s graduates need an education rooted in the liberal arts combined with the career preparation to be successful. Our curriculum includes internship opportunities in most majors a to ensure that students receive real world experiences, while simultaneously providing a foundation of the required core. As a part of Service Learning, students are involved in community service
School of Education – In the next three to five years, 30% of the work force in K-12 are eligible to retire. We expect that there will be need for teachers on Long Island and in the profession in general by the year 2019! We are also providing a new certification extension in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL). We also have a strong program in Sports Management and Physical Education.
School of Business –Within the School of Business in addition to the traditional majors, we provide Criminal Justice program. At the graduate level, we offer our Executive MBA program as well as an MBA with a Health Care or an Aviation concentration. School of Arts and Sciences – The college has created highly regarded new programs in high growth areas like Advertising, Health Studies, Sustainability Studies, Public Policy, Globalization Studies, Law and Society, Video Game Design, Spanish, Organizational Psychology and Expressive Arts Therapy. Many of these programs will be unique to Long Island.
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School of Aviation – Aviation at Dowling continues to have a strong international as well as regional presence as the aviation industry demands college graduates wellschooled in the complexity of this growing business sector. With over 2000 aviation companies on Long Island, we are able to provide strong and varied internship experiences that result in great careers in the Aviation industry. Dowling College enjoys a rich history and generations of alumni can attest to how it prepared them for success on both personal and professional levels and is, perhaps, one of the most telling metrics of our success. Dowling ranks in the top 25% of earnings for college graduates in the country. 140060
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Navigate Today’s Entrepreneurial Landmines Without An MBA BY TONI TANTLINGER
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Steve Jobs. Bill Gates. Richard Branson. Marc Zuckerberg. Ted Turner. They are just some of the world’s business giants who’ve never earned a college degree. “Higher education certainly has its benefits; but based on experience, the data that’s out there and what others have told me, there can be better ways of preparing for a life in business than beginning one’s earning years tens of thousands of dollars in debt from college,” said Ed Basler, a veteran entrepreneur and CEO of E.J. Basler Co. (www.ejbasler.com). “Hard work, working smart, listening and abiding in the examples of those who’ve been successful are the keys to success in business. College doesn’t necessarily impart those attributes to students. The price of an MBA is certain, but its value is not.” Nearly 70 percent of seniors who graduated from public and nonprofit colleges in 2013 had student loan debt, which averaged $28,400 per borrower, according to The Institute for College Access and Success. If a costly college degree doesn’t necessarily deliver the goods on what works in business, then what does? Basler, author of The Meat & Potatoes Guide to Business Survival: A Handbook for Non-MBA’s & College Dropouts, briefly explains key principles. • Respect the power of your vision. It may sound hokey to some, but not to dreamers like Walt Disney—another giant who succeeded without a degree. In fact, those who criticize the dreams of visionaries are those who’ve either failed or never dared to dream in the first place. To put it simply, big vision = big results; small vision = small results; no vision = no results. Never mind the naysayers. Listen to those who have something to say, including those who fully support your dream, and those who offer constructive criticism. Talk it out with anyone who’ll listen. Be open to improvement. • Fly with eagles. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Join your industry’s trade association. It is a wealth of ideas, information and networking opportunities. Meet the leaders in your fields. Join your local Chamber of Commerce and find a seasoned experienced mentor. They can be found.
• Never pay retail. In some ways, a college degree is retail. There’s no guarantee that you’ll get the expected result, such as a good job, but you certainly pay a financial price. In business, frugality pays. The easiest and most frequently cited price is usually one that can be improved. You can buy office furniture at a store, or you can cut those prices by half or more by going to an auction. Always be on the lookout for a more cost-efficient way. • Use a checklist. No, this is not an app or a new way of thinking about business. Instead, it’s an old, tried, tested and true way of accounting for the most important things that need to be done. As the leader of your business, you need it, but you should also encourage everyone under you to keep a list, too. If something is worth doing at work, then it’s worth the extra daily reminder. Put the most important item at the top and then check it off once done. This lets you know with certainty that the task has been accomplished and clearly indicates what’s needed next. • Deadlines orient your attention to goals with each passing hour. What if President John F. Kennedy did not announce his ambitious deadline on May 25, 1961, to safely send a man to the moon by the end of the 1960s? We may never have made it. Ambitious deadlines foster excitement for accomplishment. Our attention as human beings is prone to wandering. Deadlines guide us back to our ambition. • There’s no end to improvement. Everything you are currently doing can be improved. Ignore this at your own peril. Your competition believes this and is ready to pass you up the moment you become complacent and settle for the status quo. If you are not growing in innovation, quality, and customer service, you may soon find yourself out of business.
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The Meat and Potatoes Guide to Business Survival is the hands-on, entrepreneurial roadmap to achieving your business dreams—regardless of your educational background. Forty-year entrepreneur Ed Basler serves up a healthy helping of sound business principles and practices to start a new business or to jumpstart a current one. Through failure and success, economic upturns and downturns, Basler shows you how to be profitable using dedication, wisdom, and hard work instead of degrees and book theories.
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CAREERS & EDUCATION • SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 6, 2015 ADVERTORIAL
Discover Your Potential at St. John Fisher College St. John Fisher College is an independent, liberal arts institution in the Catholic tradition of American higher education located in Pittsford, N.Y., just outside of Rochester. Guided since its inception in 1948 by the educational philosophy of the Congregation of St. Basil, the College emphasizes liberal learning for students in traditional academic disciplines, as well as for those in more directly career-oriented fields. The College welcomes qualified students, faculty, and staff regardless of religious or cultural background.
Teaching Is What We Do Best
Above all, St. John Fisher College offers its students access to an outstanding faculty—caring and competent men and women who know how to help students discover their natural abilities and develop their minds. The College offers 35 undergraduate majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, and nursing, as well as 11 pre-professional programs. Fisher also offers a variety of master’s degrees and doctoral programs.
Athletics at Fisher
This is a great time to be involved in athletics at Fisher. In the last 16 years, Fisher has added a significant number of new athletic facilities—Growney Stadium, Dugan Yard, Polisseni Track and Field Complex, softball field, and team locker rooms and fitness facilities—and renovated others. All of this is good news for the over 700 student-athletes who are active on one of the 23 varsity teams at Fisher. Fisher athletes currently face challenging NCAA Division III competition in football, baseball, basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, field hockey, golf, men’s and women’s indoor and outdoor track and field, men’s and women’s rowing, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball, and lacrosse. In addition to the NCAA, Fisher also participates in the Eastern College Athletic Conference and the Empire 8.
Campus Life
A world-class education close to home. Fisher students benefit from a strong liberal arts foundation, where they learn to think critically, speak powerfully, and write effectively. And they have four world-class professional schools at their fingertips. Looking for a great education? It’s close to home.
To know Fisher, you simply have to visit us. Learn more about St. John Fisher College at our fall Open House Programs
All Fisher students are encouraged to participate in the co-curricular involvement opportunities available on campus. Students may choose from a wide range of clubs and organizations—over 70, in fact—including student government, academic clubs, music groups, language clubs, cultural organizations, student publications, and intramural sports, among others. If students don’t see anything that sparks their interest, the College is receptive to the creation of new student organizations.
October 10th and November 7th. To register, visit www.sjfc.edu/freshman/visit.
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HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY:
WHERE YOU ARE MEANT TO BE Hofstra is a dynamic private university located in the heart of Nassau County, Long Island, just a short train ride to New York City – the business, cultural and entertainment capital of the world. Hofstra students live, study, work and play on a lush 240-acre campus, which is nationally recognized arboretum. They attend class in traditional ivy-covered buildings and experience hands-on learning in our 21st century facilities. Best of Both Worlds Hofstra offers the best of both worlds – large university resources with a small college atmosphere. With a full-time undergraduate population of nearly 7,000 and a total student population of more than 11,000, Hofstra is, for many students, the perfect size. You can choose from 145 undergraduate majors or more than 100 dual-degree program options – which give you the opportunity to earn both a graduate and undergraduate degree in less time than if each degree was pursued separately -- within these schools: • Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences School of Humanities, Fine and Performing Arts School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics School of Government, Public Policy and International Affair • Hofstra University Honors College • Frank G. Zarb School of Business • Lawrence Herbert School of Communication • School of Education • School of Engineering and Applied Science • School of Health Professions and Human Services Hofstra is also home to the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine. With an average undergraduate class size of just 21, a studentto-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, and two advisors (one academic and one faculty member in your major), you can expect individual attention. You will learn from success-oriented professors who will get to know you and will take a personal interest in your academic achievements. Whether you choose to commute or live on campus, you will quickly settle into your home away from home. Hofstra has 37 residence halls, 18 eateries, six theaters, a new fitness facility and 17 NCAA Division I sports, as well as an active club sports program. And you can participate in any of our 200 student clubs and organizations, including 30 national and local sororities and fraternities. Experiential Learning At Hofstra, students have endless opportunities for hands-on learning. You can conduct research with a distinguished professor in our many innovative labs on campus. You can complete one or more internships with top-tier companies or governmental agencies. You can access the same data and analytics used by financial professionals
in our Martin B. Greenberg Trading Room, which is equipped with 34 Bloomberg terminals. Or you can work in a state-of-the art broadcast studio at WRHU-88.7 FM, Radio Hofstra University, which was named the top college radio station in the country by The Princeton Review for two consecutive years (2015 and 2016 editions) and won a prestigious Marconi Award in 2014. Pride & Purpose Pride has many meanings. It reminds us of the lion family – strong, determined and independent individually, but even stronger together. Pride also reminds us of our respect for our history and for our fellow students, faculty, alumni and community members. Members of the Hofstra community challenge one another to reach higher, to use our talents and gifts to strengthen ourselves, our community, the University and the world around us. Hofstra students roll up their sleeves and make things happen. They grow academically through rigorous coursework and experiential learning. They grow personally, through community service, leadership development, study-abroad opportunities, and cultural and social events on and off campus. And they grow professionally, through internships on Long Island and in New York City. National Recognition Since its founding in 1935, Hofstra has evolved into a nationally and internationally renowned university that continues to achieve recognition as an institution of academic excellence. The University holds 22 academic accreditations and 25 total accreditations. Hofstra is consistently recognized on the Best College lists of U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, Fiske, Washington Monthly, Forbes, LinkedIn and PayScale.com, and it has been names to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor roll for seven consecutive years. Hofstra is also one of only two universities chosen to host consecutive U.S. Presidential Debates (2008 and 2012).
Applying to Hofstra Hofstra University seeks to enroll talented first-year and transfer students from diverse backgrounds and locations, with varied interests. Applications are accepted for fall and spring admission. The Admission Committee reviews each application individually to assess academic achievement, curricular rigor, leadership potential, extracurricular activities, standardized test scores and overall interest in attending Hofstra University. The application process provides an opportunity for the applicant to share information that may not be apparent on a transcript or through a test score. For more information about the admission process, go to hofstra.edu/admission or go to hofstra.edu/visit and schedule a campus visit today!
Learn more at a Fall Open House Sunday, October 25 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Register today. Visit hofstra.edu/FallOpen or call 516-463-6700.
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DYNAMIC. DETERMINED. Hofstra University offers a dynamic college experience tailored for hardworking, motivated, success-oriented students. With the resources and programs of a large university, and the atmosphere of a small college, Hofstra offers exciting and fulfilling programs both on and off campus. Hofstra’s dedicated faculty and staff offer guidance and support as you find and focus your true strengths to become successful both personally and professionally. And, Hofstra’s close proximity to New York City allows you to take advantage of various internship and networking opportunities.
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Highest Paid In Health: Adelphi Grads BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF
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Adelphi University has been ranked #9 among 694 colleges nationwide in highest-paid grads in health professions by College Factual (www. collegefactual.com), a resource that uses customizable tools and outcomes-based rankings systems to guide students through the college selection process. A number of factors were used to determine these rankings, including how well the institution retains and graduates students, the average loan debt per student, the boost in expected earnings, the percentage of full-time teachers, and the average student loan default rate. In addition to Adelphi University’s placement in Highest Paid Grads in Health Professions, the institution also scored well in women’s lacrosse (Division #2), earning a #1 spot out of 75. Both of these reflect the
institution’s high quality of education as compared to other schools on the list, which includes both research universities and liberal arts colleges. View all of Adelphi University’s rankings here: www.collegefactual. com/colleges/adelphi-university/ rankings/badges/. “We publish a variety of college rankings to get students and parents focused on key factors they need to consider when choosing a school,” said Bill Phelan, CEO of College Factual. “How long it will it take you to graduate? Four or six years? What will your expected earnings be, and how does that compare? What’s the risk of student loan default? These are tough questions any prospective student should be asking and we highlight these factors throughout our ranking process.” With a focus on providing sought-after data and unique decision-making tools, College Factual puts the college rankings process in
the hands of students and parents and not those of institutions or national publications. College Factual’s ranking system is based on a series of algorithms that include information from the
Department of Education, nationally mandated data reporting for institutions and Payscale. Visit www.collegefactual.com for more information about College Factual’s rankings.
Thousands In Federal Funding For Molloy College BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF
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Molloy College has been awarded $234,745 in federal grant funding to continue to improve support services for low-income and academically needy students. “Molloy College has been a successful part of the TRIO program since 2001,” said Dr. Drew Bogner, president of Molloy College. “We are proud that we have served 160 students per year and have prepared them to be successful in their studies and in their future careers.” Molloy is expected to continue receiving funding each year for a total of five years through the U.S. Department of Education’s Student Support Services program, which awards funds to colleges and universities to support efforts to increase student retention and graduation rates. “The TRIO Program assists our students in completing their education in so many ways,” said Dr. Valerie Collins, vice president of student affairs and dean of faculty at Molloy College. “Our dedicated TRIO staff members provide exemplary support to the students who participate in this program assisting them to reach their educational goals.”
Molloy will use the funding to identify 160 eligible new and returning students, including low-income students as well as first-generation college students and students with disabilities, and enroll them in Molloy’s TRIO Student Support Services program, through which they will receive individualized academic support, personal and career
counseling, financial aid counseling and advocacy, and additional writing, reading, math, science and study skills instruction. “Low-income students face unique challenges as they pursue their college degrees, and this funding will allow Molloy College to continue providing students with the individual guidance and support they need to overcome
those challenges and cross the finish line,” said Representative Kathleen Rice. “I’m glad that Molloy has been awarded this grant for the year ahead, and I’ll work to ensure that the funding continues so that students at Molloy can count on access to the services they need to complete their college education.”
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A College Education Designed to Navigate the Uncertain Future Did you know that college graduates today will have multiple jobs by the age of 40? And, in this rapidly changing global marketplace, the jobs that exist today may not even exist tomorrow? So how do young people prepare for this uncertain future? The world of today—and tomorrow—requires divergent, revolutionary thinkers. Their college education must fully develop within them both the knowledge and the skills to be competitive, adaptive, and innovative. That’s what we do at Becker College. We were founded by American Revolutionary leaders John Hancock and Samuel Adams. They believed in the development of people with exceptional character, and so do we. We offer nationally recognized programs in nursing, animal studies, and game design, as well as a range of programs in business, data science and mathematics, criminal justice and legal studies, education, psychology, and liberal arts.
What makes Becker College different from other institutions of higher learning? The education we provide produces graduates who have both the knowledge and the skills in high demand by employers. We also ensure students develop hand’s-on learning through our on-campus centers and labs, including an animal health clinic, equestrian center, nursing simulation lab, working crime scene lab, a Center for Global Citizenship, and the only officially recognized Yunus Social Business Centre in the U.S. Other points of distinction include: • One of the nation’s 25 oldest institutions of higher learning • 95% placement rate for employment or further study • Ranked by The Princeton Review as a “Best College” for undergraduate education for four consecutive years • Ranked #9 in the world among undergraduate video game design programs by The Princeton Review
• #1 among undergraduate nursing programs in Massachusetts, with the first-time National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) pass rate for pre-licensure nursing graduates consistently exceeding state and national rates • Home of the Massachusetts Digital Games Institute (MassDiGI), a first-in-the-nation, statewide center that creates opportunities for industry-leading game design companies to work with faculty and students on game development projects and curriculum enhancements • One of 10 private colleges in New England to offer American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA)-accredited undergraduate programs in veterinary technology • Nationally, the third-largest producer of undergraduate vet tech degrees among fouryear private institutions Becker College is dedicated to producing graduates who have the knowledge, skills, and experience for a lifetime of personal and professional success.
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“best colleges” ANIMAL STUDIES/VETERINARY SCIENCE | BIOLOGY | BUSINESS | COMMUNICATIONS DESIGN | COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE/ FORENSICS | DATA SCIENCE | EARLY CHILDHOOD & YOUTH EDUCATION | EQUINE MANAGEMENT | EXERCISE SCIENCE | GAME DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP | GRAPHIC DESIGN | LIBERAL ARTS | NURSING | POLICING/LAW ENFORCEMENT | PRE-PT | PSYCHOLOGY | SPORTS MANAGEMENT • Transformational learning experience focused on academic excellence, social responsibility, and creative expression • Unique, two-campus environment with urban and rural academic and living options and an equestrian center • On-campus crime scene lab, animal clinic, counseling clinic, and simulation lab provide real-world experience • Nationally recognized nursing, animal studies, and game design programs • Preparation for personal and professional success in a global society • B.A. in Global Citizenship—the first of its kind in the U.S.— and M.A. in Mental Health Counseling • 95% placement rate for employment or further study • One of the oldest colleges in the U.S. • Home of MassDiGI and the first-in-the-U.S. Yunus Social Business Centre
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Hyo Jung Shin, Class of 2015
The Hites scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievement, engagement in college and community activities and leadership accomplishments of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society members preparing
to transfer to senior institutions in pursuit of Baccalaureate degrees. After graduating from Queensborough in May with an Associate degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences Hyo Jung Shin transferred to Queens College’s Honors Program where she is excelling in her studies in the area of biochemistry.
Sigma Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa along with Dr. Paris Svoronos, Professor of the Department of Chemistry. They both expressed their pride in Hyo Jung’s academic accomplishments. “We are so very proud of Hyo Jung’s accomplishments,” said Dr. Svoronos. “She is a great ambassador of Queensborough.”
Hyo Jung’s path to success was led by several faculty mentors, who inspired her to recognize her academic and research talents. Dr. Emily Tai, Associate Professor of the Department of History, is a co-advisor of Queensborough’s Lambda
Hyo Jung conducted research under Dr. Jun Shin, Associate Professor of the Department of Chemistry and she presented her findings at six professional conferences, including Yale’s NERM Meeting and Columbia’s Undergraduate Research
Symposium. Hyo Jung also expressed her gratitude to Dr. Susan McLaughlin, Assistant Professor of the Department of Biological Sciences and Geology, who guided her in microbiology research and also wrote a letter of support when she applied for a Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship. This summer Hyo Jung Shin participated in a NSF Summer REU research program at the University of Connecticut. She was one of only 12 applicants selected, including one of Queensborough’s three Jack Kent Cooke Scholars, Silvia Salamone.
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Your future starts here.
Go further.
OPEN HOUSE Saturday, November 14, 2015 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
For more information and to register visit
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Nassau County residents are eligible for the in-state tuition rate.
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New College Scholarship Program Established The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) and UNCF (United Negro College Fund) announced the establishment of the UNCF Achievement Capstone Program. The new program, which will be administered by UNCF and underwritten by NMSC with funds from the National Achievement Scholarship Program, will honor and grant financial assistance to high-achieving, underrepresented college graduates at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs) in the United States. The National Achievement Scholarship
Program has recognized and honored academically talented black American high school students for 51 years. The final group of high school students to be recognized in the program entered college in 2015. UNCF will carry on the National Achievement Scholarship Program’s name and legacy through the newly-designed UNCF Achievement Capstone Program, launching in the spring of 2016. UNCF Achievement Capstone Scholars will be nominated by their college or university presidents, chancellors and deans based on outstanding academic performance, character and demonstrated
leadership honoring the legacy of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Awardees may use the scholarship to pay off outstanding undergraduate educational costs at their current institutions, or to finance additional degrees, professional certifications and continuing education programs. “UNCF is honored to carry on the name and legacy of a prestigious program which began at a time in our nation where earning a college degree was a social and financial challenge for many African Americans,” said Dr. Michael L. Lomax, UNCF president and CEO. “We are humbled to take on the
mantle of the UNCF Achievement Capstone Program, which not only allows UNCF to help students make it to and through college, but now also helps them after they have earned a college degree.” The National Achievement Scholarship Program is a privately financed academic competition established in 1964 specifically to provide recognition and college scholarships for black American high school students. The program has been conducted by NMSC, a privately financed, nonprofit organization that operates without government assistance.
The Young Activist Grant Offers $500 To A Selected Teen BY BRIANNA CINIGLIO
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The Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island has a $500 Young Activist grant available to a Nassau County middle school or high school student who wants to create a better world. The grant will fund a selected student’s project in areas of peace, humanitarian efforts, the environment, disaster relief or disadvantaged
groups. The project can be a fundraiser that connects to an existing organization, such as Habitat for Humanity, or makes a direct change, such as a neighborhood clean up or voter registration drive. The winner of the grant will present the results of the project as a guest at the Social Justice Leadership Award dinner to be held on March 31, 2016. The Social Justice Leadership
Award honors individuals who have devoted their lives to creating a more just society. Previous recipients of the SJLA have included journalist and peace activist Bob Keeler, Assemblywoman Michelle Schimel, Long Island Progressive Coalition founder David Sprintzen, labor attorney Wayne Outten, attorney Russell Neufeld and The Innocence Project founder Peter Neufeld. The Young Activist Grant hopes to encourage a
new generation of concerned young people to create a world of respect, justice and peace. The student must be a Nassau County resident, ages 12 to 18, and enrolled in middle school or high school. The application deadline is Nov. 1 with the project to be completed before April 30, 2016. For more detailed information about the grant and an application, go to www.ehsli. org or call 516-741-7304.
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Keene State College
Who says college doesn’t prepare you for the real world?
The Education You Need for Careers That Matter name on a class roster. Your professors will know you personally. You will hear about opportunities that are unusual for undergraduates at any college, and you will meet other students who share your excitement about learning and building the capacity for success. You will find your voice and your place in the world. Kelly Christianson, 2015 graduate, found her passion for humanitarian issues studying sociology, education, and Holocaust and genocide studies. She is a new Peace Corps member. “Supportive faculty at Keene State gave me the opportunity to get involved with projects that became my passion. That’s the reason why I accomplished everything that I did. I couldn’t have done it without them.” Sean Millikan, another 2015 graduate, is pursuing his PhD in Chemistry. “The Keene State Chemistry Department helped me get where I needed to go. There are tremendous facilities and the faculty is very dedicated—they challenge you in a way that promotes problem solving. The program is a real gem.” To learn more about Keene State College, visit www. keene.edu.
A Keene State degree means more than a job. It unlocks your potential.
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Find your passion and gain wisdom to make a difference with a liberal arts education at Keene State College. At Keene State, real-world education is a broad and balanced program of study that gives each student the power to think critically, act creatively, and serve the greater good. It’s the ability to innovate, collaborate, and connect. It’s comfort with diversity. It’s the ability to integrate knowledge across fields and make new connections. Keene State is: • A four-year residential college focused on the undergraduate student. • Small enough that you will feel comfortable; large enough to give you room to fly. • A liberal arts college that prepares you for your life: your next move, and how to get there. • Known for hands-on learning, in and out of the classroom. • A good value. You spend four years here, committed to learning. We equip you for the next 40. That’s a promise. From your first year, you won’t be stuck in large lecture halls or be just a
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Back-to-School Planning For Returning Students BY NATHANIEL SILLIN
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Could a mid- to late-career return to college make sense for you? It’s essential to evaluate whether this is a financially risky move. In recent years, older Americans have been heading back to school part-time and during evenings in greater numbers than students of typical college age. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, enrollees 25 years of age and older account for 40 percent of all undergraduate and graduate students—by 2020, that number will rise to 43 percent. Statistics proliferate on how much more valuable undergraduate college degrees are than high school diplomas alone—a recent Pew Research Analysis study reported that college graduates aged 25-32 and working full-time earn about $17,500 more a year than employed adults in that age group with only a high school diploma. It’s an indication why college is a fairly clear sell for younger people. However, for people over 40, there are no similarly clear-cut rewards.
That’s why it’s particularly important to do extensive due diligence before returning to college or any other training program. That’s doubly true if you can’t afford tuition out-of-pocket.
Here are considerations to make before making a mid- or late-career return to the classroom: A degree doesn’t mean a job. That may seem obvious given the recent hiring fortunes of younger, first-time college grads. However, even though some job indicators are looking up for older workers, it doesn’t mean past experience and a high-quality degree or certificate program will immediately lead to employment or better pay or for how long. Start with a thorough examination of working conditions and hiring forecasts (www.bls.gov/oes) in your chosen field. If it’s a complete career change, add face-to-face networking and observation of the job in action, if possible. Most of all, it’s important to know whether employers in that specific field really are interested
in hiring older workers and have a record of doing so. Fully evaluate your finances. As risky as student debt levels are now—the average student is borrowing around $30,000—spending money on school when you’re older is a much riskier proposition than when you’re young. Consider that late-life tuition is money that won’t go to retirement, a child’s tuition, an older relative’s needs, consumer debt or financial emergencies. In other words, it’s an investment that really has to pay off. Also keep in mind that student debt cannot be discharged in bankruptcy. This is why it is important to seek qualified financial and tax advice before committing to spending savings or taking out student loans to return to school. Determine how long you really plan to work. A 2013 Gallup poll indicated that three in four U.S. workers plan to work past the conventional retirement age of 65, but no one really knows how long they’ll be able to work given health and other factors. Will you be able to recoup the cost of training
based on the number of years you hope to work? Find the most affordable training possible. If a field is friendly to new workers your age, what will you have to invest in training to get the right job? Will it require a masters-level degree or a training certificate that makes you a specialist in a specific skill? Will some employers accept free or low-cost online courses being offered by known colleges and universities? The American Association of Community Colleges’ Plus 50 Initiative is a useful resource for lower-cost training options at community colleges throughout the country. Also check with your chosen industry’s leading trade associations to see what certificate training is most popular within the field and what it costs. Bottom line: Education is beneficial at any age, but mid- to late-career workers should evaluate their finances and thoroughly investigate degree programs before going back to school. Nathan Sillin directs Visa’s financial education programs.
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New Saint Joseph’s College Program Focuses on Career Development for Students From their first day on campus, Saint Joseph’s College students know that there is something unique about their choice in college—that they are at the heart of every decision that is made, all of which is reinforced by the Connections program. What is Connections? It’s Saint Joseph’s College’s premier, personal and professional development program that encourages experiential learning, delivering hands-on experience to all Saint Joseph’s College students. To accomplish this inclusive goal, strategic collaboration occurs between the College’s Career Development Office, Institutional Advancement, and the Alumni Office, bringing the whole idea of career preparation under one roof. Alumni who have developed their passions into meaningful careers serve as mentors for students; faculty with career insight and insider tips lead students to the right sources for their careers’ next steps; and the
College supports students’ plans for learning outside of the classroom. Connections fosters a complete professional experience for all students, who are provided with opportunities to make connections between their passions, their coursework, and their futures through career development sessions, networking socials, career-focused academic programs, and the promise of funding for experiential learning. Focused on preparing its students for life after college, Saint Joseph’s pledges to financially support students to pursue an experiential learning opportunity in their junior or senior year—to the tune of $2,000. Backed by their professor, the College will provide each student the opportunity to utilize a grant of up to $2,000 to be applied to a hands-on learning experience, whether that’s an internship, study abroad or volunteer program, or to pursue research in the field of their choice.
like-minded visionaries. Designed and printed in house, Connections provides every student the opportunity to get their own Saint Joseph’s College business card, which prominently displays the student’s name, class year, major, and contact information. So when a student connects with a nationally renowned photographer on a whale shark expedition off the Yucatán Peninsula, a simple exchange at the end of the excursion will connect student to professional, visionary to vision. It’s all about making and keeping connections, and Saint Joseph’s College is making it happen. Learn more about the Connections program at sjcme.edu/ connections.
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Saint Joseph’s College helps to ensure students keep the career connections they make by providing students with their own business cards. It’s a tried-and-true approach to connecting professionals to professionals, tomorrow’s leaders to today’s leaders, and young entrepreneurs to other
Located at the gateway of the Lakes Region and four-season recreation, Saint Joseph’s College inspires learning, living, and achieving. With a variety of career-focused academic programs delivered both on-campus and online, Saint Joseph’s College is truly a destination for lifelong learning and growth.
To learn more, visit www.sjcme.edu
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My Time in the Plattsburgh World By Adam St. Pierre, senior
Plattsburgh inspired me to become a first-generation college student. During high school, I was set on attending a university, and it didn’t matter which one. But no other schools I toured left the same impression as SUNY Plattsburgh. It was far enough from home to be novel and close enough to Burlington and Montreal to sing of opportunity. I enrolled in the fall of 2012 as a freshman with the typical cocktail of mixed emotions. Plattsburgh wasn’t anything like the small town where I grew up, and I wondered how I’d fit in, what I’d do, who I’d meet. But my apprehension didn’t last long. Soon after I moved into Whiteface Hall, I found I wasn’t alone in the crowd of strangers. Freshman housing was my social savior — the residence life staff eased the transition with programs, floor meetings and conversation. My excitement grew daily as I leveraged what extrovert I had inside and met new people. I made friends from all over the world — the U.S., England, Vietnam, Brazil — during my first month on campus. We shared our cultures with each other, making our own subculture in the process. I rolled my first Vietnamese salad roll in a dining hall and watched my Brooklyn friend’s face twist when I brought venison stew from home. “You guys actually eat deer?” she asked. “Do you eat bark too?” There was no shortage of clubs, events or organizations at the college to encourage socializing. I hosted a radio show, played intramurals,
joined several clubs and learned to slackline. These experiences were hardly similar, but they all promised fun and new friends. I went the first year undeclared then chose a major in communication studies after I became fascinated in interacting with people who follow different cultural norms. I picked up minors in journalism and marketing along the way, taking advantage of the variety SUNY Plattsburgh offers. After living for two years on-campus and one year off, I became a resident assistant in Harrington Hall, where many of the residents are transfer or international students in the same transitional fog I experienced freshman year. My experience helped me help them. I’ve often considered the value of my education at SUNY Plattsburgh. A benefit that stands out is my connection to a network of people who show genuine interest in my professional, social and personal development. Dr. Ron Davis, a journalism professor, always gives me feedback and encouragement outside class. He counseled me to my first internship at a local newspaper, where I spent a summer building my portfolio of published clips. Dr. Kirsten Isgro, a communication studies professor and my academic advisor, put in countless hours getting to know me as a student and friend. SUNY Plattsburgh alumni have also advised me, from short, one-time conversations over coffee to ongoing mentorships. I’m fortunate to have brilliant and caring mentors and peers, who have made my time here amazing. They’ve helped me land three internships, tutored me to good grades and prepared me for the daunting realities of life after graduation.
As critical as hard work and memorable relationships have been, though, they don’t tell the whole story. Key to the Plattsburgh Experience are the local hangouts on and off campus, the eateries and shopping areas and the awe-inspiring natural beauty of the place. After a short walk to downtown Plattsburgh, I can pick up a used book to read while I sip a warm or frozen beverage at a coffee shop. Live music, art galleries, eclectic restaurants and lakeside parks bring the city to life. College students work on projects for businesses and log hundreds of community service hours. I’ve always been outdoorsy, so Plattsburgh’s proximity to hiking trails, waterways, mountains and bike paths is a nice fit. Spots along the shore of Lake Champlain give me space to clear my head and enjoy recreation like swimming and kayaking. Overall, Plattsburgh is the perfect size for me. The city and town are big enough to keep me busy but small enough to keep me focused and comfortable. The Plattsburgh world is defined by the coming together of people and places, ideas and cultures, in this special corner of New York. I could thank many people for the great time I’m having at SUNY Plattsburgh. I’m sure I’ll have plenty of new connections to thank at the end of my senior year as well. These people saw potential in me that I never knew existed. Their generosity crosses into the lives of many students during a time they need it most. I hope to pay it forward someday soon.
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County Interns Commended Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano (front row, fifth from left) thanked the participants of the Nassau County Executive Internship Program for their dedication and hard work during the summer of 2015. More than 50 interns from 30 disciplines completed over 5,000 hours of work across 20 county departments. The county’s internship program was created to
cultivate Nassau’s leaders of tomorrow, prevent the “brain drain,” or the emigration of highly trained or intelligent people from Nassau, and tap into the incredible potential of Nassau County’s youth. “After a summer of learning from our skilled commissioners and their staff I am confident that you are ready to enter the professional world in whatever field that you may choose,” said Mangano.
The internship program, with its dedicated interns, interactive seminars and carefully cultivated inclusive environment, provides students with a full experience of how their local government works. The program is open to residents of Nassau County or students who are attending college in Nassau County. This goes to the very heart of our purpose to keep students who grew up here or who are educated
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here connected to their community. Nassau County is in a unique position to provide opportunities to individuals from all different types of fields. Students are placed in departments according to their area of concentration, where they will learn about the field they find most interesting. The program runs each fall, spring and summer. Visit www. nassaucountyny.gov/interns.htm to learn more about the program.
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What You Should Be Doing Now: High School Juniors
To Do: All Year • Explore careers and their earning potential in the Occupational Outlook Handbook (www.bls.gov/ ooh). Or, for a fun interactive tool, try the U.S. Department of Labor’s career search (www.careeronestop. org). Learn about choosing a college and find a link to our free college search tool. • Go to college fairs and college-preparation presentations by college representatives.
Fall • Take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). You must take the test in 11th grade to qualify for scholarships and programs associated with the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Spring • Register for and take exams for college admission. The standardized tests that many colleges require are the SAT, the SAT Subject Tests, and the ACT. Check with the colleges you are interested in to see what tests they require. • Use the U.S. Department of Labor’s Never stop daydreaming, but stay on task with your college search. scholarship search (www.careeronestop. • Decide whether you are going to org) to find scholarships for which apply under a particular college’s earyou might want to apply. Some ly decision or early action program. deadlines fall as early as the summer Be sure to learn about the program between 11th and 12th grades, so deadlines and requirements. prepare now to submit applications • Use the FAFSA4caster financial aid soon. estimator (www.fafsa.ed.gov), and compare the results to the actual costs Summer Before 12th Grade at the colleges to which you will apply. • Narrow down the list of colleges you To supplement any aid FAFSA4caster estimates you might receive, be sure are considering attending. If you can, to apply for scholarships. Your goal is visit the schools that interest you. • Contact colleges to request informa- to minimize the amount of loan funds you borrow. tion and applications for admission. • Find out what government financial Ask about financial aid, admission aid you can apply for, and how. requirements and deadlines. • Learn how to avoid scholarship
scams and identity theft as you look for financial aid and then attend college.
Parents To Do: • Take a look at your financial situation, and be sure you’re on the right track to pay for college. • Talk to your child about the schools he or she is considering. Ask why those schools appeal to your child, and help him or her clarify goals and priorities. • Attend college fairs with your child, but don’t take over the conversation with the college representatives. Just listen and let your child do the talking. • Take your child to visit college campuses, preferably when classes are in session. • Make sure your child is looking into or already has applied for scholarships. • Ask your employer whether scholarships are available for employees’ children. • Get in-depth information on the federal student aid programs. • Learn about student and parent loans. • Find out how the federal student aid application process works.
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Four CUNY Colleges Ranked ‘Best Bang For The Buck’ In Northeast Four out of the top five “Best Bang for the Buck” four-year colleges in the Northeast are City University of New York (CUNY) colleges, according to new rankings by the Washington Monthly. “New York has a long and proud tradition of providing a high quality, affordable education through our public colleges and universities,” Governor Andrew Cuomo said. “This latest ranking further emphasizes the value of earning a degree right here in New York and I am proud of these CUNY campuses and this well-deserved recognition.” The magazine’s 2015 rankings place Baruch College as first in the Northeast in value, followed by CUNY’s Lehman College in third place, John Jay College of Criminal Justice in fourth and Queens College in fifth. (Rutgers University-Camden took second place.) The magazine’s rankings also place two CUNY campuses in the top 40, with CUNY’s Brooklyn College at 26th and City College at 27th among 402 colleges in the northeast. Among master’s programs, the Washington Monthly’s top 100 included CUNY’s City College (34), Brooklyn College (55), Hunter College (64), Queens College (81) and Lehman College (99) among the 673 it considered. According to Washington Monthly, the 2015 rankings rate “four-year colleges in America on three measures that would make the whole system better, if only schools would compete on them.” These criteria assess their contribution to the good of the public in three broad categories: • Social mobility (recruiting and graduating low-income students) • Research (producing cutting-edge scholarship and Ph.D.s) • Service (encouraging students to give something back to their country). These are different criteria from those the magazine used last year in a ranking that placed three CUNY campuses—Brooklyn, Queens and Baruch, in that order—as offering the “best bang for the buck” in the nation. The magazine summed up its 2014 survey criteria as doing “the best job of helping nonwealthy students attain marketable
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degrees at affordable prices.” The rankings take into account data on student loan default rate; graduation rate; students receiving federal Pell tuition assistance grants; net price for all students, net price for students with annual family incomes under $30,000, between $30,000 and $75,000, and above $75,000; percentage of applicants admitted and test scores.
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Academic opportunities The Mount’s academic programs include health services, education, business, natural sciences, liberal arts, social sciences, and information technology. Pre-profession al programs include medicine, dentistry, physician assistant, and veterinary science.
Mount Saint Mary College offers three graduate degree programs: Master of Business Administration; Master of Science in Education; and Master of Science in Nursing. A robust internship program connects students with opportunities from New York City to Albany, and study abroad programs provide exciting options around the world.
Student Life Mount students enjoy expanding their talents and interests through clubs and organizations. Students film and edit videos in a new editing lab, enjoy a creative writing club, and publish an online newspaper and a literary magazine. They hold student theater productions and channel school spirit through athletics and intramurals.
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Twenty-one intercollegiate varsity teams and intramural activities encourage teamwork, discipline, social interaction, and healthy competition. The Mount’s all-season turf athletic field is home to its soccer and lacrosse teams and a new ball field hosts baseball and softball games.
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Exciting collaboration programs in physical therapy, podiatry, publishing, and social work provide additional options. Through collaboration and the Mount’s 5-year degree programs, students can earn a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in a shorter time frame, spending less on tuition.
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Certificate programs can help individuals who have a strong foundation in one area, such as accounting, to more quickly address knowledge gaps in a specific industry, such as hospitality. (Courtesy of Thompson Rivers University)
Thirty-Somethings Want A Career Change BY HEATHER MCLAUGHLIN
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A majority of U.S. working adults want to change careers but may be staying put because they are uncertain about what career they want to pursue. A recent national survey of working adults in the U.S. from the University of Phoenix School of Business revealed that 59 percent of working adults and almost threefourths (73 percent) of professionals in their 30s are interested in changing careers. Compared to the university’s 2013 survey on the topic, the percentage of 30-somethings who desire career change has increased by nearly 10 percentage points (64 percent in 2013). The same data indicated that professionals in their 20s are more content in their careers now than they were two years ago, with just 65 percent wanting to shift careers, down from 78 percent in 2013. “Employees in their 30s are likely established in their careers, but may be finding they are not growing as quickly as they had hoped, or are
not as satisfied as they imagined they would be in their profession,” said Ruth Veloria, executive dean for University of Phoenix School of Business. “A feeling of stagnation can prompt workers to think about their professional development and whether other careers might offer a clearer path to growth. At University of Phoenix, we have students of all ages exploring new interests; some return to school to transition into a new profession, while others are looking to grow specific skills to advance in current careers.” Despite professing the strongest interest in changing careers, 45 percent of 30-somethings desiring career change cited uncertainty about what career they would like to pursue. They noted this as the most significant barrier to making a change—the highest of any age group. The recent online survey of more than 1,000 working adults in the U.S. was conducted on behalf of University of Phoenix School of Business by Harris Poll in March 2015.
Why do so many Americans want to change careers? Half of those desiring a career change indicated they entered their current career because there were jobs available (50 percent), but only 38 percent actually cited an interest in the field. With overall earning potential likely the main motivation in seeking a career, 34 percent of those at least somewhat interested in a career change state they chose their current career because of the good salary. The most common reason for career change is that working adults feel they are not making enough money in their current careers (44 percent). Working adults can also be discouraged by lack of opportunity or excitement in their current fields, with other issues cited, including burnout (29 percent) and a lack of upward mobility in their current field (27 percent). However, people making $75,000 to $100,000 a year and interested in changing careers are also the most likely to have lost interest or passion in their field (45 percent). They are also the most likely to feel
burned out (40 percent). “With professionals less likely to feel locked into a specific career path and the average person remaining in the workforce much longer, it’s not surprising that working adults are branching out and exploring many different professional opportunities,” said Veloria. “With technology evolving and changing the way we do business, and an ever-expanding job market, we anticipate that this trend will only grow stronger.”
I want a change, but... Despite strong interest from working adults to change careers, an overwhelming 94 percent identified barriers that are preventing them from doing so. Nearly half of those who are interested in changing careers (43 percent) cite a lack of financial security and 39 percent have uncertainty about what other career to choose. Thirty-six percent feel they lack adequate education or experience, while 36 percent fear the unknown and 33 percent feel they are too old or too
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CAREER CHANGE from page 36B advanced in their current position. When asked if they could work in their “dream job” regardless of the amount of education or training required, those not already in their dream job identified careers in the arts and sciences (22 percent), business and management (18 percent) and technology (17 percent) as fields they aspire to work in. “Higher education and skills training are now becoming lifelong endeavors, with professionals recognizing that regardless of the industry in which you work, ongoing development is critical to keep pace with technology and other advances,” added Veloria. “That’s why at University of Phoenix, we work with industry partners to identify relevant skills and professional development opportunities, as well as other market needs, to help today’s working adults navigate their careers in an ever-changing job market.”
Tips for Career Change Success Changing a career at any age can be daunting. Veloria offers the following tips for those who are looking for a new direction in their professional lives:
When asked if they could work in their “dream job” regardless of the amount of education or training required, those not already in their dream job identified careers in the arts and sciences (22 percent) as a field they aspire to work in. 1. You don’t need to completely start over. Research paths to your desired career and look for opportunities to translate skills from one industry to another. Certificate programs allow professionals to pursue education in multiple subject areas to cultivate a diverse knowledge base, and can also help individuals who have a strong foundation in one area, such as
accounting, to more quickly address knowledge gaps in a specific industry, such as hospitality. 2. You may already have a lot of the skills you need. Understand how your current skills/experience might translate to another industry. If you work in marketing, but are interested in health care, consider starting in a marketing position with a health care organization.
3. Become more entrepreneurial in your current career. Establish a peer or senior leader mentor relationship with someone in your company or your field who you can learn from, and who can help you grow and find new opportunities to branch out in your current organization. Talk to as many people as possible doing what you may want to do, to better understand the opportunities, requirements and challenges.
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The biggest lesson business programs can teach you is to not miss an opportunity. Mercy College alumnus Trevor Cookler, MBA ‘15, was working for Apple by day, and designing websites and taking classes by night when two guys, Elie Maroun and Jordan Stern, asked him to do something he had been asked to do a thousand times – design a webpage. During the meeting, Cookler was shown the blueprints for a new non-profit called Music Beats Hearts. The company would place new fully loaded iPods in the hands of sick children and
“I just knew this was something special,” said Cookler, a Long Island native. “I didn’t want to be hired by them – I wanted to be partners with them. I found a brand that I believed in – that I wanted to align myself with.” Cookler is not only a founding member of Music Beats Hearts, but he also compiles and analyzes website statistics and manages online donations. The company launched
in November 2014. Instagram posts by Kardashian family members, Hillary Duff, Victor Cruz, Fabolous and others propelled them into success. The relatively new company has already raised hundreds of thousands of dollars in less than a year. Cookler said they pay for all the songs right off of iTunes. “We are getting donations from all over the country. So many times the donations come in with amazing notes about how music saved them during their darkest times. One woman from Ontario wrote, ‘I am donating because music saves my life every day. It continues to give me strength, and everyone deserves to feel the beat of positivity and healing!’ Another donor from California wrote, ‘I’m donating because my 17 year old son suffered a stroke last summer and was in the hospital for 9 long days of tests, surgery and recovery. He had his earbuds in a majority of that time, and I know that made a difference’.” Many of the iPods go out to children, but people of any age can be recipients. So far, Music Beats Hearts has donated iPods at Robert Wood
Johnson University Hospital in New Jersey and St. Mary’s Hospital for Children in Queens. “Going to the hospitals to hand out the iPods is a truly incredible experience. Music has the ability to make people smile, change their outlook – to see it happen reconfirms why we created the non-profit.” Cookler said his studies at Mercy College have helped him in his new role at Music Beats Hearts. “In class I learned a great deal about project management. How to make quick decisions and manage others – now that classroom lesson is being used every day in my role at Music Beats Hearts.” Cookler said there have also been times where he has looked to M.B.A. Dean and Professor Ray Manganelli for advice “he has gotten an ear full of questions along the way.” While the organization is still new, Cookler said they are looking to expand and bring iPods to more hospitals all across the United States by year’s end. To learn more visit www.MusicBeatsHearts.org 140688
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adults in hospitals. The concept was simple – hospital stays can be dreadful but music can relieve that. Cookler turned down a commissioned offer to build the website - and instead asked to be part of the team, building the company from the ground up. In exchange for taking on the web page, Cookler convinced the two men to let him become a partner in Music Beats Hearts. And, they agreed.
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8 Things You Should Know About Federal Work-Study BY CHANDRA OWEN
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If you’re looking for another way to pay for college, federal work-study may be a great option for you. Workstudy is a way for students to earn money to pay for school through parttime on (and sometimes off) campus jobs. Work-study gives students an opportunity to gain valuable work experience while pursuing a college degree. However, not every school participates in the federal work-study program. Schools that do participate have a limited amount of funds they can award to students who are eligible. This is why it is so important for students to fill out the FAFSA as early as possible, as some schools award work-study funds on a first come, first served basis.
Here are eight things you should know about the federal work-study program: 1. Being Awarded Federal WorkStudy Does Not Guarantee You a Job Accepting the federal work-study funds you’re offered is just the first step. In order to receive those funds, you need to earn them, which means you need to start by finding a workstudy job. Some schools may match students to jobs, but most schools require the student to find, apply and interview for positions on their own, just like any other job. It is important
that students who are interested in work-study or who have already been awarded work-study contact the financial aid office at their school to find out what positions are available, how to apply, and how the process works at their school. 2. Not All Work-Study Jobs Are On Campus The availability of work-study positions includes community service options with non-profit employers, which means some work-study jobs are available for off-campus work. An example might be reading or tutoring for elementary children at local public schools. If you are curious about securing a community service workstudy position, contact the financial aid office or the student employment center at your school. 3. Work-Study Funds Are Not Applied Directly To Your Tuition Unlike other types of financial aid, work-study earnings are not applied directly to your tuition and fees. Students who are awarded work-study receive the funds in a paycheck as they earn them, based on hours worked, just like a normal job. These earnings are meant to help with the day to day expenses that students have and are not meant to cover large costs like tuition and housing. 4. Work-Study Jobs May Be Limited
You may still be able to work on campus without work-study if your school does not have enough workstudy funds to cover all on-campus student employees. Many campuses offer jobs for students with or without work-study. Check with the student employment office on your campus to find out what is available. 5. Federal Work-Study Is Not Guaranteed From Year To Year There are several factors that can determine whether or not you receive work-study from year to year. These include your family income or financial need, whether you used the workstudy funds that were offered to you in a prior year, or how much work-study funding your school receives that year. Contact your school for specific awarding criteria if you are interested in work-study. Typically, students who file the FAFSA early (in January/ February prior to the academic year) and answer on the FAFSA that they are interested in federal work-study will have a higher chance of being awarded funds from the program. 6. Pay May Vary Work-study jobs vary in qualifications and responsibilities, so the pay will depend on the job that you are hired to do. Pay may also depend on your school’s policies and/or the minimum wage requirements in the state.
7. Work-Study Earnings Are Removed From Your FAFSA Calculation For The Next Year One of the benefits of earning income through a federal work-study position is that those earnings do not count against you when you complete the next year’s FAFSA. Be sure to answer the question regarding how much was earned through work-study on your FAFSA accurately. If you do not know the answer, you can contact the financial aid office at your school for help. Some schools will send you a notice in early spring regarding your earnings from the last calendar year to help you file your FAFSA. 8. Hours Worked May Vary How many hours you work each week will depend on the type of job you get and your employer’s expectations. Most student employment positions, however, will work around your class schedule and only require between 10-20 hours/week, but again—that can vary. Justin Chase Brown and Karla Weber contributed to this article. Chandra Owen is a training coordinator in the office of financial aid at Michigan State University. Justin Chase Brown is the director of scholarships and financial aid at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Karla Weber is a senior advisor in the office of student financial aid at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Our programs are nationally accredited. The University is one of only two public universities in Connecticut to offer ABET-accredited undergraduate engineering programs and the only university with a wide variety of engineering technology and technology management programs complementing its STEM discipline programs. CCSU is also one of only two public institutions in the state to offer an AACSBaccredited undergraduate program in the School of Business. CCSU offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the Master’s and sixthyear levels, the MBA, and the EdD in Educational Leadership. Committed to educational excellence and access, the University ENROLLMENT Approximately 12,000 students; 10,000 undergraduates and 2,000 graduates MALES: 52% FEMALES: 48% INTERNATIONAL STUDENT POPULATION: Representation from over 40 countries. MINORITY STUDENT POPULATION: 26% 10 RESIDENCE HALLS: Housing 2,700 students. INTRAMURAL SPORTS FOR MEN AND WOMEN: Softball, Volleyball, Flag Football, Basketball, Soccer and Whiffle Ball
works to keep tuition low and to provide a robust financial aid program that has grown to more than $90 million annually. Last year alone, the University provided more than $1 million in scholarship funds to nearly 600 students. The college guide Affordable Colleges Online recognizes CCSU as one of the top “low-cost colleges with graduates who earn high starting salaries.” CCSU’s educational excellence has been nationally honored. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching recognized CCSU’s many community outreach activities by selecting the University as a “Community Engagement Institution.” The Open Doors Report 2013 ranked the University’s study abroad programs 17th in nation. Our professors are committed to helping students make the most of their education. They challenge students AND provide the support they need to succeed. They take pride in making themselves available outside the classroom for one-on-one education, advice, and guidance. As one student notes, “There are great professors at CCSU who are willing to help out every step of the way.” CLUB SPORTS: Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Ultimate Frisbee, Karate, Equestrian, Rugby, Paintball, Skiing & Snowboarding CO-CURRICULAR ORGANIZATIONS: 125 unique student-run clubs & activities that add to the campus-life experience, including Greek life, cultural organizations, radio station, and campus newspaper RATIO OF STUDENTS TO FACULTY: 16:1. AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 25 students (all classes taught by professors, teacher assistants are not utilized).
CCSU professors are dedicated scholars and have won national and international awards for their scholarship, but they consider teaching their first calling. They are experts in their fields, and they know how to make learning exciting and rewarding.
opened in fall 2015. Our Student Center was recently ranked 25th among the nation’s “most amazing” student unions. The entire campus has recently been renovated and offers one of the most attractive, convenient, and modern campuses in the state.
Our low 16-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio keeps most classes small: nearly half have 20 or fewer students. This ensures that professors get to know their students as individuals.
CCSU serves approximately 12,500 students—10,000 undergraduate and 2,500 post-graduate. Our distinguished alumni include successful business men and women, the first Latina state supreme court justice, CEOs in a wide range of industries and corporations, leading academics at national universities, award-winning educators and educational leaders, trainers and coaches at high schools and colleges as well as top NFL and MLB teams, journalists, novelists, artists—each and all demonstrating that success begins with CCSU.
Our commitment to student success begins with providing the tools and the support to complete their degree in four years. Whether students choose to “finish in 4” or decide to take longer, our student support programs are designed to help. Our 18 NCAA Division I programs are a major source of campus excitement. All Blue Devil teams are highly competitive and “bring it” in every game. The campus features several new academic buildings and is being revamped to offer academic facilities devoted to engineering, to the sciences, and to the liberal arts. A new residence hall, housing some 600 students,
To learn more or to schedule a campus tour or visit: www.ccsu.edu. Central Connecticut State University 1615 Stanley Street New Britain, CT 06050 Admissions@ccsu.edu 860-832-CCSU
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Changes To Your 2016-17 FAFSA On Sept. 14, President Barack Obama announced significant changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process that will impact millions of students. Starting next year, students will be able to:
Submit a FAFSA Earlier Students will be able to file a 2017–18 FAFSA as early as Oct. 1, 2016, rather than beginning on Jan. 1, 2017. The earlier submission date will be a permanent change, enabling students to complete and submit a FAFSA as early as Oct. 1 every year.
Use Earlier Income Information Beginning with the 2017–18 FAFSA, students will report income information from an earlier tax year. For example, on the 2017–18 FAFSA, students (and parents, as appropriate) will report their 2015 income information, rather than their 2016 income information. The FAFSA is the application that college or career school students must complete to apply for federal student aid, which includes Pell Grants, federal student loans, and work-study opportunities. In addition to determining eligibility for federal student aid, FAFSA information is used by many states, colleges, career schools, and private organizations to determine eligibility for nonfederal student aid. Completing the FAFSA is the gateway to accessing funds for college for approximately 20 million students each year.
The FAFSA is currently available for applicants to complete on Jan. 1 for the upcoming application cycle. However, many deadlines for state aid are as early as March. For some students, the current FAFSA application cycle is not aligned with college admissions application deadlines, which typically occur in the fall prior to the FAFSA launch. As a result, time is a critical factor for applicants qualifying for aid. Finally, in addition to the timing of the launch of the FAFSA, the availability of an applicant’s income and tax information may lead students—and, where applicable, their parents—to mistakenly think they are not able to file a FAFSA until they file their tax return. This may cause students to miss out on some federal, state and/or institutional financial aid.
FAFSA Process Changes The 2016–17 FAFSA will be the final FAFSA to launch on Jan. 1. Students who need to complete the 2016–17 FAFSA will be able to access and submit the form anytime between Jan. 1, 2016, and June 30, 2017. Beginning with the 2017–18 FAFSA, the start date will move from Jan. 1 to Oct. 1 of the previous year. This means that students who complete the 2017–18 FAFSA will be able to submit the form
anytime between Oct. 1, 2016, and June 30, 2018. In addition to changing the FAFSA launch date, they are also changing the requirements for reporting income information. Currently, FAFSA applicants provide income information from the “prior tax year.” For example, 2016–17 applicants must report 2015 income information. Beginning with the 2017–18 FAFSA, applicants will provide income information from one tax year earlier—the “prior-prior” year. This means that the 2017–18 FAFSA will collect 2015 income information. As a result of this change, more students and families will be able to complete their FAFSA using income information imported electronically from the IRS, using
the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (DRT), rather than submitting applications with income estimates that may need correcting, or worse, waiting until the previous year’s tax return has been filed.
FAFSA Changes Impact Recent research and the Department of Education’s own data suggest that implementing an earlier start date and using earlier income information will benefit students. Benefits include: • Alignment—the financial aid application process may be more aligned with the college admission process • Certainty—applicants will not need to estimate income or taxes paid • Less pressure— more time for students and parents to explore and understand financial aid options and apply for aid before state deadlines.
College Application Tips before the letters are due. Beat the deadline. Reduce the chance your application will get lost in the shuffle: Submit it well before the deadline. Apply online. It’s easier and faster. Here are some tips for completing college or career school applications: Keep it real. Don’t exaggerate accomplishments or claim things that aren’t true. Give letter writers time. If you are asking teachers, coaches, or counselors for letters of recommendation, ask several weeks
Emphasize your uniqueness. Colleges like to have students with different viewpoints, backgrounds, and experiences. If you can add to that mix, let them know. Keep it clean online. Don’t have anything on your social media pages that you wouldn’t want a college admissions officer to see.
Submit one application for many schools. Some colleges and universities share common online applications. Once you complete the application for one school, you can submit copies of it to other schools. It saves a lot of time. Visit www. commonapp.org to learn more. Protect your hard work by keeping complete copies of everything you send to each school. —Courtesy of the U.S. Department of Education
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At Farmingdale, students have abundant opportunities in experiential learning—internships, clinical training, and faculty-guided research—that provide practical instruction and personal growth. Farmingdale students acquire the education, skills, and critical thinking to meet the challenges of a sophisticated, changing society. Semester-long internships are offered in Albany working with New York State legislators as well as in Washington, D.C. Students can study abroad in Italy, Spain or Chile through Farmingdale or through SUNY. Our progress has resulted in enrollment over 8,700. Transfers are particularly welcome. In fact, the college’s Transfer Services Office ensures an easy transition into Farmingdale. No wonder the number of students who elect to transfer to Farmingdale continues to grow.
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President Keen’s ten goals for the next ten years – titled Farmingdale Forward – include ambitious enrollment growth while maintaining high entrance requirements, hiring new professors, offering graduate-level degrees, and enriching the intellectual and social campus environment. Another key goal is developing modern campus facilities. The Campus Center serves as a hub of activities, offering enhanced dining and comfortable lounges to stimulate faculty-student interactions. The School of Business – the most technologically advanced building on campus - is open. Small, personalized classes, a lush 380– acre campus and a highly successful NCAA Division III athletics program with renovated facilities are some of the advantages Farmingdale students experience. As a result, Farmingdale has been ranked as one of the Top Colleges in the North by U.S. News & World Report. And it’s also why Farmingdale has ranked in the top five in the category of Least Student Debt. It’s also been recognized twice as the fifth safest campus in the nation. Farmingdale is proud to be a great value, with extraordinary success in preparing students for good paying jobs. In a survey of the May 2014 graduating class, 88 percent of those responding reported they were employed, and 78 percent reported that they were employed in a field related to their degree. Baccalaureate programs include Global Business Management, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Urban Horticulture and Design, and Science, Technology & Society (a 21st-century liberal arts degree). Unique offerings include the only 4-year Aviation program in northeastern U.S. public colleges and the only 4-year Dental Hygiene program in the region.
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Diploma Mills You may be wondering why you need to know about diploma mills and accreditation—simply put, not every institution is what it appears to be. In order for you to become a smart consumer, you’ll need to have a basic understanding of accreditation in the United States and how it works, the difference between accredited or unaccredited institutions, and the pitfalls of enrolling in a “diploma mill.” Today there are tools available to consumers in order to help combat the problem of diploma mills and provide more information for parents and students when selecting postsecondary institutions. The U.S. Department of Education has published the “positive list” of schools that are accredited by accrediting agencies recognized by the Secretary of Education. The list can be found at www.ope.ed.gov/ accreditation. This is a list of postsecondary institutions and programs that have chosen to be accredited by accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. One of the reasons that institutions seek accreditation is so that their students are eligible to receive federal student aid or other federal benefits. The database does not include postsecondary educational institutions and programs that elect not to seek accreditation but nevertheless may provide a quality postsecondary education. The positive list is simply one source of information; you may need to consult other sources if an institution does not appear on the positive list.
What Is A Diploma Mill? The Higher Education Opportunity Act defines a diploma mill as follows: “an entity that—(A)(i) offers, for a fee, degrees, diplomas, or certificates, that may be used to represent to the general public that the individual possessing such a degree, diploma, or certificate has completed a program of postsecondary education or training; and (ii) requires such individual to complete little or no education or coursework to obtain such degree, diploma, or certificate; and (B) lacks accreditation by an accrediting agency or association that is recognized as an accrediting agency or association of institutions of higher education (as such term is defined in section 102) by—(i) the Secretary pursuant to subpart 2 of part H of title IV; or (ii) a federal agency, state government, or other organization or association that recognizes accrediting agencies or associations.”
According to Webster’s Third New International Dictionary a diploma mill as: “An institution of higher education operating without supervision of a state or professional agency and granting diplomas which are either fraudulent or because of the lack of proper standards worthless.” Diploma mills are schools that are more interested in taking your money than providing you with a quality education. You need to know how to protect yourself as a consumer. The Better Business Bureau suggests you watch for the following features and regard them as red flags when considering whether or not to enroll in a school: • Degrees that can be earned in less time than at an accredited postsecondary institution, an example would be earning a Bachelor’s degree in a few months. • A list of accrediting agencies that sounds a little too impressive. Often, these schools will list accreditation by organizations that are not recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. These schools will also imply official approval by mentioning state registration or licensing. • Offers that place unrealistic emphasis on offering college credits for lifetime or real world experience. • Tuition paid on a per-degree basis, or discounts for enrolling in multiple degree programs. Accredited institutions charge by credit hours, course, or semester. • Little or no interaction with professors.
• Names that are similar to well known reputable universities. • Addresses that are box numbers or suites. That campus may very well be a mail drop box or someone’s attic. With the increase in the availability of earning degrees online there has been an increase in diploma mills. Diploma mills often use the Internet to market their programs. Diploma mills often promise degrees for a fee in a few short days or months. Not all online degree programs are diploma mills. Do your homework and research schools that you are interested in attending. Diploma mills require little, if any, academic work in order to earn a degree. Degrees from diploma mills are sometimes based on life experience alone or a level of academic work that is far below what an accredited postsecondary institution would require. Diploma mills can require little or no work but the result is the same, a degree that has no value and is meaningless. If you still have doubts, contact your Better Business Bureau or state attorney general’s office to make sure the school is operating legally in a state and to see if anyone has filed a complaint. A bogus degree from a diploma mill is not likely to impress prospective employers and could be a complete waste of money. Today many employers are requiring degrees from legitimately accredited institutions. Federal agencies are being directed by the federal government’s Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to verify the legitimacy of an applicant’s
degree(s).
Fake Accrediting Agencies Diploma mills often claim accreditation by a fake accrediting agency to attract more students to their degree programs and make them seem more legitimate. Because diploma mills aren’t accredited by a nationally recognized agency, you will not find the institution’s accrediting agency on the U.S. Department of Education’s List of Nationally Recognized Accrediting Agencies. Use the above references to check that the institution you are looking at has been accredited by a nationally recognized agency. Those accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are recognized for purposes of obtaining federal dollars. This will be helpful to you as you are deciding on financial arrangements for your degree. The fake accrediting agency is just for show; it offers its accreditation for a fee without an in-depth review of the school’s programs or teachers. These accrediting agencies do not ensure that students receive a quality education. Often, the fake accrediting agency has simply conducted a business deal with an institution without investigating the institution in any manner. These fake accrediting agencies may adopt names that are similar to other well known accrediting agencies, and sprinkle legitimate institutions in its list of accredited members. They may even use all the right
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York College provides students with a personal plan that helps them focus their passions and attain their goals. We do so through a high-quality education that emphasizes practical application and a community that’s invested in student success. Students enjoy a variety of comprehensive programs and majors, built on a liberal arts foundation; hands-on learning; dedicated resources for academic and career guidance; and internships in their chosen field. Our supportive campus community offers small class sizes and individual attention; accessible and approachable faculty and staff; dedication to intellectual, professional and social growth; and a friendly network of peers. Only at York College do all of these students have access to the Center for Professional Ex-
cellence (CPE), which helps them develop the attitudes and skills to be effective professionals in whatever career path they choose. The CPE provides professional development through campus seminars, classroom presentations, and student workshops. Topics of discussion are drawn from its National Professionalism Survey, whose results are cited in national media including USA Today, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, Forbes, and CNN. Learn more about the advantages York College students enjoy at www.ycp.edu/cpe.
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Upon graduation, our students are ready to meet the challenges of their professions. They’ve gained the adaptable skills that will serve them well in today’s shifting landscape. They understand the greater context behind what they’re learning, and they work alongside industry leaders and professionals. They leave York feeling confident and proud of their personal achievements. From Day One, York College prepares students for a lifetime of meaningful careers. To learn more, visit www.ycp. edu, and register for one of our Open Houses (Oct. 24 or Nov. 14) or a campus visit.
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Prepare For College: Entrance Tests Many U.S. colleges require that undergraduate and graduate students submit standardized test scores as part of their application packages. Standardized tests provide a consistent way for a college to evaluate you and sometimes even help you choose the right courses. For information about which tests you should take, talk to your high school or college academic counselor, or to the admissions offices at the colleges you are interested in attending. In the meantime, here’s a summary of most standardized tests.
and each lasts one hour. Both the SAT and SAT subject tests are offered several times a year at locations across the country. The College Board provides detailed information about the SAT and SAT Subject Tests at www.sat.collegeboard.org, including information about preparing to take the test, what to take with you on test day, and understanding your scores.
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Tests For Undergraduate Programs Most colleges require you to take one of the most common tests, the SAT or the ACT. Check with the colleges you plan to apply to for their testing requirements. Most community colleges have open enrollment and don’t require standardized test scores. However, they will usually require placement tests. SAT or ACT scores may exempt you from placement tests. If you want to enroll in a selective program at a community college (nursing, computer science,
law enforcement), then standardized test scores may be required. Later, if you transfer from a community college to a university or another school, test scores may be required.
SAT The SAT measures your ability rather than knowledge. The 3 ¾-hour test contains three sections: writing,
critical reading and math. Most of the questions are multiple-choice. Some colleges may also require you to take an SAT Subject Test. SAT Subject Tests measure your knowledge in specific subjects within five general categories: English, mathematics, history, science, and languages. Specific subjects range from English literature to biology to modern Hebrew. SAT subject tests are primarily multiple-choice
Like the SAT, the ACT is accepted by almost all colleges and universities. But instead of measuring how you think, the ACT measures what you’ve learned in school. The ACT consists of four multiple-choice tests: English, reading, mathematics and science. If your college requires a writing test, you can take the ACT Plus Writing, which includes a writing test in addition to the other four tests. These tests are offered several times a year at locations (usually high schools and colleges) across the country. Visit www.act.org to check out detailed information about the ACT, including preparing to take the test,
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Founded in 1965, Daniel Webster College offers seventeen B.S. degree programs in several fields including aviation, business and management, computer sciences, engineering, and psychology. By integrating theory and practice, DWC helps students develop knowledge and skills through interactive instruction and hands-on applications.
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Whether living on campus or commuting, students can participate in a wide variety of clubs and organizations that can enhance the overall college experience. Additionally, DWC provides collegiate athletic competition for both men and women in seventeen NCAA Division III sports.
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Despite the university’s scope—one school and five colleges call it home—NJIT offers the intimate educational experience of a small campus with the vast resources of a major public research university.
Currently ranked among the top 1 percent of public colleges and universities in return on educational investment, NJIT maintains its status through a careful balance of a consistent world-class curriculum and research expenditures that, as of 2015, total more than $100 million. “NJIT is committed to excellence in teaching and research,” says president Joel S. Bloom. “We’re expanding our capabilities by investing an additional $300 million in our $1 billion capital inventory. And through the New Jersey Innovation Institute, we’re developing new business, government and other partnerships to solve grand challenges.”
NJIT, which was called “a hidden gem,” in Prospective students seeking greater a CBS News report on 2015 college rankings, involvement in the changing role of technology has been at the fore-front of providing top-tier can find direct access to the industry’s future at educations in technology for more than a New Jersey Institute of Technology. century.
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DIPLOMA from page 46B sounding words in their marketing materials to describe their accrediting standards and review processes. When actually, those accrediting standards and procedures are never put to use and the accreditation is meaningless. Do not allow these agencies and institutions to mislead you; always do your homework on any institution you want to attend. In some states, it can be illegal to use a degree from an institution that is not accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency. Remember it isn’t enough to know that an institution is accredited; you need to find out as much as you can about the accrediting agency. Your efforts will be worth your time and energy.
and regulate higher education in Canada and other foreign countries, take a look at www.degree.net/ guides/checking_out2.html and the U.S. Network for Education Information.
Foreign Credential Evaluation Often a student will be required, by another educational institution or place of employment, to have their foreign educational credits evaluated in order to determine the comparability between those credits or degree to those received from an accredited U.S. institution. In these instances, a useful service is provided by
individual credential evaluation service or group of services and does not conduct evaluations. The resource links provided here are solely for information purposes and to help in locating potential evaluators. Please do not send documents or credentials to USNEI for evaluation. Neither USNEI nor the U.S. government serve as a channel of appeal for persons dissatisfied with evaluations. Like fake accrediting agencies, there are also fake credential evaluation services. These organizations work on behalf of diploma mills to ensure that
college credit and professional certification. The amount of credit awarded will vary from institution to institution. At legitimate institutions credit is awarded only if the work experience is equivalent to what would have been taught in a college level course. Students should check with other institutions regarding transfer of credit policies to determine if your credits will be accepted by an institution you hope or plan to enroll in.
Foreign Institutions and Diploma Mills There is an important distinction between foreign institutions and agencies that accredit foreign institutions. The U.S. Department of Education does not recognize foreign accrediting agencies, however, accrediting agencies that have been recognized by the Secretary of Education may accredit foreign institutions. There are also foreign institutions that market their degrees in the United States, and foreign education ministries may recognize these institutions. Look out for foreign diploma mills selling their degrees in this country. Some of these foreign diploma mills claim to have approval from the education ministry of their country to offer degrees, when, in reality, they’re operating without the knowledge of the country. Often foreign diploma mills will use the name of the foreign education ministry in their marketing material to make them seem more legitimate. The institution is trying to make students incorrectly believe that its programs have been reviewed and meet some level of quality. Earning a degree from a foreign institution that is not accredited by a nationally recognized agency can be problematic. To learn more about the issues and problems that may arise from pursuing an unaccredited degree, read over the frequently asked questions found at this site: www.degree.net/guides/ accreditation_faqs.html. Before enrolling in a foreign institution, find out as much as you can about the accreditor and the institutions it accredits, as well as the recognition process of the foreign education ministry. This information will give you a better picture of the institution and its reputation. To review a list of agencies that license
private services that evaluate degrees from foreign institutions. Not all U.S. institutions, employers, and licensing authorities perform evaluations of non-U.S. diplomas, credits or qualifications. In many cases this work is delegated to private credential evaluation services, the evaluations provided by these services are then recognized as valid by the necessary entities. Private credential evaluation services will evaluate a foreign degree for comparability to a U.S. degree. If you are told that you need to have your academic or professional qualifications evaluated by someone other than the institution, employer or licensing authority to which you are applying, there are several possible sources of information. To find a credential evaluation service you can use the Internet’s search engines. You can also refer to the U.S. Network for Education Information (USNEI), a Department of Education-administered website and public-private partnership, that provides a list of possible credential evaluation services. It is important to understand that the U.S. federal government does not recommend or endorse any
degrees from these schools are determined to be comparable to a degree that is received from an accredited U.S. institution.
College Credit for Life Experience Although many legitimate institutions give academic credit for life and work experiences, beware of institutions that offer college credit and degrees based on life experience, with little or no documentation of prior learning. These institutions do not use valid methods to determine the amount of credit to be awarded. There are many employers, institutions and licensing boards that will question the legitimacy of credit and degrees earned in this way, these organizations will only recognize degrees earned from institutions accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Legitimate institutions offering credit for life or work experiences may use any combination of the following methods to determine how much credit is given: standardized tests, prior learning portfolio, oral exams, past
.edu Internet Address Today, most educational institutions are recognized on the web by their .edu Internet addresses. However, not all institutions that use an .edu as a part of their Internet address are legitimate institutions. Before the U.S. Department of Commerce created its current, strict requirements, some questionable institutions were approved to use an .edu. The current requirements allow only colleges and institutions accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to use the .edu, however, some more suspect institutions have maintained the .edu addresses. Institutions that were approved to use an .edu before the new requirements were put in place may still be using the .edu as part of their Internet address. This means there may be some illegitimate institutions out there with an .edu. Whether an institution uses an .edu or not, it’s important to know as much about the institution as possible before enrolling. Visit www.ed.gov for more information about diploma mills and accreditation scams.
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Common App Site Unveils New Design, Enhanced Features
The Common Application recently unveiled a redesign of its public-facing website (www.commonapp.org). Updated to help students and parents to better understand the college admissions process, the site combines a modern design with expert content and smoother navigation. The most significant changes to the site are the additions of the “How to Prepare” section, which provides practical action items and advice for students in preparing for college well before the application process starts, and the “What’s (app)ening” blog which will be used to share tips and the latest in admissions news. Highlights of the site also include a robust “How to Apply” section with helpful instruction for all prospective applicants and a comprehensive FAQ and application dictionary. “For many students, the opportunity to go to college can be the catalyst in positively impacting the trajectory of their life. We believe that all students—and their parents, teachers, counselors, coaches and mentors— should have access to the resources necessary to help guide them in this journey,” said Paul Mott, chief executive officer of The Common Application. “With this redesign, we are better positioned to meet the needs of students who are ready to apply to college as well as students who are—or should be—in the exploratory stages of considering post-secondary education.”
The look and feel of the application itself remains unchanged although there have been several functionality enhancements. “Throughout the past year, we have listened to valuable feedback from students and counselors through meetings and focus groups. The website is just one of several resulting initiatives that we will roll out in the coming year. We hope that students, parents, and counselors will find a more focused and engaging experience,” said Aba Blankson, director of communications. Earlier this month, Common App rolled out the full version of its new website. Since Aug. 1, the www.commonapp.org landing page has given a glimpse of the new look and feel. Here’s a preview of what you’ll see, along with tips for finding the tools you’ve come to rely on: New Log In Location The log in button for all users will be in the upper right of the home page. Simply click the link, select who you are (student or recommender), and proceed to the log in page. You can also bookmark the direct log in links and begin using them today: apply.commonapp.org and recommend. commonapp.org. Dedicated Parent and Counselor Pages Dedicated support for parents
and counselors, working together to support their students. New, essential resources like the Application Requirements Grid, along with tips for accessing help and advice on talking to students about college
are now available. Enhanced College Search A search for individual colleges
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Common Application’s 2015-16 Essay Prompts Getting ready to start a Common Application? Here’s a glimpse of the essay prompts you can expect on the 2015-16 application: • Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story. • The lessons we take from failure can be fundamental to later success. Recount an incident or time when you experienced failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience? • Reflect on a time when you challenged a belief or idea. What prompted you to act? Would you make the same decision again?
• Describe a problem you’ve solved or a problem you’d like to solve. It can be an intellectual challenge, a research query, an ethical dilemma—anything that is of personal importance, no matter the scale. Explain its significance to you and what steps you took or could be taken to identify a solution. • Discuss an accomplishment or event, formal or informal, that marked your transition from childhood to adulthood within your culture, community, or family.
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The Accessible Job Market
Dean Marc Oppenheim creates website for job seekers BY JENNIFER FAUCI
what career path I wanted but I knew I enjoyed being in the advising setting and working with people. I worked in the center for university advisements for five years before becoming an assistant dean in the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication.” Although Oppenheim has been quite busy in his current position of associate dean for student affairs, he still finds time to help pre-professionals attain their goals. “In my 10 years working in higher education with journalism, TV, PR and film students, I have been able to understand the challenge that people face while navigating the job market, especially in terms of the competitions in a major market like New York,” he said. “I started thinking about how to help people like the students I’ve been working with and other professionals so I took to Twitter and started looking for good job leads.” Oppenheim began tweeting a handful of daily job leads with the hashtag “MEO Jobs” on his personal page for nine months. After receiving enough positive feedback, he realized that he could take his idea one step further and in July
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As many qualified, yet unemployed, people can tell you, looking for a fulltime job is a job in itself. It requires long hours, extensive research and a constant updating of cover letters and résumés. Websites like Monster.com, Indeed. com, Media Bistro and Publishers Market cause aspiring publishing industry professionals to flock there in hopes of landing a job. But Marc Oppenheim, a local Wantagh resident and current associate dean for student affairs at Hofstra University, has made employment prospects a little bit easier with his website MEO Jobs. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Oppenheim chose Long Island to further his educational career. “I attended Hofstra University and worked part-time in the office for university advisement. When I graduated four years later, I was able to get an entry-level job as an administrator in the office I was working in,” said Oppenheim, who earned his bachelor’s degree in sociology with a minor in audio, video and film. “I wasn’t sure
COMMON APP from page 52B will now return more descriptive and visually captivating results, along with a button for adding each school directly to your “My Colleges” list. Accessible, Encouraging Resources Applying to college is a transaction. Preparing for it is an educational journey. Using the organizing concepts of learn, explore, grow, focus and apply, students are guided along the path of college readiness, from how to plan, to how to pay, to why a student should consider going to college in the first place. What’s (app)ening A refreshed Common App blog will bring you news, tips, and timely updates so you have the information needed as a student and as a counselor. The Virtual Counselor A school counselor recently received this advice from his principal: “As long as our students are well-served, serve as many students as you can.” The Virtual Counselor is a way for counselors to share knowledge and expertise with students and parents who may not have ready access to reliable guidance.
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Four Things Students Need To Know About The 2015-16 Common Application The 2015-16 Common Application launched on Aug. 1. Here are four key pieces of information to help you begin. 1. You need to create a new account. To prepare for the new year, all accounts created before Aug. 1, 2015 have been removed from the site. If you try to sign in with last year’s username and password, you’ll see an error message. 2. Talk to your counselor and parents (and maybe a college admission officer) before you sign the FERPA Release Authorization. You have the right to access your letters of recommendation after you enroll in college, assuming the college saves those forms. In the “Recommenders and FERPA” section of the application, you’ll be asked if you wish to waive that right. You’re free to respond as you choose, but you need to know that there may be implications to the choice you make. For that reason, please make sure you talk to someone—a counselor or parent—who can help you understand your choice before you make it. 3. Check your application for accuracy before submitting. When it comes time to submit your applications—and for many of you that will be months away—make sure everything on it looks right. Yes, that
means proofreading, but it also means checking that your responses appear exactly as they should. If something looks amiss, contact the Common Application administrators through their website for help before you send your application. Keep in mind that you can print preview each section as you work through the questions. 4. Add <appsupport@commonapp.net> to your address book or contact list. You’ll have questions, and the site administrators at Common Application are there to answer them. Make sure responses from Common Application website administrators don’t end up in your spam or junk folders by adding their support email address to your contact list. Visit www.commonapp.org for more information.
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TESTS from page 48B what to take with you on test day, and understanding your scores. To take these tests, you should be armed with more than a No. 2 pencil. Both SAT and ACT testing organizations offer lots of resources to help you prepare and study. Both also offer preparatory tests you can take early. Your local library and bookstore have books that can help you prepare. And if you don’t do well the first time, don’t panic—you can retake the tests to try to raise your score.
Get Help to Pay These tests all require registration fees that can vary depending on the test options you choose. Check with your high school counselor to see if you qualify for a fee waiver.
Tests For Graduate Programs Just as with undergraduate admissions, graduate school applications usually require standardized test scores. The test(s) you’ll take depend on what type of graduate degree you’re seeking. Check with the schools you plan to apply to for information about required exams.
Graduate Record Examinations (GRE)
Many students planning to attend graduate school take both the general and subject GRE tests. The GRE general test measures your verbal, quantitative (mathematical) and analytical writing skills. It is offered throughout the year at specially equipped testing centers (some on college campuses). The test runs approximately three hours. GRE subject tests measure your knowledge in specific subject areas. You usually take a subject test related to your undergraduate major. Subject tests are given three times a year: in October, November, and April. Offered on college campuses, the tests usually take 3 ½ hours to complete. Visit www.ets.org/gre to learn more about the GRE tests, including how to register and how to prepare.
knowledge, and is designed to indicate your readiness for success in law school. The LSAT consists of: • a reading comprehension section • an analytical reasoning section • a logical reasoning section • an unscored section, commonly known as the variable section, which is used to test new questions or new test forms You’ll be given a 35-minute writing sample section at the end of the test. Your writing sample is not scored, but copies are sent to all law schools to which you apply. The LSAT takes about four hours to complete. Visit www.lsac.org to get more information about the LSAT.
Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is primarily a multiple-choice exam that tests your knowledge of science as well as skills, such as problem solving and critical thinking, desirable for success in the medical profession. The test is made up of four sections: verbal reasoning, physical sciences, biological sciences and writing. You will provide essay responses to questions
The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is required by nearly all law schools approved by the American Bar Association. The test is offered four times a year, usually at hundreds of locations around the world. The LSAT measures aptitude rather than
Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)
for the writing sample section. The MCAT is given at various times throughout the year at hundreds of test centers around the U.S. You should expect to spend more than five hours at the testing center; short breaks throughout the session are included. Visit www.aamc.org to learn more about and register for the MCAT.
Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) If you’re planning to apply to graduate management programs such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, you’ll likely be required to take the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). The three-section test measures your skills—verbal, mathematical and analytical writing—rather than knowledge. Actual testing takes approximately four hours; short breaks are given between sections. The test is offered at centers across the country, and each center has its own schedule. Visit www.mba.com to make a test appointment and prepare for the GMAT. Visit www.studentaid.ed.gov/sa/ prepare-for-college/tests for more information, including other common tests used for college admissions and preparation.
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Common Sense And Common Courtesy In Business And In Life BY BOB WOLF
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Is it just me, or do you notice a lack of common sense and common courtesy in society and business? I wonder why that is... Wikipedia defines common sense as the “basic ability to perceive, understand and judge things, which is shared by (“common to”) nearly all people, and can be reasonably expected of nearly all people without any need for debate.” According to a recent article in The Wall Street Journal, prominent business schools were considering testing graduates on common sense. Apparently, business leaders and managers were complaining that graduates lacked common sense. Therefore, I took it upon myself to contact the educators named in the article, posing this question: “If you are going to test graduates for common sense, are your schools teaching common sense?” Not surprisingly, no one responded to my question which was a perfect example of people lacking common sense by not responding to a letter. I would think that schools should develop a
common sense curriculum, tutorial or seminar for students to take it before they graduate. Teaching “common sense” before testing makes sense; doesn’t it? If someone in business told you they would do something for you, and did not follow through, what would you think of them? Have you ever waited for a reply from either a job applicant or prospective employer, and never heard from them? They are just examples of people’s lack of using common sense in their dealings with other people. You can probably think of many more. I believe common sense can be taught and learned. For example: when someone asks you a question, it’s common sense to answer it. When you leave your home, it’s common sense to close and lock the door. If you drop something and break it, it’s common sense to pick up the pieces. These things are learned by observation, conversation, practice and training. Common courtesy is understood to be excellence of manners or social conduct; polite behavior, a courteous, respectful, or considerate act or expression. In March 2012, MIT offered an annual tutorial in Social Graces for their
students. It was evident that many of their brightest students needed to learn how to act in public, at social events and in business. Twenty-two courses were offered such as: “How to Work a Room”, “How to tell Somebody Something They Would Rather Not Hear”, “How to Make a Charming First Impression” and many others. If MIT realizes the importance of common courtesy, doesn’t it make sense for other schools to follow their example? A Harvard Business Review blog from Oct. 21, 2013, titled Keep Your Name Off That Layoff List, pointed out that people were being laid off for two or more of six primary reasons. One of the key reasons was that “They lacked poor interpersonal skills” and many of these people were also described as brilliant. Don’t you find that interesting? I believe interpersonal skills are both common sense and common courtesy, so why are they lacking in so many people? It’s simple; they’re not being taught...but they should be. When is the last time you heard, or used the words “thank you”, “I appreciate your help”, “please”, “excuse me” or “I’m sorry” or held a door open for someone? Have you received or written a handwritten thank you note, or
even sent a text or email to say “thank you” to someone who did something nice for you? That’s common sense and common courtesy. It’s hard to believe that in 2015, there is less common sense and common courtesy being used in business and our personal lives. Unfortunately, being offensive and plain rude seems to be replacing these two important human interaction skills. How do we get people to learn about common sense and common courtesy? Here are a few ideas: Schools should make a little time each day to talk about common sense and common courtesy to students. Parents and teachers should lead by example to model common sense and common courtesy to their children and students. Business people should train their employees on how common courtesy can lead to remarkable and positive results. Our society and business will most definitely benefit when these two things are made more common every day. Bob Wolf is founder and president of Help Other People Excel® (HOPE®) and the HOPE® Skills Program. Visit www. hopeskills.com for more information.
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5 Tips For Reducing Job Interview Stress BY GINNY GRIMSLEY
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After months of responding to job postings, you finally land an interview. This could be a pivotal moment in your life and career so it’s natural to feel nervous. But there’s no reason to let stress rule the day according to Lisa Quast, author of the book Secrets of a Hiring Manager Turned Career Coach: A Foolproof Guide to Getting the Job You Want Every Time. “Life routinely throws us curves, and that’s just as likely to happen on your job-interview day as any other day,” Quast said. “Traffic could be bad. You might spill something on the blouse you planned to wear. Any number of things could go wrong that aren’t directly related to the interview, but can knock you off your game.” While it’s not possible to anticipate every scenario, Quast said a little preparation can help you keep Lisa Quast the anxiety level manageable.
She offers these tips for navigating your interview day as stress free as possible: • Know where you need to go Don’t wait until right before an interview to make sure you have the correct address and phone number. Verify these online by checking the company website a few days ahead of time. You also should download driving directions or program the address into your smart phone or GPS to find potential routes and estimated drive times. “When in doubt, do a trial run,” Quast said. “You can drive there the weekend before to get the lay of the land and see where to park.” Don’t rely on technology alone. Always have a hard copy with the address and driving directions, just in case GPS or the smartphone fails you. • Obtain the correctly spelled name of the interviewer And remember, bring a printout of the job posting. “It always surprises me how many people show up for a job interview and can’t remember the name of the hiring manager
There’s no reason to let stress rule the day. or even the The people interviewing job title of the you will be aware. And position they’re you will be aware that interviewing they are aware. for,” Quast • Take a bathroom said. “Don’t be one of those people.” Turn your cellphone • Schedule enough time for completely off before the interview beginning an interview. Block your calendar so you won’t need to rush from one job interview to the next, or go break before the interview straight to another appointUse the restroom before you leave ment or back to work. “The your house and avoid too much interview could take much coffee or other liquids shortly before longer than you think going your interview. If you need to use in,” Quast said. For example, the bathroom when you arrive at if things are going well, you the company, ask the receptionist to might be asked to interview point you to them before he or she with others in the organiinforms the hiring manager that you zation. Be sure to schedule have arrived. ample time in case you need “One additional thing you can do to stay longer. “You don’t want is give yourself a pep talk before the to be stealing quick glances at interview,” Quast said. “Mentally your watch when you should remind yourself of all the things you be listening to what the hiring plan to do during the interview, the manager is saying,” Quast said. points you want to make about your • Turn off your cellphone experience and the questions you “When I say off, I mean off,” have about the company. Quast said. “Don’t put it on “You may not be able to eliminate vibrate.” The reason, she says, all the butterflies, but your preparais that almost everyone can tion should help reduce the stress Quast’s Secrets of a Hiring Manager hear a cellphone vibrating in a purse, and let you concentrate on making Turned Career Coach: A Foolproof Guide to briefcase or pocket. You will be the most of the opportunity.” Getting the Job You Want Every Time aware that a call is coming in for you.
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OPPENHEIM from page 54B 2014, launched www.meojobsonline. com and created a branded set of social media sites. “I created the site and started to let friends, colleagues, peers and professors from all over know about this new resource for media professionals. People come to it because it’s clean and visual in terms of its layout,” said Oppenheim. “More than 100 thumbnails have a link to job opportunities for every media and communications company. It’s like a digital cheat sheet and it’s very mobile friendly.” What really turned the corner for Oppenheim’s venture is when he launched the MEO Jobs of the Day, a daily email that alerts subscribers to open jobs in the industry. Oppenheim compiles a daily list of at least 25 available jobs for his audience, which then gets sent via email and goes on the website as well. “We have a subscriber list of close to 2,000 people who receive the Jobs of the Day email. It’s a customized approach and that’s what sets us apart,” said Oppenheim on how his brand is different from other job sites. “I believe that as the aggregator myself for this side, I’m doing the hard work on behalf of job seekers and making their jobs easier, and that has been appreciated by many members who have contacted me to say thank you.”
MEO Jobs is a noncommercial resource, meaning that people can access the website from wherever they are in the world to see what’s going on at major companies like Hearst, Condé Nast, Universal and Disney, just to name a few. “I’m taking public content—from about 40 different websites—and organizing it in a clear and concise manner. It’s a passion project for me. I have a thriving career as an administrator and I do this on the side each night before I
go to sleep for about 90 minutes,” said Oppenheim of his time-consuming hobby. “The fact that I’m getting so much positive feedback encourages me to keep going and I hope to continue doing it as long as I can.” MEO Jobs caters to a diverse age group including recent graduates, students entering graduate school, as well as young adults to senior level executives looking to move from one company to another. While Oppenheim tries to ensure that most of the positions
are mid-level, he does include plenty of entry- and senior-level jobs. “The number one thing is to step away from the computer and be in a setting where you can engage like-minded professionals and start building some organic relationships to allow you to become a more known and verified entity,” said Oppenheim on branding yourself. “I encourage job seekers to seek professional memberships like PRSA (Public Relations Society of America) and SPJ (Society of Professional Journalists) to more easily connect with your peers. Job seekers should be like a pinball in a pinball machine: bouncing off as many relevant people as possible.” MEO brand now hosts Happy Hours to provide media professionals with an opportunity to communicate and get to know one another in a casual environment. Oppenheim also recommends leaning on former faculty and mentors at an alma mater and to stay on the radar of as many media and communications professional, as possible. “If I am able to sustain the ongoing tasks to keep the site active, I’d like to think of other creative ways to connect people offline,” he said of other professional development opportunities. “I really just want to speak to the community of job seekers and let them know that someone out there understands that it’s a challenging process but there are strategies.”
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Moxxie Mentoring is a foundation based on Long Island that works with matriculating college women in order to inspire them to lead and to eventually win big. Founder and CEO Beth Meixner has plenty of moxie...the idea to start the foundation had been embedded in her psyche for years. A successful advertising/ marketing executive, Meixner left her well-paying job in order to launch Moxxie Mentoring Foundation in 2012. Moxxie’s goals are to empower women not to just succeed but to run the company. She’s teamed up with women executives across the NYC Metropolitan area, bringing them together through various channels. Meixner’s mentoring foundation targets driven college students in order to provide them
with the extra tools to succeed. These are the tools that will help catapult them to the level of CEO, president, founder, etc. Meixner said, “Are women today higher up in companies, yes; but are they running the businesses? No, they’re not.” Meixner believes that there are companies out there that have women board members and offer women incentives to move up the ladder, but there aren’t that many. She said, “Many companies say they have women in charge; women running the day to day but it simply isn’t true.” Moxxie Mentoring offers many different types of mentoring such as “junior moxxie.” A mentor is matched with a mentee in order to offer one-on-one assistance. The mentor will bring the mentee to her workplace and be available for emails/phone calls to talk in order to develop a close relationship with one another that will perhaps last a lifetime.
Moxxie’s sponsors include support from various outlets such as: Adelphi University, WABC-TV, Astoria Bank, North Shore LIJ Hospital and more. Fundraisers are held throughout the year to help raise funds and women executives pay yearly dues as members. Their philosophy is that shared contacts and support from fellow businesswomen who advocate women’s leadership can assist young women in developing and advancing their careers. Mentee Olivia Balog, who attends Adelphi University said, “Through the Moxxie Mentoring program and the guidance and advice from my mentor Diane Duel, I’ve gained invaluable experiences and skills regarding leadership, networking, philanthropy, negotiating, interview and resume etiquette and, most importantly, what makes women in the workplace a strong force. As a first-time mentor, Diane’s open-minded and
cheerful personality has made it easy for me to learn while at the same time building my own strong work ethic and envisioning the future path I would like to pursue. I had the opportunity to connect with so many inspiring women from companies such as Canon and WABC who are top leaders in their industry. It makes me feel special to know that, no matter the age or field, we all share the same goals and objectives; we want to increase the future possibility of women taking over as CEOs and owners.” “I picked the word moxie because it means determination, courage, assertive energy initiative and it fit the bill perfectly for all of our participants,” said Meixner. “I’m proud of the work we’ve done. We’ve given them the tools they need: initiative, direction and drive. Our program is proof that women have just begun their surge to the top.”
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Kindergarten students from Maria Regina School in Seaford celebrate the Pope’s arrival in America
‘Pope’s Visit Provides Learning Opportunity for Catholic School Children’ The huge level of excitement in the tri-state area surrounding the Papal Visit created a wonderful opportunity for Long Island’s Catholic elementary schools to celebrate their faith, and tie their lessons into the daily headlines. And like students in Catholic school are taught to do, the students were asked to put their faith into action. Depending on the grade of the students involved the exercises ranged from making signs and other welcoming symbols for younger students, to sparking the discussion and debate on the many important challenges the Pope made during his visit to America. Here’s a brief rundown of how some of the schools welcomed Pope Francis: (complete photo coverage of these events is available on the Catholic Elementary Schools of Long Island Facebook page)
A place where values are learned and lived.
The students of Saint Mary’s Elementary School in Manhasset have been engaging in a variety of projects to celebrate the occasion and learn more about the pontiff. The sixth grade students created posters of prayers, poems, photos and Pope Francis quotes, and are keeping journals while watching live coverage of events during the papal trip. St. Mary’s third graders took photos and selfies with a paper cutout of the Pope showing themselves witnessing to their faith by going to church, praying, doing service projects, even going to soccer practice, and a Mets game together.
Our schools prepare children for life’s journey. Strong spiritual values are a living part of a child’s daily activities at every Long Island Catholic elementary school. Your child is nurtured in a unique community environment where vital interaction with other children, families, and the parish reinforces enduring moral beliefs and a respect for others. Your child also gains the knowledge, skills, and selfesteem for future success in an innovative setting where academic rigor is enhanced by an array of cutting-edge learning resources.
The students at St. Aidan School in Williston Park are celebrating Pope Francis’ visit with a fun activity. The students each decorated a picture of a sneaker and wrote on it what they will do in honor of the Pope’s visit to New York. The students learned in class about the Calls to Action from Pope Francis’ Encyclical. Many of the students’ ideas stemmed from these actions. Some of the actions the students wrote on their sneakers included praying more, doing good deeds, being more generous, complimenting others, and being thankful for the beauty around them. The sneakers are displayed throughout the Upper and Lower Schools of St. Aidan with a banner that states St. Aidan School Walks In Faith With Pope Francis.
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To help young students at All Saints Regional Catholic in Glen Cove get ready for the Pope’s visit, a paper representation of the Pope called #flatfrancis (think “Flat Stanley”) visited. This provided a wonderful opportunity to open the discussion on the Pope, his travels, and his wishes for all of us.
To learn more about our Early Education Week Open Houses (10/18-24), and to find a school near you, call 516-678-5800 x 258 or visit LICatholicElementarySchools.org.
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Turn Your Passions And Interests Into A Career Understanding your career goals and options (and their earning potential) will help you find a college or career school that meets your needs. Some people simply have “jobs,” while others have “careers.” What’s the difference? With a career, the kind of work you do is based on your interests. It’s a path you’ve chosen.
How do I find careers that match my interests and skills?
you want to do, use the interest profiler to answer a series of questions that will match your interests with potential careers. For each career, you’ll get information on: • what people in this career do on the job • the types of knowl-
The first step to finding potential careers is to complete a self-assessment. What do you like to do? What are your interests and abilities? Are you looking to develop new skills for your current job or for a career change?
What do you want to do for a living? Take time to explore career options before you begin your program of study at college or career school. A good understanding of your estimat-
ed earnings is key to determining reasonable student loan amounts. Learn about assessing the net price of a school in which you’re interested. A lower net price means less borrowing on your part.
edge, skills, and abilities required for the career • the level of education usually needed • the average annual salary • the expected demand for this career in the future
What do you want to be when What if I’m still not sure what I you grow up? want to do?
The Department of Labor’s career search tool (www.studentaid.ed.gov/ sa/prepare-for-college/careers/ search) will help you explore careers by completing a keyword search. If you’re not sure what you want to do, the tool also has an interest profiler that will match your interests with possible careers. Use the career search tool to find potential careers using the keyword search, or browse by industry. If you’re not sure what
Often, students say that college led them to career paths they never imagined for themselves, or weren’t even aware of. So, even if you know what courses you want to study, even if you already have a possible career in mind, stay open to new opportunities. If you’re not completely sure what career path is right for you, college or career school can help you figure it out.
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Our committed teachers and full-time assistants give your child the individual attention, spiritual instruction, and experiential education that build early selfesteem and awaken a love of the world, providing your child with a vital head start on the journey to a fulfilling, well-rounded life.
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CAREERS & EDUCATION • SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 6, 2015 ADVERTORIAL
SACRED HEART ACADEMY
LEAD WITH HEART.
A Catholic College Preparatory School dedicated to the intellectual and personal growth of young women
At Sacred Heart Academy, rigorous academics, varied extra-curricular activities and religious values are woven together to nourish mind, body and soul. We teach young women to get involved, lead, and succeed in an environment that challenges and nurtures them to discover and achieve their full potential. An exceptional 15:1 student-teacher ratio promotes outstanding student achievement. In recent years, graduates have received $45 million in academic, artistic and athletic college scholarships annually and have attended some of the nation’s finest universities. Alumnae routinely take their place among the top echelons of business, government and academia, firmly grounded in the ethics and values that they shared at Sacred Heart.
Sacred Heart Academy is the first, and currently the only, all-girls high school to establish a Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab. This summer, construction began in a section of the library that was transformed for this purpose and includes 12 Bloomberg Terminals. Students have access to government, economic and financial data, news and analytics via the same information platform that is used by industry leaders. The lab is used as a tool to bring the real world of finance to Sacred Heart and to better prepare young women for the global job market. Under a dual enrollment program, Sacred Heart students may take courses through Adelphi University, Molloy College, St. John’s University and St. Joseph’s College leading to academic college-level credit. Courses are offered in Art, Biology, Business, Chemistry, English, French, Mathematics, Music, Social Studies, Spanish and Theology.
Sacred Heart Academy provides a rich and varied extra-curricular program which completes the high school experience. Here, young women not only expand and apply their known talents, but also develop new ones. There are several established after-school clubs related to Academics, the Arts, Communications, Cultural Interests, Spirituality and Service. Students have often proposed and initiated new clubs to address the changing interests of the SHA community. Sacred Heart Academy’s extensive athletic program fosters personal growth and affords opportunities to start and nurture lasting friendships that reach beyond graduation. With one of the most competitive programs on Long Island, Sacred Heart students learn to cooperate as responsible team members and distinguish themselves with league championships. Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph, Sacred Heart Academy takes time to nurture a spiritual life that fosters unity, reconciliation and God’s inclusive love and enables students and faculty to live out the mission. In addition to a four year curriculum in Theology, students in the SHA faith community are nourished by daily prayer, Liturgies, retreats and service requirements responding to the principles of social justice, especially the needs of women, children and the poor. In an atmosphere of courage, compassion and commitment, those entrusted to the care of Sacred Heart are encouraged always to “lead with heart.” Sacred Heart Academy strives through the highest academic and spiritual standards to prepare, empower, impassion and inspire women leaders who are mindful of the call to work for justice and peace in an increasingly interdependent and connected global community. Sacred Heart continues to develop confident, purposeful and successful women who are ready for life’s challenges as it has done since 1949.
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The curriculum at Sacred Heart Academy combines two complementary strands of course offerings. Each strand includes courses that are basic to a classical, college-preparatory education, and relevant to a digital and globally focused world culture and job market. These two strands are referred to as STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) and STELLAR (Social Science, Theology, English Lang/Lit, LOTE, Law & Business, Art, and Research in Humanities). By providing young women with opportunities for study in both strands, Sacred Heart equips them with a strong faith and the knowledge, skills, and sensitivities that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to the society in which they will find themselves. The new Science Research Center allows students to work with state-of-the-art equipment and to participate and succeed in local and national competitions.
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OPEN HOUSE Saturday, October 3, 2015 PresentaƟons at 11:15 · 12:15 · 1:15 Sacred Heart Academy is rooted in the mission of the Sisters of Saint Joseph and the Gospel of Jesus. Our dedicated teachers and administrators have made Sacred Heart Academy an outstanding Catholic College Preparatory School for young women on Long Island. We invite you to learn more about our school and how we foster courage, compassion and commitment in our students and moƟvate them to Lead With Heart™.
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Scholarship and Financial Aid Scams Need money for college? Doesn’t everybody? With tuition bills skyrocketing, and room and board going through the roof, students and their families are looking for creative ways to finance a college education. Unfortunately, in their efforts to pay the bills, many of them are falling prey to scholarship and financial aid scams. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation’s consumer protection agency, unscrupulous companies guarantee or promise scholarships, grants or fantastic financial aid packages. Many use high pressure sales pitches at seminars where you’re required to pay immediately or risk losing out on the “opportunity.” Some unscrupulous companies guarantee that they can get scholarships on behalf of students or award them “scholarships” in exchange for an advance fee. Most offer a “money back guarantee”—but attach conditions that make it impossible to get the refund. Others provide nothing for the student’s advance fee – not even a list of potential sources; still others tell students they’ve been selected as “finalists” for awards that require an up-front fee. Sometimes, these companies ask for a student’s checking account to “confirm eligibility,” then debit the account without the student’s consent. Other companies quote only a relatively small “monthly” or “weekly” fee and then ask for authorization to debit your checking account—for an undetermined length of time. Other companies claim they have programs that could make you eligible to receive financial aid, including grants, loans, work-study and other types of aid. For a processing fee, they’ll handle all the paperwork. But experts caution: The only application that will determine eligibility for all programs is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)—a form you can complete and submit for free.
The FTC cautions students to look and listen for these tell-tale lines: • The scholarship is guaranteed or your money back. • You can’t get this information anywhere else. • I just need your credit card or bank account number to hold this scholarship. • We’ll do all the work. You just pay a processing fee. • The scholarship will cost some
money. • You’ve been selected by a “national foundation” to receive a scholarship • You’re a finalist in a contest you never entered.
If you attend a seminar on financial aid or scholarships, follow these steps: • Take your time. Don’t be rushed into paying at the seminar. Avoid high-pressure sales pitches that require you to buy now or risk losing out on the opportunity. Solid opportunities are not sold through nerve-racking tactics. • Investigate the organization you’re considering paying for help. Talk to
a guidance counselor or financial aid advisor before spending your money. You may be able to get the same help for free. • Be wary of “success stories” or testimonials of extraordinary success – the seminar operation may have paid “shills” to give glowing stories. Instead, ask for a list of at least three local families who’ve used the services in the last year. Ask each if they’re satisfied with the products and services received. • Be cautious about purchasing from seminar representatives who are reluctant to answer questions or who give evasive answers to your questions. • Legitimate business people are more
than willing to give you information about their service. • Ask how much money is charged for the service, the services that will be performed and the company’s refund policy. Get this information in writing. Keep in mind that you may never recoup the money you give to an unscrupulous operator, despite stated refund policies. The FTC says many legitimate companies advertise that they can get students access to lists of scholarships in exchange for an advance fee. Other legitimate services charge an advance fee to compare a student’s profile with a database of scholarship opportunities and provide a list of awards for which a student may qualify. And, there are online scholarship search engines. The difference: legitimate companies never guarantee or promise scholarships or grants. If you’re contacted by companies or visit websites that say they’ll process your FAFSA for a fee, do yourself a favor and save some money, too. Visit www.studentaid.gov, the U.S. Department of Education’s site for free information on preparing for and funding education beyond high school. You can complete the FAFSA at www. fafsa.gov, and learn about other FAFSA filing options at www.fafsa. ed.gov/options.htm. You also can call 800-433-3243.
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EST. 1957
THE PREMIER PRESCHOOL
Since 1957, Red Robin Country Day School & Camp has been dedicated to the education, development and recreational enrichment of toddlers through 7th graders. Its school and camp programs are designed with individualized instruction and supervision in mind. Therefore, Red Robin maintains smaller classes and group sizes in school and camp respectively, with unparalleled staff-to-child ratios, and the distinction of outstanding recognition by New York State and the American Camp Association. Red Robin makes safety a priority as its excellent, comprehensive curriculum provides cognitive development, social and physical growth, and tons of fun!!!! It accomplishes all of this by maintaining the most highly trained, certified, experienced, professional, nurturing staff to be found in any preschool or day camp on Long Island. Red Robin Country Day School & Camp takes pride in its high level of staff retention, most of whom have been members of the Red Robin Staff for many years. Seeing is believing when you arrive on Red Robin’s charming grounds and experience the warmth of this state-of-the-art facility, with its brand new, massive adventure playgrounds, spacious sports fields and multi-sport decks, GaGa Ball Court, indoor/outdoor play arena, one-of-akind tree house, the Robin’s Nest, for hours of imaginative play, splash playground, swimming pools and beautiful classrooms. Only the latest materials and equipment are utilized by the Red Robin teaching staff to educate its students, including the multi-media technology provided by Smart Boards and iPads. Each child and his or her parents are greeted with loving smiles every morning and the feeling of being the only child or family to attend Red Robin, whose staff knows all students and campers as individuals. In addition, communication is essential and the Red Robin maintains contact with all families through phone calls, texts, emails, newsletters, face-to-face conversations, conferences, parent visiting days, their website blogs and photo galleries, as well as through Facebook announcements and videos. Red Robin’s administrators and teachers are always just a phone call away and dedicated to providing parents with the peace of mind they so deserve. For families in need of custom-designed schedules, transportation, and /or extended hours (7AM-6PM), Red Robin’s flexible, family-centered approach ensures that the needs of all of its students and campers, as well as their families, are always served. Information about Red Robin Country Day School & Camp’s programs is available through mailed brochures and videos, or online at www.redrobincountrydayschoolandcamp.com. In addition, Red Robin’s directors, Michael Cohn, MSW and Sheryl Schwartz, MS, are available 7 days a week by appointment, for walk-in-visits Monday through Friday, or during open houses for family tours on specific weekends every month of the year. Give Red Robin’s directors a call today and get ready to “Watch Your Child Soar!” We are confident that you will want to be members of the Red Robin Family for many years to come. 140422
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County’s 8th Mega Job Fair Nassau County will host its 8th mega private sector job fair on Friday, Oct. 23, at the Nassau Community College gym, 1 Education Dr., Garden City. Employers from across Long Island will be seeking candidates for positions including middle-management and entry levels, licensed professionals, hospitality and food service industries, banking staff and individuals with technical and IT experience. “We are extremely grateful to our business partners for participating
in this job fair which is expected to draw more than 8,000 job seekers,” said Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano. “It is estimated that over 2,000 people were hired from the previous seven private sector job fairs.” The veterans’ admission begins an hour earlier, at 9 a.m., while general admission will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There is no charge for admission and parking at Nassau Community College is free.
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Starting My Career Early BY RACHEL HIRSCHHEIMER
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Journalism has always been in my blood. Ever since I was about 6 years old, being in front of the camera was something that thrilled me. I always dreamed of closing a broadcast with my name and news station. “This has been Rachel Hirschheimer for the Today Show [in New York].” In my Jericho backyard, I would pretend to report breaking news holding an oversized hairbrush as a microphone, staring into an imaginary camera lens. One day, that hairbrush would be a real hand-held mic with the logo for NBC News. When sixth grade came around, I was faced with waking up at hours I had never seen before, and the thought of it seemed terrible. However, it led me to discovering my deep-rooted passion. Every morning I watched Today which was the first time I routinely turned on a particular news station like adults do. With coffee in one hand and newspaper in the other, I listened to every word reporters Darlene Rodriguez, Michael Gargiulo, Lauren Scala and Chris Cimino said. I felt a connection with
the morning team I trusted. When one of them wasn’t reporting that day, I sometimes wouldn’t even watch; that’s how insanely committed I was. Never knowing or having the resources to embark on my journalism journey at the time, I just kept dreaming for my time to come. And so it began in 10th grade; I enrolled in Jericho’s New Media Communications class and strived to stand out. Being a quiet underclassman, I knew it was going to be difficult. With the help of the journalism advisor, Suzanne Valenza, I started to slowly reveal my passion for journalism with my first big report in December 2013: “The Life of a News Reporter.” The out-of-the-box report involved a ton of researching and getting in contact with the right people. After taking all the necessary steps to make this idea a reality, I was finally making my way to the News12 Long Island and NBC’s Today studio. Being able to speak with the reporters, I felt a strong connection, which was surreal. Some kids want to meet famous singers, actors and performers, but all I wanted to do was meet the Today morning team. Wanting to top that report, I set my
mind to my next task: I had an idea around Thanksgiving time to report from the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. After emailing and calling multiple people, I got myself a press pass to stand on the media platform at the parade. That was my first true time out in the field. It was freezing outside but an incredible experience. Reporting for my school newspaper was great but I still wanted to start my broadcasting career immediately. So I set out for my next challenge, Teen Kids News. A nationally aired educational news show for teens was my only shot to become a broadcaster at 16. I emailed back and forth with one of the producers of the show and finally landed an audition which they aired on their show in May of 2015. I recently went back to Teen Kids News to shoot three more stories and am ecstatic for them to air. This summer, I was given an incredible opportunity to intern at Anton Media Group in Mineola. Writing, editing, sitting in meetings— it’s a great experience. I have learned a tremendous amount about the newspaper industry and journalism in general. Being the editor-in-chief of the JerEcho, I can’t wait to bring all
Rachel Hirschheimer of the knowledge I have now to our newsroom. Being ambitious is what it’s all about. Putting myself out there is something I’ve been doing since I was little and it has gotten me this far. I have grown as a person over the past couple of years and have never felt more ready for the future. It’s going to be a rocky road to the top but I am eager and ready to start climbing my way up there.
Committed to Your Success With a rich history of successful graduates moving on to school systems, businesses, hospitals and startups, we know how to get you where you belong. Through exceptional teaching, impressive academics, dynamic internship and leadership experiences, and a culture of personal engagement, you will be prepared for tomorrow’s opportunities. Join us for our Fall Open House and discover the benefits of a St. Joseph’s College education.
JOIN US! Fall Open House November 1 9:30 a.m. SJC Long Island To RSVP, visit sjcny.edu/LIOpenHouse
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Mega Job Fair, Oct. 23rd, 2015 Nassau Community College Gym 1 Education Drive, Garden City Free Parking & Admission
Veterans Admission starts at 9:00am General Admission 10:00am-2:00pm
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Federal Agencies Moving Hispanics Forward Throughout his time in office, President Barack Obama has called on leaders from all sectors to help ensure our country’s future. In the spirit of this shared responsibility, on Sept. 22, the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics (www.ed.gov/edblogs/ hispanic-initiative) released a series of commitments, a new report and a set of education data plans outlining the Obama Administration’s work to improve the lives of the 55 million Hispanics who live in the United States—whether through increased access to high-quality early learning and STEM education, more grants to Hispanic-serving colleges, more opportunities to participate in the internships or greater apprenticeships with small businesses. These efforts highlight more than 350 activities, programs and initiatives supporting the educational attainment of our country’s students, including Hispanics. The announcement of Commitments to Action signifies the federal agencies’ steadfast dedication on behalf of the largest, youngest and arguably the fastest-growing population in the nation. The report summarizes the Federal Interagency Working Group on Educational Excellence for Hispanics’ efforts to help ensure federal investments, programs, and opportunities are effectively shared with the Hispanic community, assess and suggest improvements to federal policies, regulations and programs that apply to Hispanic students and communities, and ensure efforts and funding reflect the diversity of the nation’s population and the growing number of Hispanic Serving Institutions while strengthening the link between the federal government and the nation’s Hispanic communities. Today, nearly one in four students in our nation’s public schools is a Hispanic youth. Making sure these young people have the opportunity to achieve their dreams isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s also a matter of our shared success as a country. In just the next few decades, Hispanics will represent nearly one in three American workers. To help move the Latino community and the nation forward, the initiative issued a national call of action to the public and private sectors. Recognizing that Latinos must continue to graduate from high school college- and career-ready, and in
even greater numbers, having access to quality, well-rounded learning experiences in our public schools with support at the federal, state, and local levels is critical. This Hispanic Heritage Month marks the 25th anniversary of the existence of the initiative. The initiative was originally established by President George H.W. Bush in 1990 to address the educational disparities faced by the Hispanic community. Since then, the Hispanic community has been recognized by
multiple presidents and more recently by Obama through the renewal of the initiative. Visit www.ed.gov for the U.S. Department of Education’s blog, Homeroom for more about this initiative. Maribel Duran is the chief of staff for the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics and leads the Federal Interagency Working Group on Educational Excellence efforts.
Nassau County Executive
ED MANGANO
invites you to a
MEGA
JOB FAIR
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Job Seekers Connect With Employers At Career Fair Oct. 15
More than 30 companies will be looking to fill 1,000 positions at the Greater Long Island Career Fair. It will be held Thursday, Oct. 15, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Melville Marriott, 1350 Walt Whitman Rd. in Melville. All job seekers are welcome to attend this event to submit resumes, network and meet face-toface with local hiring managers. Jobs will be available in: administration, advertising, customer service, hospitality, installation, insurance, IT, law enforcement, maintenance, optometry, real estate, recruitment, retail, sales, solar, travel, warehouse and other categories.
Here are some tips, if you are planning to attend this event: • Preregister at www. choicecareerfairs.com • Dress your best. You do not have to
go out and purchase an expensive outfit, but make sure you are clean cut and professional. • Update your resume and bring at least 30 copies with you. • If you have kids, make sure to arrange for a baby sitter. No children will be allowed into the event. • Show up to the event with a
positive attitude and an open mind. • When at the event, take your time and make sure to talk to each employer. You never know what open positions they have to offer until you talk to them. Visit www.choicecareerfairs.com for more information.
Here’s a list of some of the employers that will be present at the job fair: Adecco USA Aflac Atlantic Tomorrow’s Office David Lerner Associates Davis Vision FC USA International Cruise & Excursions New York Life NYPD Primerica Prudential Reliance First Capital RUI credit Services Sunrun Time Warner Cable Welcome Wagon The Choice Career Fair will return to Long Island on Dec. 20, 2015. Check back at www.choicecareerfairs.com for future events and more information.
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Welcoming A New Coworker
LONG ISLAND CAREER FAIR Meet face to face with the BEST Employers on Long Island.
Dozens of Companies - Hundreds of Jobs - In All Categories
A new face in the office can breathe fresh ideas, enthusiasm and new perspectives into your work. New can also be scary though, not just for the new person coming in but for those already at the company. Many people have a tough time with change and the adjustment can cause little bumps along the way.
Here are a few tips for making a newcomer in your office feel welcome: Reach Out As a current employee it’s important for you to make an active effort to reach out to a new employee, even if this person isn’t on your team or in your department. As long as they are someone you are aware of and will interact with, reaching out to say hi, introducing yourself and welcoming him or her to the company is a great way to start building a good working relationship. Offer Tips, Not Gossip Giving a newcomer tips on how
the office operates-who to go to for supplies, certain tasks, or how to work the copy machine-are all great ways to help your new coworker adjust smoothly. However, giving your opinion about why someone is grouchy, or who isn’t fun to work with crosses into the territory of gossip and should be avoided. Let your new coworker form his or her own opinions about the rest of the team. Keep An Open Mind It’s easy to be fond of or used to the way things were done before this new coworker arrived. However, try to keep an open mind to the new ideas, systems or attitudes this person may bring to the job. Change is sometimes hard but change can also be invigorating. Remember to be positive about trying out a new system or idea. If it doesn’t work it can always be adjusted, but if it does work you’ll be much happier to have been one of the supporters than the coworker who grudgingly complied. For more information on office etiquette, visit www.emilypost.com or check out Emily Post’s The Etiquette Advantage in Business, 3rd edition.
Thursday Oct. 15, 2015 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Melville Marriott 1350 Walt Whitman Rd, Melville, NY 11747 For more information go to ChoiceCareerFairs.com Sponsored by:
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BY LIZZIE POST
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CAREERS & EDUCATION • SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 6, 2015
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Molloy provides its 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students with a variety of high-quality academic programs. Molloy is large enough to offer students a rich educational experience, yet small enough to provide personal, compassionate mentoring to bring out the best in every student. A Catholic college with a rich tradition rooted in the core values of study, spirituality, service and community, we believe in the power of education to transform: Its ability to change an individual, the community and, ultimately, our world. We create a challenging and nurturing environment for our students. With more than 50 academic programs, approximately 60 clubs and honor societies, a competitive honors program, various service opportunities and NCAA Division II athletics, there are abundant opportunities for each student to not only strive for
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