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Steven Jones is a comedian, host, and actor, well known for his “New Spice, Study Like a Scholar, Scholar” video which had more than 3 million views on YouTube.
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hoosing a major is often met with trepidation. College students may feel pressured to choose a major when they are less than certain about what they want to study. Majors aren’t set in stone and students have the opportunity to switch concentrations if their original choice isn’t the right fit. Perhaps now more than ever, there is pressure on students to pick the right college major. In this weak economy, experts are touting advice on choosing a major that gives students the best chance of finding a job after graduation. The National Center for Education Statistics says that in 2007 and 2008, the most popular majors were business, social sciences, history and education. According to Capital University, students usually have so many interests that they have difficulty narrowing their choices. Their first inclination is not to declare a major and wait to see if they find their niche. In general, two out of every three university students change majors at least once. This should give hope to students who feel they need a chance. Here are
some tips that should help with the process.
Wait to declare.
Many educators advise waiting a semester or two before declaring a major. Take a variety of elective courses and general education classes that will fit degree requirements regardless of major. A guidance counselor or adviser can help undecided students choose courses that might help them find an area of study.
Take an assessment test.
The career or guidance office may offer some of the standardized tools to help students find an area of concentration. The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Campbell Interest and Skill Survey are two resources students use to identify strengths and potential paths of study.
Do your research.
If you’re considering a new major, talk to your advisor about what will be required of that new major, including classes and other coursework. You can also talk to students currently study-
ing under that major. Knowing what to expect beforehand can make the decisionmaking process a little easier.
Talk to the dean.
Many colleges and universities have deans or advisors in charge of students in certain majors. They will know the courses required for a degree. Switching majors may involve taking or re-taking some courses that will fit with the new major. It may also mean that some courses that were taken cannot be applied to the new major. This can result in having to take more classes one semester or taking an extra semester to graduate.
Consider finances.
Taking different classes or stretching out your college career an additional semester might cost more money. Be sure that the finances are there, whether personally provided or funded through financial aid.
Assess whether your major truly matters.
Many liberal arts or general studies majors are applicable in many fields.
Therefore, switching majors may not even be necessary. Think about continuing with a current major and then concentrate or minor in something more specific. • Determine if you really need to switch majors. Sometimes the decision to switch majors is made for you. If you are having difficulty keeping up in class or find the courses really do not interest you, it may be time to change. Failing grades can impact grade point average. Dropping a class – or a major – is a way to redeem yourself. • Consider a double major. Students who ultimately cannot decide can choose to study for a double major. This may look good on a resume and show potential employers that you are not afraid of work. It also enables you to study two different subjects in detail. Keep in mind that double majors will mean a lot of extra work and may delay graduation so that you can get all the credits needed. Choosing a major is seldom an easy decision. Rest assured that if the first choice isn’t ideal, students can switch majors successfully with few obstacles. (MCS)
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Research indicates ‘freshman 15’ is a myth
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undreds of new students enter college each September. One longstanding assumption about college freshmen is their propensity to gain weight – on average 15 pounds over the course of their initial year in college. As it turns out, a new study pokes holes in that assumption and goes on to point out the truth about freshman weight gain. A study by research scientist Jay Zagorsky from Ohio State University’s Center for Human Resource Research debunks the myth of the “freshman 15,” stating that the average weight gain is between 2.4 pounds for women and 3.4 for men. In total, no more than 10 percent of all college freshmen who were examined in the study actually gained 15 pounds. Some even lost weight. The results of this study were published in Social Science Quarterly. The study pointed to aging and becoming young adults as the culprit behind the weight gain, not necessarily the latenight pizza study sessions or cafeteria grub. The study also looked at same-aged people who were not in college, and most gained the same amount of weight during the period of time they could have been
college freshmen. While students may not gain 15 pounds their freshman year, college-age people do gain about 10 to 12 pounds over the four-year school period. Again, this is attributed to natural body changes associated with moving from adolescence into adulthood. Students concerned about weight gain in excess of the 2 to 3 pounds per year can employ these strategies to keep weight gain at a minimum. • Plan for some daily exercise, even if it’s just strolling the quad. • Limit consumption of packaged, processed foods, which are high in salt and calories. • Go sparingly on drive-thru foods. • Keep healthy snacks on hand in your dorm room so you won’t have to head out when hunger pangs strike. • Utilize the campus gym. • Take a class as part of your electives that includes physical activity, like a sport. • Surround yourself with friends who have like-minded fitness goals. (MCS)
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REXBURG — With about 400 service missionaries flung around the world, the Pathway program at BYU-Idaho needs to stay connected with them. One of the ways the university is connecting all the employees and those associated with Brigham Young UniversityIdaho, like the service missionaries, is through a new employee blog that university administrators have created. J.D. Griffith, director of the Pathway program, said it’s a good way to keep people in the university close, no matter where they may be physically. “I applaud what the university is trying to do to reach out and better communicate with its employees regardless of being on campus or off campus,” Griffith said. “Anything we can do to make our off-campus faculty and service missionaries feel more connected to BYU-Idaho is of value to the program and the university.” University spokesman Marc Stevens said the new blog was born of a campuswide survey among employees on communication with the administration. “That survey indicated that there was room for improvement,” Stevens said. The staff of University Communications went to work making new ways for better communication among employees. “Communication takes a concerted effort,” he said. “The blog is probably the keystone in a lot of ways.” Stevens said the President’s Council will update its meetings on the blog, among other information that will be put there to keep employees better informed. The mandate to keep campus better
informed and communicating comes from the top down, Stevens said. “President (Kim B. Clark) has said we’re committed to this,” Stevens said. Leah Davis, the online instruction community coordinator for the university, said the blog is another way to keep remote faculty engaged with the university. “The overall desire is for a connected university,” Davis said. Davis said there is already a remotefaculty blog that has 200 members. There are remote 500 instructors overall, including professors who are on campus and off campus. That is not including the 400 service missionaries who help in Pathway. In other words, there’s a lot of people who need to be a part of the university, who are not in Rexburg. The key word is “unified.” “The good thing is campus strives so deeply to make the experience a unified one,” Davis said. “We’re all unified under the same mission statement and institutional standards.” And as the university has grown by more than 6,000 students in the last decade, the requisite number of instructors has also grown. The challenge, Stevens says, is keeping that small university feel in the face of overwhelming growth. The new employee blog is designed to be one of the answers to those questions. “How do we keep it small?” Stevens asks. “How do we stay connected to each other?” The blog is for employees only. On the Web: www.byui.edu/join-theconversation
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Education Week REXBURG, Idaho — Brigham Young University-Idaho will host its annual Education Week from Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 3. Approximately 80 teachers have been selected from among BYU-Idaho faculty, local leaders and former General Authorities of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, temple and mission presidents, and civic leaders. Teachers will address a variety of religious and other topics. “We’re excited to invite the campus and the community to Education Week this year,” said Brett Sampson, marketing coordinator for BYU-Idaho University Services. “We have so many great teachers and such a spectrum of topics and activities offered. Whether you come on your own, with friends, or with your family, everyone will find plenty of opportunities to feel edified by this experience.” New to Education Week this year are options for youth and children to participate through age-specific classes and activities. Classes taught by experienced, dynamic teachers will be specifically geared towards topics relating to youth ages 12-13 and 14-18. BYU-Idaho students who have been trained to facilitate classroom activities for children will provide learning experiences for kids ages 6-8 and 9-11. Also included in the Education Week schedule are devotional addresses by Elder Kim B. Clark, a member of the Fifth Quorum of the Seventy and president of BYU-Idaho, and Elder Marlin K. Jensen, an emeritus member of the First Quorum of the Seventy and former Church Historian. Education Week is again partnering
with BYU-Idaho’s Center Stage performing arts series to provide a concert during the program. This year, the Nashville Tribute Band will perform on Friday. Registration for Education Week is now open. Enrollment fees are $15 for BYU-Idaho students, $25 for members of the general public, and $75 for families. Webcast viewers can participate at no charge. More information about Education Week, including course schedules, how to register, and lodging options in Rexburg, is available online at http:// www.byui.edu/education-week.
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(MCS) – Everyone forgets something from time to time. Whether it’s misplacing car keys or missing a doctor’s appointment, no man or woman is immune from forgetful moments. For some men and women, however, memory loss goes beyond routine forgetfulness. Should men and women find themselves growing increasingly forgetful, there are ways to improve memory, regardless of an individual’s age. Thanks to the human brain’s ability to adapt and change, men and women can improve their memories by employing a few simple strategies and exercises. • Routinely get a good night’s sleep. The brain needs adequate sleep to operate at full capacity. For students, it’s important to keep in mind that without adequate sleep, the brain’s ability to solve problems or think critically is greatly compromised. Research has shown that essential memory-enhancing activity occurs during the deepest stages of sleep. Men and women both young and old can improve memory by routinely getting a good night’s sleep. • Exercise. Exercise is beneficial in many ways, but men and women might not know the effects routine exercise can have on memory. Exercise increases the flow of oxygen to the brain, which reduces the risk for disorders that can lead to memory loss. Cardiovascular exercise that increases oxygen flow to the brain can reduce risk for stroke and diabetes while simultaneously improving memory. • Work to reduce stress. Stress is harmful in a number of ways, and memory loss is no exception. The hippocampus is a region of the brain thought to be responsible for memory. When men and women are stressed and do nothing to positively address that stress, the hippocampus is damaged, negatively affecting the brain’s
ability to form new memories. Men and women can reduce stress in a number of ways, including daily exercise and eating a healthy diet. In addition, coping with stress in a healthy way, such as through exercise or even meditation, and not through unhealthy, harmful channels like consuming alcohol or overeating, can greatly improve quality of life and help improve memory as well. • Eat right. What you eat can also impact what you remember. An unhealthy diet can be just as harmful to the brain as it can be to the rest of the body. While it’s best discuss any potential dietary changes with a physician first, look for foods that are not high in saturated fat. Foods high in saturated fat increase a person’s risk of dementia and make it harder for a person to concentrate and remember things. Other foods that researchers are finding to be brain-friendly are those that contain omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are especially beneficial to brain health and researchers feel might also help a person lower his or her risk for Alzheimer’s disease. Men and women can take omega-3 supplements or look for foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, including fish like salmon, tuna, halibut, and trout. Men and women looking to improve memory should also start including more fruits and vegetables in their daily diets. Fruits and vegetables are loaded with antioxidants, which protect brain cells. Green vegetables like spinach and broccoli, and fruits like apricots and even watermelon are rich in antioxidants that can help men and women protect their brain cells and improve memory at the same time. Memory loss is often seen as an inevitable side effect of aging. However, people can take several steps that improve memory and overall health at the same time.
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Time management tips for busy college students
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oday’s college students are busier than ever before. Tuition hikes and higher cost of living has forced many college students to work parttime jobs in addition to their full-time jobs as students. In addition to the need to work, college students are also embracing extracurricular activities in an attempt to make themselves stand out in an increasingly competitive postcollege job market. While that ability to multitask might one day prove attractive to prospective employers, it’s an ability many students must learn. Time is often a commodity for college students, and managing time effectively can make the difference between a successful student and one who is overwhelmed by stress. • Learn to prioritize. For some college students, the weekend is the ultimate priority. Though this might be a recipe for fun, it’s not a recipe for success. Prioritizing both academic
and social commitments is a very important step for students looking to manage time more effectively. First and foremost, school should be a student’s top priority. After studies, it’s up to a student to choose what’s the next most important priority. This is often very difficult, as colleges typically offer a bevy of activities to students. Socializing is an important aspect of college life, but students must be careful not to place socializing too far up the totem pole of their priorities. When prioritizing, it’s best to keep in mind e d u c a tion comes first. Keep school and schoolrelated
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activities high on the list of priorities. • Don’t over-extend. Many students love college for the very reason that there is so much to do. In an effort to ensure all students make the most of their college experiences, col-
leges and universities provide many different avenues by which students can express themselves and become a part of the college community’s fabric. However, with all those activities, it’s easy for college kids to go overboard and over-commit themselves. Attempting to do too much can lead to feelings of stress and burnout, often resulting in poorer academic performance. When managing time, college students should schedule some daily time to relax and take a breather. • Keep a planner. Daily planners might seem very adult, but they’re also very practical. Students with aca-
demic, extracurricular and social commitments should write things down in a daily planner to help keep their heads from spinning. Larger things like midterm exams or research papers don’t need to be included in a daily planner. But smaller details that tend to get lost in the shuffle should be written down to help students stay on track and make the most of all of their commitments. • Stay as flexible as possible. While today’s busy college students might scoff at the suggestion they stay flexible, flexibility is an important element of time management. Few plans ever go off without a hitch, no matter how well planned they are. Something unexpected tends to pop up around every corner. By remaining flexible with their time, students are putting themselves in positions to better handle these unexpected surprises, be it a sickness, a computer crash, car troubles, etc. (MCS)
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BYU-Idaho students use local haunts to make independent movie thriller
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movie based on that swing. Dallin Nead, the movie’s director and writer, said he was inspired by local ghost stories. “There’s a lot of really good natural haunts, from abandoned houses to abandoned fields,” Nead said. “It gets really creepy during certain times of the year, especially at night, and so
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I was wanting to write a horror film or some kind of thriller based on the natural locations in Rexburg and in surrounding areas.” Nead said according to folklore, a father and five children used to live on the land where the swing stands until a fire killed the children. “The children still haunt the swing to this day,” Nead said. “The people visit the swing, the swing moves on its own, and then you go home and the kids like to tug on your bedsheets and stuff like that to haunt you, tease you a little bit.” Nead said he started writing the script around September and finished it at the end of last year. He mentioned the project to his friend, Daniel Ard, who decided to help out.
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Lani Call (Karie) has a look of terror on her face in a scene from “The Haunted Swing.” “Something I want to go into is producing,” Ard said. “I was kind of over helping Dallin find whatever he needed and also, mainly, trying to do poster design and marketing.” One of the things they did was start a project on www.kickstarter.com, a site where people can ask for funding for creative projects. According to the website, over $500 million have been donated to over 35,000 projects since the site started in April 2009.
According to www.kickstarter.com, “The Haunted Swing” has received $2,198 dollars from 37 backers, more than double their goal, with donations ranging from $1 to $1,000. “It’s been incredibly helpful having that,” Nead said. “That way, it’s not out of our own pockets.” Steven Montgomery, the lead actor, said he heard about the project from continued on page 11
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Dallin during a CIT class and thought it was interesting. “I just love haunted things, I love to scare people all the time,” Montgomery said. Montgomery plays the part of Sam Day, a man who gets tangled up in the mystery of the swing. Montgomery said he has played roles in shows like “Little Women” and “The Music Man” and played the lead role in a short film made at Southern Virginia University. Everyone working on the project is a volunteer BYU-Idaho student. Nead said most of the students helping are off-track right now. “I wanted everyone to have an easy, adjustable schedule for the time commitment,” Nead said. Nead said those who are taking classes right now find ways to balance school and the project. “Although they’re not getting paid, they’re finding the fun is in the process,” Nead said. Nead said he thinks a lot of people have an idea of something they want to do. He said they should just do it. “We’re using a lot of cheap resources, but that doesn’t really stop us,” Nead said. Montgomery said people are willing to support others in their creative endeavors. “When you’ve got that idea and you just do it, people will come together to help you,” Montgomery said.
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Nead said one of the biggest challenges has been the tie commitment. “Some people have to back out just because of balancing their time and going back to an on-track off-track kind of thing,” Nead said. Nead said some people realize they’re not comfortable with the roles they’ve volunteered for, and sometimes filming on location and dealing with weather is a challenge. Corey Graham, who works with audio and lighting, said the outdoor settings present technical challenges. “With audio, it’s picking up sounds that aren’t supposed to be there,” Graham said. “Sometimes someone will say something real- Thomas Mounts as Tim Weeks. ly loud, and it’ll just make a muffled sound, so we have to redo it.” Nead said in the end, the goal isn’t to make tons of money but to learn and have fun. “The main aim of this project is to enjoy the process, to learn from the process,” Nead said. The film is scheduled to be released on Oct. 18, 2013.
Omar Hansen as Eric Hill.
More information about the project can be found at www.thehauntedswing.com as well as its Facebook page, Twitter account, YouTube channel, IMDB page and Kickstarter page. Josh Crandall (Josh) and Lani Dunan (Rachel) try to escape in a scene from “The Hunted Swing.”
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REXBURG — A curbside recycling program in Rexburg is evolving to include commercial customers, at no cost to the business. This week recycling containers were placed at numerous businesses along Rexburg’s Main Street. Dee Dee Tucker, administrative assistant for the Rexburg Public Works Department, said the city plans to add commercial pickup in stages so the recycling facility can keep pace with the additional amount recycled. “We’ll have to hold off on multi-family housing for awhile, but we think commercial will bring us more bang for the buck,” Tucker said.
The residential aspect of the recycling project began last spring as a joint effort between Rexburg and Brigham Young University-Idaho. The recycling program uses BYU-I recycling center equipment and provides student employment and the city is providing curbside containers and a baler for recyclable materials. The university takes care of the pickup and handling of the recyclables. Most of the new containers added at businesses on Main Street are 95 gallon containers, but several are 300 gallon containers placed at larger businesses. According to city officials revenues from the recycling make the project self-sustaining and the city saves money by not having to dump as much at the tipping station where garbage is transferred.
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BYU-Idaho enrollment drops minutely Online enrollment still growing MATT EICHNER meichner@uvsj.com
REXBURG — On-campus enrollment in winter 2013 semester at Brigham Young University-Idaho dropped by a small fraction overall from the fall, but was up over this time last year. The winter 2013 enrollment for local students was at 16,354, which was down from fall 2012’s record 16,773. But the number of students on campus this semester is up 4 percent over last year at this time, according to university spokesman Marc Stevens. Stevens said the reason for the drop from fall to winter is the new missionary age in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 19 to 18 for men, and from 21 to 19 for women. “BYU-Idaho expects the missionary age change will likely impact enrollment numbers through the middle of 2014,” Stevens said in an email. In December, the university said that several construction projects on campus were placed on hold because of the church’s missionary age announcement.
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Stevens also said the university will not be cutting back on staff, but hiring will slow. “BYU-Idaho does not foresee any reduction in work force as a result of the change to missionary service age eligibility. Selective hiring will move forward over the next year, but at a reduced rate relative to BYU-Idaho’s past plans,” Stevens said in December. During that time, the university planed on “strengthening its programs, courses, and materials, and to invest in employee training and development.” Online students continued to increase by leaps and bounds, rising almost 200 percent from this time last year. There are 6,785 online students enrolled at the university, up from 2,493 in winter semester in 2012. Those numbers include nearly 4,000 students in the Pathway program. There were 6,371 online students in fall of 2012. Of the 16,354 students on campus, 96.2 percent live in Rexburg, with the remainder of the students living in surrounding communities from Idaho Falls to Ashton.
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Credit card pointers for today’s college students (MCS) – College is a period of firsts. It’s the first time many students are away from home for an extended period of time; it’s the first time students get to choose their own coursework; and it’s the first time many are left to their own devices with respect to taking care of themselves. College is also the first time many apply for a credit card. Although at this point in life, it’s important for people to begin building their credit histories, it’s just as important for them to carefully consider the variety of credit card options before committing to a card. All cards are definitely not equal, and college students should look for cards that will help them start building a solid credit foundation. So how can college kids find a card that’s fit for them? Consider the following tips. • Steer clear of cards with annual fees. Some credit cards charge annual fees, regardless of whether or not a consumer ever makes a single purchase. Since many cards’ interest rates are similar, try to find one that doesn’t charge annual fees. • Find the best annual percentage
rate. While interest rates are often similar, some cards have a better annual percentage rate, or APR. As attractive as low interest rates can be, be especially cautious with cards that promise zero percent interest for the first six or 12 months after signing. That’s because such cards typically have very high APRs. This isn’t a monthly fee, but rather a finance charge referred to as an annual rate. For college kids, whom history suggests struggle to pay their balances in full each month, a high APR could add considerably to the cost of having a credit card. • Don’t overdo it with credit cards. A 2009 report from Sallie Mae titled “How Undergraduate Students Use Credit Cards” found that half of college undergraduates had four or more credit cards in 2008. No college student needs that many credit cards. If at all possible, college kids should stick to one card and one card only. The card should only be used to help build a credit history and in the case of an emergency. Students who need four cards are either finding themselves in far too many emergency situations or harming themselves by charging too many
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a credit report. Even if only the minimum payment is possible, make sure that payment is made on time. • Borrow from Mom and Dad, not the credit card company. Credit card companies will lend cash to their customers. These loans are called cash advances. But unlike borrowing from Mom and Dad, accepting a cash advance from a credit card company typically comes with a heavy interest rate, making it much more worthwhile to call home instead of taking a cash advance. Getting a credit card is an important step for young people. Students should just be careful the credit card ends up building a solid credit foundation instead of digging a significant financial hole.
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July 4 Thursday Independence Day Parade Main St. Rexburg Rodeo/Fireworks Madison Fairgrounds 460 West 2nd North, Rexburg 6 Saturday 10:00 am Color in Motion 5K Hemming Village 6 Saturday 6:00 pm Madison County Sheriffs Demolition Derby Madison County Fairgrounds July 3 – July 13 Idaho International Summerfest Enjoy a whole week of events brought to you by the Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce including gala performances, street festival, youth culture classes, art competition, 5k race, and much more! See additional article on page 12 of this publication for detailed event information. Locations throughout Rexburg 13 Saturday 8:30 pm Hurdle for Hope Hurdle for Hope is an extreme race where you cross rivers, jump fire, traverse mud pits, and more! There’s a race for people of all ages, experience, and abilities. All proceeds go to help orphans. Rexburg Nature Park 5th West and 3rd North 23 Tuesday BYU-Idaho Graduation Commencement & Convocations Spring Semester Officially Ends
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How to take effective notes (MCS) – A student’s success in school is measured by the assignments completed and tests he takes. The students who garner the best grades and do well in class are often those who are effective listeners and note-takers. Professor Dennis Jertz of Seton Hall University has said that taking lecture notes effectively is one of the skills students must learn to make the transition from high school to college careers. Note-taking is also necessary in the business world, making it a worthwhile skill to learn. Despite its importance in higher learning, not much study has gone into the correlation between note-taking and performance improvement. As a result, statistics supporting the importance of effective note-taking do not exist. But it stands to reason that the student who takes good notes, and studies well from them, has a sporting chance to improve his or her grades over others with poor notes.
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It may not seem as such, but notetaking can almost be a lesson all its own. If only students could enroll in Note-Taking 101. Some elementary and high-school teachers attempt to teach strategies for taking notes, including developing outlines, but many students still struggle to maintain the essentials as they move through school. It can be confusing knowing just how much to write down without creating a novel or having notes so scant that they provide little information when it comes time to study. There are many systems of notetaking that a student can learn. These include using graphic representations to map out interconnected concepts. Outlines or charts can group terminology together with related ideas. There are other techniques that use cue words to trigger recollection of facts and dates. Mnemonic devices help recall information. Students can experiment with dif-
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• Charles Kettering, an American engineer and inventor, said, “There is a great difference between knowing a thing and understanding it.” When jotting down notes, a student who discovers that something seems unclear can ask for clarification or make a point to research that component further. • Students should consider writing notes on one side of the page so that they can each be laid out side-by-side. Looseleaf paper works well, or notes can be typed and printed out. • Students should develop their own method of abbreviations and symbols to cut down on the amount of writing needed. Notes needn’t be in full sentences; phrases are equally effective. • If a professor writes something on a chalkboard, puts text up on a projector
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or repeats something several times, it should definitely be written down. There is a good chance that information will be on the test. • Students may want to review notetaking strategies with one another. Maybe there is a successful method employed by one student that he or she can share with classmates. • Rewriting or typing notes helps ingrain the information in the brain more than simply rereading it. Note-taking is an important skill many students should make the effort to learn. Improved test scores can lead to a higher grade point average. This, in turn, can help with success in school and beyond.
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Deciding if grad school is right for you T he year 2010 saw women surpass men in advanced degrees for the first time ever. So says the United States Census Bureau, which found that among adults 25 and older who earned a master’s degree, 10.6 million were women and 10.5 million were men. Such statistics illustrate how women are increasingly positioning themselves for career advancement. Though there’s no guarantee that an advanced degree will advance a career, the appeal of an advanced degree and its potential impact on career aspirations is something many women are finding too difficult to resist. But there are a few things women should consider before they begin their pursuit of graduate degrees. * Immediate career implications: It’s common to think of the future when weighing the pros and cons of graduate school, but women currently working in their fields should consider the immediate implications of pursuing an advanced degree. Graduate studies require a much bigger commitment than undergraduate studies,
and that commitment could negatively impact your current employment. Though it’s possible to attend graduate school part-time, some programs insist students attend full-time, which might make it impossible to maintain your current employment and attend graduate school at the same time. Consider the immediate ramifications of attending graduate school, and decide if those consequences are worth the effort. * Finances: Pursuing an advanced degree is considerably more expensive than pursuing a bachelor’s degree. Women should examine their finances and decide if they are willing to take on student loans or pay for graduate school from their own savings. If you decide that taking out loans is worth it, it helps to know that many programs only offer financial aid to full-time students. If you don’t plan to attend graduate school full-time, you might need to find other ways to finance your education. In addition to the cost of attending graduate school, also consider the impact such a decision will have
on your earning potential, especially if you will be paying out-of-pocket. Established professionals already earning good salaries might find the cost of an advanced degree and its possible effect on future earnings doesn’t adding up. However, younger college grads whose careers haven’t taken off or even begun might earn considerably more money if they earn advanced degrees. * Need: Some people pursue a graduate degree because it’s necessary in order for them to advance their careers. Others do so because of external factors, such as a poor economy, that are making it difficult for them to gain entry into their desired fields. Before going forward with your pursuit of a graduate degree, research
your field to see if such a degree is truly necessary. An advanced degree is desirable in many fields but not necessarily all of them. If your career has been steadily advancing without the help of a graduate degree, then you might not need one after all. * Time: Working mothers are typically busy enough without the added burden of attending graduate school. If you have children and need your current salary to support your family, then you might find you don’t have the time to pursue an advanced degree. If you can afford to quit your job, however, graduate school might work, though it will likely require sacrifice on the part of both you and your family. (MCS)
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