Weekly News: 1/27-2/2
This is the first weekly news update for the new Zcareer College and Career Blog, where you will find regularly updated information related to colleges, degrees, and careers. Check in each week for the latest news and articles from across the web.
Well-funded schools vs. high college costs
Anyone who has had a child attend college recently, or looked into going themselves, know how high college costs have become over the last several years. The fact that many colleges have huge amounts of money from endowments doesn’t seem to be helping ease the costs of students looking to attend school, either. This seeming discrepancy has raised questions from many people, including the Senate Finance Committee, which has asked for details on the fees colleges charge as well as the financial assistance they make available to students.
In the article, Well-funded schools vs. high college costs, this issue is discussed by people on both sides of the debate. If you, or someone you know, may be affected by the high costs of a college education today, you may want to look over the information presented.
College Drop Out Rates - Who’s to Blame?
According to a 2000 U.S. Census Bureau study, one in three Americans who decide to attend college will end up dropping out before they get their degree. Students who are the first in their family to attend college, who have limited English proficiency, or are nontraditional, such as returning adult students, are at more risk of failing to obtain their degree. While there are many reasons for this, there are things that both colleges and individuals can do to help make sure students graduate.
In College Drop Out Rates - Who’s to Blame?, several of the factors that contribute to students dropping out of college are examined. Along with this are suggestions in how both educational institutions and individuals can help make sure that, once a person starts college, they are able to continue on to get their degree. Whether you are planning to attend college soon, or just have a family member or friend who will soon be going in that direction, this article is sure to give you a greater understanding of what college students face and how you can help yourself and others succeed.
As economy falters, at-risk workers should be updating their resumes: How to highlight strengths, get it read by the right people
By now, everyone knows that the U.S. economy has taken a turn for the worse. If your job may be at risk during this time of economic weakness, it might be a good idea to get your resume up-to-date and ready, just in-case. But, with the large number of people out there looking for jobs already, how can you make your resume stand out and get you noticed?
That’s where the article, As economy falters, at-risk workers should be updating their resumes: How to highlight strengths, get it read by the right people, can come in handy. In this article, John Challenger, chief executive of the Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. Outplacement firm, and Kate Wendleton, president of the Five O’Clock Club (a career coaching and outplacement firm), offer useful tips on how to make your resume as good as possible and ensure you have the best chance to get whatever job you decide to pursue.
Well, that’s all the news for this week. Be sure to check in next week for the latest in college, degree, and career news. Thanks for visiting.
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