College Bound Spring 2015

College bound 2015

SPRING

making the most of your last

semester page

p

7

LIVING ON YOUR OWN MASTERING THE SKILLS

LIKE MOM 20 page

A guide 9 GREEK LIFE to college

Choosing a college with a few months left p

4

14

SLANG page

page

16 sat & act

tips page

page

A SPECIAL PUBLICATION OF PIONEER NEWS GROUP

18

taking the

on social life, partying, work, exercise,

sleep and

academics

p

12

what it all costs

6 A Parents role:

helping your senior

2 college bound

SPRING 2015

College bound 2015

SPRING

editor / writer Stevie Croisant

design

Brooke C. Benson

The path to success starts at MSUB APPLY TODAY!

Save the Date!

Fall 2015 Freshman Orientation Dates Five Sessions to choose from:

June 4th & 5th • June 18th & 19th • July 9th & 10th July 23rd & 24th • August 6th & 7th Find us on:

Register for orientation or find out more at msubillings.edu today!

SPRING 2015

college bound

LIFE TAKES COURAGE. ‘’AN EXTRADORDINARY LIFE TAKES ‘’

uncommon courage.

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Where does uncommon courage come from?

At the University of Great Falls, we believe it comes from within.That’s why we cultivate those unique inner-strengths-the building blocks of uncommon courage-in every member of our community. Here, you’ll explore your faith, develop your gifts, and learn how to live and make a living.

A private, Catholic, liberal arts university

1301 20th Street South | Great Falls, MT 59405 |

www.ugf.edu

APPLY NOW! Visit the University of Great

Falls CALL: 1.800.856.9544 or LOG ON TO: www.ugf.edu

3

4 college bound

SPRING 2015

choosing a college with a few months left written by

stevie croisant

T

PHOTOGRAPHER ADRIAN SANCHEZ-GONZALEZ

he days are dwindling fast and the pressure is higher than ever. With only a few months left to choose a college, it’s easy to lose sight of your priorities. To help with the process, here are some tips for finding your dream school.

1

Don’t rush the process While it may seem like you’re doing things at the last minute, you have until the end of the summer to make a final decision at most colleges. Just keep up with the necessary paperwork for each school so you don’t have to play catchup when you do make your decision.

SPRING 2015

2

3 4 5

Stay true to yourself Don’t choose a school because it’s your dad’s alma matter or because your bf or gf goes there. Your future begins with you; this is your journey, so put your wants and needs first when choosing a school.

Make sure the school can benefit you You’ll be spending countless hours and dollars on your education. Make sure the school you want to attend can provide you with the exact education you want and provides opportunities for you to grow outside of the classroom (study abroad, extracurriculars). Think about why you’re going to school, and make the best decision for where you want to be in four years.

Revisit each school on your list Think back to why you applied to the school. Was it because you are a fan of their football team? Does an older friend go there? Try to eliminate any biases you may have and visit the campus with a critical eye. Can you see yourself eating at the cafeteria, reading on the quad or sitting in the student section for basketball games?

Meet professors in your intended field Perhaps when you meet the Business professors for the first time, you really see yourself enjoying their classes or maybe they turn you off from the discipline entirely.

Make sure the professors are people you think you can learn from and talk to. A good professor can make all the difference in your education.

6

7

college bound

Compare financial aid packages While money shouldn’t be the only factor you base your decision on, sometimes it can help narrow down your list. Sometimes, you simply cannot afford a school even with grants and scholarships.

Talk about what’s holding you back If you haven’t made a decision by now, something is holding you back. Are you not impressed with any of the schools you applied to? This school could be your home for the next four years, so it’s important to feel comfortable there. Figure out what’s holding you back from deciding. If you feel like you’re going to make a decision simply so you have somewhere to go, then take a step back and look at other options. Is it too late to apply elsewhere? Is there a community college nearby you could attend until you find a school that fits your needs? Are you interested in working or traveling for a semester or two? Would you be happier learning a useful trade? You aren’t bound to choosing a school right now if it isn’t the best option for you.

Your College Checklists March-May

»»Apply for student housing

»»Make a final decision

»»Apply for a campus job

»»Verify your financial aid

»»Verify your schedule

»»Send your final transcripts to your college

»»Choose a meal plan

»»Prepare for your AP exams and complete your AP tests before summer

»»Make a budget for the school year

Summer

»»Work a summer job to accrue spending money »»Attend your college’s summer orientation

»»Purchase text books

»»Contact roommate to see who is bringing larger items like TV, microwave, fridge »»Work on memorizing your social security number »»Talk with parents about how your health insurance works

5

6 college bound

SPRING 2015

a parent’s role: helping your senior by stevie croisant

I

t’s crunch time. Soon your son or daughter will be walking across the stage receiving their high school diploma. Where has the time gone?

Even though you’ve been helping them fill out college applications and taking them on college visits, it’s hard to believe their high school journey is really drawing to an end.

As a parent, you can take many roles in helping your child prepare for college, and these are tips for what you can do to make your senior’s transition as smooth as possible.

Ask your student why he wants to attend college. Help figure out goals and aspirations and make sure they are taking this step for themselves and not for you.

If you haven’t already, work together to apply for financial aid. Whether or not you’re helping your child pay for college, the financial aid process can be frustrating and confusing for both of you. Make sure you meet any necessary deadlines and call the financial aid office at the school when you run into problems or have questions.

If your child still hasn’t picked a school, take them on a final round of college visits. Tag along, because you’ll be sure to ask questions they won’t think of.

Help your child with the school selection process. They may be at a loss choosing the right school and practical advice from a parent never hurts--just don’t be upset if their first choice is different than yours.

Complete paperwork together. Once he or she has accepted a college, there will be tuition deposits, medical records to send and other necessary paperwork to complete and mail back.

If they don’t know already, now is the time to make sure your high schooler can cook, do laundry, take care of themselves when sick and manage money.

Talk to your child realistically about drinking, drugs and sex. It won’t be an easy conversation, but your honesty will go a long way. Telling them to avoid it altogether or to do what they want won’t influence them.

Instead talk to them about the dangers of drinking and driving, binge drinking, the physical and mental effects of partaking in illegal drugs, the dangers of STDs and what to do if ever in a situation where they feel sexually abused or harassed.

Offer support. While this is an exciting time for your senior, it can also be stressful.

They’re entering unknown territory, and the best way to calm their fears is to let them know you support their aspirations.

It’s okay to not know the answer, and if you feel like you can’t help your students, then teach them how to get help. Whether it’s a high school guidance counselor or an advisor at their future school, help lead them in the right direction when you no longer know how to help.

SPRING 2015

college bound

7

MAKING THE MOST

of your last semester

of HIGH SCHOOL by stevie croisant

In only a few months,

you’ll be donning your graduation cap and gown. Whether you’ve been dying to get out of your high school for the past four years or you’re not ready to let go of all the fond memories, with only two months left of high school, it’s never too late to start making the most of it. An acceptance letter isn’t an invitation to slack off, and while you still have things like prom and the big game on your agenda, now is really a time where you should be taking advantage of everything high school has to offer you.

Learn how to be independent Step outside of your comfort zone and take on more personal responsibilities. Mom won’t be at college to drag you out of bed, so take charge of your own time management.

Don’t miss the deadlines Don’t allow yourself to be caught in the sticky trap of senioritis. Learn to stay focused on your current classes and responsibilities.

You still have deadlines to meet, a GPA to worry about and a college search to continue. Colleges reserve the right to change their

admissions decisions, so maintaining good grades is still essential.

Savor your final days Don’t be so focused on leaving your sleepy town and counting down the days until graduation that you take your last months at high school for granted. After this semester, many of your friends will be headed in different directions. Use this time to spend some late nights with your BFFs. Know that balance is key. Take breaks to recharge and have fun with your friends, but don’t let your schoolwork slip by the wayside.

COLLEGES RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THEIR ADMISSIONS DECISIONS, SO MAINTAINING GOOD GRADES IS STILL ESSENTIAL.

WE DESIGN TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE At Northwest Nazarene University, students use their education in science and technology to love God and neighbor.

Last summer one of the senior engineering teams delivered their originally designed walking rehabilitation machine to a paraplegic friend who plans to use it to help her regain the use of her legs.

Read the story at nnu.edu/transformed.

Apply today at love.nnu.edu 1250471

8 college bound

SPRING 2015

IDEAL

ELEV ATION

The Ideal Elevation for stellar academics, closeknit community, local and global service outreach, and life in Montana’s great outdoors.

degrees

training

anywhere

ED RANK

transfer

in-class

online

Education at the Speed of Life! klamathcc.edu | 541.880.2212

#1

greek life

SPRING 2015

college bound

9

by stevie croisant

G

reek Life is a completely foreign concept when you’re in high school.

Forget everything you’ve learned from TV or the movies--it’s really nothing like that when you actually get there. Take it from me, as a former member of one of the oldest women’s fraternities in the United States, I can give you the ins and outs of Greek Life.

First of all, the lingo will drive you crazy until you learn it. As a freshmen, you’re invited to “parties” with other “PNMs” to hopefully get a “bid” so you can become a “pledge.”

But wait a second; how do you even know if Greek Life is something you want to pursue?

The answer to that question is entirely up to you.

The major benefit of joining a fraternity or sorority is the networking you will gain both in and out of college. Knowing someone can make all the difference between you and the guy sitting next to you at a job interview after graduation. Greek organizations also have philanthropies--I know, another big word. Basically, it means community service.

Throw out the notion of wild parties every weekend and bruises from hazing that Hollywood has instilled in your brain. Yes, sure, universities like Syracuse and Purdue have recently made headlines for

hazing practices, but many fraternities and sororities participate in National Hazing Prevention Week.

At the very worst, Greek Life can be cliquey, make you feel like you’re paying to have friends or haze (in which case, it should be reported). At its best, Greek Life is a way to build life-long friendships and make the most of your college days through activities like Greek Week, philanthropy events or formals.

Here’s what you’ll most likely see during your first semester as a PNM (potential new member, in case you hadn’t caught on yet).

The first week of classes usually signifies Rush Week or Formal Recruitment. For guys, this is a bit more informal, but for girls, this can be the craziest week of your college career. Parties are a way for you to find out about each campuses’ Greek organizations by meeting the members, discovering their philanthropy, seeing their house and learning their values.

GREEK LIFE CONTINUED ON PG 10

10 college bound

SPRING 2015

START YOUR FUTURE NOW

GREEK LIFE CONTINUED FROM PG 9

at College of Cosmetology We can make your dreams a reality in 4-15 months. At College of Cosmetology you will receive hands on education and the skills you need for a rewarding career.

Financial Aid available for those who qualify.

Learn more and

APPLY TODAY

VISIT: COLLEGEOFCOS.COM FIND US ON:

COLLEGE OF COSMETOLOGY 357 E. Main Street, Klamath Falls, OR 541.882.6644 • CollegeOfCos.com All work completed by students under licensed instructor supervision

The College of Cosmetology is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Services(NACCAS)

At its best, Greek Life is a way to build life-long friendships and make the most of your college days through activities like Greek Week, philanthropy events or formals.

your classroom your lab your playground

UAS is an AA/EO institution

facebook.com/UASJUNEAU

www.uas.alaska.edu

Each chapter has a certain quota to fill, so while you may have your heart set on a certain chapter, they are meeting other students and only give out bids to the students they think will fit in with their chapter.

Rush Week is the official process for new members to join the organization, and it can be tough if you don’t receive an invite back to a party, don’t receive a bid (your invitation to join) or receive multiple bids.

After you’ve accepted a bid, you are now a pledge, meaning you have not been initiated yet. You will learn more about your chapter at this point, but you won’t learn the secrets of the sisterhood--or brotherhood-until initiation.

Initiation is a ritual, and while movies have spun this term to illicit thoughts of hooded members holding candles making blindfolded new members recite promises and drink mysterious liquids, initiation is, in fact, a process that teaches you the secrets of your pledged organization and allows bonding time with your new brothers or sisters.

The initiation ritual ends with you receiving a pin signifying your membership and commitment to the organization.

What you’ll realize most about Greek Life, beyond all the formalities, is that each chapter is different. Some chapters spend their Saturdays hosting open mic nights while others make a reputation for themselves as the party house. Many seem like an extension of the high school cliques you tried desperately to get away from while others log so many community service hours you wonder how they have time for anything else.

Greek Life is new to you. Just know that you won’t understand everything right away.

Be careful and smart in your decision making. Joining these organizations isn’t cheap, but if you truly find a group of people you belong with, then your new fraternity will feel like your home away from home for the next four years.

SPRING 2015

SAVING FOR

COLLEGE

college bound 11

DEPOSIT & TRANSFER COMPLETE. NOW BACK TO CLASS...

College comes with a hefty price tag; it’s true, but the price tag that colleges advertise doesn’t have to be the price you actually pay. With federal student aid, scholarships and work study available, there are many ways to bring down those college costs.

»»Rumor has it that staying in state is one way to save money, and while that holds true for public state universities, it usually isn’t the case at private schools that want to bump up their out-ofstate numbers and offer scholarships for those students. »»Attending your local community college first will help you save thousands of dollars, but if it doesn’t offer the kind of education you want, then don’t feel like community college is your only option. You can always take community college classes for credit in high school to accrue credits early. »»Look local for scholarships. Small scholarships from your hometown or county are usually less competitive. »»If you haven’t already, fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Don’t make assumptions that your family won’t qualify for need-based aid. Factors like having more than one student in college at the same time can swing the numbers in your favor. »»After you’ve made your final decision, call your college’s financial aid office and ask if there is any additional financial aid available. Often, they will cancel the awards given to students who chose a different school and financial aid directors will have the ability to regive that aid. »»Look into work-study. FAFSA-awarded work-study packages give you a specific amount of money to work on campus.

Even if you aren’t offered a work-study package, you can still apply for a job on or off campus during the school-year. Positions like resident assistant, teaching assistant or campus tour guide can often help add a bit to your income.

Mobile Website

Mobile App

Text Banking

Opportunity Bank TM

O F M O N TA N A

opportunitybank.com Bozeman ATM Locations 1455 W. Oak St (406) 587-7711

5 W. Mendenhall (406) 586-2309

Rosauer’s Supermarket 3255 Technology Blvd

12 college bound

SPRING 2015

TIPS YOU SHOULD

KNOW BEFORE

COLLEGE } } }

Academics »»Skipping class is a waste of your money and opportunity to learn. »»Talk to your profs outside of class. »»It’s ok to change your major. »»Study abroad. »»It’s fine to transfer to a different school. »»Keep up with the reading. »»Learn how to study. »»Find a good place on campus to study. It doesn’t just have to be the library.

Why Mont

ONE OF THE TOP PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES FOR GRADUATES RETURN ON INVESTMENT The Wall Street Journal

2015 military friendly school Victory Media

6th TOP COLLEGE IN THE NATION FOR HIGHEST STARTING SALARIES The Washington Post

} }

Montana Tech possesses an internationally esteemed, century the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplin toward success. Our students learn in state-of-the-art facilit

one of america's 650 top colleges Forbes

#1 Montana College for Best Lifetime ROI AffordableCollegesOnline.Org

mtech.edu 1.800.445.8324

SPRING 2015

Social Life »»Your first roommate probably won’t end up being your BFF. »»Sleep, study or party. Pick two. Note: If you chose sleep and party, your college career will be a short one.

Sleep

»»Be open and honest with your roommate. Communication is key to problem solving.

»»You will take plenty of naps. »»It’s a good day if you actually get the recommended eight hours.

»»Buy extra-long sheets for your mattress and flip flops for the shower.

Exercise

»»Breaking up with your high school SO isn’t the end of the world.

»»Workout. You’re about to embark on a four year diet of pizza and ramen.

»»Befriend someone with a car. »»Leave your dorm room. Don’t skip out on stuff to watch Netflix. »»Explore the city or town your college is located in. Don’t just stay on campus. »»Try out clubs you weren’t a part of in high school. »»But then again, don’t overload yourself with extracurriculars.

tana Tech?

2015 best western college The Princeton Review

Be in demand

y-old tradition of excellence in higher education. Specializing in nes, any field of study you choose at Montana Tech will lead you ties performing hands-on work relevant to today’s industries.

A TOP TEN UNIVERSITy FOR HIGHEST EARNING ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE DEGREES NerdScholar.com

12th Best baccalaureate college in the nation Washington Monthly Magazine

college bound 13

} }

a top ten mining college Mining Global

23rd best public school and the 66th overall Money Magazine

} } }

14 college bound

SPRING 2015

a highschooler's guide

to college slang by stevie croisant

RAs/Hrs: Resident Assistants and Head Residents. These are the people who know the ins and outs of your dorm hall and most of campus. They can also bust you for breaking dorm hall rules or get you into your room if you forgot your keys.

TAs: Teaching assistants. At larger schools they may take the place of a professor. At smaller schools, they'll help out in labs or offer tutoring assistance.

Credit Hours: The number of hours assigned to a specific class.

This is usually the number of hours you're in class each week. The number of credit hours you enroll in determines your status as a full or parttime student. Credit hours are usually 1-4 hours but can sometimes be longer (usually for labs).

All-nighters: This is what happens when you procrastinate and realize you have a big test or assignment due the next day and stay up all night to finish it.

GPA Killer: A test that' so hard you know it's going to bring your grade down.

GDI: Students not in Greek life known as goshdarn-independents or at some schools Gamma Delta Iota (a made up frat).

Academic Probation: If you don't maintain the minimum GPA required by your school, you'll end up on AP for a semester.

Cram session: Studying the day before a big test. Usually involves friends, pizza and lots of unnecessary breaks.

DTR: Define the relationship

Freshmen 15: The weight that many freshmen find they gain because they're used to healthy home cooked meals instead of microwavable pasta and greasy pizza every night.

15 minute rule: If your professor is 15 minutes late to class, then the standard rule is you can leave and class is canceled for the day.

Pizza pirating: Those friends who eat pizza and didn't pitch in on the bill.

Playing house: Dating couples who basically live together.

NCMO: Non committal make out

Dues: A certain amount you need to pay when joining a club Floorcest: A romantic relationship with someone from your residence hall's floor FOMO: Fear of missing out Ace: To pass a test of exam relatively easily Sexiled: Kicked out of your room when your roomie has a friend over Alumni: People who have graduated from your school.

SPRING 2015

Audit: With the approval of the instructor, students can take courses without receiving credit.

Bachelor's Degree: An undergraduate degree offered by four-year colleges and universities. Usually requires 100120 credit hours of coursework.

Associate's Degree: Granted upon completion of a program, at least two years, but less than four years of college work.

Bookstore: A good place to find books, art supplies and other course materials you may need. Also if you've been dying to sport a university t-shirt, this is the place you'd find one.

Business Office: Responsible for all financial transactions of the institution. A good place to go if you have questions about your tuition.

Course Numbers: Classes are identified by 3 or 4 numbers. The first digit is the class year (ex: 101 would be a first year class). The middle numbers usually identify the course within the subject (important for the school, not you). The last number usually indicates the number of credit hours the course carries.

Degree Requirements: Usually includes a minimum number of credit hours, a required GPA, prereq and elective course classes needed in order to earn your degree.

Department: Responsible for the academic functions in a certain field of study. Ex: the Philosophy department.

Finals: The worst week of the semester. It's also the last week of the semester and happen on different dates and times than your regularly scheduled class. You cannot skip out on studying for these.

Midterms: Kind of like a final only it happens halfway through the semester. They're usually only slightly easier than a final exam.

Greek Life: Fraternities are for guys and sororities are for girls. Through a process of mutual selection, called Rush, members of these organizations ask students to pledge to a certain frat or sorority.

Humanities: Classes covering subjects like literature, philosophy, history and the fine arts.

Major/Minor: A major is your chosen field of study. It requires a completion of a specific number of credit hours within that discipline. A minor is a secondary field of study that requires less credit hours in that discipline.

Registrar: This office is responsible for the maintenance of academic records, so things like class enrollment, certification of athletic eligibility, honor roll eligibility, administering probations and suspensions and the verification of completion of degree requirements for graduation.

college bound 15

Undergrad: A student pursuing a one, two or four year degree.

Matriculation: The formal process of entering a university.

Some institutions will even have a ceremony for freshmen on their first day on campus in the fall.

Office Hours: Times set aside by profs or TAs for students to visit their offices to ask questions, receive help or discuss class material.

Gen eds: Classes that you must take that give you a basic knowledge on a variety of topics. Usually these are 101 or 110 classes that you can knock out your first two years of school.

Dean's List: A college's version of the honor roll.

D-Hall or Caf: Terms for places you use your meal tickets at to eat breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Meal Tickets: When entering a school dinning hall, you scan your ID, which then subtracts a meal from your weekly meal plan.

Meal Plan: At the beginning of the semester, sign up for a meal plan that will allow you to eat at campus dinning a certain amount of times each week.

Prereqs: A prerequisite course must be taken in preparation of another course. For example, you have to take Econ 200 before you can take Econ 220.

16 college bound

SPRING 2015

taking the sat & act By now, the SAT or ACT

could be the very least of your worries or it could be at the top of your priority list.

For seniors, you’ve probably already forgotten about this test unless you’ve decided to retake it.

Juniors, in a few short weeks, you’ll be anxiously awaiting your scores.

Whether it’s your first time taking the test or you’ve filled in your fair share of ovals, here are a few tips for helping you feel prepared.

Equip yourself On the night before, gather everything you’ll need for the test: No. 2 pencils, your admission ticket, your ID, a calculator and a snack.

Don’t cram Understand there is no good way to study for a standardized test.

These tests measure everything you’ve been taught, and there’s no sense staying up late to cram study.

Get a good night’s sleep and wake up confident and ready.

Dress in layers.

Testing rooms are often cold, but the pressure can make you feel hot.

Wear a few layers that are easy to take on and off.

Don’t spend too much time on a single question Each question is worth the same amount of points. If you find yourself thinking about an answer for too long, move on and come back to it later if you have extra time.

Also note that questions become more difficult as you go through each section.

Don’t leave any blanks on the ACT You don’t lose any points for a wrong answer on the ACT, so if

you left some spots blank, go back and fill in an oval anyway. First, eliminate choices you know are wrong, but only correct answers count toward your score. On the SAT, you currently lose one-quarter of a point for each incorrect answer, but that policy will change for the 2016 spring tests.

Use free mobile apps in the meantime

Apps like ACT Question of the Day, ACTStudent, SATLadder and SAT Up can help you study.

Discover Greatness

Rhodes National Champions 7 Scholars 22 since 2011 NFL Truman, Marshall & 4 Players 14 Goldwater Scholars State America’s Happiest Students # 3 Governors 12 The Princeton Review

Prize 1 Pulitzer Winner Award 1 Academy Winner # College in Idaho 1 Forbes Magazine

collegeofidaho.edu 1247590

SPRING 2015

America’s Top Math and Science Professors

Stuart Boersma

�ongratulation�!

Michael Jackson

Dominic Klyve

college bound 17

Are AT CenTrAl WAShingTon UniverSiTy

We TeACh.

Learn. do. Live. • www.cwu.edu CWU is an AA/EEO/Title IX Institution. For accommodation e-mail: DS@cwu.edu

1247731 College15 GP

#IdahoState

I CHOSE HANDS-ON UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

I CHOSE ISU BRETT BROWNFIELD LAKEWOOD, COLORADO

Discover your future at isu.edu/future Pocatello | Idaho Falls | Meridian | Twin Falls

Bruce Palmquist

CWU specializes in teaching science, igniting curiosity about and discovering new talent for science and math. Students partner with faculty on research that makes science and math exciting and relevant. One-to-one attention from faculty, who specialize in teaching, makes these challenging fields accessible to students from all walks of life.

Anne Egger

dominic KLyve, National Distinguished Teaching Award, Mathematical Association of America Stuart BoerSma, Mathematical Association of America Distinguished Teaching Award michaeL JacKSon, American Association of Physics Teachers Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Physics Teaching anne egger, Science magazine Prize for Inquiry-Based Instruction Bruce PaLmquiSt, National Physics Teacher Education Coalition exclusive grant to support innovation in physics teaching

18 college bound

SPRING 2015

college what it all costs Top Expenses:

Differences in Tuition

(all averages)

(all averages)

»»Tuition: $20,992 (4 year colleges)

»»In state: 12K/yr

»»Room and Board: $10,496 (4 year colleges)

»»Out of state: 23K/yr

»»Food and Meal Plan: $9,205 »»Entertainment: $3,016 (clothes, personal items, transportation, entertainment) »»Books and Supplies: $1,195

»»Private: 33K/yr »»Trade: 8K/yr »»Community College: 4K/yr »»Online: 8K/yr

Avoiding the Debt:

How to Save:

»»20 million students attend college each year

»»Rent Books: Save ~ $622

»»70 percent of students borrow to cover costs

»»Ride a Bike: Save ~ $960

»»66 percent graduate with some kind of debt »»2 out of every 5 borrowers will be delinquent in first five years

»»Find a Job: Save ~ $2,800

AAbrand is is beginning.

It’sIt’s exciting.

AndAnd a little scary. brandnew newchapter chapter beginning. exciting. a little scary.

A brand chapter is beginning. exciting. a little scary.

A brand newnew chapter is beginning.

It’s It’s exciting.

AndAnd a little scary.

We’re aa community credit union andand we’re here to support our our We’re community credit union we’re here to support new college students, members and non-members alike.

We’re a community credit union and we’re here to support We’re a community credit union and we’re here to support our new college students, members and non-members alike. our college students, members non-members alike. newnew college students, members and and non-members alike.

Members – existing and new: Members – existing and new: – all existing and new: Members –with existing and new: • •Members Help with all things financial at our Ellensburg branch Help things financial at our Ellensburg branch Help with all things financial at Ellensburg our Ellensburg branch • Help with allaccess things financial at our branch • •24/7 ATM 24/7 ATM access • 24/7 access • 24/7 ATMATM access Non-member services: Non-member services: ® ® services: Non-member services: Shared Branching (with participating CO-OP credit union partners) credit union partners) • •Non-member Shared Branching (with participating CO-OP ® ® • Shared Branching (with participating CO-OP credit union partners) • Shared Branching (with participating CO-OP credit union partners) 24/7 ATM access • 24/7 ATM access • 24/7 access • 24/7 ATMATM access you don’t see what you need do our If Ifyou don’t see what you need on on thethe list,list, justjust askask andand we’llwe’ll do our If you don’t see what you need on the list, ask just and ask and do our If you don’t see what you need on the list, just we’llwe’ll do our best to help.

That’s what friends are for. best to help. That’s what friends are for. to help.

That’s friends are for. bestbest to help.

That’s whatwhat friends are for.

You’ll find us in Munson Hall at 604 E University Way. You’ll find in Munson Hall 604 University Way.Way. You’ll find in Munson Hall at 604 E University You’ll find usus inus Munson Hall atat604 EEUniversity Way.

wsecu.org | 800.562.0999 wsecu.org wsecu.org wsecu.org | 800.562.0999 | 800.562.0999 | 800.562.0999

1251288 College.15 GP

SPRING 2015

college bound 19

ROCKY.EDU

FRESHMEN

Trustee..................$14,000 Presidential...........$11,000 Dean’s.....................$9,000

MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Trustee...................$11,000 Presidential...........$10,000 Dean’s.....................$7,000 RMC Grant............$5,000

Apply online at ROCKY.EDU and the application fee is waived.

OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS - 1511 Poly Dr - Billings, MT 59102 - 1.800.87.ROCKY

S TUDENT SPOTLIGHT

ENGINEERS WITHOUT BORDERS: “Our current international effort is a slow-sand water filtration system in Hanga, Tanzania, which will bring thousands of people clean water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning, with all of the associated health benefits.” - Patrick

“I just wanted to say how proud and happy we are that Patrick found and chose Oregon Tech! His years there have been a great experience for him (and us).” ~ Sally Oswald, mother of Patrick Oswald

TANZANIA, AFRICA

Patrick Oswald

EWB-USA Oregon Tech, Student Chapter Vice-President

Oregon Tech challenges students intellectually, provides life experiences that help them grow as a person, and sets them up for a successful career in terms of both getting hired and having the skills to contribute on the job.

CLASS OF 201 5 Renewable Energy Engineering, (Bachelor of Science)

an equal-opportunity institution.

Get fired up and ignite your career potential.

Talk to an Oregon Tech Admissions Counselor today at (541) 8851150, or visit us online:

www.oit.edu/collegebound Hands-on education for real-world achievement.

20 college bound

SPRING 2015

mastering the skills

like mom

HOW TO LIVE ON YOUR OWN

by stevie croisant

B

e grateful that for 18 years, Mom has been there to wash and dry your clothes, take you to the doctor when you got the flu and make delicious home-cooked meals for dinner every night. As nice as that was, it’s time to step up and learn to master Mom’s skills, because she won’t be visiting your dorm room every week to tell you to clean up after yourself.

Laundry »»Time Required: 1.5 hours »»Supplies Needed: Detergent, dirty clothes, dryer sheets (optional), laundry basket, quarters (or scannable student ID)

Here’s How:

E

LIN BOISE » NAMPA » ON

The easiest way to do laundry is to separate your whites from your colors (just stick to the basics as a college student). Quarters add up, so 1250009

SPRING 2015

if you don’t feel like separating lights from darks, it’s ok as long as you wash with cold water and don’t mind your whites taking on a pink or blue tinge after a few washes. When you’re filling the washing machine, don’t overfill it or squish clothes in. Next, put in enough soap for one load. Now, set the temperature. A good rule to follow: darks need cold water, lights need warm and sheets and towels should use hot water.

Now you’re ready to hit start. After about half an hour, your laundry should be washed. Separate clothes that shouldn’t go in the dryer (anything that shrinks, bras, fancy clothes, etc) and put the rest in the dryer.

You can even add a dryer sheet if you’d like to help prevent static cling.

When your clothes are done drying, be sure to clean the lint filter or you may contribute to starting a fire. Set a timer before each load. If you leave your clothes in the machine for too long and there’s a wait, antsy dorm mates may remove your clothes to make room for theirs.

college bound 21

Here’s How:

When you get tired of cafeteria food and ordering pizza, you’re going to need some cooking skills. When cooking meat, cook chicken and ground beef until it’s cooked through. Cook pork until there’s a touch of pink left and cook steak however rare you prefer.

Easy Scramble (10 minutes): Throw two or three eggs into a greased pan with whatever chopped veggies and pre-cooked meat you have. Stir and when the eggs are a bit runny, take the pan off the heat.

Scrimp Scampi (10 minutes): You’ll need some peeled and deveined shrimp, butter, garlic, onion, lime, chicken stock and pasta. Boil water for the pasta. In a pan, melt two tablespoons of butter and add diced onions and garlic and stir. Add shrimp and stir until cooked. Add some lime juice and half a cup of chicken broth. Put the pasta in the boiling water and drain when cooked. Mix cooked pasta with the skillet and enjoy.

Cooking »»Time Required: 10 minutes »»Supplies Needed: a cooking pot and pan, spatula, knife, your dorm’s kitchen

SKILLS LIKE MOM CONTINUED ON PG 22

22 college bound

SPRING 2015

SKILLS LIKE MOM CONTINUED FROM PG 21

Cleaning »»Time Required: An hour every week »»Supplies Needed: Cleaning cloths, broom and dustpan, soap, garbage can

Here’s How:

First, turn up some music to help make it fun. An easy way to keep from procrastinating on the cleaning list is to assign half of the tasks to your roommate. Make a list that includes things like cleaning out the mini fridge (throwing away old food and wiping down the shelves), washing any dirty dishes, wiping out the microwave, changing your sheets, sweeping the floor, wiping off desks and other surfaces, and picking up clothes piles.

Just be glad you’re still an underclassmen and probably don’t have a bathroom and kitchen to take care of…yet.

lots of fluids. Shoot for the minimum of nine cups per day. Soups, teas, fruit juices and sports drinks are good options other than water. Know that it’s ok to miss class. Notify your professor ahead of time and take a mental day to relax and sleep it off. If you’re still not getting better, call Mom and talk about your symptoms.

Moms usually know best, and she may recommend another day of rest or she may tell you to get to the doctor. Your school’s infirmary may be the best place to start for anything health-related. They’ll recommend you to a specialist or hospital visit if you need it.

Basic Car Maintenance »»Time Required: 10 minutes

When you’re ill »»Time Required: Can Vary »»Supplies Needed: A doctor’s appointment, your health insurance card, soup, water, lots of rest, Tylenol, bandaids, cough drops

Here’s How:

Getting sick is inevitable, and while you can eat healthy and rest up in the mean time, when sickness hits, it’s good to know how to take care of yourself. Always be prepared and have the basics already in your room. Making a run to the pharmacy when you’re too sick to go to class isn’t fun. Treat fevers with Tylenol and drink

»»Supplies: Tire pressure gauge, extra quart of oil, paper towels, and a gift card to an auto supply store

Here’s How:

Your car won’t magically take care of itself.

Get in the habit of regular car maintenance. Start by doing these three things on every other fill-up. Clean your windshield, check your tire pressure (fill when needed) and check the oil level (fill when needed).

Know that you should change the oil every 3,000 miles, change the air filter annually and rotate your tires every 5-10,000 miles.

Doing things like checking the radiator fluid and topping off the windshield wiper fluid should also be done.

SPRING 2015

college bound 23

THIS IS WHERE YOUR FUTURE BEGINS

1250741

The world-class education at the University of Idaho goes way beyond the classroom. Whether enjoying our vibrant community or exploring the outdoors, students are inspired by art, music, adventure and natural beauty. That's why Livability.com just named Moscow one of the Top 10 Best College Towns in the nation.

Find your passion today at: uidaho.edu/degree-finder

24 college bound

SPRING 2015