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 (ARA) - If you're a high school junior who's thinking ahead to senior year, you're probably starting to look into higher education options. You might be completely at a loss when it comes to choosing a major - or you might have a detailed five-year plan for starting out on the career path you've always dreamed of following. You might not have the first clue where you want to study - or you might already be prepared to attend your mom's alma mater. You might even be wondering if college is right for you at all.
Wherever you stand on your plans for life after high school, there's now an increasingly popular option to consider: an online degree. Online education is growing by leaps and bounds. One survey found that more than 25 percent of all college students were taking at least one course online during the 2008-2009 school year.
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 (ARA) - Graphic design jobs cover all ends of the creative spectrum. If you have a flair for design, pay close attention to detail, can solve problems effectively and are dedicated to staying up-to-date on the latest software in the industry, there are a variety of exciting career paths available for you.
Graphic design is everywhere. Behind every CD cover, brochure, company logo, Web page, magazine, product package, greeting card and any other combination of words and images lies a graphic designer. Because this profession permeates so many aspects of society, you can find graphic design positions in almost any business. The following is only a sampling of the positions you can pursue with a graphic design degree:
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 (ARA) - As the economy continues to recover, an increased emphasis will fall on the accountability, transparency and responsible financial management of businesses large and small - putting accountants and auditors more in demand than ever before. The employment of accountants and auditors is expected to grow at least 22 percent by 2018 - a rate faster than the average for all other occupations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Why small businesses need good accountants
The impact of a savvy accountant is even more pronounced in small businesses and entrepreneurial ventures. Small businesses will be instrumental to the nation's economic recovery, creating 80 percent of all new jobs and driving innovation in virtually every field, the Small Business Congressional Committee predicts.
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(ARA) - Clean water is essential to life and long-term health, and the United States enjoys some of the safest, cleanest drinking water in the world. However, a recent study shows that up to 20 percent of U.S. water violates the Safe Drinking Water Act -- a federal law meant to ensure water quality.
As many as 49 million people have been exposed to water with higher concentrations of regulated chemicals, bacteria and radioactive substances than are deemed safe by the Environmental Protection Agency, according to the analysis. Even more alarming is that this number does not account for the millions of Americans who rely on well water, which is the homeowner's responsibility to maintain and, therefore is not regulated by the EPA.
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 (ARA) - Kids these days. They're constantly bombarded with information from all directions on every topic imaginable - except how to manage money.
In fact, the financial literacy of high school students has fallen to its lowest level ever, according to a survey of high school seniors and college students released last year by the Jump$tart Coalition.
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 (ARA) - Developing healthy food habits isn't always as simple as it sounds. Even during summer, a season with fresh fruits and vegetables in abundance, many people still grab a bag of potato chips before choosing that crunchy red apple as a snack.
Recently, the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index issued a health report revealing that well over half of Americans - as many as 63.1 percent of U.S. adults -- are overweight or obese. The study suggests this trend of Americans' expanding waistline is still rising.
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 (ARA) - Remember how you would lay out your clothes the night before you went to school? You may want to continue that habit - if you're in the market for a job or want to hold on to your current position. Preparation goes a long way when it comes to making a good impression.
"Always dress one notch higher than you think is needed. It's better to err on the side of dressing more conservative," says Nancy Cerny, director of Career Services at Brown Mackie College - Quad Cities located in Moline, Ill. Cerny, who works closely with graduating students, even recommends putting in a call to the receptionist at the company you are interviewing with to ask about appropriate office attire. "It's better to be overdressed than underdressed in any professional situation," adds Cerny.
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 (ARA) - It's been four long years of hard work and studying for your child. Now it's time to celebrate their dedication and grand achievement with the customary graduation party.
However, that rumble in the minds of graduates' parents isn't the sound of "Pomp and Circumstance." It's the worry over all the details surrounding the party. Where are we going to put all those people? How can I afford to buy everything? What happens if the weather doesn't cooperate? Who can help me with all those details? Where do I begin?
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 (ARA) - In order to become a qualified game designer, you must be creative, easily motivated and have a natural talent for design. Pursuing a career as a professional game designer also takes the right education, and that requires you to attend the right game design school. The following tips and techniques for game production career opportunities can help you get on the path to success in the industry:
* Develop an all-star resume and portfolio: A good resume and portfolio are essential, as they could be the deciding factors in getting an interview for your dream job. Think outside the box when showcasing your achievements. If you need help with resume and portfolio development, there is a variety of online services available. Don't let your resume and portfolio hold you back from landing the perfect job.
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