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200 Years of Excellence In the Classroom. In the Field. Across the Globe.

Undergraduate research is a hallmark of the Allegheny College experience, with nearly one million dollars invested in exploration and discovery each year.

For nearly 200 years, each and every Allegheny graduate has completed a significant piece of independent research known as the “Senior Comp.”

The results are as varied as the disciplines that produce them, and, for many, this comprehensive project is a pivotal experience that stretches perceived boundaries and defines one’s life calling.

What will you discover at Allegheny?

allegheny.edu/visit 800-521-5293 • Meadville, PA

Professor Ron Mumme and Mike Vlah ’13 team up to study the effects of plumage pattern on the foraging behavior of the Hooded Warbler.

Current student research includes topics such as: • Terrestrial Insect Diversity • Eye Tracking Investigation • Technology and State Building • Corporatizing Global Health

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FALL OPEN HOUSE Tuesday,Oct. 22nd 5-8pm Saturday,Oct. 26th 9am-1pm @ ALL THREE CAMPUSES

• We offer Bachelor’s and Associate’s degree programs

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that can lead to a great future in growing fields like healthcare, business, technology, design, the legal field and more.

Financial Aid and Scholarships are available for those who qualify.

Day, evening and online classes available.

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Buffalo Orchard Park Amherst

1.866.641.9957 Bryant & Stratton College Personal Education. Lifetime Success.® Since 1854

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Bryant & Stratton College FoCuSeS on Student employaBility

What should you get out of a college education?

Life lessons? Certainly.

A broadened world view? Of course. But how about employability? Shouldn’t a college provide you with the education you need to start a good career, and also give you the skills you need to thrive in that career? One area college does all that–and more.

For over 150 years Bryant & Stratton College has been helping people throughout Western New York become employable. They start out by developing degree programs in industries that are hiring: from healthcare, business and technology; to

hospitality, design and the legal field. But that’s just the beginning. The way Bryant & Stratton College helps their students reach their full potential and achieve career success is what sets them apart from other area colleges.

From their first day on campus, Bryant & Stratton College students begin learning the skills and proficiencies they’ll need to effectively perform the technical functions in their degree program. But they also develop vital tools to find, maintain and advance their career at any stage in their life: they learn to use Optimal Resume, they build

a professional portfolio, and they acquire the critically important “soft skills” employers demand today. These include the fundamentals: writing proficiency, mathematics, listening and speaking competencies; as well as the skills you’ll need to be a valuable employee, like problem-solving, decision-making, ideagenerating and others.

In addition to teaching these important skills, Bryant & Stratton College also helps students develop the personal qualities that are essential for both academic and career success, like integrity, responsibility and self-esteem.

It’s this total package — a well-rounded education with a strong career focus — that helps differentiate Bryant & Stratton College from other colleges, and more importantly, can help you start the career you want, and advance in that career over time.

For more information, come to Bryant & Stratton College’s Fall Open House Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. or Saturday, Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at all three campuses. Or call the campus nearest you: Amherst: 716-6256300; Buffalo: 716-8849120; Orchard Park: 716-677-9500.

101 BRYANT & STRATTON COLLEGE Amherst: 3650 Millersport Highway Buffalo: 465 Main Street, 4th Floor Orchard Park: Sterling Park, 200 Redtail 1-866-641-9957 Degrees offered: Business, Technology, Healthcare, Design and the Legal field Enrollment: In the fall of 2012, Bryant & Stranton College enrolled approximately 1,771 undergraduate students.

For information on application deadlines, tuition, and financial aid, visit www.bryantstratton.edu

new manuFaCturing CertiFiCate oFFered at JCC

Jamestown Community College began offering a new credit certificate program in industrial equipment technology this fall.

According to Michael Weaver, JCC’s director of engineering science and technology, the interdisciplinary certificate program helps support the needs of local industries for trained personnel.

“Employer need for this program was determined through a survey of manufacturers and facilities in Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Warren counties, and evaluation of previous non-credit offerings,” Weaver said.

“The certificate prepares students with the necessary interdisciplinary background to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment used in a manufacturing or facilities environment,” Weaver said. “Students who complete the program successfully will be well

qualified for entry-level positions in industrial maintenance and manufacturing jobs.

“Job titles may include industrial electrician, industrial machinery mechanic, installation technician, industrial technician, and building maintenance mechanic,” Weaver added. “The certificate will also allow personnel presently employed by industry to obtain a credential showing basic competence in the skills necessary for advancement.”

The program core includes basic foundations of automation systems used in advanced manufacturing and facilities maintenance.

Courses emphasize the fundamentals of AC/ DC electricity, programmable logic controllers, electric motors and controls, hydraulics and pneumatics, manual and CNC machining, and welding.

Courses in machine theory, electricity, and welding provide an introduction to specific areas that are important

101 JAmESTOwN COmmuNiTY COLLEGE Jamestown Campus 525 Falconer St., P.O. Box 20, Jamestown, NY 14702

The new certificate program in industrial equipment technology is among the offerings at Jamestown Community College’s Manufacturing Technology Institute in Jamestown. for overall understanding of the industrial equipment field. In addition, students will develop skills in mathematics and writing appropriate to this type of work.

“Graduates of this program will have developed skills necessary to either gain employment or enhance career opportunities,” noted Jean Schrader, assistant dean of JCC’s science, technology, engineering, and mathematics division. “After receiving the certificate, students may

choose to continue their education by completing additional coursework toward an associate’s degree. This certificate will ladder partially into the A.A.S. mechanical technology degree and fully into the A.A.S. individual studies degree.”

Information on the certificate, as well as courses that can be taken during the summer as part of the program, can be obtained by contacting Weaver at 716.338.1328.

JCC North County Center 10807 Bennett Rd., Dunkirk, NY 14048

Cattaraugus County JCCA Warren Center Curwen Building, Campus Second Floor, 260 North Union St., N. Warren, PA 16365 P.O. Box 5901, Olean, NY 14760 ADMISSIONS: www.sunyjcc.edu TUITION: $2,110 per semester (full-time, NYS resident) $4,220 per semester (full time, non-resident)

ence, Fine Arts: Music, Fine Arts: Studio Arts, Human Services, Industrial Equipment Technology, Information Technology, Liberal Arts, Mechanical Technology, Medical Office Technology, Nursing, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Office Technology, Physical Education Studies, Professional Piloting, Web Design, Welding Technology

MOST POPULAR MAJORS: Biotechnology, Business, Communication, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Digital/ Computer Technology, Early Childhood Development, Engineering Science, APPLICATION COST: $0 Environmental Sci-

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Brain power: Baldwin wallaCe neuroSCienCe program reCognized internationally

The international Society for Neuroscience (SfN) has named Baldwin Wallace University’s neuroscience program its Undergraduate Program-of-the-Year, recognizing BW’s multidisciplinary program as an innovative role model of “excellence in educating neuroscientists.

“BW’s program has risen to a place of international distinction through the hard work of many people across campus, especially emeritus professor and founding neuroscience chair, Dr. Andrew Mickley,” said BW president Robert C. Helmer. "We’re also

pleased that the success of the students enrolled in our program offers continual evidence of BW’s highly effective approach.”

“What really seemed to impress the selection committee was the 3-step peer mentoring program that engages everyone who's involved in neuroscience at BW,” said Mickley “It provides a very special bond between groups of students working in faculty labs, as well as bonds between students and faculty. These are career-long relationships that last well beyond BW graduation.”

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All neuroscience undergraduates at BW benefit from research opportunities right from the start, and often publish papers, present at international scientific conferences and win federally funded internships at leading universities.

Those who have applied to graduate programs or medical school have enjoyed a remarkable 95 percent overall acceptance rate.

The BW neuroscience program began as a minor in 1995 with a major first offered in 2000. The curriculum, which blends psychology, biology and chemistry courses, is research-intensive and all students are required to produce an empirically based senior thesis.

“Neuroscience is advancing our understanding of the human brain and human health” says Dr. Jacqueline Morris, director of BW’s neuroscience program.

“The growth in the discipline provides a variety of professional and educational opportunities for Neuroscience graduates. We’re pleased that SfN selected BW for this honor and recognized the program's innovative approaches to neuroscience education and research.”

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101 BALdwiN wALLACE uNivERSiTY Berea, Ohio, just 20 minutes southwest of downtown Cleveland ADMISSIONS: 440-826-2222 WEBSITE: www.bw.edu 2013-14 Full time tuition and fees: $27,840 (Conservatory of Music: $30,160) MOST POPULAR MAJORS: Business, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Music, Education, Software Engineering, Athletic Training, Music Theatre, Communications Disorders, Digital Media and Design CURRENT ENROLLMENT NUMBER: 3,000 full time undergraduates, 500 part-time students, 700 graduate students No application fee with online application, www.bw.edu/apply

At many institutions, more than half of their students take five or six or more years to earn a bachelor’s degree. At BW, you’ll finish in four and get started on your life…and reduce the cost of your education, too.

Learn more at www.bw.edu/guarantee.

Find out why U.S. News calls BW one of America’s Best Colleges.

Fall Visit Day Saturday, November 16

275 Eastland Road Berea, Ohio 44017-2088 440-826-2222 • www.bw.edu

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Baldwin Wallace University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, age, disability, national origin, gender or sexual orientation in the administration of any policies or programs.

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How to Avoid Massive Student Loan Debts

Contributed Article StatePoint With college costs skyrocketing, more college students are waking to the realization that they are trapped under massive debts. It doesn’t have to be this way, say experts.

The numbers are staggering, as 65 percent of student loan borrowers misunderstand or are surprised by aspects of their student loans, according to studies. And student loans account for the most common form of increasing debt among ages 18-24, with

60 percent of students graduating with an average of $24,572.45 in student loan debt.

Students are not being taught enough financial responsibility, say experts at Lexington Law, a leading provider of consumer credit correction services. Only four states require a class in financial education. As such, many educators are urging greater financial education requirements.

In the meantime, there are things students can do to avoid getting buried under debt. A recent survey revealed that one in three graduates

Life is Expensive: How to Avoid Debt

would have pursued one of the following, if they could do it all again:

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• Scholarships

From going to school to going on a date to getting married, life has hidden price tags that have been sending many Americans down a path to major debt and bankruptcy.

• Financial aid • Started saving earlier • Pursued higher paying majors • Worked while in college Parents and students can access free financial education tips and services at www.lexingtonlaw.com.

Remember, a little knowledge can help secure your wallet.

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Some of life’s most exciting events also bring with them the possibility to build major debts and harm our credit, financial experts are warning.

To help, the experts at Lexington Law, a provider of consumer credit correction services, are pointing out the financial traps in everyday life that easily ensnare the average American family.

Here are just a few financial pitfalls they are highlighting: • Getting a credit card is exciting, but the average credit card debt is $7,093.

• The average date costs $130.

the highest bankruptcy rate

• In 2012, the average engagement ring cost $9,431, and the typical wedding weighed-in at $28,400.

More information on the financial pitfalls of life, as well as free financial education services, are available at www. lexingtonlaw.com.

• Mortgage debt currently is averaging $148,818 and the typical car loan is $26,700.

• 35-44 year-olds have

Remember, the first step to better money management is being savvier about financial pitfalls to avoid.

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ful decisions. From late night study sessions turned pizza parties, to all-you-can-eat buffets common to campus meal plans, avoid letting these nutritional pitfalls get the better of you.

StatePoint One of the big challenges college students face is adjusting to a rigorous academic lifestyle. But an even bigger trial than cramming for exams is learning to survive on one’s own.

You can improve your nutrition by prepping your own food sometimes.

Even if you only have a microwave in your dorm, try whipping up oatmeal for breakfast and tacos topped with tomatoes and heated beans for dinner.

From knowing how to whip up dinner to doing one’s laundry, learning basic life skills marks the transformation of kid-at-home to young adult-in-the-world. The experts at Sun Products, the makers of Wisk PowerBlasts, offer these tips to college students:

If you’re blessed with a full kitchen, you can be much more versatile.

Pick easy recipes and follow them closely until you understand the principles of simple cooking. Once you’re comfortable with the basics, get creative with seasonings and ingredients.

Food and Nutrition

The notorious “freshman 15” is no myth. Young adults who suddenly have free reign over their diets are not always inclined to make health-

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Tips to Avoid the 'Freshman 15'

StatePoint Trying to avoid the dreaded "Freshman 15" weight gain?

While college is an adjustment, it doesn't have to mean an adjustment in your pants size.

Exercise

In fact, the Freshman 15 is a myth. Freshman students gain only 2.5 to 3.5 pounds on average during their first year in college, according to a recent study published in Social Science Quarterly. But be advised, the same study finds that college students do gain moderate but steady weight during and after college.

Regular exercise pays dividends, helping control weight, improve one’s mood and control stress.

Many universities have excellent fitness centers available for students, but you don't have to become a gym rat to stay fit. Instead of taking the bus or driving to class, walk or ride your bike.

So stay vigilant about diet and exercise.

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"Stress, anxiety and homesickness can all lead to overeating.” warns registered dietitian nutritionist, Kristi King, spokesperson with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Before you snack, ask yourself why you’re doing so. If stress, anxiety or sadness is a factor, take a study break to chat with friends or go on a walk.

Smart Snacks

Late nights and stress can lead to bingeing, so don’t keep junk food on hand.

For students over 21, King recommends light beer and avoiding drinks mixed with regular soft drinks or sugary juices. When drinking, alternate a glass of water between alcoholic beverages.

You'll consume less alcohol and fewer calories.

Instead, stock healthy snacks that combine protein and carbohydrates.

Don’t Skip Breakfast

"Breakfast wakes up the metabolism and provides energy to the brain and muscles for the day's activities," says King. "People who eat breakfast tend to eat less throughout the day."

King recommends that breakfast be quick and combine carbohydrates and some

protein to help keep students feeling full. Good options include whole-grain toast with peanut butter, a lowfat granola bar and fruit, or a whole-wheat tortilla with hummus and an apple.

Cafeteria 101

The dining hall can be a friend or foe. There may be high-calorie foods and oversized portions, but most universities provide nutritious options too. Opt for foods that are baked, broiled,

steamed, grilled or roasted, while steering clear of foods that are buttered, fried or swimming in cream sauce.

When filling your plate at the cafeteria, consider following the US Department of Agriculture’s MyPlate guidelines.

Alcohol

"Alcohol is readily available and can pack on the pounds quickly if you’re not careful," warns King.

If you'd like help creating a healthy meal plan, or want tips for controlling weight, check to see if your university offers nutrition counseling services. Registered dietitian nutritionists are food and nutrition experts, and they can help you ace your health goals.

More tips to maintain a healthy weight your freshman year and beyond can be found at www.eatright.org.

Going to college means adjusting to a new lifestyle.

Don’t let the changes get the better of your health and wellness.

Americans are Finding New Ways to Pay for College Contributed Article StatePoint The majority of American families have an unwavering belief in the value of college -- 85 percent of parents believe that college is an investment in their child’s future, according to a new national study by Sallie Mae. With tuition costs on the rise, families are finding resourceful ways to help ease college costs, from eliminating schools based on price, to forgoing the costly dormitory experience. According to the same study, the use of grants and scholarships are on the rise, and more parents are turning to such tools as 529 college savings plans to fund their children’s education.

While parents are becoming more realistic about funding college, experts say that advanced planning is still not the norm.

“The majority of families do not have a financial plan to pay for college. Having one however, increases the likelihood of success, says Jack Remondi, president and CEO of Sallie Mae. To learn more about how Americans are paying for college, visit www.CollegeAnswer.com/Pays2013.

In this post-recession environment, the dream of college is not dead. But finding new ways to fund it is becoming more important.

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gCC iS So muCH more

“Amazing!” “Phenomenal.” “Fantastic.” “Excellent facilities.” These are the some of the comments students who’ve attended Genesee Community College have stated in recent surveys.

Rated among the top 100 community colleges across the nation for student completion, GCC offers so much more.

GCC is affordable and accessible with seven campus locations (Albion, Arcade, Batavia, Dansville, Lima, Medina and Warsaw) and more than 100 online courses offered each semester.

Student housing and a child care facility are available at the main campus in Batavia.

More than 50 clubs and organizations cover all sorts of interests and more than ten athletic teams round out the total college experience.

“Tech savvy” is how one student described GCC’s technology services. The College was ranked first among all 27 participating SUNY community colleges for the quality of computer support services, Internet access, effective use of information technology, and innovative use of technology in learning.

Technology is also central to many of GCC’s degree and career programs with five computer technology associate degrees; the new Sleep Tech degree (Polysomnographic Technology), Veterinary Technology, Biotechnology, Technical Theater and Environmental Studies.

101 GENESEE COmmuNiTY COLLEGE 1 College Rd., Batavia, NY 14020 (7 Campus Locations) ADMISSIONS: 1-866-CALL-GCC www.genesee.edu TUITION: $3,550 per year (Full-time, In-State Resident) $4,150 per year (Full-time, Non-State Resident)

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Visit GCC on Veteran’s Day and find out why…

“GCC is so muC muCh more more!” !”  More than 60 degrees or certificates  125+ online courses  Transferable SUNY Credits  Financial Aid / Scholarships  FREE application  FREE Career Counseling  FREE GCC Student Services / Tutoring  College Village Student Housing offers Citizenship Scholarships

MOST POPULAR MAJORS: Business & Commerce, Computer & Technology, Creative Arts, Health Care, Human Services, Law & Criminal Justice, Liberal Arts, Math & Science, Office Technology and Support, Sports & Physical Education, Teaching and Education

BATAVIA AcAdemIc OPeN HOUSe monday, Nov. 11 @ 9 Am One College Road Batavia, NY 14020 RegisteR online: genesee.edu/openhouse

Genesee Community College is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity institution

NUMBER OF STUDENTS: 7,208 APPLICATION COST: $0 In addition, GCC is continuously adding new exciting programs. The well-regarded Fashion Business program now offers a concentration in Fashion Design, ECommerce and Event Planning. Supply Chain Management, offered 100% online, is the newest concentration within the Business Administration program.

Huge opportunities await you! Attend GCC’s Open House in Batavia on Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11 at 9 a.m. sharp, or any of GCC’s seven campus centers on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 9 a.m. Register online at www.genesee. edu/openhouse or call 1-866-CALL-GCC.

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Batavia Only Open House: Monday, Nov. 11, 9 a.m.

All Campus Locations Open House: Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m.

Albion, 456 West Avenue / 585-589-4936 Arcade, 25 Edward Street / 585-492-5265

preparing For College entranCe examS

Batavia (Main Campus), One College Road / 585345-6800

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From brushing up on interview skills to honing the perfect essay, the college admissions process seems to become more complicated every year.

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While students in the past may have prepared for one standardized admissions test, now some experts now advise taking both the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and the American College Test (ACT).

While the SAT was designed to judge a student’s ability to reason, the ACT was designed to determine a student’s knowledge of the basic high school curriculum.

Arp, who wrote “Up Your Score ACT” in conjunction with three students with perfect ACT scores, offers these tips to test-takers: • Take a practice test of both the SAT and the

“The ACT may have once played second fiddle to the SAT. But the test is gaining momentum and popularity with college admissions officers,” says Chris Arp, a tutor at Veritas Tutors and Test Prep and author of “Up Your Score ACT,” a new test-prep study guide.

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• Make a manageable schedule, breaking preparation into chunks.

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want to CHange tHe world?

AT uB, wE dO iT EvERY dAY.

The University at Buffalo is one of the nation’s premier public research universities and the most comprehensive institution of the State University of New York system.

When you become a student at UB, you will have the chance to make a difference in the lives of others.

You’ll have opportunities to work with renowned professors – including recipients major national awards – to create exciting innovations that benefit our global community.

Whole New Ways to Learn. Our students are motivated by curiosity, engaged

with their studies and determined to succeed. We offer more than 100 undergraduate majors, as well as a wide range of opportunities for internships and advanced research. Through innovative resources like the Honors College, Undergraduate Academies, Discovery Seminars and the Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities, you can gain valuable handson experience that will prepare you for success. And, our new Finish in Four program will guide you through your undergraduate years and quickly and efficiently as possible

so you can apply your know-how in today’s global marketplace.

Rewarding Talent. Admission to UB is highly competitive. This fall, we’ve awarded nearly $4 million in meritbased scholarships to our incoming freshman class, including Presidential Scholarships; Provost Scholarships; Performing and Creative Arts Scholarships; and Acker Scholarships.

Growth is Everywhere.

Our pursuit of excellence is reflected in our campus growth.

On North Campus, the new Davis Hall is home to advanced

research in fields such as engineering and environmental science; and Greiner Hall is giving students a beautiful – and green – new housing option.

Kapoor Hall, a new home for the pharmacy school, expands South Campus’ cutting-edge facilities for health professions. And UB’s Downtown Campus recently broke ground for a seventh building, with more major expansion on the horizon.

Ready to change the world? Visit http://admissions.buffalo.edu now to start.

are you Saving enougH For your CHild’S College eduCation?

Contributed Article StatePoint Despite rising college costs, fewer American families with children under age 18 are saving for college. Only 50 percent are doing so today, compared to 60 percent just two years ago, according to "How

America Saves for College 2013" a national study from Sallie Mae, the country’s largest financial services company specializing in education.

While nearly all parents believe college is an investment in their children’s future, only one-third have plans to

101 uNivERSiTY AT BuffALO 12 Capen Hall, Buffalo, NY 14260 ADMISSIONS: 1-888-UB-ADMIT WEBSITE: www.buffalo.edu TUITION: (NYS resident) $5,870 (Out-of-State) $17,810 MOST POPULAR MAJORS: Aerospace Engineering • Anthropology • Architecture • Art • Asian Studies • Biological Sciences • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Communication • Dance • Economics • Electrical Engineering • English • Environmental Studies • Exercise Science • Film Studies • Geography • History • Italian • Legal Studies • Linguistics • Mathematics • Medical Technology • Music • Nursing • Occupational Therapy • Pharmacy • Philosophy • Physics • Psychology • Sociology • Spanish • Speech and Hearing Science APPLICATION COST: $50

pay for college. And when asked to describe their feelings about saving for college, parents’ top answers were overwhelmed, annoyed, frustrated, scared, or that they don’t like thinking about it at all.

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Change the world? Sounds like a tall order.

But people at UB are doing it every day. Through their work and exploration, they make life better for people around the globe.

When you become a student at UB, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the world. You’ll work with talented professors and students who are making strides in creating real solutions for real problems in our global community.

Explore how UB can help you change the world: go to admissions.buffalo.edu/changeit

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grove City College putS SCienCe in SigHt

STEM Hall, the latest addition to the campus of Grove City College, is a $39.5 million, stateof-the-art showplace where students can prepare for the careers of the future and faculty can conduct cuttingedge research.

The new building takes its name from the acronym that’s become a buzzword in both academia and business.

The disciplines STEM encompasses -- science, technology, engineering, and mathematics – are seen by many as critical to ensuring a prosperous and secure future for those who take up their study and for society at large.

A decades-long decline in American students’ proficiency in STEM fields has reached a critical point. The days when the U.S. was at or near the top in science and math are gone.

Business and industry often can’t find the domestic talent they need to stay competitive and

innovative in a technology-dependent world.

Grove City College has always maintained strong science and engineering programs, with about a third of the College’s 2,500 students enrolled in the Hopeman School of Science, Engineering and Mathematics, which boasts 50 full-time faculty members.

STEM Hall provides those students and professors a place where they can learn and teach in a collaborative environment more like a professional research lab than a traditional academic building.

The new building is like nothing else on campus. STEM Hall’s brick and stone facade reflects the Gothic Revival styles of the buildings that surround it, but its open interior is a stark contrast to those of its campus neighbors. The building, designed by Philadelphia architectural firm Ballinger, is

anchored by four, glasswalled laboratories on the second and third levels.

“The concept is ‘science in sight,’” Hopeman Dean Stacy Birmingham says. “It’s intended to let people see what scientists do behind closed doors.”

The hope is that by demystifying what goes on in the lab, more students will be encouraged to explore STEM studies, according to Birmingham.

The 63,000-square-foot building features eight other labs for chemistry, biology and computer science, a lecture hall, a vivarium housing animals used in research, faculty offices, state-of-the-art technology, and an east-facing commons area with floor-to-ceiling SageGlass windows that can be tinted automatically or manually. A skylight the length of the main hall lets in more natural light and reinforces the

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idea that STEM Hall is something different.

Students will also find more and larger workspaces than in the College’s current science buildings, hallway walls that double as dryerase boards students can use to work out formulas and diagram problems outside of the classroom, ample space for working in groups and innovative technological features like computer workstations where groups of students can plug their College-issued laptops into common monitors to share their ideas and seek input from their peers and professors.

STEM Hall is financed -- like all Grove City College projects -- entirely by private donations.

The College accepts no government money and is not subject to regulations that take decisionmaking away from those who know best the College’s needs.

101 GROvE CiTY COLLEGE 100 Campus Dr., Grove City, PA 16127 (724) 458-2100 choose.gcc.edu TUITION: (Full-time) $14,212 per year (Part-time) $444 per credit hour MOST POPULAR MAJORS: Biology, Mechanical Engineering, English, Communication Studies, History, Electrical Engineering, Business Management, Accounting, Political Science, Psychology NUMBER OF STUDENTS: 2,500 undergraduate APPLICATION COST: $50

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Because your faith and freedom matter For 137 years Grove City College has upheld its commitment to provide a rigorous academic education in an authentically Christian environment at an affordable price.

With more than 50 majors in the liberal arts, sciences and engineering, an active residential campus and NCAA Division III athletics, Grove City College prepares students for success in college and after graduation. Ninety-six percent of the class of 2012 was employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of receiving their diplomas.*

* A response rate of 95% from the entire 2012 graduating class.

Learn more about Grove City College or register for our Senior Crimson Day open house on November 9.

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CHAUTAUQUA STAR FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2013 important College life skills Continued from pg. 6

laundry

In an average wash load, the ratio of body oils and sweat to visible stain is 20-to-1. All that running across campus to avoid tardiness won’t help. Col-

lege is messy and your laundry will reflect that. Don’t make enemies with your roommate by putting off this necessary task until your next trip home.

If you’ve never done

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All those who enroll attend tuition free.

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your own laundry, don’t stress. It may seem like an exact science, but new products are making it easier to get clothes cleaner with less guesswork.

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Over and over again, we hear from leaders in business, government, medicine and education that the future belongs to individuals who are innovators and big picture thinkers, those

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It’s this preparation for the global marketplace— and for life—that Allegheny is nationally known for providing. And as Allegheny prepares to celebrate its bicentennial in 2015, our reputation has never been higher. (U.S. News recently recognized us as an “Up-and-Com-

er” for “innovative changes in the areas of academics, faculty, student life, campus, or facilities.”)

Unusual combinations at Allegheny lead to extraordinary outcomes after Allegheny. More than 90% of our graduates who are looking for jobs are hired within eight months, and because of the reputation behind an Allegheny

degree, our students go on to top graduate schools at twice the national average.

Do you think college should be about expanding your horizons rather than narrowing your interests? Then come see Allegheny for yourself. Tour campus, talk to our students and faculty, and see if Allegheny College is the perfect fit for you.

entranCe exams preparation Continued from pg. 9 But remember, the actual test is long, so building endurance is crucial. Ramp up your practice sessions until you can take the whole test in one sitting.

• Practice makes perfect. Take several practice tests at home and learn from both your successes and mistakes. Remember, you can take the ACT up to 12 times if you need to. And un-

like the SAT, you can choose which scores are sent to colleges.

• “When it comes to math, don’t sell yourself short,” says Arp. “Saying you don’t understand math is a cop-out. If you can’t solve a math problem, it’s because you have either forgotten or never learned the concepts involved.”

trance exams, check your outside knowledge at the door. You are being tested on what a passage says, not on what you already know.

• Picking your battles can help you make the most of your limited time. For example, in the case of the ACT’s Science Reasoning Test, glancing at a passage before you dive into it can help you decide whether

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Recently, Kiplinger’s named Allegheny as one of the top 100 “Best Values” among the nation’s liberal arts colleges.

Recognition in the country’s top college guides and rankings doesn’t happen overnight. Since 1815, the accomplishments of our students have continued to strengthen the value of the Allegheny diploma.

Allegheny students combine their interests and talents to develop skills that employers seek most in today’s global economy — being creative, analytical and innovative.

you want to spend time on it now or later.

• To avoid post-test stress, don’t discuss the answers with your friends. Instead, take a few days to relax and have fun.

Both the SAT and ACT are accepted by every college in America.

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101 ALLEGhENY COLLEGE 520 N. Main Street, Meadville, PA 16335 ADMISSIONS: (800) 521-5293 WEBSITE: www.allegheny.edu TUITION: (Full Time) $18,630/semester, (Part Time) $1,553/credit MOST POPULAR MAJORS: Art • Biochemistry • Biology • Chemistry • Communication Arts • Computer Science • Economics • English • Environmental Science • Geology • History • International Studies • Mathematics • Modern Languages • Music • Neuroscience • Philosophy • Physics • Political Science • Psychology • Religious Studies • Women’s Studies NUMER OF STUDENTS: 2,100 APPLICATION COST: $35

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With 5,400 students on a beautiful, 250-acre residential campus, students tell us SUNY Fredonia is the perfect mix of size and program variety. With affordable tuition and housing, Fredonia challenges you and is committed to developing your character as you prepare for a rewarding career.

Fredonia offers you a classic, complete collegiate experience – a “destination college” in a creative, diverse, welcoming and safe environment. You become uniquely connected to classmates, professors and the community, with an abundance of extracurricular options

to keep your evenings and weekends as stimulating as your daily studies.

Fredonia professors are passionate about teaching. Whether they’re in the classroom, on the stage, or in the field, our faculty help you succeed.

They’re also involved in research and creative activities — and eager to have you collaborate. Small class sizes are also a Fredonia hallmark: 80% have fewer than 30 students.

Academic excellence relies on diversity – of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas – and at Fredonia, you join a multicultural campus

that lets you meet, learn from, and live with people from many backgrounds. You’re challenged to think globally, and you can study abroad in a wide range of countries, learning about international issues first-hand.

Fredonia’s focus on continuous improvement is more evident than ever, as construction continues on a new, state-of-the-art Science Center set to open in 2014. The campus also features a new fitness center and a renovated student union.

Ultimately, Fredonia is committed to helping you reach your goal: graduation. From

knowledgeable advisors and affordable tuition to our “Fredonia in 4” four-year guarantee, we stand ready to make sure you can meet your goals — and manage your finances. More than 80% of students receive financial aid, and over $3 million in meritand need-based scholarships are available to academically qualified, new and returning students each year.

To see the successes some our recent graduates are enjoying, visit www.fredonia.edu/ success. Better yet, call 673-3251 and connect with an admissions counselor who can help you find your calling too.

saving for your child's college education Continued from pg. 9 Among those not saving, 47 percent cite barriers other than money.

Top reasons included thinking children would be awarded enough financial aid to cover college costs, uncer-

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Slightly more than one quarter of parents who are saving for college use a 529 college sav-

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Through its Fredonia Academy, Lifelong Learning offers many noncredit learning opportunities. SUNY Fredonia traces its roots to Fredonia Academy, which officially opened in 1826. To honor the college’s beginnings, Lifelong Learning launched a 21st century Academy.

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