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2012 London Olympics: What and who to watch out for at the summer Olympic Games!
In just two short weeks, the 2012 London Olympics will be underway in London, England. With the opening ceremonies beginning on Friday, July 27 and concluding on Sunday, August 12, the days in between will surely be packed with excitement … Continue reading
Posted in College life
Tagged London Olympics, opening ceremony, Paralympics, sports, Summer Olympics
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Student health: What the Affordable Care Act means to you as a college student
On Thursday, June 28, 2012, the Supreme Court voted to uphold President Obama’s health care reform known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA) — originally passed in 2010. In his speech to the nation, the president outlined several changes this will … Continue reading
2012 summer movie releases: Our summer blockbusters round-up!
Summer is generally a time when we put our books away and soak up some much-needed vitamin D. But, summer is also when most of the much-anticipated movies are released as well! We’ve rounded up an exciting list of 2012 summer … Continue reading
Student loan debit cards: Are they really worth the reward for college graduates?
As your college graduation date draws ever nearer, you may be trying to figure out how to make payments on your student loans. You may have heard of online checking accounts that offer a rewards program, but what if you … Continue reading
Honor your dad with these Father’s Day gift ideas he’s sure to love!
Finding the perfect Father’s Day gift year after year for your dad can be stressful, but don’t worry; your #1 fan will love anything you’ve put thought into. Try any of these great Father’s Day gift ideas to show your … Continue reading
Posted in Money management
Tagged Father's Day, gift ideas, gifts for dad, shopping tips
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Emergency preparedness: What to do after a car accident
Here’s the scenario: You’re driving down the road on your way to class and you are slammed — HARD — with something on the left side of your car. You’ve quickly shaken it off enough to where you can focus on keeping control of … Continue reading
Make it a day to remember with Mother’s Day gift ideas for mom
Shopping for a Mother’s Day gift can be stressful, especially when you’re doing it last minute. Here are some budget-friendly ideas that any mom is sure to love — be sure to ask for a gift receipt, just in case! Is … Continue reading
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Tagged budgeting, gift ideas, gifts for mom, Mother's Day
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How to lose your internship in 10 easy steps
(p.s. — Don’t do these things!) So, you’ve finally secured your dream internship. You may think it’s smooth sailing from here on out, but internships call for a lot of hard work and dedication. You could easily lose your internship if … Continue reading
