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BY THE CHAMBER COALITION

The rise in popularity of online education programs means that it is easier than ever to find the right one for you. Deciding on the best paralegal online program requires research and time. By weeding out the level mills and sub-standard institutions, you can earn a quality certificate at an affordable price. When researching online paralegal programs, you will want to consider several factors: cost and institution reputation are the most important. With this in mind, one program rises above the rest.

The Chamber Coalition, which comprises the New American Chamber of Commerce (NACC), the African American International Chamber of Commerce (AAICC), and the Hispanic American International Chamber of Commerce (HAICC), offers the best online Paralegal Studies program. The competitive tuition rate, coupled with the impeccable reputation of the Coalition, makes this an obvious choice for anyone serious about their education. This is a program of the highest standard.

Additional certificates include LexisNexis and CLIO. We also use CALI which is what is used in law schools.

Requirements

To be admitted to the Chamber's Paralegal Certificate Program, you must be at least eighteen years old, have strong computer skills, and have a high school diploma. If these qualifications fit you, you can continue the admission process. Applications are accepted online anytime during the year. A mandatory orientation describes your upcoming classes, guidelines, and expectations.

The tuition for this respected program is very competitive with other online paralegal programs. It costs less than $1000 for the entire program. The average student can finish the program in anywhere from six to twelve months.

Books are extra and will run around a few hundred dollars for everything. If you want the best paralegal online program at the best price, the Chamber Coalition Paralegal Certificate Program is the answer. The program is excellent for aspiring and current paralegals, individuals who plan to attend law school, community advocates, persons who want to understand the law and their rights, and prospective political candidates.

Is Being a Paralegal Worth It?

Yes. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 10% job growth between now and 2029. The median salary nationwide in 2019 was $51,740, and the average mean wage was $61,810. It truly is a prestigious and significant profession. Simply put, paralegals help people. They help their employers be more efficient in their jobs, increase a firm's revenue and productivity, and help the clients.

A career as a paralegal can be rewarding professionally and personally and offers a unique opportunity to help others; options vary, depending on the paralegal's practice area. l

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Looking to make extra cash? A side hustle? We are looking for persons to sell advertisements. Experience in advertising sales is needed and preferably experience or a sincere interest in marketing.

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Wild Seeds Retreat for Writers of Color Workshops

rooms, and common living areas within each suite allowing each student to live with a smaller group of friends while still having ties to the larger community through lounge spaces, the dining halls, and student involvement.

The Writers Retreat Goal

The Wild Seeds Retreat strives to provide writers of color with an opportunity to meet other writers; to workshop their writing among peers; and to engage with published writers about concerns and issues related to writing and publishing. Through its writing workshops leaders, the Retreat provides the public with an opportunity to become knowledgeable about the range and diversity of the work produced by writers of color.

Kitchen Corner

Grilled Teriyaki Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers

We are happy to announce that Jeffery Renard Allen (Fiction), N. Jamiyla Chisholm (Memoir), and Joanna Sit (Poetry) will join us as workshop leaders for the Wild Seeds Retreat for Writers of Color workshops (summer 2023). The dates are July 17 22, 2023 at SUNY Polytechnic Institute (Utica, NY). Aspiring writers (21 and over) are encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply is Friday, May 26, 2023 (by 11:59 pm ET).

About the Week

Wild Seeds Retreat (WSR) workshop fellows will engage in daily writing, reading, and sharing sessions with workshop leaders and cohorts. Fellows will also have an opportunity for one-on-one sessions with their workshop leader (who will tailor the sessions to their genre). A detailed itinerary will be provided to accepted fellows. A limited number of scholarships are available. A written rationale is required in the cover letter that is required in the application.

About the Lodging

Fellows and workshop leaders will stay at Mohawk Residence Hall. During the academic year, the hall functions as a coed facility that houses 180 upper-class and graduate students. It offers a townhouse-style living with four single bed-

Our Background

The Wild Seeds Retreat for Writers of Color (formerly the North Country Institute & Retreat for Writers of Color), began in 2004 as a collaboration with the Center for Black Literature, the English Department at SUNY, Plattsburgh, and the Paden Institute and Retreat for Writers. Today it continues to provide a writing community where established and emerging writers can focus on the craft of writing and create cross-cultural conversations around the literature created by writers of the African diaspora.

Writing fellows have an opportunity to draw upon their experiences as writers in a racialized society; to become knowledgeable about the issues facing other writers of color; and to study with a professional in the genres of fiction, memoir, and poetry.

Recognizing that the Writers Retreat should not be limited to a specific geographical region, the Center renamed the Retreat in honor of Octavia E. Butler, a speculative fiction writer known globally for blending science fiction with African American spiritualism. Butler's writing crossed many boundaries and represented varying diverse voices.l

For more information, please contact Donna Hill, Interim Director of Literary Programs at (718) 8048883 (leave a message) or via email: dohill @mec.cuny.edu

These savory-sweet shrimp skewers are easy to make and cook in just a few minutes. They are perfect for summer weeknights or weekend dinner parties. Prep the sauce ahead of time for an even faster dinner. I prefer to use jumbo shrimp (21 to 25 per pound), however use what you have on hand.

-France C, AllRecipes.com

Ingredients

Sauce:

•⅓ cup water

•2 tablespoons soy sauce

•2 tablespoons brown sugar

•1 teaspoon honey

•1 teaspoon grated fresh garlic

•1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

•1 pound jumbo shrimp

•½ fresh pineapple, cored and cut into 1 1/2inch pieces

Skewers

•2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

(Optional)

•1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

(Optional)

Directions Step 1

Combine water, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until sauce has reduced and thickened slightly, 8 to 10 minutes.

Step 2

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate. Thread shrimp and pineapple alternately onto skewers and place on a platter.

Step 3

Arrange skewers on the hot grate. Grill 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until shrimp is opaque and cooked through. Turn grill to low heat and brush sauce on both sides of skewers. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with cilantro and sesame seeds.l

Nutrition Facts

Per serving:

Calories: 233

Fat: 2g

Carbs: 32g

Protein: 20g

Cook's Note:

Try to cut the pineapple chunks approximately the same size as the shrimp for even grilling. If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes before using to prevent burning.

Prep Time: 25 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 45 mins