Archive for April, 2007

New Affirmative Action Controversy

Monday, April 30th, 2007

This brief news story focuses on an increasingly controversial issue in the affirmative action debate. Many are questioning the admission at many top colleges of a large number of…

Date Book Cheaters

Monday, April 30th, 2007

Are you faithful to your date book? Loyal to your planner?

Some people have a tough time keeping track of all their appointments and assignments with a date book. It…

Cramming for a Test

Thursday, April 26th, 2007

Nobody’s perfect. Sometimes we goof around playing video games and lose track of time, sometimes we break bones and have to go to the emergency room, and sometimes Aunt Martha…

Before You Study Pre-Algebra

Tuesday, April 24th, 2007

Are you getting a headache just thinking about taking pre-algebra? Sometimes it helps to read about math concepts a lot first, before you start jumping into actual problems. Some students…

Timeline for Applying to Medical School

Monday, April 23rd, 2007

Planning on attending medical school and becoming a doctor but don’t know where to begin? Follow this timeline to make the med school application process a bit smoother…

Classroom Distractions

Monday, April 23rd, 2007

And Embarrassing Moments
How awkward. You’re trying to take notes and your stomach is grumbling so loudly that you can’t concentrate on the teacher’s lecture. Sound familiar?
There are times when everybody…

Tips for Visiting Colleges

Saturday, April 21st, 2007

Instead of visiting a college simply to get a general impression of the place, plan your visit to help you answer questions and learn as much as you possible can…