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PHARMACIESCarle RxExpress200 Lerna Rd. S. • Mattoon258-3616

CVS Pharmacy566 W. Lincoln Ave. • Charleston345-7069222 Broadway Ave. • Mattoon258-2920

Walgreen Drug Store411 W. Lincoln. • Charleston345-2233

212 S. Logan Ave. • Mattoon235-319124-Hr Prescription Service235-3126

Wal-Mart2250 Lincoln Ave. • Charleston345-9458101 Detro Dr. • Mattoon258-6313

HOSPITALS & CLINICSCarle Clinic200 Lerna Rd • Mattoon258-5900348-5900 • Charleston

Charleston Family Practice116 W Buchanan Ave.Charleston345-7700

Coles County Public Health825 18th St. • Charleston348-0530

Family Medical Center200 Richmond Ave. EastMattoon234-7400

\Kathleen Leveck, MDGynecology Obstetrics200 Lerna Rd. South • Mattoon258-5900

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center1000 Health Center Dr. • Mattoon258-2525348-2525 • Charleston

GOVERNMENTCharleston Police Dept.614 6th St.345-0060 or 348-5221

Charleston Fire Dept.Station #1 404 10th St.Station #2 1510 A. St.345-2132

Coles County CircuitClerk Courthouse520 Jackson Ave. • Charleston348-0516

Drivers License Bureau1010 E St. • Charleston345-74012020 Charleston Ave. • Mattoon234-4040

Mattoon Police Dept.1710 Wabash Ave.235-5451 or 235-2677

Mattoon Fire Dept.1812 Prairie Ave.234-2442

Mattoon City Clerk208 N. 19th235-5654

TRANSPORTATONAmtrak: National Rail Passenger ServiceFor Reservations & Schedules:1-800-872-7245

Xpress Rent-A-Car234-8855 or 348-5511

Checker Top Cab1904 Broadway • Mattoon234-7474

H & H Shuttle Services/Taxi Inc.1017 W. Madison • Charleston348-7433 (RIDE)

Greyhound Bus Lines1904 Broadway Ave. • Mattoon234-3333Fare & Schedule Information 1-800-231-2222

DENTISTSAffiliates in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery102 Professional Plz • Mattoon258-6212345-7070 • Charleston

Robert E Blagg1063 10th St. • Charleston345-3352

Charleston Family Dentistry903 18th St. • Charleston348-7770

Cross County Dental Center117 Holiday Road • Mattoon235-1101

Brian HastingsWilliam Havlik1017 Broadway Ave. • Mattoon235-0381

Vickie Havlik, DMD225 Richmond Ave. • Mattoon235-0448

Illinois Orthodontic Centers1502 Lake Land Blvd. • Mattoon234-6475

Philip B Kepp, DDSJennifer A Kennedy, DDSCheryl Beckmann, DDS601 Broadway Ave. • Mattoon235-0556

Khin W Laij, DDSLily K Laij, DDS1521 Wabash Ave. • Mattoon 235-5496

Scott D Martin, DDS224 W Grant • Charleston348-1610

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Ken Myracle, DMD117 Holiday Road • Mattoon235-1101

Pschirrer Family Dentistry1710 18th Street • Charleston345-5124

Steven W Seibert, DMD1720 S 18th St. • Charleston345-4867

Alisa Taylor225 Richmond Ave. E • Mattoon235-0448

Roger L Tomlin, DMD1521 Wabash Ave. • Mattoon235-5497

Katherine M Weber, DMD1063 10th Street • Charleston345-2178

Gregory G Yount, DMD225 Richmond Ave. • Mattoon,235-0434

Kim Yoolin1720 S. 18th St. • Charleston345-4867

ENTERTAINMENTCharleston Alley Theatre718 Monroe St. • Charleston235-2287

Charleston Community Theatre860 7th St.. • Charleston345-9661

Showplace 102509 Hurst Dr. • Mattoon234-8900For Showtimes800-326-6264

Will Rogers Theater705 Monroe Ave. • Charleston345-9222

Coles County Historical Society1320 Lafayette Ave. • Mattoon235-6744895 7th St. • Charleston345-2934

Lincoln Douglas Debate Museum126 East St. • Charleston345-7919

Tarble Arts CenterSouth 9th St. • Charleston581-2787

Doudna Fine Arts Center7th St. & Hayes Ave • Charleston581-3110

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Preparation Paramount for Tomorrow's College Students

(MS) -- As the admissionsprocess at the nation's bestschools grows increasingly com-petitive, how and when studentsprepare for college entranceexams could determine wherethey spend the next four yearsand beyond.

Recognizing the importantrole planning and preparationplays during the college decision-making process, Revolution Prep,the largest on-campus test prepprovider, offers the following tipsto students and parents alike.

* Prepare for the admissionsprocess early. Every parent andstudent knows students don'tsimply show up on campus thefirst day of school and gain ad-mittance to college. However,many parents struggle to under-stand just what needs to be doneand when to help their studentstand out among the rest. It's crit-ical to research in advance the re-quirements of the colleges onyour wish list and map out atimeline. Will your student takethe PSAT? AP Exams? SAT Sub-

ject Tests? When do studentshave to start taking the SAT orACT test so they can retake it ifthey want to? Creating a plan willgive you peace of mind and alle-viate the stress of not knowing ifyou've missed a crucial deadline.

* Take the SAT or ACT examsas seriously as you take yourGPA. While a student's resume ismore than just test scores, eventhe most impressive applicationcan take a hit without a solid per-formance on exams like the SATor ACT test.

For example, at the most com-petitive colleges, a student'schance of admission could asmuch as double with each 200point score increase on the SAT.In addition, it has been shownthat 25 percent of the college ad-missions decision is based on astudent's SAT/ACT test score. Inspite of that, the average studenttypically spends just 10 hourspreparing for such tests vs. 1000+hours on activities such as sportsor community service, that havethe same weight. This is a good

reason to investigate an SAT orACT test course for your childwhich can provide 50+ hours ofprep time -- 5 times the average.

* Preparing for the tests is notone size fits all. Your studentshould take a practice test to findout if the SAT or ACT test is bestfor him or her (and the selectedcolleges) and then research whattype of test prep works for yourstudent's learning style. Somestudents are disciplined enoughto work on their own and othersprefer an on-campus class thatthey can attend with theirfriends. Some students may finda more flexible schedule and liveonline classes with the option toview missed classes work best forthem. And higher-scoring stu-dents may prefer private tutoringto focus on a few key areas.

Whatever option you choose,make sure it allows personaliza-tion for your child and the com-pany has a solid curriculum andteaching philosophy.

* Learn the mental tricks ofthe trade. Success on the SAT or

ACT test is not only about know-ing the material. In fact, studentswho train their minds to handlethe stress of the test often scorebetter than those who take apurely academic approach to testpreparation.

Some tricks of the trade in-clude:

- Do your homework in a noisyarea to practice focusing for longstretches of time and try to simu-late the test experience as closelyas possible every time you prac-tice.

- Take as many full-lengthpractice tests as possible in a re-alistic environment. Not onlydoes each practice test tradition-ally show a score improvementfrom learning the techniques, butit helps students gain needed con-fidence and conquer the distrac-tions of test day in advance. Thenon test day students can focus onsolving the problems instead ofthe annoying person next to themtapping the pencil.

- Make post-test plans afterthe test and not ahead of time.Students who have a date orother social engagement lined upafter the test are more likely to bedistracted during the test thanthose who keep their post-testschedules free.

Planning for Student Success

Much of a student's successwith respect to the college admis-sions process rests with how muchthat student and his or her familyhas prepared. Leading test prepa-ration provider Revolution Prepoffers the following timeline forparents and students to easilynavigate the process from start tofinish.

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Senior YearJuly - December: Last chance for testprep and to take SAT/ACT test and/orSAT Subject TestsJuly - December: College applicationsand essaysApril - June: AP Exams

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Pros and Cons to Commuter Schools and Dorm Living(MS) - Each year, thousands of

students attend colleges and uni-versities across the country.These students choose schools fora number of reasons, includingwhether the school is commuter-based or offers on-campus living.

There are advantages and dis-advantages to both scenarios. Ex-plore the benefits and downfallsof living arrangements before adecision is made.

Dorm LivingCollege is oftentimes a young

adult's first step toward inde-pendence. Before heading off tocollege, kids are typically housed,fed and clothed entirely by Momand Dad. The rules of the house-hold would have to be met, andthere may have been little roomfor personal space.

College students are responsi-ble for their own meals, schedul-ing and basic care. Parents arenot around to cater to their child'severy need, and kids also havethe freedom to choose their ownfriends.

While dorm living is advanta-geous to some, it can be difficultfor others to adapt. Individualswho are not self-regulated mayfind that not having an authorityfigure around causes them to be-come lax in their studies andoverall demeanor. They mayspend more time socializing thanfocusing on education. They alsomay learn a hard lesson aboutmanaging finances.

Dorm living is also costly.

There will be extra expenses fordorm rental, furnishings, foodand other necessities. Also, room-mates are common at most dor-mitories, and there's noguarantee that roommates willprove compatible.

Living on campus can also in-still feelings of isolation andhomesickness in some students.Such students often miss the sup-port system of home and havetrouble adapting to their new sur-roundings.

CommutingCommuting to school has ad-

vantages as well, most notablythe financial benefits. Studentsand their families won't have topay extra for a dorm room orapartment living by the school,and they can still enjoy meals athome and the conveniences ofhome life.

Commuter schools are gener-ally located in cities or townswith higher populations andmeans of transportation to get tothe school. Attending this type ofschool means students are not re-stricted to on-campus activities orschool functions. Students cancome and go as they please andstill have their "outside of school"life that they may be used to.

Comfort is also a benefit manystudents enjoy when commutingto school. Commuter students canstudy in the quiet of their ownroom and not be subjected to thesounds and events going onaround the dorm. Students also

don't have to share a space witha roommate or wonder aboutsafety issues from on-campus liv-ing.

However, many argue thatcommuter schools don't offer thesame college experience as oneswhere students live away fromhome. When commuting to school,students are typically still livingat home. Those still living athome are governed by parents'rules and regulations and maynot feel as independent as theiron-campus counterparts. Also,commuters often don't feel thesame involvement in the campuscommunity as those who live oncampus. When faced with attend-ing pep rallies, sports games orcampus events, commuters mightbe less likely to partake in theseactivities.

Commuting to school also re-quires students to factor the timeit takes to get to and from thecampus into their schedule, a con-sideration for students who arenot used to commuting. Thosewithout a vehicle of their ownmight find the commute espe-cially difficult and time-consum-ing.

Commuter schools and full-service campuses can each pro-vide a quality education as wellas distinct advantages and disad-vantages depending upon the stu-dent. Students should keep thesefactors in mind when choosingtheir university or college.

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No matter what the economytrends are, saving money andmaking money with consignmentshops just makes good sense.Many people confuse consign-ment and resale shops with thriftstores, but the truth of the matteris a good consignment shop caneasily become your favorite placeto shop and make a little extracash.

Depending on the consign-ment shop, their stock may belimited to specific types of items

or they may resemble departmentstores and carry a little bit ofeverything. The one thing thatthe seller must consider in choos-ing to make some extra cash withthe consignment shop is thestore’s appearance. Many modernconsignment and resale shops aresomething like designer bou-tiques carrying only name brandmerchandise and high-qualityitems.

If you are looking to makemoney using a consignment shop,before you gather your items totake to the shop go and visit thestore. The store should be clean,brightly lit, and well organized.

The nicer the displays are in theconsignment store, the morelikely it is that your merchandisewill be looked at and sold.

You may also want to considerlooking for a specialized consign-ment shop. Recycling your con-sumer electronics by offeringthem for sale at a consignmentshop makes no sense if the store’sprimary merchandise is clothing.

Most consignment shops willset the prices for you based ontheir knowledge of what cus-tomers are willing to pay. Gener-ally, prices are higher at aconsignment shop than at thriftstores, but the quality is usuallybetter as well . When making

money via consignment shops, besure to ask, what percentage theshop takes and how long they willkeep items before offering themat discounted prices. Most con-signment shops charge approxi-mately 35%, or basically one thirdof the selling price, as their com-mission for the item.

Once you've checked out thebest consignment shops for list-ing your recycled goods to makemoney, it is also a good idea to ex-amine the stores for great bar-gains and other savings. Almostalways you can purchase quality,used clothing at about 50% of itsoriginal price at consignmentshops. You can save even more

with consignment store shoppingif you shop at end of season sales.Getting to know the shop's owneror manager can also result in ad-ditional savings when they alertyou to upcoming sales. They canalso be a great place to buy gifts.

The key to saving the mostmoney using consignment shopsis to buy during the off-season,buying winter clothes at the be-ginning of summer and viceversa. The key to making themost money using consignmentshops is making sure your prod-ucts are in the store at the begin-ning of the season, are in goodrepair, and represent classic orfashionable styling.

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(MS) - Four white walls, acloset and, if you're lucky, adesk ... welcome to your newhome, college students. Asdreary as a dorm room canseem, a few simple steps caneasily transform that drabdorm room into a space you'llwant to come home to in a feweasy steps.

Bed Bath & Beyond suggestsa few tips to help college stu-dents and their parents getstarted.

"You don't need to be an in-terior designer or worry aboutbreaking the bank," commentedCatherine Gentile of Bed Bath& Beyond. "Focus on a few keyareas to bring your personalityand affordable style to decoratethis blank canvas."

* Don't "Bare" with it. Barewalls and floors don't increasethe cozy factor. Start with anarea rug to add a focal point inthe room while providing thecreature comforts of home tobare feet. Next consider yourwalls, choose wall art that does-n't require mounting with ahammer and nails (a no-no inmost dormitories). Consider aset of 3 dry erase "wall pops"that peel and stick and can be

moved to change them up on awhim.

* Make your bed (really, re-ally comfy). Layer in the com-fort to take the standard issuedorm bed to the next level!Since you won't know whereyour mattress has been, encaseit in an Entomologist lab testedand recommended AllergyLuxe(R) bed bug mattress pro-tector to keep the bed bugs atbay. Then smooth out the lumpsand bumps with a mattress top-per of your choice, be it feather,fiber or foam.

* Bedding is the biggestdecor bang for the buck. Whensearching for bedding, first findout if your new bed is twin extralong, a slightly longer twin bedsize which is commonly foundin dorm rooms. Since the bed istypically the biggest decor piecein the room, it's the easiest wayto make a statement. This year,affordable fashion bedding op-tions abound from flirty floraldesigns to bold bright colors forgirls, to masculine stripes andplaids or solid reversible setsfor guys. Nautica(R) takes thepopular cotton jersey knit a stepfurther in their "Glen Cove" setthat includes a jersey knit com-forter.

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When trying to figure outhow to fit all of your worldlypossessions into a small space,

remember these simple tips: - Stack it. Add colorful totes

on top of shelves to keep thingsneat and organized while alsoadding a pop of color through-out your space.

- Stow it. Look for pieces thatmultitask like a storage ot-toman that provides storageand seating space and even hasa lid that when turned upsidedown doubles as a table or lapdesk.

- Hang it. Make your closetwork for you. First, use thesame type of hanger to createuniformity. Select a set ofRazor(TM) thin hangers thatare made from eco-friendly re-cycled ABS plastic, and have anultra slim design to save space.Then use a double hang closetrod that you can adjust hori-zontally and vertically to findthe right fit for what you need.Simply hang on your existingcloset rod and -- voila, you nowhave twice the space. Then usethe additional space to createshelving. Use gearbox organiz-ers and choose a 6 shelf forclothing or 10 shelf for shoesand accessories.

- Hide it. Start under the bedby attaching a set of bed lifts tothe bottom of your bedposts togain up to 7 precious inches ofstorage space. Use underbedbags to store items you don'tneed to access all the time, in-cluding off-season clothing,extra bedding and shoes.

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Creatures That Go "Bite" in the Night

(MS) - Bed bugs wait for dark,snuggle up beside unsuspectingsleepers and take a bite beforescattering when the lights comeon.

The above mentioned scenariohappens on college campuses

across the country every year.Bed bugs are a scourge that areaffecting college students regard-less of geography.

Bed bugs are flat, oval, apple-seed sized insects that feed onblood. These brown-red bugs

often lie in wait in the crevices ofbed sheets and mattresses until itis dark and a meal host is asleep.They can feed anywhere from 3 to10 minutes at a time. Many timesa person does not even know heor she has been bitten unless a

welt or another mark has beenleft behind.

Bed bugs are not easily con-trolled. They multiply rapidly --females can produce generally500 eggs in their six to 12 monthsof life. The bugs are also good athitching rides on clothing, linensand luggage. If one room in a dor-mitory has a bed bug problem, it'slikely that others do, too, or willshortly. Bed bugs can also bebrought home from transient stu-dents. When visiting Mom andDad during a holiday, a studentcan transfer bed bugs from cam-pus to his or her own abode.

No one really knows why bedbugs have experienced a resur-gence. Some surmise that reasonsinclude changes in pest controlpractices, increased internationaltravel and fewer pesticides beingavailable to pest-control compa-nies. To avoid bed bugs in a dormroom, college kids should considerthese methods of preventing in-festation.

* Do not furnish a room withused furniture. Unless certain the

sofa or bed is bed bug free, it'sbest to leave it alone and look forother furnishings. Pass up thatcouch found on the curb. While itmay be free, there's no tellingwhether or not it's infested withbed bugs.

* Students who suspect bedbugs should carefully inspecttheir belongings for hitchhikers.Look in the folds of clothing, pock-ets, zippered areas, etc. Bed bugswill retreat to concealed loca-tions.

* Keep the room as clutter-freeas possible.

* Launder clothes and linensfrequently in hot water, whichkills bed bugs.

* Consider using a mattresscover to prevent bed bugs fromburrowing inside.

If a bed bug problem is sus-pected in a dorm room, studenthousing should be contacted toremedy the situation profession-ally. As mentioned, bed bugs canbe difficult to eradicate, and ittakes professional measures to doit correctly.

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(MS) - The font type and sizeused to print documents canmean the difference betweenbeing green and using more inkand paper, according to re-search.

Think back to high school oreven college. Teachers often setguidelines for typed reports andterm papers. They specified thefont and margin size for a rea-son. Otherwise students woulduse extra-wide margins and

turn in a paper typed at 16point size to easily meet thepage number requirements ofthe assignment.

By reversing that logic, onecan reduce the amount of paperand ink used for any printeddocuments and be green in theprocess.

Font FactsCertain fonts are used for

readability and cross-platform

compatability. However, thesereadable fonts may not con-serve as much ink as other op-tions. The key is to find abalance.

Serif fonts, or those thathave small lines and decorativeedges, tend to require less inkthan wider, sans-serif options.Also, fonts that have the word"narrow," "thin" or "condensed"in their names generally useless ink as well.

Printer.com, a Dutch com-pany that evaluates printer at-tributes, has studied the fontsituation and compiled infor-mation on what fonts may saveink, and thus money and en-ergy. Times New Roman andCentury Gothic, for example,use less ink than popular Arial.Simply by changing the defaultfont to Times New Roman cansave about 30 percent less ink.With the average printer car-tridge or toner costing $10 ormore, that adds up to consider-able savings over the course of ayear.

It is also recommended touse the "draft" setting of theprinter when printing less im-portant documents because thissetting reduces the saturationof ink.

Paper CutbacksWhile changing a font type

certainly can make a differencein ink usage, the bulk of the en-vironmental benefits come fromreduced paper usage.

To achieve this, a condensedfont combined with small mar-gins and a smaller, yet stillreadable point size can increasethe amount of text that fits on a

standard page. Thus, fewerpages need to be used whenprinting. This trick paired withprinting on both sides of thepaper greatly reduces theamount of paper used for regu-lar printing needs.

Pickier PrintingOf course, being selective

about what is printed is anideal way to reduce paperusage. Many companies and in-dividuals are opting for elec-tronic statements, e-mails andthe like, which are viewed onthe monitor and saved as digi-tal files. This reduces paperusage and extra trash.

The average Americanhousehold can save on 6.6pounds of paper and 171pounds of greenhouse gasessimply by switching to elec-tronic statements. While thatbenefits the earth, it also re-duces clutter inside of the homein terms of filed paperwork andexcess mail.

It doesn't take a lot of effortto go green. Small changes likea change in font and point sizecan help individuals do theirpart.

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(MS) - Today's college studentsare busier than ever before. Tu-ition hikes and higher cost of liv-ing has forced many collegestudents to work part-time jobs inaddition to their full-time jobs asstudents.

In addition to the need towork, college students are alsoembracing extracurricular activi-ties in an attempt to make them-selves stand out in anincreasingly competitive post-col-lege job market.

While that ability to multi-task might one day prove attrac-tive to prospective employers, it'san ability many students mustlearn. Time is often a commodityfor college students, and manag-ing time effectively can make thedifference between a successfulstudent and one who is over-whelmed by stress.

* Learn to prioritize. For somecollege students, the weekend isthe ultimate priority. Though thismight be a recipe for fun, it's nota recipe for success. Prioritizingboth academic and social commit-ments is a very important step forstudents looking to manage timemore effectively.

First and foremost, schoolshould be a student's top priority.After studies, it's up to a studentto choose what's the next mostimportant priority. This is oftenvery difficult, as colleges typicallyoffer a bevy of activities to stu-dents. Socializing is an importantaspect of college life, but studentsmust be careful not to place so-cializing too far up the totem poleof their priorities. When prioritiz-ing, it's best to keep in mind edu-cation comes first. Keep schooland school-related activities highon the list of priorities.

* Don't over-extend. Many stu-dents love college for the very rea-son that there is so much to do. Inan effort to ensure all studentsmake the most of their college ex-periences, colleges and universi-ties provide many differentavenues by which students canexpress themselves and become apart of the college community'sfabric. However, with all those ac-tivities, it's easy for college kids togo overboard and over-committhemselves. Attempting to do toomuch can lead to feelings of stressand burnout, often resulting inpoorer academic performance.

When managing time, college stu-dents should schedule some dailytime to relax and take a breather.

* Keep a planner. Daily plan-ners might seem very adult, butthey're also very practical. Stu-dents with academic, extracurric-ular and social commitmentsshould write things down in adaily planner to help keep theirheads from spinning. Largerthings like midterm exams or re-

search papers don't need to be in-cluded in a daily planner. Butsmaller details that tend to getlost in the shuffle should be writ-ten down to help students stay ontrack and make the most of all oftheir commitments.

* Stay as flexible as possible.While today's busy college stu-dents might scoff at the sugges-tion they stay flexible, flexibilityis an important element of time

management. Few plans ever gooff without a hitch, no matter howwell planned they are. Somethingunexpected tends to pop uparound every corner. By remain-ing flexible with their time, stu-dents are putting themselves inpositions to better handle theseunexpected surprises, be it a sick-ness, a computer crash, car trou-bles, etc.

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(MS) - Grade point average, orGPA, is a number that followsstudents through high school andcollege. An often accurate repre-sentation of a student's academicperformance, GPA is alwayschanging, giving students con-stant opportunities to improve asa result.

A GPA is a cumulative num-ber that represents grades as anumerical value divided by thenumber of courses taken. Thehigher a student's GPA, the bet-ter that student has performed inschool. Colleges may base accept-ances on high school GPA and ad-ditional aptitude tests, includingthe SAT exam. Once in a collegeor university, a student's GPA canearn him or her academic awardsand advancements. Students hop-ing to boost their GPA shouldkeep the following tips in mind.

* Keep course load in mind.High schoolers may not be able todictate the number of classes theytake, but they can limit their ex-tracurricular activities or extra-credit projects. For collegestudents, don't try to pack yourschedule full of classes. Too manyclasses can make it difficult to de-vote adequate study time to eachclass. Taking six classes and get-ting a C in each is less beneficial

than taking five classes and earn-ing straight As.

* Focus on the big picture in-stead of just the grade. When inclass, do your best to pay atten-tion, learn and study. Changingyour approach to focus on learn-ing, rather than having a specificgrade in mind, will lessen thepressure and make your goalsmore attainable.

* Don't procrastinate. Do as-signments promptly to allow forproofreading and reworking, ifnecessary. For example, if youhave a writing assignment due,give yourself time for rewrites.Chances are if you edit your ma-terial, the final copy will be bet-ter than the first draft. Doing theassignment the night before it isdue gives you little time for revi-sion.

* Ask the instructor for assis-tance. Use your teacher as asounding board for ideas. If youdo assignments early, you can getthe teacher's feedback on whetheryou're taking the right path orshould explore another angle.Many teachers will be willing togive advice or steer you in theright direction. This can easilyboost your grade and show him orher that you're putting in the ef-fort.

* Give all classes equal atten-tion. Some college students padtheir schedule with one or two"easy" classes in an effort to boosttheir GPA. However, most timesthere's no such thing as an easyclass. Taking Introduction to As-tronomy or Horseback Riding 101simply because you think it willbe a breeze may backfire, espe-cially if you don't put the samelevel of effort into the course.That "easy" course can quicklyturn difficult if you're getting Dsbecause of lack of effort.

* Participate in class. Manyteachers and professors factorclass participation into theirgrading method. So while testsand homework may be important,the extra factor can be class par-ticipation. Don't expect to sitmum all semester and get a greatgrade. Your teacher wants to hearfrom you. Participation also canmake absorbing the material eas-ier because you're actively in-volved instead of playing aspectator's role.

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Growing enrollment at LLCmeans longer lines at the book-store. Lake Land College is tryingto help students avoid long linesand keep safe and out of the heatby starting the bookstore line in-doors. Textbook pick-up for thefall semester will be Aug. 18-27.

Students are strongly encour-aged to pick up their books beforeclasses start. Start the process inthe commons area in the North-west Building if picking up yourbooks on the following dates: Aug.18-19, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Aug.20, from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; and Aug.21, from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Start the process in the the-atre in the Student Servicesbuilding on these dates: Aug. 23-26, from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Aug.27, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Upon arrival, students will begiven a number, which will indi-cate when they will head over topick up their books from theBookstore. While lounging in com-fortable, air-conditioned rooms,computers will be available toprint booklists that are necessaryto receive textbooks. Stations fornew students to get a Student I.D.card will also be available; stu-dents just need to bring a current

photo I.D. With the new strategy,students are free to come and goat their leisure as long as they areback before their number iscalled. Numbers will be posted onoverhead projectors as well ascalled out over the intercom sys-tem. Anticipated waiting timeswill also be available.

“With increased enrollment,lines get longer, but the bookstoreonly has a set amount of physicalspace. We want to make this ex-perience as comfortable for thestudents as possible, so we movedeverything indoors,” ChristineWard, director of auxiliary serv-ices, said.

Lake Land College is one ofthe few colleges and universitiesacross the United States thatallow textbooks to be rented in-stead of purchased. This savesstudents up to $900 a year.

In addition, students in spe-cial academic programs may needto purchase their books and willbe allowed to do so Aug. 17. Stu-dents who need to pay late fees,unreturned textbooks or past duetuition will need to stop by the Ac-counting Office before rentingbooks.

Beat the heat! LLC bookpick-up to be held indoors (MS) - In light of the country's

economic downturn, few topicsare as prevalent as stress. In thecourse of the last year, many fam-ilies have suffered the loss of theirincome, and many more haveeven lost their homes.

The reality of a recession al-ways illustrates the problem ofstress. But for the nation's stu-dents, stress is a reality that, un-like economic woes, is morepermanent than it is temporary.Handling stress is a large part ofbeing successful in the classroom,particularly as students advancethrough high school and intohigher education. But handlingstress is different for everyone,and there are myriad healthyways in which students can copewith stress.

* Combine regular exercisewith a healthy diet. Studiesabound as to the mental benefitsof exercise. Exercise not only im-proves a person's physical health,but also has a positive impact onmood, oftentimes making it easierto cope with stress. Part of that is

because exercise relieves muscletension, which can build upgreatly in individuals sufferingfrom significant stress. In addi-tion, the negative effects of stresscan be weight gain and otherdamaging physical effects, mak-ing exercise especially importantfor those under constant stress.

While a healthy diet can bedifficult for the nation's collegestudents, that doesn't mean itisn't important. Recognizing that,many of the nation's universitieshave increased their efforts toprovide students with healthierfare at dining halls or other cam-pus eateries. Students shouldtake advantage of this wheneverand wherever possible. Eatingwell can also help reduce stress,as a balanced diet will provideboth the energy and nutrientsnecessary to handle a full load.

* Learn to take a breather.Adults often take breaks whengoing through the daily grind,and students should make noteand follow suit. Studying for toolong without taking a break can

be counterproductive, as concen-tration will begin to wane aftertoo long, making it increasinglydifficult to soak in studies. Sched-ule breaks into each study sess-sion, whether it's to go for a walk,jog or simply fit in a healthy meal.But don't allow break time to be-come too big a distraction.

* Determine the root cause ofthe stress. Work is typically theroot cause of adult stress, andschool is often the cause for stu-dents. Many students stretchthemselves too thin, hoping togain as much as they can fromtheir high school or college expe-rience and therefore filling theirschedules. But students who feelas though they're being pulled intoo many directions should dropan activity or two. For instance,playing a varsity sport whileholding down a part-time job andhaving a full courseload is simplydoing too much. If a class is get-ting to be too much to handle, stu-dents should consult a teacherand explain the situation.

* Don't be afraid to speakabout stress. Many students findit healthy and rejuvenating tosimply speak about their levels ofstress. This helps to get things offtheir chest, and it also inadver-tently gives them time away fromstudies. Be it sharing experienceswith stress among fellow stu-dents or simply talking to Momand Dad, students should speakabout stress in an effort to combatits ill effects.

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(MS) - The downward economyhas taken its toll on the housingmarket. Many people are choos-ing or finding it necessary to liveas renters rather than homeown-ers. Other renters are students,anxiously awaiting their first

foray into residential independ-ence. But these same people maybe unaware of how to safeguardtheir belongings in a rental situa-tion. Oftentimes renters mistak-enly forego financial protectionand are then left high and dry in

the event of a burglary, flood orfire.

Laptops, MP3 players, globalpositioning systems, jewelry, andcell phones are at the top of thelist for would-be thieves. Furni-ture and clothing are also expen-

sive to replace. The average per-son is estimated to have approxi-mately $20,000 in possessions. Ina rental property, individualssuch as a superintendent or land-lord may have access to yourhome, as may hired contractors.It's important to protect all ofyour belongings so you don't haveto pay out of pocket if somethingis taken or damaged.

Renting an apartment is notlike living in an on-campus dormor in a private residence, wherebelongings are typically coveredby a homeowners insurance pol-icy. Landlord's insurance onlyprotects the actual property -- notyour valuables or the cost of tem-porary housing -- and it doesn'tprotect you in case of a lawsuit.You should investigate rental in-surance, which is something that,despite the warnings, 80 percentof college and other renters do notdo, according to research.

"For a few hundred dollars ayear or less, you can purchase asolid renter's policy that coversprotection for your valuables -- upto $75,000 -- as well as protectionagainst personal liability," saidMario Morales, an underwritingmanager. "Imagine experiencinga fire or other disaster in yourapartment, and having to replaceall your valuables not to mentionall the furniture, pots, pans,dishes, and other necessities atyour own expense. Hopefully, youwon't have a theft or experience afire. But, if you did, you'd knowyour valuables were protected."

When safeguarding yourapartment and choosing a rentalinsurance policy, consider theseimportant tips:

* Ask whether the renters cov-erage pays actual cash value orreplacement cost. With "actualcash value," your coverage willpay only for what your propertywas worth at the time it wasdamaged or stolen, due to depre-ciation. "Replacement cost" cover-age will replace the item atcurrent prices.

* Take advantage of a discountfor multiple policies. Often insur-ance companies provide a dis-count when a person has multiplepolicies, such as renter's insur-ance, car insurance, or life insur-ance.

* Add extra protection forunique items with special value.For expensive items such as jew-elry, furs, fine arts, sterling silverflatware, antiques, and other col-lectibles, renters should add an"endorsement," which providesadditional protection above themonetary limits of a traditionalpolicy.

* Keep track of possessionswith a personal property inven-tory to help when filing claimsand keep a copy in a safe placeoutside the apartment. Expertssuggest every home have a per-sonal property inventory becauseit will help you determine the ap-proximate value of your posses-sions, and consequently, howmuch insurance you need to coveryour personal property.

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Blake Leitch is the 2010-2011student trustee at Lake Landwho cares about students’ con-cerns. He is a Veteran, a non-tra-ditional student, and mostimportantly, a new Dad. He re-cently sat down to talk aboutwhat's new at the college and howstudents can do their part in thecollege's sustainability project bybeing patient with the construc-tion.

What is new at LLC thisyear?

Leitch: I'm really excitedabout the newly renovated Learn-ing Resource Center, which willnow include an area where you

can have food and drinks! How-ever, you will also find top-of-the-line technology to help meet youracademic needs. It will give thestudents an adequate amount ofspace to study by themselves andeven rooms designated just forstudents to meet for peer studygroups.

As it was in the spring, whilethe renovation is being completedyou'll have to go to the NortheastBuilding for most of your libraryneeds. I recommend either look-ing for materials at www.lake-landcollege.edu/library or juststopping by NE 116 and askingfor help to find what you need.

What's fun to do at LLC?Leitch: I actually get this

question a lot, but I think there isa lot of fun things to do that don'tcost a lot. If you're looking forsome good, old fashioned fun,check out the free Student Activ-ity Board events, like a Whiffle-ball tournament, a mentalist,Frozen turkey bowling and mas-sages. The SAB activity period isfrom 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednes-days.

Also, LLC sporting events arefree for students. Our 7-foot bas-ketball player, Moussa Gueye, isdrawing national attention fromuniversity coaches, like Univer-sity of Illinois, Butler University,USC and University of Missouri.Come check him out this fall be-fore he joins the NBA!

Recently, I heard LLC is mak-ing some changes to be more"green." What is the collegedoing?

Leitch: LLC is converting allthe major buildings on campus togeothermal heating and cooling.Currently, the Learning ResourceCenter is being renovated to up-date the building and make itmore energy efficient. The North-west, Field House, Vo-Tech build-ings and the West BuildingAddition are also on the geother-mal system. With these changes,the college saves $320,000 peryear in energy costs and I thinkthat is something to be proud of.

Other systems the college usesto reduce energy costs are solarthermal and solar voltaic systemsand thin client technology. Thethin client technology reduces thecollege's use of electricity for tech-nology by 88 percent. In the verynear future, you will see windmills on campus, as there is aplan in place for one to be con-structed as soon as this fall, withmore coming in the future.

Likely in part because the col-lege has committed to creating amore sustainable future, it wasawarded a $2.5 million grant forgreen job training. The U.S. De-partment of Labor CommunityBased Job Training grant is for athree year project, which will helpcontinue to develop the educa-tional component of the college’sEnvision. Educate. Engage fora sustainable future initia-tive. Students enrolled in thegreen job technology programswill be eligible to apply for about$40,000 in scholarships offeredannually through the grant.

Recently, there seemed to bea lot of construction going on.What were they doing?

Leitch: Construction is al-ways a good sign of growth! Lastacademic year, LLC served morethan 20,000 students provingonce again LLC is the best choicefor higher education. Along withthe library renovation, the collegerecently completed two big proj-

ects. The newly expanded WestBuilding opened its doors forclasses last fall. The building nowhouses technology and agricul-ture classes and is about as en-ergy efficient as buildings come.If you haven't had a chance tocheck it out, I encourage you tomake the short walk. It is wellworth the trip.

I think all of this means it’s anexciting time to be a LLC student.All this work will make the cam-pus a better place for studentsnow and in the future.

Speaking of students, thereseemed to be more studentson campus last fall, has therebeen an increase in enroll-ment?

Leitch: You will certainly seemore students this year than everbefore in the history of Lake LandCollege. With that being saidthere will be more students inline to get books, more studentsthat will be getting tasty Sub-way®, and more students in thesame about of space.

I encourage you to get in-volved in as much as possible asthis will make this growing col-lege seem so much smaller. Someways to get involved are StudentGovernment, Student Ambassa-dors, Student Activity Board,Navigator News and the big vari-ety of clubs from the nursing clubto the Veterans Club.

LLC students have a lot to be excited about this fall

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In part thanks to a still strug-gling economy, recent graduatesare advised to have a Plan-Bwhen it comes to finding a jobafter graduation.

Although there seems to besome improvement in the em-ployment arena, unemploymentrates across North America con-tinue to be at all-time highs.What's more, companies have re-duced the percentage of on-cam-pus recruiting across the country,some by as much as 25 percent.That means that college and highschool graduates will be in thesame league as other job seekers -- pounding the pavement to findjobs.

As if the failing economy isn'tstressful enough, many graduatesare finding their degrees andstudy concentrations may be un-desireable at the moment. Stu-dents with concentrations in realestate, accounting, finance andother struggling sectors are fac-ing even choppier waters whenapplying for jobs. They may haveto think outside of the box or tem-porarily apply for a different typeof position until the job outlookimproves in their area of special-ization.

Individuals searching for theirfirst real job should consider the

following:* Don't rule out temporary po-

sitions. Some companies thatdon't have the cash for permanentemployees will use temp agenciesto fill in open spots in the organi-zation. While these positions maybe temporary, they get a person inthe door, their name on file and achance to display their work ethicto higher-ups. When a full-timeposition does open, a former tem-porary employee may have the in-sider advantage.

* Consider a different job sec-tor. While individuals may notwant to think about the degreethey've worked so hard for beingout of fashion, they may have toconsider this when job hunting.Because graduates have little tono real world job experience, thatbrand new degree in accountingdoesn't mean they can't apply fora job in customer service. Look atthe broad picture when seeking ajob and don't limit prospects.

* Networking really is key. Re-cent graduates are no doubt fa-miliar with the term networking.Although many people would liketo think they'll be hired based ontheir merits and experience,many times it's a "who you know"situation. Joining career groups,interning and keeping in touch

with individuals, volunteeringand any other interaction withpeople is a great way to get yourname out there. Recruiters aremore likely to hire someone whois recommended than a personwith just a well-written resume.

* Be on top of your game.Graduates have to ensure they'repolished thanks to the highlycompetitive nature of today's jobmarket. Common interview ques-tions should be well rehearsed sothey seem thought out but notrigid. Resumes should be concise,clear and free of any errors. In-terview wardrobe should be pro-fessional. Now is the time to takecare of all the smaller details thatcan lead to success.

* Don't get discouraged. In aperfect job market it can take afew months to land that first job.In a difficult economy, it will takeeven longer. Start your searchearly -- even before graduationlooms -- so that you will havetime. Also, consider having abackup plan for work, such as apart-time job so you will have in-come while you are seeking yourdream job. While it may not beideal, you will have some finan-cial freedom to wait out a full-time position that fits your goals.

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Each year, college kids acrossthe country face the difficult deci-sion of choosing a major. Someschools allow students to choose amajor at their own pace while oth-ers require students to pick amajor freshman year.

Though capricious college kidsare known to change their majorsfrom time to time, according tothe Princeton Review, a resourceto help students, parents and ed-ucators achieve the best results atevery stage of their educationalcareers, the following 10 majorsare the most popular among thenation's college students.

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Though these majors are pop-ular, the Princeton Review notesthey are not necessarily the ma-jors that garner the most demandin the job market, particularly inthe current economy. When choos-ing a major, it's best for studentsto choose a field that intereststhem, regardless of how popularor potentially lucrative that fieldmight be.

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(MS) - If college students couldhave one wish it might be to re-ceive a good education withouthaving to spend the next 20 yearspaying off massive student loansand credit card debt. The truth is,you can earn a great college edu-cation with less debt. All it takesis a little savvy money manage-ment and self control.

"There are more money issuesfor today's students than in any

other generation before them,"says Todd Romer, executive direc-tor of Young Money magazine.From the rising cost of college toluxuries like cell phones, today'scollege students often find them-selves with credit card debtmalaise by the time they dontheir cap and gown. Those lookingto avoid such a fate and take aproactive approach to debt shouldgive the following tips a try.

Use Credit Cards Sparingly"Getting a credit card is not a

bad idea," says Romer. Accordingto a recent study of student loanapplicants conducted by NellieMae, a leading provider of highereducation loans, 78 percent of allcollege students today have atleast one credit card. That said,Romer advises that students keeptheir credit card in the deepest

part of their wallet to use foremergencies and/or purchasesthey're fully capable of paying forwithin 30 days.

Romer also suggests that stu-dents call their credit card com-pany and request a $500spending limit on the card.

Create a weekly spendingplan

"In terms of taking charge ofyour finances, it really starts withknowing what you truly make,"says Romer. While more studentsare working than ever before,many still find they're spendingmore than they're earning.

"If you monitor your weeklyspending plan about twice aweek, you should be good to go,"adds Romer.

Think Hard About GraduateSchool

Some new grads who aren'tyet ready for the working worlddecide to attend graduate schoolimmediately after college. Whilethere are right reasons to go tograd school immediately afterearning a college education, stu-dents should be aware of the fi-nancial commitment graduateschool represents, not to mentionthe sacrfice of potentially valu-

able work experience while con-tinuing their education.

"Gaining work experience isvery important and you alwayshave the opportunity to go back tograd school," says Romer. "A lot oftimes, the company that you areemployed by has the ability topay half, if not all, of your gradschool expenses."

Invest, Invest, Invest ...While recent grads or current

students might be scraping pen-nies together, Romer notes thatsimply investing $25 to $50 permonth is enough to get started.

"Commit to learning how toinvest because of the power oftime and the power of compoundinterest," says Romer.

Romer adds that another ben-efit of students investing whileearning a college education ishow it actually alters spending inother areas of life.

"Once students see that theirmoney is beginning to work forthem, they might look at howthey're spending money on thingslike clothing," Romer says. "Theymight say, 'Maybe I don't needthat $80 pair of shoes.' They lookat their account and see it's grow-ing and want to be able to addmore to it."

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The Lake Land College VirgilH. Judge Learning Resource Cen-ter Building is the center of LLC'scampus. While this is normallyconvenient for students, as thebuilding is undergoing a majorrenovation, it means a lot of con-struction dust!

However, most people will ap-preciate the renovation project, asit is a part of the college's "Envi-sion. Educate. Engage for a sus-tainable future" initiative. Thebuilding is "going green" by beingplaced on the college's ever ex-panding list of buildings placed ona geothermal loop.

The renovation will make thespace much more energy efficient,but also more efficient for studentusage.

"The LRC renovations willbring to our college new innova-tive, technology-supported learn-ing spaces for our students," saidTina Stovall, vice president of stu-dent services. "Students have beeninvolved in the planning processand we have worked to incorpo-rate all that they asked to see in anew library."

The upper level will host vari-ous meeting and discussion roomsperfect for group projects, and bothlevels will have a number of seat-ing areas where students can read,study, or just lounge around withfriends.

As it was this spring, the LakeLand College library is still inNortheast 116. Judith Konesko, li-brary circulation assistant, as-sures that library staffers are stillready to assist students with anyof their library needs this spring.

She recommends students in needof materials to come see her orother staff members. Here, stu-dents can request a book to bepulled from the stacks and askquestions. Konesko said studentscan also utilize the library Website, www.lakelandcollege.edu/li-brary, to look up information andrequest materials.

Northeast 116 is also the loca-tion of the student copier and faxmachine.

Also, the library will now beopening at 7 a.m. to accommodatestudents and instructors with 8a.m. classes. Previously, the li-brary opened at 7:45 a.m.

The in-semester hours will beas follows:Monday – Thursday:7 a.m. to 9 p.m.Friday: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday: 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Sunday: Noon – 9 p.m.Weekend hours will begin Aug. 28.

To pick up library books, anLLC student identification carddoubles as a library card. However,students do have to stop by the li-brary with a driver's license orother identification to have a li-brary bar code placed on the backof your student ID card.

Also, reserved materials otherthan rented textbooks are held atthe library. If you go to www.lake-landcollege.edu/library and clickon the LINC Catalog, you cansearch for your instructor's fullname in the "author's name" fieldand see a list of material that in-structor has put on reserve.

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EIU Fall 2010 Academic CalendarTerm Opens - Aug 18Late Registration Begins ($25 Late Fee) - Aug 23First Class Day - Aug 23First-Half-Term Courses Begin - Aug 23Deadline to Add Courses - Aug 27Deadline to Submit Audit Requests 4:00 pm - Aug 31First Census Date (Count Day) - Sep 3Deadline to Withdraw from University OR Reduce

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(MS) - As any parent knows,the cost of college continues torise. According to College-Board.com, the average costs ata four-year, private universityfor the 2009-10 school year ex-ceeded $26,000.

That figure is daunting onits own, but when combinedwith the nation's strugglingeconomy the sticker price iseven more shocking. While par-ents are fully aware of the costsassociated with college, theymight not be aware of the manyways in which they can cut col-lege costs.

Though there's little parentscan do about lowering tuition,there are myriad ways to saveon other costs associated withcollege. Perhaps no tactic betterserves parents than planningahead. While many high schoolseniors don't know what to ex-pect when they first step oncampus, there are a few givensparents can plan for when itcomes to college life.

One such given is furnish-ings. While dorm rooms aren'takin to a 5-star hotel, parentswho plan ahead when furnish-ing their children's room cansave substantial amounts ofmoney. For instance, dorm

rooms are generally smallerthan a kid's normal room, re-quiring some careful planning ifhe or she plans to bring most oftheir things along to college.Parents of college bound young-sters should consider the fol-lowing tips courtesy ofStudentMarket.com, the pre-miere online resource for par-ents seeking to provide theircollege bound sons and daugh-ters with all the comforts ofhome at a fraction of the cost.

* Shop for multi-functionalitems. While today's college kidsmight not know what a compactdisc is, that doesn't mean theydon't need a place to store allthose DVDs and video games.When shopping for storageitems, consider multi-functionalitems that serve more than onepurpose. For instance, Student-Market.com features more than1,900 TV stands, many of whichboast ample storage space idealfor college kids living in acrowded dorm room.

But multi-functional itemsdon't stop at storage. For thosecollege kids lucky enough tohave room for a couch, futonsmake the ideal addition to anydorm room, acting as a couchduring the day time and dou-

bling up as a fold-out bed forthose weekend visits fromfriends back home.

* Go vertical. While dormrooms might not provide themost square footage, the ceilingheights are often average size.That makes dorm rooms idealfor going vertical. Based on con-sumer demand, StudentMar-ket.com offers a wide array ofitems allowing students andparents to do just that, includ-ing hundreds of bookcases invarying styles, and name branddressers that stretch verticallyinstead of horizontally, enablingstudents to save space andmoney.

* Hook it up. Hooks are an-other good friend of those whocall dorms home. Instead ofusing up valuable dresser andcloset space to hang coats,hangers and even bath towels,hooks hung up on the back ofthe dorm room door or insidethe closet door make use of ex-isting space many college kidsdon't routinely use.

* Think small. Furnishing adorm room is not the same asfurnishing a first apartment.When shopping for dorm rooms,think small.

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(MS) - In light of the globaleconomic downturn that began inlate 2008 and continues to makeits presence felt well into 2010,many of the nation's college stu-dents are wondering which fieldsmight prove recession-proof downthe road.

While there are no guaranteeswhen it comes to employment, arecent survey by Forbes magazinefound that the health care indus-try is the most solid at offering ca-reers with job security. In fact,according to the Bureau of LaborStatistics, March 2010 witnessedcontinued job growth within thehealth care industry, adding an-other 27,000 jobs.

Arguably no job proved morerecession-proof than that of regis-tered nurse. Of course, today's col-lege students and even recentcollege grads should know thatAmerica has experienced a na-tionwide shortage of registerednurses. While that's good news fornurses currently looking for work,it is unknown whether the nurs-ing shortage will last or thatnursing will remain a field whereopportunity abounds. Still, nurs-ing and residential care facilityhires totaled 9,000 in March 2010,

accounting for one-third of allhealth care industry hires thatmonth.

Tomorrow's financial advisorsmight also be looking at bright fu-tures. In spite of the economy, fi-nancial advisors figure to be inhigh demand. Economists notethat companies that suffered dur-ing the economic downturn mightbe in need of financial help to as-sist them and ensure they cansurvive the next recession. So inspite of a sometimes negativepublic perception of the financialindustry stemming from the eco-nomic downturn, the need for fi-nancial professionals will likelygrow stronger post-recession.

Another industry that figuresto continue growing in spite of therecession is the computer soft-ware industry. As companies in-creasingly embrace technology toperform more complex functions,graduates with a background incomputer systems, includingthose who majored in ComputerInformation Systems, can expecttheir forecast to remain very goodand salaries to continue beingamong the most attractive.

Some Careers Might BeRecession-Proof

Students, be they in highschool or college, often face toughdeadlines. Increasingly busyschedules has led many studentsto use questionable resourceswhen hurrying to finish assign-ments. The Internet offers awealth of content, much of whichis difficult to cite or verify. Unfor-tunately, this information oftenproves too tempting for studentsto ignore. While plagiarism haslong been an issue in the nation'sschools, the Internet has made iteven more prevalent.

The word "plagiarism" is a de-

rivative of a Latin word for kid-napping. More than 60 percent ofstudents have admitted to plagia-rism, according to a study fromRutgers University.

Plagiarism in the age of tech-nology isn't always black andwhite. Students might find it dif-ficult to determine what is rightand wrong regarding using mate-rial found online. However, pla-giarism is illegal, and in someschools it can result in a failinggrade or even suspension or ex-pulsion. A student with a historyof plagiarism might also find they

have credibility issues down theroad.

Most published works are pro-tected under The Copyright Act.Exceptions to the rule includecompilations of readily availableinformation, works published bythe government, facts that arecommonly known and not the re-sult of original research, and ma-terial in the public domain.Although not all material is copy-righted, students should alwayscite any materials of which theyare uncertain.

The easiest way to avoid pla-giarism is to use unique ideaswhen constructing reports andassignments. When using facts orphrases from research material,properly citing sources is the bestway to credit the original author.Paraphrasing important points isacceptable so long as the originalpoints are cited as resources.

When working on assign-ments, students must rememberthat borrowing too many words orideas from other individuals --even if properly cited -- is typi-cally not the way to a good grade.Professors want students to un-derstand the material and pres-ent that knowledge in a succinct,intelligent way.

Stealing Ideas in School PlagiarismWon't Make the Grade

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(MS) - Adults go back to schoolfor a variety of reasons. They mayhave personal accomplishmentgoals or their motivation could bepurely financial. Unemploymenthas recently led many individualsback to the classroom.

Many colleges and universitiesreport that re-entry or adult stu-dents are the new majority oncampus. Adults ages 25 to 69 areincreasingly enrolling in coursesaround the country.

Going back to school is a seri-ous undertaking. Not only is it aninvestment of time, but it is alsoan investment of money. For thosethinking about going back toschool, consider these questions.

1. Is now the right time? Thosegoing back to school because theythink it might provide better jobprospects or yield higher salariescould be mistaken. Many employ-ers are cutting continuing-educa-tion grants and scaling back onhires with advanced degrees.That's because companies arefeeling the heat of the recessionas well. Advanced degrees gener-ally mean having to pay an em-ployee a higher salary, somethingmany companies are not in a po-sition to do right now. Therefore,an advanced degree might provea hindrance in today's job marketand not become the financialwindfall some students expect. Ifthis is the case, delaying an ad-vanced degree for a few years maybe a more financially sound idea.

2. What are your goals? Indi-viduals need to examine theirlong- and short-term goals re-garding education. Goals shouldinclude whether time is availableto complete the degree. Some de-grees can take months or years tofinish, depending on how many

credits a person already has. Isthe goal to receive a completelydifferent degree and begin a newcareer? If so, adults should put itdown on paper so they have a def-inite goal in sight.

3. Are the finances available?Attending school is no small un-dertaking. Whether a public, pri-vate or online school, tuition cancost several thousand dollars peryear. Tests taken to be accepted toschool can cost money, and bookswill be needed for coursework. Ifmoney is tight right now, continu-ing school may not be the best op-tion, especially if high-interestloans are the only viable means tocontinuing education. However, ifthe finances are there and schoolwon't detract from other bills,then school might be the rightchoice.

4. What is the right school?Those who have a full-time jobcan look into a school that offersevening or weekend classes. Manyschools now offer online coursesthat allow individuals to takeclasses remotely. There is a grow-ing interest in schools that specif-ically specialize in online degrees.Such schools enable students totake classes on their own timeand complete assignments in amanner that's less time-specific.Continuing students who may nothave a spouse or children canmove around to the school ofchoice. Once again, finances fig-ure to play a major role when de-ciding on a school.

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Many colleges and universitiesreport that re-entry or adult stu-dents are the new majority oncampus. Adults ages 25 to 69 areincreasingly enrolling in coursesaround the country.

Going back to school is a seri-ous undertaking. Not only is it aninvestment of time, but it is alsoan investment of money. For thosethinking about going back toschool, consider these questions.

1. Is now the right time? Thosegoing back to school because theythink it might provide better jobprospects or yield higher salariescould be mistaken. Many employ-ers are cutting continuing-educa-tion grants and scaling back onhires with advanced degrees.That's because companies arefeeling the heat of the recessionas well. Advanced degrees gener-ally mean having to pay an em-ployee a higher salary, somethingmany companies are not in a po-sition to do right now. Therefore,an advanced degree might provea hindrance in today's job marketand not become the financialwindfall some students expect. Ifthis is the case, delaying an ad-vanced degree for a few years maybe a more financially sound idea.

2. What are your goals? Indi-viduals need to examine theirlong- and short-term goals re-garding education. Goals shouldinclude whether time is availableto complete the degree. Some de-grees can take months or years tofinish, depending on how many

credits a person already has. Isthe goal to receive a completelydifferent degree and begin a newcareer? If so, adults should put itdown on paper so they have a def-inite goal in sight.

3. Are the finances available?Attending school is no small un-dertaking. Whether a public, pri-vate or online school, tuition cancost several thousand dollars peryear. Tests taken to be accepted toschool can cost money, and bookswill be needed for coursework. Ifmoney is tight right now, continu-ing school may not be the best op-tion, especially if high-interestloans are the only viable means tocontinuing education. However, ifthe finances are there and schoolwon't detract from other bills,then school might be the rightchoice.

4. What is the right school?Those who have a full-time jobcan look into a school that offersevening or weekend classes. Manyschools now offer online coursesthat allow individuals to takeclasses remotely. There is a grow-ing interest in schools that specif-ically specialize in online degrees.Such schools enable students totake classes on their own timeand complete assignments in amanner that's less time-specific.Continuing students who may nothave a spouse or children canmove around to the school ofchoice. Once again, finances fig-ure to play a major role when de-ciding on a school.

5. Is a college degree reallynecessary? For many, continuingeducation doesn't mean headingto a college campus. It can involvetaking certificate programs andvocational training.

Answering Questions AboutContinuing Education

Want some good, clean familyfun, but on a budget? Lake Landsporting events offer big, qualityentertainment for a small cost.

"Lake Land sporting eventsare a family experience," saidDenny Throneburg, athletic di-rector. "We want it to be a funtime."

Baseball and softball eventsare free to the pubic. Volleyballand basketball are $3 for adults,$2 for students (LLC students arefree), $1 for senior citizens and

children under 6 are free.Throneburg personally invites

families to come to a sportingevent. In fact, he said that heknows many kids that requesttheir parents bring them togames because their friends at-tend and they get to shoot hoopsat half time of basketball games.

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(MS) - In light of the globaleconomic downturn that began inlate 2008 and continues to makeits presence felt well into 2010,many of the nation's college stu-dents are wondering which fieldsmight prove recession-proof downthe road.

While there are no guaranteeswhen it comes to employment, arecent survey by Forbes magazinefound that the health care indus-try is the most solid at offering ca-reers with job security. In fact,according to the Bureau of LaborStatistics, March 2010 witnessedcontinued job growth within thehealth care industry, adding an-other 27,000 jobs.

Arguably no job proved morerecession-proof than that of regis-tered nurse. Of course, today's col-lege students and even recentcollege grads should know thatAmerica has experienced a na-tionwide shortage of registerednurses. While that's good news fornurses currently looking for work,it is unknown whether the nurs-ing shortage will last or thatnursing will remain a field whereopportunity abounds. Still, nurs-ing and residential care facilityhires totaled 9,000 in March 2010,

accounting for one-third of allhealth care industry hires thatmonth.

Tomorrow's financial advisorsmight also be looking at bright fu-tures. In spite of the economy, fi-nancial advisors figure to be inhigh demand. Economists notethat companies that suffered dur-ing the economic downturn mightbe in need of financial help to as-sist them and ensure they cansurvive the next recession. So inspite of a sometimes negativepublic perception of the financialindustry stemming from the eco-nomic downturn, the need for fi-nancial professionals will likelygrow stronger post-recession.

Another industry that figuresto continue growing in spite of therecession is the computer soft-ware industry. As companies in-creasingly embrace technology toperform more complex functions,graduates with a background incomputer systems, includingthose who majored in ComputerInformation Systems, can expecttheir forecast to remain very goodand salaries to continue beingamong the most attractive.

Some Careers Might BeRecession-Proof

Students, be they in highschool or college, often face toughdeadlines. Increasingly busyschedules has led many studentsto use questionable resourceswhen hurrying to finish assign-ments. The Internet offers awealth of content, much of whichis difficult to cite or verify. Unfor-tunately, this information oftenproves too tempting for studentsto ignore. While plagiarism haslong been an issue in the nation'sschools, the Internet has made iteven more prevalent.

The word "plagiarism" is a de-

rivative of a Latin word for kid-napping. More than 60 percent ofstudents have admitted to plagia-rism, according to a study fromRutgers University.

Plagiarism in the age of tech-nology isn't always black andwhite. Students might find it dif-ficult to determine what is rightand wrong regarding using mate-rial found online. However, pla-giarism is illegal, and in someschools it can result in a failinggrade or even suspension or ex-pulsion. A student with a historyof plagiarism might also find they

have credibility issues down theroad.

Most published works are pro-tected under The Copyright Act.Exceptions to the rule includecompilations of readily availableinformation, works published bythe government, facts that arecommonly known and not the re-sult of original research, and ma-terial in the public domain.Although not all material is copy-righted, students should alwayscite any materials of which theyare uncertain.

The easiest way to avoid pla-giarism is to use unique ideaswhen constructing reports andassignments. When using facts orphrases from research material,properly citing sources is the bestway to credit the original author.Paraphrasing important points isacceptable so long as the originalpoints are cited as resources.

When working on assign-ments, students must rememberthat borrowing too many words orideas from other individuals --even if properly cited -- is typi-cally not the way to a good grade.Professors want students to un-derstand the material and pres-ent that knowledge in a succinct,intelligent way.

Stealing Ideas in School PlagiarismWon't Make the Grade

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However, most people will ap-preciate the renovation project, asit is a part of the college's "Envi-sion. Educate. Engage for a sus-tainable future" initiative. Thebuilding is "going green" by beingplaced on the college's ever ex-panding list of buildings placed ona geothermal loop.

The renovation will make thespace much more energy efficient,but also more efficient for studentusage.

"The LRC renovations willbring to our college new innova-tive, technology-supported learn-ing spaces for our students," saidTina Stovall, vice president of stu-dent services. "Students have beeninvolved in the planning processand we have worked to incorpo-rate all that they asked to see in anew library."

The upper level will host vari-ous meeting and discussion roomsperfect for group projects, and bothlevels will have a number of seat-ing areas where students can read,study, or just lounge around withfriends.

As it was this spring, the LakeLand College library is still inNortheast 116. Judith Konesko, li-brary circulation assistant, as-sures that library staffers are stillready to assist students with anyof their library needs this spring.

She recommends students in needof materials to come see her orother staff members. Here, stu-dents can request a book to bepulled from the stacks and askquestions. Konesko said studentscan also utilize the library Website, www.lakelandcollege.edu/li-brary, to look up information andrequest materials.

Northeast 116 is also the loca-tion of the student copier and faxmachine.

Also, the library will now beopening at 7 a.m. to accommodatestudents and instructors with 8a.m. classes. Previously, the li-brary opened at 7:45 a.m.

The in-semester hours will beas follows:Monday – Thursday:7 a.m. to 9 p.m.Friday: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday: 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Sunday: Noon – 9 p.m.Weekend hours will begin Aug. 28.

To pick up library books, anLLC student identification carddoubles as a library card. However,students do have to stop by the li-brary with a driver's license orother identification to have a li-brary bar code placed on the backof your student ID card.

Also, reserved materials otherthan rented textbooks are held atthe library. If you go to www.lake-landcollege.edu/library and clickon the LINC Catalog, you cansearch for your instructor's fullname in the "author's name" fieldand see a list of material that in-structor has put on reserve.

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Although there seems to besome improvement in the em-ployment arena, unemploymentrates across North America con-tinue to be at all-time highs.What's more, companies have re-duced the percentage of on-cam-pus recruiting across the country,some by as much as 25 percent.That means that college and highschool graduates will be in thesame league as other job seekers -- pounding the pavement to findjobs.

As if the failing economy isn'tstressful enough, many graduatesare finding their degrees andstudy concentrations may be un-desireable at the moment. Stu-dents with concentrations in realestate, accounting, finance andother struggling sectors are fac-ing even choppier waters whenapplying for jobs. They may haveto think outside of the box or tem-porarily apply for a different typeof position until the job outlookimproves in their area of special-ization.

Individuals searching for theirfirst real job should consider the

following:* Don't rule out temporary po-

sitions. Some companies thatdon't have the cash for permanentemployees will use temp agenciesto fill in open spots in the organi-zation. While these positions maybe temporary, they get a person inthe door, their name on file and achance to display their work ethicto higher-ups. When a full-timeposition does open, a former tem-porary employee may have the in-sider advantage.

* Consider a different job sec-tor. While individuals may notwant to think about the degreethey've worked so hard for beingout of fashion, they may have toconsider this when job hunting.Because graduates have little tono real world job experience, thatbrand new degree in accountingdoesn't mean they can't apply fora job in customer service. Look atthe broad picture when seeking ajob and don't limit prospects.

* Networking really is key. Re-cent graduates are no doubt fa-miliar with the term networking.Although many people would liketo think they'll be hired based ontheir merits and experience,many times it's a "who you know"situation. Joining career groups,interning and keeping in touch

with individuals, volunteeringand any other interaction withpeople is a great way to get yourname out there. Recruiters aremore likely to hire someone whois recommended than a personwith just a well-written resume.

* Be on top of your game.Graduates have to ensure they'repolished thanks to the highlycompetitive nature of today's jobmarket. Common interview ques-tions should be well rehearsed sothey seem thought out but notrigid. Resumes should be concise,clear and free of any errors. In-terview wardrobe should be pro-fessional. Now is the time to takecare of all the smaller details thatcan lead to success.

* Don't get discouraged. In aperfect job market it can take afew months to land that first job.In a difficult economy, it will takeeven longer. Start your searchearly -- even before graduationlooms -- so that you will havetime. Also, consider having abackup plan for work, such as apart-time job so you will have in-come while you are seeking yourdream job. While it may not beideal, you will have some finan-cial freedom to wait out a full-time position that fits your goals.

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Each year, college kids acrossthe country face the difficult deci-sion of choosing a major. Someschools allow students to choose amajor at their own pace while oth-ers require students to pick amajor freshman year.

Though capricious college kidsare known to change their majorsfrom time to time, according tothe Princeton Review, a resourceto help students, parents and ed-ucators achieve the best results atevery stage of their educationalcareers, the following 10 majorsare the most popular among thenation's college students.

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Use Credit Cards Sparingly"Getting a credit card is not a

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"In terms of taking charge ofyour finances, it really starts withknowing what you truly make,"says Romer. While more studentsare working than ever before,many still find they're spendingmore than they're earning.

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"Gaining work experience isvery important and you alwayshave the opportunity to go back tograd school," says Romer. "A lot oftimes, the company that you areemployed by has the ability topay half, if not all, of your gradschool expenses."

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students might be scraping pen-nies together, Romer notes thatsimply investing $25 to $50 permonth is enough to get started.

"Commit to learning how toinvest because of the power oftime and the power of compoundinterest," says Romer.

Romer adds that another ben-efit of students investing whileearning a college education ishow it actually alters spending inother areas of life.

"Once students see that theirmoney is beginning to work forthem, they might look at howthey're spending money on thingslike clothing," Romer says. "Theymight say, 'Maybe I don't needthat $80 pair of shoes.' They lookat their account and see it's grow-ing and want to be able to addmore to it."

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(MS) - The downward economyhas taken its toll on the housingmarket. Many people are choos-ing or finding it necessary to liveas renters rather than homeown-ers. Other renters are students,anxiously awaiting their first

foray into residential independ-ence. But these same people maybe unaware of how to safeguardtheir belongings in a rental situa-tion. Oftentimes renters mistak-enly forego financial protectionand are then left high and dry in

the event of a burglary, flood orfire.

Laptops, MP3 players, globalpositioning systems, jewelry, andcell phones are at the top of thelist for would-be thieves. Furni-ture and clothing are also expen-

sive to replace. The average per-son is estimated to have approxi-mately $20,000 in possessions. Ina rental property, individualssuch as a superintendent or land-lord may have access to yourhome, as may hired contractors.It's important to protect all ofyour belongings so you don't haveto pay out of pocket if somethingis taken or damaged.

Renting an apartment is notlike living in an on-campus dormor in a private residence, wherebelongings are typically coveredby a homeowners insurance pol-icy. Landlord's insurance onlyprotects the actual property -- notyour valuables or the cost of tem-porary housing -- and it doesn'tprotect you in case of a lawsuit.You should investigate rental in-surance, which is something that,despite the warnings, 80 percentof college and other renters do notdo, according to research.

"For a few hundred dollars ayear or less, you can purchase asolid renter's policy that coversprotection for your valuables -- upto $75,000 -- as well as protectionagainst personal liability," saidMario Morales, an underwritingmanager. "Imagine experiencinga fire or other disaster in yourapartment, and having to replaceall your valuables not to mentionall the furniture, pots, pans,dishes, and other necessities atyour own expense. Hopefully, youwon't have a theft or experience afire. But, if you did, you'd knowyour valuables were protected."

When safeguarding yourapartment and choosing a rentalinsurance policy, consider theseimportant tips:

* Ask whether the renters cov-erage pays actual cash value orreplacement cost. With "actualcash value," your coverage willpay only for what your propertywas worth at the time it wasdamaged or stolen, due to depre-ciation. "Replacement cost" cover-age will replace the item atcurrent prices.

* Take advantage of a discountfor multiple policies. Often insur-ance companies provide a dis-count when a person has multiplepolicies, such as renter's insur-ance, car insurance, or life insur-ance.

* Add extra protection forunique items with special value.For expensive items such as jew-elry, furs, fine arts, sterling silverflatware, antiques, and other col-lectibles, renters should add an"endorsement," which providesadditional protection above themonetary limits of a traditionalpolicy.

* Keep track of possessionswith a personal property inven-tory to help when filing claimsand keep a copy in a safe placeoutside the apartment. Expertssuggest every home have a per-sonal property inventory becauseit will help you determine the ap-proximate value of your posses-sions, and consequently, howmuch insurance you need to coveryour personal property.

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Blake Leitch is the 2010-2011student trustee at Lake Landwho cares about students’ con-cerns. He is a Veteran, a non-tra-ditional student, and mostimportantly, a new Dad. He re-cently sat down to talk aboutwhat's new at the college and howstudents can do their part in thecollege's sustainability project bybeing patient with the construc-tion.

What is new at LLC thisyear?

Leitch: I'm really excitedabout the newly renovated Learn-ing Resource Center, which willnow include an area where you

can have food and drinks! How-ever, you will also find top-of-the-line technology to help meet youracademic needs. It will give thestudents an adequate amount ofspace to study by themselves andeven rooms designated just forstudents to meet for peer studygroups.

As it was in the spring, whilethe renovation is being completedyou'll have to go to the NortheastBuilding for most of your libraryneeds. I recommend either look-ing for materials at www.lake-landcollege.edu/library or juststopping by NE 116 and askingfor help to find what you need.

What's fun to do at LLC?Leitch: I actually get this

question a lot, but I think there isa lot of fun things to do that don'tcost a lot. If you're looking forsome good, old fashioned fun,check out the free Student Activ-ity Board events, like a Whiffle-ball tournament, a mentalist,Frozen turkey bowling and mas-sages. The SAB activity period isfrom 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednes-days.

Also, LLC sporting events arefree for students. Our 7-foot bas-ketball player, Moussa Gueye, isdrawing national attention fromuniversity coaches, like Univer-sity of Illinois, Butler University,USC and University of Missouri.Come check him out this fall be-fore he joins the NBA!

Recently, I heard LLC is mak-ing some changes to be more"green." What is the collegedoing?

Leitch: LLC is converting allthe major buildings on campus togeothermal heating and cooling.Currently, the Learning ResourceCenter is being renovated to up-date the building and make itmore energy efficient. The North-west, Field House, Vo-Tech build-ings and the West BuildingAddition are also on the geother-mal system. With these changes,the college saves $320,000 peryear in energy costs and I thinkthat is something to be proud of.

Other systems the college usesto reduce energy costs are solarthermal and solar voltaic systemsand thin client technology. Thethin client technology reduces thecollege's use of electricity for tech-nology by 88 percent. In the verynear future, you will see windmills on campus, as there is aplan in place for one to be con-structed as soon as this fall, withmore coming in the future.

Likely in part because the col-lege has committed to creating amore sustainable future, it wasawarded a $2.5 million grant forgreen job training. The U.S. De-partment of Labor CommunityBased Job Training grant is for athree year project, which will helpcontinue to develop the educa-tional component of the college’sEnvision. Educate. Engage fora sustainable future initia-tive. Students enrolled in thegreen job technology programswill be eligible to apply for about$40,000 in scholarships offeredannually through the grant.

Recently, there seemed to bea lot of construction going on.What were they doing?

Leitch: Construction is al-ways a good sign of growth! Lastacademic year, LLC served morethan 20,000 students provingonce again LLC is the best choicefor higher education. Along withthe library renovation, the collegerecently completed two big proj-

ects. The newly expanded WestBuilding opened its doors forclasses last fall. The building nowhouses technology and agricul-ture classes and is about as en-ergy efficient as buildings come.If you haven't had a chance tocheck it out, I encourage you tomake the short walk. It is wellworth the trip.

I think all of this means it’s anexciting time to be a LLC student.All this work will make the cam-pus a better place for studentsnow and in the future.

Speaking of students, thereseemed to be more studentson campus last fall, has therebeen an increase in enroll-ment?

Leitch: You will certainly seemore students this year than everbefore in the history of Lake LandCollege. With that being saidthere will be more students inline to get books, more studentsthat will be getting tasty Sub-way®, and more students in thesame about of space.

I encourage you to get in-volved in as much as possible asthis will make this growing col-lege seem so much smaller. Someways to get involved are StudentGovernment, Student Ambassa-dors, Student Activity Board,Navigator News and the big vari-ety of clubs from the nursing clubto the Veterans Club.

LLC students have a lot to be excited about this fall

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(MS) - Grade point average, orGPA, is a number that followsstudents through high school andcollege. An often accurate repre-sentation of a student's academicperformance, GPA is alwayschanging, giving students con-stant opportunities to improve asa result.

A GPA is a cumulative num-ber that represents grades as anumerical value divided by thenumber of courses taken. Thehigher a student's GPA, the bet-ter that student has performed inschool. Colleges may base accept-ances on high school GPA and ad-ditional aptitude tests, includingthe SAT exam. Once in a collegeor university, a student's GPA canearn him or her academic awardsand advancements. Students hop-ing to boost their GPA shouldkeep the following tips in mind.

* Keep course load in mind.High schoolers may not be able todictate the number of classes theytake, but they can limit their ex-tracurricular activities or extra-credit projects. For collegestudents, don't try to pack yourschedule full of classes. Too manyclasses can make it difficult to de-vote adequate study time to eachclass. Taking six classes and get-ting a C in each is less beneficial

than taking five classes and earn-ing straight As.

* Focus on the big picture in-stead of just the grade. When inclass, do your best to pay atten-tion, learn and study. Changingyour approach to focus on learn-ing, rather than having a specificgrade in mind, will lessen thepressure and make your goalsmore attainable.

* Don't procrastinate. Do as-signments promptly to allow forproofreading and reworking, ifnecessary. For example, if youhave a writing assignment due,give yourself time for rewrites.Chances are if you edit your ma-terial, the final copy will be bet-ter than the first draft. Doing theassignment the night before it isdue gives you little time for revi-sion.

* Ask the instructor for assis-tance. Use your teacher as asounding board for ideas. If youdo assignments early, you can getthe teacher's feedback on whetheryou're taking the right path orshould explore another angle.Many teachers will be willing togive advice or steer you in theright direction. This can easilyboost your grade and show him orher that you're putting in the ef-fort.

* Give all classes equal atten-tion. Some college students padtheir schedule with one or two"easy" classes in an effort to boosttheir GPA. However, most timesthere's no such thing as an easyclass. Taking Introduction to As-tronomy or Horseback Riding 101simply because you think it willbe a breeze may backfire, espe-cially if you don't put the samelevel of effort into the course.That "easy" course can quicklyturn difficult if you're getting Dsbecause of lack of effort.

* Participate in class. Manyteachers and professors factorclass participation into theirgrading method. So while testsand homework may be important,the extra factor can be class par-ticipation. Don't expect to sitmum all semester and get a greatgrade. Your teacher wants to hearfrom you. Participation also canmake absorbing the material eas-ier because you're actively in-volved instead of playing aspectator's role.

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Growing enrollment at LLCmeans longer lines at the book-store. Lake Land College is tryingto help students avoid long linesand keep safe and out of the heatby starting the bookstore line in-doors. Textbook pick-up for thefall semester will be Aug. 18-27.

Students are strongly encour-aged to pick up their books beforeclasses start. Start the process inthe commons area in the North-west Building if picking up yourbooks on the following dates: Aug.18-19, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Aug.20, from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; and Aug.21, from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Start the process in the the-atre in the Student Servicesbuilding on these dates: Aug. 23-26, from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Aug.27, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Upon arrival, students will begiven a number, which will indi-cate when they will head over topick up their books from theBookstore. While lounging in com-fortable, air-conditioned rooms,computers will be available toprint booklists that are necessaryto receive textbooks. Stations fornew students to get a Student I.D.card will also be available; stu-dents just need to bring a current

photo I.D. With the new strategy,students are free to come and goat their leisure as long as they areback before their number iscalled. Numbers will be posted onoverhead projectors as well ascalled out over the intercom sys-tem. Anticipated waiting timeswill also be available.

“With increased enrollment,lines get longer, but the bookstoreonly has a set amount of physicalspace. We want to make this ex-perience as comfortable for thestudents as possible, so we movedeverything indoors,” ChristineWard, director of auxiliary serv-ices, said.

Lake Land College is one ofthe few colleges and universitiesacross the United States thatallow textbooks to be rented in-stead of purchased. This savesstudents up to $900 a year.

In addition, students in spe-cial academic programs may needto purchase their books and willbe allowed to do so Aug. 17. Stu-dents who need to pay late fees,unreturned textbooks or past duetuition will need to stop by the Ac-counting Office before rentingbooks.

Beat the heat! LLC bookpick-up to be held indoors (MS) - In light of the country's

economic downturn, few topicsare as prevalent as stress. In thecourse of the last year, many fam-ilies have suffered the loss of theirincome, and many more haveeven lost their homes.

The reality of a recession al-ways illustrates the problem ofstress. But for the nation's stu-dents, stress is a reality that, un-like economic woes, is morepermanent than it is temporary.Handling stress is a large part ofbeing successful in the classroom,particularly as students advancethrough high school and intohigher education. But handlingstress is different for everyone,and there are myriad healthyways in which students can copewith stress.

* Combine regular exercisewith a healthy diet. Studiesabound as to the mental benefitsof exercise. Exercise not only im-proves a person's physical health,but also has a positive impact onmood, oftentimes making it easierto cope with stress. Part of that is

because exercise relieves muscletension, which can build upgreatly in individuals sufferingfrom significant stress. In addi-tion, the negative effects of stresscan be weight gain and otherdamaging physical effects, mak-ing exercise especially importantfor those under constant stress.

While a healthy diet can bedifficult for the nation's collegestudents, that doesn't mean itisn't important. Recognizing that,many of the nation's universitieshave increased their efforts toprovide students with healthierfare at dining halls or other cam-pus eateries. Students shouldtake advantage of this wheneverand wherever possible. Eatingwell can also help reduce stress,as a balanced diet will provideboth the energy and nutrientsnecessary to handle a full load.

* Learn to take a breather.Adults often take breaks whengoing through the daily grind,and students should make noteand follow suit. Studying for toolong without taking a break can

be counterproductive, as concen-tration will begin to wane aftertoo long, making it increasinglydifficult to soak in studies. Sched-ule breaks into each study sess-sion, whether it's to go for a walk,jog or simply fit in a healthy meal.But don't allow break time to be-come too big a distraction.

* Determine the root cause ofthe stress. Work is typically theroot cause of adult stress, andschool is often the cause for stu-dents. Many students stretchthemselves too thin, hoping togain as much as they can fromtheir high school or college expe-rience and therefore filling theirschedules. But students who feelas though they're being pulled intoo many directions should dropan activity or two. For instance,playing a varsity sport whileholding down a part-time job andhaving a full courseload is simplydoing too much. If a class is get-ting to be too much to handle, stu-dents should consult a teacherand explain the situation.

* Don't be afraid to speakabout stress. Many students findit healthy and rejuvenating tosimply speak about their levels ofstress. This helps to get things offtheir chest, and it also inadver-tently gives them time away fromstudies. Be it sharing experienceswith stress among fellow stu-dents or simply talking to Momand Dad, students should speakabout stress in an effort to combatits ill effects.

Handling the Stress of Being a Student

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(MS) - The font type and sizeused to print documents canmean the difference betweenbeing green and using more inkand paper, according to re-search.

Think back to high school oreven college. Teachers often setguidelines for typed reports andterm papers. They specified thefont and margin size for a rea-son. Otherwise students woulduse extra-wide margins and

turn in a paper typed at 16point size to easily meet thepage number requirements ofthe assignment.

By reversing that logic, onecan reduce the amount of paperand ink used for any printeddocuments and be green in theprocess.

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compatability. However, thesereadable fonts may not con-serve as much ink as other op-tions. The key is to find abalance.

Serif fonts, or those thathave small lines and decorativeedges, tend to require less inkthan wider, sans-serif options.Also, fonts that have the word"narrow," "thin" or "condensed"in their names generally useless ink as well.

Printer.com, a Dutch com-pany that evaluates printer at-tributes, has studied the fontsituation and compiled infor-mation on what fonts may saveink, and thus money and en-ergy. Times New Roman andCentury Gothic, for example,use less ink than popular Arial.Simply by changing the defaultfont to Times New Roman cansave about 30 percent less ink.With the average printer car-tridge or toner costing $10 ormore, that adds up to consider-able savings over the course of ayear.

It is also recommended touse the "draft" setting of theprinter when printing less im-portant documents because thissetting reduces the saturationof ink.

Paper CutbacksWhile changing a font type

certainly can make a differencein ink usage, the bulk of the en-vironmental benefits come fromreduced paper usage.

To achieve this, a condensedfont combined with small mar-gins and a smaller, yet stillreadable point size can increasethe amount of text that fits on a

standard page. Thus, fewerpages need to be used whenprinting. This trick paired withprinting on both sides of thepaper greatly reduces theamount of paper used for regu-lar printing needs.

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The average Americanhousehold can save on 6.6pounds of paper and 171pounds of greenhouse gasessimply by switching to elec-tronic statements. While thatbenefits the earth, it also re-duces clutter inside of the homein terms of filed paperwork andexcess mail.

It doesn't take a lot of effortto go green. Small changes likea change in font and point sizecan help individuals do theirpart.

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In addition to the need towork, college students are alsoembracing extracurricular activi-ties in an attempt to make them-selves stand out in anincreasingly competitive post-col-lege job market.

While that ability to multi-task might one day prove attrac-tive to prospective employers, it'san ability many students mustlearn. Time is often a commodityfor college students, and manag-ing time effectively can make thedifference between a successfulstudent and one who is over-whelmed by stress.

* Learn to prioritize. For somecollege students, the weekend isthe ultimate priority. Though thismight be a recipe for fun, it's nota recipe for success. Prioritizingboth academic and social commit-ments is a very important step forstudents looking to manage timemore effectively.

First and foremost, schoolshould be a student's top priority.After studies, it's up to a studentto choose what's the next mostimportant priority. This is oftenvery difficult, as colleges typicallyoffer a bevy of activities to stu-dents. Socializing is an importantaspect of college life, but studentsmust be careful not to place so-cializing too far up the totem poleof their priorities. When prioritiz-ing, it's best to keep in mind edu-cation comes first. Keep schooland school-related activities highon the list of priorities.

* Don't over-extend. Many stu-dents love college for the very rea-son that there is so much to do. Inan effort to ensure all studentsmake the most of their college ex-periences, colleges and universi-ties provide many differentavenues by which students canexpress themselves and become apart of the college community'sfabric. However, with all those ac-tivities, it's easy for college kids togo overboard and over-committhemselves. Attempting to do toomuch can lead to feelings of stressand burnout, often resulting inpoorer academic performance.

When managing time, college stu-dents should schedule some dailytime to relax and take a breather.

* Keep a planner. Daily plan-ners might seem very adult, butthey're also very practical. Stu-dents with academic, extracurric-ular and social commitmentsshould write things down in adaily planner to help keep theirheads from spinning. Largerthings like midterm exams or re-

search papers don't need to be in-cluded in a daily planner. Butsmaller details that tend to getlost in the shuffle should be writ-ten down to help students stay ontrack and make the most of all oftheir commitments.

* Stay as flexible as possible.While today's busy college stu-dents might scoff at the sugges-tion they stay flexible, flexibilityis an important element of time

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(MS) - Four white walls, acloset and, if you're lucky, adesk ... welcome to your newhome, college students. Asdreary as a dorm room canseem, a few simple steps caneasily transform that drabdorm room into a space you'llwant to come home to in a feweasy steps.

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* Don't "Bare" with it. Barewalls and floors don't increasethe cozy factor. Start with anarea rug to add a focal point inthe room while providing thecreature comforts of home tobare feet. Next consider yourwalls, choose wall art that does-n't require mounting with ahammer and nails (a no-no inmost dormitories). Consider aset of 3 dry erase "wall pops"that peel and stick and can be

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* Bedding is the biggestdecor bang for the buck. Whensearching for bedding, first findout if your new bed is twin extralong, a slightly longer twin bedsize which is commonly foundin dorm rooms. Since the bed istypically the biggest decor piecein the room, it's the easiest wayto make a statement. This year,affordable fashion bedding op-tions abound from flirty floraldesigns to bold bright colors forgirls, to masculine stripes andplaids or solid reversible setsfor guys. Nautica(R) takes thepopular cotton jersey knit a stepfurther in their "Glen Cove" setthat includes a jersey knit com-forter.

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Creatures That Go "Bite" in the Night

(MS) - Bed bugs wait for dark,snuggle up beside unsuspectingsleepers and take a bite beforescattering when the lights comeon.

The above mentioned scenariohappens on college campuses

across the country every year.Bed bugs are a scourge that areaffecting college students regard-less of geography.

Bed bugs are flat, oval, apple-seed sized insects that feed onblood. These brown-red bugs

often lie in wait in the crevices ofbed sheets and mattresses until itis dark and a meal host is asleep.They can feed anywhere from 3 to10 minutes at a time. Many timesa person does not even know heor she has been bitten unless a

welt or another mark has beenleft behind.

Bed bugs are not easily con-trolled. They multiply rapidly --females can produce generally500 eggs in their six to 12 monthsof life. The bugs are also good athitching rides on clothing, linensand luggage. If one room in a dor-mitory has a bed bug problem, it'slikely that others do, too, or willshortly. Bed bugs can also bebrought home from transient stu-dents. When visiting Mom andDad during a holiday, a studentcan transfer bed bugs from cam-pus to his or her own abode.

No one really knows why bedbugs have experienced a resur-gence. Some surmise that reasonsinclude changes in pest controlpractices, increased internationaltravel and fewer pesticides beingavailable to pest-control compa-nies. To avoid bed bugs in a dormroom, college kids should considerthese methods of preventing in-festation.

* Do not furnish a room withused furniture. Unless certain the

sofa or bed is bed bug free, it'sbest to leave it alone and look forother furnishings. Pass up thatcouch found on the curb. While itmay be free, there's no tellingwhether or not it's infested withbed bugs.

* Students who suspect bedbugs should carefully inspecttheir belongings for hitchhikers.Look in the folds of clothing, pock-ets, zippered areas, etc. Bed bugswill retreat to concealed loca-tions.

* Keep the room as clutter-freeas possible.

* Launder clothes and linensfrequently in hot water, whichkills bed bugs.

* Consider using a mattresscover to prevent bed bugs fromburrowing inside.

If a bed bug problem is sus-pected in a dorm room, studenthousing should be contacted toremedy the situation profession-ally. As mentioned, bed bugs canbe difficult to eradicate, and ittakes professional measures to doit correctly.

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Pros and Cons to Commuter Schools and Dorm Living(MS) - Each year, thousands of

students attend colleges and uni-versities across the country.These students choose schools fora number of reasons, includingwhether the school is commuter-based or offers on-campus living.

There are advantages and dis-advantages to both scenarios. Ex-plore the benefits and downfallsof living arrangements before adecision is made.

Dorm LivingCollege is oftentimes a young

adult's first step toward inde-pendence. Before heading off tocollege, kids are typically housed,fed and clothed entirely by Momand Dad. The rules of the house-hold would have to be met, andthere may have been little roomfor personal space.

College students are responsi-ble for their own meals, schedul-ing and basic care. Parents arenot around to cater to their child'severy need, and kids also havethe freedom to choose their ownfriends.

While dorm living is advanta-geous to some, it can be difficultfor others to adapt. Individualswho are not self-regulated mayfind that not having an authorityfigure around causes them to be-come lax in their studies andoverall demeanor. They mayspend more time socializing thanfocusing on education. They alsomay learn a hard lesson aboutmanaging finances.

Dorm living is also costly.

There will be extra expenses fordorm rental, furnishings, foodand other necessities. Also, room-mates are common at most dor-mitories, and there's noguarantee that roommates willprove compatible.

Living on campus can also in-still feelings of isolation andhomesickness in some students.Such students often miss the sup-port system of home and havetrouble adapting to their new sur-roundings.

CommutingCommuting to school has ad-

vantages as well, most notablythe financial benefits. Studentsand their families won't have topay extra for a dorm room orapartment living by the school,and they can still enjoy meals athome and the conveniences ofhome life.

Commuter schools are gener-ally located in cities or townswith higher populations andmeans of transportation to get tothe school. Attending this type ofschool means students are not re-stricted to on-campus activities orschool functions. Students cancome and go as they please andstill have their "outside of school"life that they may be used to.

Comfort is also a benefit manystudents enjoy when commutingto school. Commuter students canstudy in the quiet of their ownroom and not be subjected to thesounds and events going onaround the dorm. Students also

don't have to share a space witha roommate or wonder aboutsafety issues from on-campus liv-ing.

However, many argue thatcommuter schools don't offer thesame college experience as oneswhere students live away fromhome. When commuting to school,students are typically still livingat home. Those still living athome are governed by parents'rules and regulations and maynot feel as independent as theiron-campus counterparts. Also,commuters often don't feel thesame involvement in the campuscommunity as those who live oncampus. When faced with attend-ing pep rallies, sports games orcampus events, commuters mightbe less likely to partake in theseactivities.

Commuting to school also re-quires students to factor the timeit takes to get to and from thecampus into their schedule, a con-sideration for students who arenot used to commuting. Thosewithout a vehicle of their ownmight find the commute espe-cially difficult and time-consum-ing.

Commuter schools and full-service campuses can each pro-vide a quality education as wellas distinct advantages and disad-vantages depending upon the stu-dent. Students should keep thesefactors in mind when choosingtheir university or college.

Local consignment stores havenoticed college students are be-coming an increasing part of theirbusiness.

No matter what the economytrends are, saving money andmaking money with consignmentshops just makes good sense.Many people confuse consign-ment and resale shops with thriftstores, but the truth of the matteris a good consignment shop caneasily become your favorite placeto shop and make a little extracash.

Depending on the consign-ment shop, their stock may belimited to specific types of items

or they may resemble departmentstores and carry a little bit ofeverything. The one thing thatthe seller must consider in choos-ing to make some extra cash withthe consignment shop is thestore’s appearance. Many modernconsignment and resale shops aresomething like designer bou-tiques carrying only name brandmerchandise and high-qualityitems.

If you are looking to makemoney using a consignment shop,before you gather your items totake to the shop go and visit thestore. The store should be clean,brightly lit, and well organized.

The nicer the displays are in theconsignment store, the morelikely it is that your merchandisewill be looked at and sold.

You may also want to considerlooking for a specialized consign-ment shop. Recycling your con-sumer electronics by offeringthem for sale at a consignmentshop makes no sense if the store’sprimary merchandise is clothing.

Most consignment shops willset the prices for you based ontheir knowledge of what cus-tomers are willing to pay. Gener-ally, prices are higher at aconsignment shop than at thriftstores, but the quality is usuallybetter as well . When making

money via consignment shops, besure to ask, what percentage theshop takes and how long they willkeep items before offering themat discounted prices. Most con-signment shops charge approxi-mately 35%, or basically one thirdof the selling price, as their com-mission for the item.

Once you've checked out thebest consignment shops for list-ing your recycled goods to makemoney, it is also a good idea to ex-amine the stores for great bar-gains and other savings. Almostalways you can purchase quality,used clothing at about 50% of itsoriginal price at consignmentshops. You can save even more

with consignment store shoppingif you shop at end of season sales.Getting to know the shop's owneror manager can also result in ad-ditional savings when they alertyou to upcoming sales. They canalso be a great place to buy gifts.

The key to saving the mostmoney using consignment shopsis to buy during the off-season,buying winter clothes at the be-ginning of summer and viceversa. The key to making themost money using consignmentshops is making sure your prod-ucts are in the store at the begin-ning of the season, are in goodrepair, and represent classic orfashionable styling.

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Preparation Paramount for Tomorrow's College Students

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Recognizing the importantrole planning and preparationplays during the college decision-making process, Revolution Prep,the largest on-campus test prepprovider, offers the following tipsto students and parents alike.

* Prepare for the admissionsprocess early. Every parent andstudent knows students don'tsimply show up on campus thefirst day of school and gain ad-mittance to college. However,many parents struggle to under-stand just what needs to be doneand when to help their studentstand out among the rest. It's crit-ical to research in advance the re-quirements of the colleges onyour wish list and map out atimeline. Will your student takethe PSAT? AP Exams? SAT Sub-

ject Tests? When do studentshave to start taking the SAT orACT test so they can retake it ifthey want to? Creating a plan willgive you peace of mind and alle-viate the stress of not knowing ifyou've missed a crucial deadline.

* Take the SAT or ACT examsas seriously as you take yourGPA. While a student's resume ismore than just test scores, eventhe most impressive applicationcan take a hit without a solid per-formance on exams like the SATor ACT test.

For example, at the most com-petitive colleges, a student'schance of admission could asmuch as double with each 200point score increase on the SAT.In addition, it has been shownthat 25 percent of the college ad-missions decision is based on astudent's SAT/ACT test score. Inspite of that, the average studenttypically spends just 10 hourspreparing for such tests vs. 1000+hours on activities such as sportsor community service, that havethe same weight. This is a good

reason to investigate an SAT orACT test course for your childwhich can provide 50+ hours ofprep time -- 5 times the average.

* Preparing for the tests is notone size fits all. Your studentshould take a practice test to findout if the SAT or ACT test is bestfor him or her (and the selectedcolleges) and then research whattype of test prep works for yourstudent's learning style. Somestudents are disciplined enoughto work on their own and othersprefer an on-campus class thatthey can attend with theirfriends. Some students may finda more flexible schedule and liveonline classes with the option toview missed classes work best forthem. And higher-scoring stu-dents may prefer private tutoringto focus on a few key areas.

Whatever option you choose,make sure it allows personaliza-tion for your child and the com-pany has a solid curriculum andteaching philosophy.

* Learn the mental tricks ofthe trade. Success on the SAT or

ACT test is not only about know-ing the material. In fact, studentswho train their minds to handlethe stress of the test often scorebetter than those who take apurely academic approach to testpreparation.

Some tricks of the trade in-clude:

- Do your homework in a noisyarea to practice focusing for longstretches of time and try to simu-late the test experience as closelyas possible every time you prac-tice.

- Take as many full-lengthpractice tests as possible in a re-alistic environment. Not onlydoes each practice test tradition-ally show a score improvementfrom learning the techniques, butit helps students gain needed con-fidence and conquer the distrac-tions of test day in advance. Thenon test day students can focus onsolving the problems instead ofthe annoying person next to themtapping the pencil.

- Make post-test plans afterthe test and not ahead of time.Students who have a date orother social engagement lined upafter the test are more likely to bedistracted during the test thanthose who keep their post-testschedules free.

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