Archive for December, 2007

New Year’s Resolutions

Monday, December 31st, 2007

Here it is, New Year’s Eve. As a new year begins, many people take time to pause and consider where they have been and where they’d like to go. I’m…

4 Student Leader Types

Monday, December 31st, 2007

Are you looking for a good resolution for the new year? Why not focus on becoming a more confident person by strengthening your leadership skills?
There will be many times in…

Your Holiday Essay

Tuesday, December 25th, 2007

Chances are, when you return to the classroom, you may be required to write an essay about what you did during the break. This assignment is commonly called the…

Vocabulary Journal

Sunday, December 23rd, 2007

I can’t really emphasize enough the importance of a strong vocabulary. You will find that the ability to communicate effortlessly and effectively will open many doors for you in the…

New Cheating Scandal

Wednesday, December 19th, 2007

I know I’ve warned you that cheating is a serious problem and it becomes even more serious when you enter college—but I thought I’d bring attention to this matter once…

Last Minute Emails

Wednesday, December 19th, 2007

Many of you may not be aware that I’m a professor by day, Gradschool Guide by night. It’s finals week and, in one of my classes, I assigned a major…

Strange Holiday Reading

Sunday, December 16th, 2007

The holidays can be chaotic with all the shopping and crowds and the packages and weird relatives in every corner of your house. Every once and awhile you need a…