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<< previous page 1 next page>> written by Dustin Hubbard College and Career sound like a long way off for the average high school freshman. But the truth is that high school freshmen need to start thinking about their college and career choice within the next year and a half. The old saying that you are in control of your destiny is very true. But in most cases a student’s destiny is on its way to fulfillment by their junior year. That is why it is so important to follow a few simple rules for your education in high school and to start your search for a college and a career early. written by Dustin Hubbard Everyone does better if they have some type of mentor or mentoring program available to utilize. The description of mentor can be a varied one. A mentor can come in the guise of a school teacher, or counselor. A mentor can be someone else you know that is proficient in your particular field of study or career. A mentor can even be part of a mentoring program that is formed by colleges and universities for their students. written by Dustin Hubbard It is so easy to go through high school and never think about what college or university you want to attend. In fact probably over 60% of high school students don’t even begin to think of where they want to go for college until their senior year. And if the parents were anything like me, they had no idea of the ins and outs of college placement. written by Dustin Hubbard Since you’re just graduating from college, and are probably looking for a job you might consider a public sector job like a teaching job. Particularly now that the Teach for America program is at full swing or maybe you would be interested in taking a job at the World Bank that gives networking opportunities although the pay is very low. written by Dustin Hubbard You’ve finally been accepted to the college or university of your choice. Now all you have to do is find a job to be able to stay at school. Most colleges and universities know that the normal average student will have to have a job while they are in school. Because of this the school will usually have websites that enable their students a viable way of finding on-campus and some off-campus jobs. written by Dustin Hubbard College recruiting is where colleges and students alike take the time to evaluate any special talents and or abilities that students or potential students have that sets them apart from others. Many universities and colleges have Offices that are usually called The Office of Advising and Recruiting or wording to that effect. written by Joseph Kenny As you leave college life behind, you’re probably carrying a lot more around with you than just a shiny new diploma. If you’re like most college grads, you’re carrying the burden of credit card debt—lots of it. In fact, the average college graduate leaves school with over $2,000 in credit card debt. << previous page 1 next page>> |