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By Abraham M. Lackman

ollege graduates are more likely to volunteer, to donate blood, to be tolerant of diverse opinions

and to make decisions that lead to better health. So says a report from The College Board that examined the myriad benefits that individuals and society as a whole derive from postsecondary education.

The findings in “Education Pays: The Benefits of Higher Education for Individuals and Society” echo what I have regularly witnessed from my vantage point at the Albany-based Commission on Independent Col-leges and Universities (cIcu).

I can readily see that a multitude of benefits flow

from New York’s institutions of higher education into nearly every aspect of life in our state – from improved health care and public safety to environmental aware-ness and greater civic engagement. College graduates vote more often, and participate more in community and civic organizations and activities.

Campus Compact, a national organization committed to community involvement, estimates that the value of student service is $4.45 billion

Higher education pays dividends for all of us

Learn the college acceptance optionsBy Maria Badami

Spring is finally here and so are the college notification letters.

It used to be that a fat letter suggested a student was ac-cepted to a college. A thin envelope implied rejection. This is no longer true. Colleges and universities are hedging their bets by employing new “enrollment management” options, including extensive use of wait lists, deferred admissions and guaranteed transfer options.

In order to fully appreciate these options one must first understand that colleges have been overwhelmed with thou-sands, if not tens of thousands, of applications. This is largely the result of a growing number of institutions (460 colleges and universities) accepting the common application, and stu-dents submitting many more applications in hopes of getting accepted somewhere.

Colleges are challenged with accurate projections of the number of accepted applicants who will ultimately enroll. To hedge their bets, colleges over accept applicants expecting a certain number to select other institutions. Colleges also offer candidates who did not make the first cut placement on wait lists. Generally these offers are accompanied with a letter of intent. Students who do not reply to the letter of intent will automatically be removed from the wait list.

I strongly encourage students who have been placed on a wait list at a preferred institution to do more than submit the wait list form. This is their last opportunity to demonstrate in-terest in an institution. They should write a letter or email, ad-dressed to the person who signed their wait list letter, inform-ing them of their strong interest in the college and updating them on any new information. The tone of the letter should be positive and mature. A letter of support from a school counselor or teacher is appropriate, but students should not overwhelm the admissions office with too much informa-

tion. They should not call daily or visit the admissions office unan-nounced. They should not attend the accepted students’ event. This is a sure way to get crossed off a wait list.

The practice of guaranteed transfer or deferral is becom-ing increasingly popular. Tak-ing into account that a certain

Maria Badami is a college admissions consultant with Col-lege Directions of CNY. 7030 East Genesee St., Fayetteville, 243-6658. [email protected].

Abraham M. Lackman is presi-dent of the Commission on Inde-pendent Colleges and Universities (cIcu). cIcu is a statewide associa-tion representing more than 100 independent colleges and univer-sities in New York State. For more information, visit cicu.org.

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SUNYIT: growing college for technology, professional studiesNew programs approved, new buildings under construction

With new buildings and academic programs, SUNYIT is an institution on the move—and an increasingly popular choice for students.

Construction activity is a familiar site on the SUNYIT cam-pus, with three buildings to be completed this year: a $13.6 mil-lion student center, a $20 million field house, and a $23.5 million residence hall for future freshmen. New academic programs in electrical and computer engineering, and network and computer security were launched in fall 2010; freshmen will be admitted into a new biology program starting this fall.

SUNYIT President Wolf Yeigh and other officials recently an-nounced the completion of an agreement that paves the way for development of the Marcy NanoCenter at SUNYIT, a 300-acre campus site intended for high-tech manufacturing. In addition, a wide-ranging nanotechnology partnership with the University at Albany’s College of Nanoscale Science & Engineering has generated a lot of excitement and interest in SUNYIT.

SUNYIT, the State University of New York Institute of Technol-ogy at Utica/Rome, is New York’s public institute of technology. More than 2,800 students are enrolled in undergraduate and graduate degree programs in technology and professional stud-ies on the SUNYIT campus, a high-tech learning environment on hundreds of acres in Marcy, N.Y., minutes from Thruway Exit 31, Utica. SUNYIT students come from all over New York, many other states and more than 20 other nations; a growing number of students are enrolled in online courses and degree programs.

SUNYIT’s undergraduate degree majors/programs include: ac-counting, applied computing, applied mathematics, business, civil engineering technology, communication & information design, computer engineering technology, computer & information sci-

ence, computer information systems, criminal justice, electrical and computer engineering, electrical engineering technology, finance, general studies, health information management, industrial engi-neering technology, mechanical engineering technology, network

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SUNYIT, the State University of New York Institute of Technology at Utica/Rome, is New York’s public institute of technology.

Want Better College Deals?hen buying items like cars and homes, consumers shop

and bargain to get the best price. College also is one of the greatest expenses a family will ever face. Yet, when it comes to this major purchase, students and parents avoid shopping and bargaining or tapping experts like they do when purchasing a home or

auto. They may select a college because

it’s close to home or because one or two of the student’s friends are going there, but often take on unnecessary debt.

College costs rise 7 percent every year and increasingly young families start with a huge debt load or parent’s retirement assets are depleted.

Planning is important. 90 percent of college graduates don’t work in their degree field and 60 percent graduate in

six years or more. There seems to be little help espe-

cially for families who don’t qualify for need-based aid.

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number of students will drop out after their first semester, transfer to another institution, study abroad or graduate mid year, colleges are making great efforts to keep every dorm room full by offering students spots at their college at a later semes-ter. Last year, SUNY Geneseo offered 500 students the option of starting in the spring. SUNY Binghamton just offered 600 applicants spots in its freshman dorms, but those students have to enroll in Broome County Community College, becoming eligible for admission to Binghamton in a year or two. Cornell

offers some high school seniors the option to transfer with the caveat that they attend another accredited institution and earn at least a 3.3 GPA.

No one of these options is easy. Matriculating later often results in students feeling left out, not creating the strong bonds other freshman have established. Similarly, waiting to get off a wait list may have serious consequences. Students may forfeit expensive college deposits, or prevent themselves from “falling in love” with the college(s) to which they have been admitted.

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and computer security, nursing, psychology and sociology.Graduate degree programs are: MBA in health services man-

agement, MBA in technology management; master of science degree programs in accountancy, advanced technology, computer & information science, information design and technology, and telecommunications; and master of science programs in nursing: adult nurse practitioner, family nurse practitioner, gerontological nurse practitioner, nursing administration, and nursing educa-tion. Accelerated BS/MS options are available in computer science, CID/IDT, nursing, and NCS/telecommunications.

Through internships and close cooperation with employers, SUNYIT has extraordinarily high placement rates. More than 22,000 alumni pursue successful careers in communication, com-puter science, management, nursing, and many other fields.

Apart from their excellent academic experience, SUNYIT students enjoy campus life in highly rated residence halls. The campus’s two residential complexes – Mohawk and Adirondack Halls – offer the privacy and convenience of apartments, with students sharing suites in townhouse-style buildings. Starting this fall, freshmen will live in the new Oriskany Residence Hall com-plex. Students themselves have rated their residential experience highly in the last two SUNY student opinion surveys. SUNYIT’s NCAA Division III athletics and intramurals are complemented by entertainment, activities and community-building experiences that support and sustain a unique campus culture.

Open house programs are held in spring and fall, and individ-ual campus visits can be scheduled online. For more information, visit sunyit.edu/admissions.

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maximize the result, you will need to understand how the college competes and how much they are willing to deal.

An Upstate New York company, College Assistance Plus has pioneered this field nationally and holds workshops on strategies to meaningfully reduce tuition for incom-ing freshmen as well as students already in college or grad school.

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ating large reductions in tuition bills for students entering universities and those already in college or grad school.

Between 1976 and 2005, college costs in the U.S. soared 284 percent. However, using inflation adjusted dollars, the annual income of college graduates today is $1,000 less than it was in 1976. That’s why it’s even more important for students and parents to get the very best deal for their money.

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Carnegie Foundation recognizes SUNY Oswego’s engagement

Engaging students -- In response to needs identified in the region, Dr. Fehmi Damkaci of SUNY Oswego’s chemistry faculty developed the Summer Science Immersion Program for high school students to help close the educational gap in the science and technology fields.

hen the Carnegie Foundation award-ed SUNY Oswego its prestigious

Community Engagement Classification in January, it recognized that the college has deeply intertwined community engagement in its leadership, curriculum, outreach programs, strategic planning and community partner-ships.

“Starting with our Engagement 2000 stra-tegic plan, our college has magnified its ef-forts to put community service, outreach and partnerships at the very center of what we do,” President Deborah F. Stanley said. “More and more, our faculty, staff and students are engaging community needs in the classroom, through research and as volunteers.”

Engagement is one of five pillars in the col-lege’s strategic plan, and it is lived by students

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Opportunity knocks: Careers abound for women in science, technology

“Real women study science.”“Engineering is exciting.”While one may not see these mottos plastered on bill-

boards across the country or popping up on prime time television just yet, successful female engineers and orga-nizations such as the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and the IEEE want individuals choosing a course of study and potential career path to consider scientific fields - like engineering.

There’s more to this line of work than meets the eye. Here are some of the many reasons female students should think about pursuing a career in engineering.

1. Design and innovate: According to Dr. Irena Atov, chair of IEEE Women in Engineering and technical manager at Telstra, a network architecture reliability group, “Engi-neering jobs are involved with the invention, design and manufacture of products and systems.” Essentially engineers apply the principles of science and mathematics to develop economical solutions to technical problems. “Everything you use, everywhere you go in the man-made environment has its basis in engineering,” offers Dr. Atov.

2. Play with technology: Technology isn’t just for catching up on social networking or trading e-mails. At the crux of engineering are technologies used to design, produce, test, and simulate how a machine, structure, or system operates. You can actually “play” with the concepts that you are de-veloping before they are put to market.

3. Science can liberate: There’s something empowering about a career in a field that has such widespread touch, impact and relatability. According to Dr. Atov, “Engineering is such an interesting field in that every day when you go to work you can create things you never thought possible -- a true way to follow your dreams.”

Additionally, the talent pool provided by female engi-neers is growing and women can bring a new perspective to the field and its social force.

4. Hands-on work in different specialties: For those who love to get inside a problem and work toward a solution, engineering has multiple fields of interest to pursue. En-gineering pervades so many subsets that there are dozens of specialized concentrations within this field of study. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 17 engineering specialties recognized by the Federal Government’s Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system. These include: agricultural engineers, biomedical engineers, civil engineers, computer engineers, environ-mental engineers, and nuclear engineers, among others. Individuals interested in a specific area of study can likely find an engineering specialty that works in conjunction

with that field.5. Engineering can be lucrative: Thanks to the widespread

demand for engineers in all facets of the economy, engineer-ing can be a stable and intellectually stimulating career. In a time of economic uncertainty, it can be a smart move to choose a career path that ensures long-term employment, like engineering. Although salaries vary according to coun-try and area of specialty, it’s not uncommon to earn a starting salary of $80,000 and upward per year, which according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics is “among the highest of all college graduates.”

6. Travel opportunities abound: A truly global career path, engineering jobs exist all over the world. Dr. Atov says, “Engineering offers international portability -- enabling you to work in different countries.” Domestic companies may place employees to work in foreign subsidiaries, or global companies may be looking for a larger pool of applicants.

“Especially in the field of academia, engineers don’t just pursue careers in their home state, or even country. Uni-

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Preparation paramount for tomorrow’s college students

As the admissions process at the nation’s best schools grows increasingly competitive, how and when students prepare for college entrance exams could determine where they spend the next four years and beyond.

Recognizing the important role planning and preparation plays during the college decision-making process, Revolu-tion Prep, the largest on-campus test prep provider, offers the following tips to students and parents alike.

* Prepare for the admissions process early. Every parent and student knows students don’t simply show up on campus the first day of school and gain admittance to college. How-ever, many parents struggle to understand just what needs to be done and when to help their student stand out among the rest. It’s critical to research in advance the requirements of the colleges on your wish list and map out a timeline. Will your student take the PSAT? AP Exams? SAT Subject Tests? When do students have to start taking the SAT or ACT test so they can retake it if they want to? Creating a plan will give you peace of mind and alleviate the stress of not knowing if you’ve missed a crucial deadline.

* Take the SAT or ACT exams as seriously as you take your GPA. While a student’s resume is more than just test scores, even the most impressive application can take a hit without a solid performance on exams like the SAT or ACT test.

For example, at the most competitive colleges, a student’s chance of admission could as much as double with each 200 point score increase on the SAT. In addition, it has been shown that 25 percent of the college admissions decision is based on a student’s SAT/ACT test score. In spite of that, the average student typically spends just 10 hours preparing for such tests vs. 1000+ hours on activities such as sports

Planning for Student SuccessMuch of a student’s success

with respect to the college admissions process rests with how much that student and his or her family has prepared. Leading test preparation pro-vider Revolution Prep offers the following timeline to easily navigate the process from start to finish:

Sophomore YearOctober - November: PSATMarch - June: SAT Subject TestsApril - June: AP Exams

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for test prep and to take SAT/ACTJanuary - June: Standard time for test prep and to take SAT/ACT testMarch - June: SAT Subject TestsApril - June: AP Exams

Senior YearJuly - December: Last chance for test prep and to take SAT/ACT test and/or SAT Subject TestsJuly - December: College ap-plications and essaysApril - June: AP Exams

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SUNY Canton’s smashing success SUNY Canton is growing in every way imaginable. New ca-

reer-oriented bachelor’s degrees, new facilities and record breaking enrollment are a few examples of how the College is experiencing remarkable success.

SUNY Canton also features a four-day academic schedule and ex-tensive online course offerings, adding to the College’s popularity.New majors

SUNY Canton continues to create new in-demand majors such as the recently approved four-year sports management program, civil and environmental technology, electrical technology, mechanical technology, health and fitness promotion and veterinary technology. Today, SUNY Canton offers more than 20 bachelor’s degrees. Coming in 2011

In Fall 2011, SUNY Canton will open its new athletic facility and a new apartment-style residence hall. Roos House, otherwise known as the Convocation, Athletic, and Recreation Center, includes an ice rink, a swimming pool, fitness center, a basketball court, classrooms,

athletic offices, and much more. The residence hall will feature 83 suites with 305 single-occupancy

rooms. It will include a mini-store, multi-purpose classroom and meeting space, as well as a large open courtyard for recreation and outdoor activities.

View photos of the latest progress of Roos House at canton.edu/carc and watch construction of the residence hall live at canton.edu/grhp.The word is out on SUNY Canton

The college received record applications and welcomed its largest incoming class to date in Fall 2010. That trend has continued as ap-plications pour in for the incoming Class of 2011.

Part of SUNY Canton’s success comes from its online offerings. SUNY Canton online has produced remarkable results and now offers more than 150 online courses per semester. Some choose to take exclusively online classes to help maintain a career and fulfill family obligations.

Getting started: Making the most of an internship Today’s college kids are well aware of

the job market that awaits them upon graduation. With an economy still on the mend and unemployment rates still high, college students across the country know that their post-graduation dream job is no guarantee.

As daunting as entering the job mar-ket amidst the ongoing economic woes might seem, college students or even recent graduates can take steps to make themselves more attractive to prospective employers. Perhaps no such step has been more popular over the years than securing an internship. Internships are designed to give current students or recent graduates an entry into a field that interests them, providing an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and pad their resumes in the meantime.

As valuable as a good internship can be, it can also prove a lost opportunity for those students who don’t recognize the opportunity at hand. To make the most of an internship, students or recent graduates should consider the following suggestions:

* Find one that’s the right fit. Some stu-dents accept an internship simply because it looks good on a resume. While it’s true an internship stands out to hiring manag-

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and faculty within and beyond their academic pursuits. For instance, two art students doing student teaching

in Oswego City Schools learned that some high school students had been arrested for graffiti in the park. The col-lege students proposed a public mural project for “at risk” teenagers.

The project was carried out in partnership with schools and county agencies.

In another example, three communications faculty de-signed a two-hour workshop and facilitated communication training for a local bank’s managerial staff.

Last year, more than 1,500 student volunteers and 700 interns were actively involved in the community. More than 81 percent of seniors at Oswego have reported contributing to the welfare of the community during their college career and feeling strongly that these experiences had, in turn, enhanced their own educational and personal growth.

“Because we are in the community, we can respond to community needs,” said Dr. Nola Heidlebaugh, the college’s civic engagement coordinator last year.

College programs responding to community needs include degree programs like engineering, certificate pro-grams like gerontology, and donor-funded scholarship programs.

Possibility Scholarships help students from the Oswego and Syracuse school districts who otherwise would not be able to afford college to pursue degrees in science and technology. Festa Graduate Fellowships support students to work with businesses, on public policy issues with legislators or on projects for a non-profit organization.

The college’s Office of Business and Community Rela-tions was established to assess community needs and help meet them, and the Office of Experience-Based Education, the Center for Service Learning and Community Service, the Extended Learning Division, and the Civic Engagement Office all work to establish and coordinate programs and assure the academic quality of partnerships and outreach activities.

A 150-year-old comprehensive college in the State Uni-versity of New York system, Oswego offers more than 100 academic programs in its College of Liberal Arts and Sci-ences; School of Business; School of Communication, Media and the Arts; and School of Education.

The college’s deep engagement with its extended commu-nity is one of many reasons SUNY Oswego has been named a “College of Distinction” and U.S. News last year named it among “Top Up-and-Coming Schools.”

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The management side of health caren overlooked area in the burgeoning field of health care, and always in the background, is Health Ser-

vices Management.Much like the management of a military operation or a

multi-national corporation, health services management ‘runs the show’ so to speak. Managers who understand health systems, the politics and applicable laws, are neces-sary to insure efficient operation whether it is running a clinic, hospital, insurance provider or a national system.

“People are needed in health care to ensure quality services and to direct, plan and coordinate all aspects of these operations,” says Dr. Walter Iwanenko, chairman of the Health Services Management Department at D’Youville College.

“Health Services Management is an ideal career for those who have a desire to work in the business side of health care. You help people through good management of the people providing these services.”

In today’s environment, the structure and financing

of healthcare are changing rapidly and health services managers must be prepared to deal with the integration of healthcare delivery systems, technological innovations, and increasingly complex regulator environment, restructuring of work, and an increased focus on preventive care, accord-ing to the U.S. Department of Labor.

D’Youville is an international leader in health care educa-tion offering a full array of academic majors including nurs-ing, physical and occupational therapy, physician assistant, dietetics, chiropractic and pharmacy.

Their HSM program offers a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, advanced certificates in long-term care and clinical research associate, and a doctorate.

“We prepare students for entry level positions that may include supervision, staff direction, planning and coordina-tion of healthcare,” Dr. Iwanenko said. “Manager Positions supervise entire systems and facilities while specialist posi-tions manage particular services or clinical departments.”

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ers or other human resources personnel, students must find the right fit to make the experience truly valuable.

For example, students who accept an internship outside of their major might not approach it with the same work ethic they would if they were to find an internship in a field they want to work in. That indifference, coupled with the lack of financial compensation commonplace with most intern-ships, might lead to a less inspired effort, which won’t lead to a strong recommendation from bosses down the road. The recommendation could prove as important as the internship itself when it comes time to look for full-time work. So when seeking an internship, students should not simply settle on one because it’s offered. Rather, students should choose an internship that’s in a field they’re genuinely interested in.

* Routinely meet with supervisors. Because most in-ternships are during the summer, interns have a way of getting lost in the shuffle while their supervisors are away on vacation. Interns should meet, or at least discuss via the telephone or e-mail, regularly with supervisors to review their performance. This exhibits enthusiasm and a willing-ness to learn, while also putting interns in a position to get the most out of their internships.

* Treat the internship like a lucrative full-time position. At times, being an intern can prove pretty awful. Most in-terns don’t get paid, despite working long hours and wearing many hats for their employers. As difficult as it may seem at times, interns should treat their internships as if they’re getting paid lots of money. That means showing up on time, working hard, staying late if necessary, and most of all, not complaining. Negative attitudes have ruined many an intern.

Interns must remember that an internship is not a right, but a privilege, one that can lay the foundation for a successful career. Treating an internship like a lucrative position helps interns stay focused and work hard, even when it’s tempting to kiss that nonexistent paycheck and long hours goodbye.

* Don’t be pigeon-holed. Some internships are better than others, and the best ones often rotate interns throughout several departments. That enables interns to learn more than one aspect of the business, possibly helping them choose the area they like most and the area they would prefer to avoid when it comes time to job hunt.

Even if a company does not rotate its interns, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible for an intern to learn more than his or her job entails. Before going it alone, interns should discuss with their immediate supervisor if it’s possible to learn ad-ditional aspects of the business. Offer to come in on off days or stay late to see how the whole operation works. This also allows interns to meet more people, which can only help when the time comes to find full-time work.

* Remember it’s only temporary. Some interns love their internships and don’t mind working free for long hours. Others are not so lucky and fight the urge to quit on a daily basis. For the latter, the best advice is to remember an internship is only temporary. As hard as it can be to get out of bed and go work for no pay all day, it’s imperative interns keep a positive attitude regardless of how little they like their internship. Internships last roughly three months, so even the worst one with the worst boss will be over soon and students will still be able to make a valuable addition to their resume.

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or community service, that have the same weight. This is a good reason to investigate an SAT or ACT test course for your child which can provide 50+ hours of prep time -- 5 times the average.

* Preparing for the tests is not one size fits all. Your stu-dent should take a practice test to find out if the SAT or ACT test is best for him or her (and the selected colleges) and then research what type of test prep works for your student’s learning style. Some students are disciplined enough to work on their own and others prefer an on-campus class that they can attend with their friends. Some students may need a more flexible schedule and live online classes with the option to view missed classes work best for them. And higher-scoring students may prefer private tutoring to focus on a few key areas.

Whatever option you choose, make sure it allows per-sonalization for your child and the company has a solid curriculum and teaching philosophy. Revolution Prep uses innovative technology to create an individual plan for every student. Instructors give customized homework as-signments to help students use their time effectively and spotlight specific problem areas for the best score improve-ment. Plus, instructors see the scores of the weekly practice tests so they can gear their weekly session specifically to their students.

“Our approach engages students and pushes them to build the skill set needed to see real results on their admissions tests,” says Ben Neely, Director of Curriculum for Revolu-

tion Prep. “Part of our philosophy is to ensure that each student is treated as an individual and that the techniques we teach have effects long after he or she has conquered the SAT or ACT test.”

* Learn the mental tricks of the trade. Success on the SAT or ACT test is not only about knowing the material. In fact, students who train their minds to handle the stress of the test often score better than those who take a purely academic approach to test preparation.

Some tricks of the trade include:- Do your homework in a noisy area to practice focusing

for long stretches of time and try to simulate the test experi-ence as closely as possible every time you practice.

- Take as many full-length practice tests as possible in a realistic environment. Not only does each practice test traditionally show a score improvement from learning the techniques, but it helps students gain needed confidence and conquer the distractions of test day in advance. Then on test day students can focus on solving the problems instead of the annoying person next to them tapping the pencil.

- Make post-test plans after the test and not ahead of time. Students who have a date or other social engagement lined up after the test are more likely to be distracted during the test than those who keep their post-test schedules free.

For more information about college test preparation, visit Revolution Prep atrevolutionprep.com or call one of their test prep experts at 1-877-738-7737.

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Gift ideas for college-bound gradsGraduation season is right around the corner and scores

of high schoolers are preparing to leave the nest for the first time. Parents of high school seniors often want to find a gift that both symbolizes the significance of graduation and proves useful in the fall when kids take their first step onto a college campus.

Though most high school kids would love a new car for graduation, such a gift is not within reach for most parents nor is it practical, as many colleges don’t allow incoming freshmen to have cars on campus. While they might not be a new car, the following gifts can put a smile on a new grad’s face and prove useful at college, too.

* Gaming console: Gamers may love to pack the latest gaming console among their belongings when they head off to college this fall. Though parents might want their kids hitting the books instead of playing video games, a gam-ing console can provide a welcome respite for college kids stressing out over their studies. In addition, gaming consoles can be great ice-breakers, providing the avenue by which incoming freshmen can meet and befriend their fellow dorm

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dwellers. Some interactive gaming consoles, including the Nintendo Wii, can even help freshmen fight off the infamous “Freshman 15,” by encouraging physically active gaming.

* Television: Like gaming consoles, new televisions make great ice-breakers at college. Chances are, your favorite high schooler has grown accustomed to Mom and Dad’s home theater system. While kids likely won’t be able to fit such a system in their dorm room, a flat-screen TV can fit into any dorm room and give freshmen a little home away from home.

* Computer: Today’s computers are more affordable than ever, and every incoming freshman can make good use of a new computer. When shopping, keep laptop computers in mind, as kids can take laptops along with them to class and study groups. If grads already have a new or relatively new computer, consider upgrading the computer’s accessories. For example, a new set of computer speakers

can increase a computer’s functionality and might even serve as a less bulky home theater system.

* Money: Though it’s not incredibly personal, money is a gift no college-bound recent graduate will turn down. Kids are going to need money more than ever before while they’re at college, where they’ll need to buy books, food and cover their social expenses. Parents might not want to give their favorite new grads money for graduation, but such a gift makes perfect sense for aunts, uncles or other distant relatives.

* Furniture: Most dorm rooms are anything but roomy, but col-lege-bound grads are still going to need some furniture. Consider functional furniture, such as bins, organizers or a new computer chair, that might not be as glamourous but will be very useful and effective.

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Be safe when moving from high school to college

By Donna Reynolds

Going off to college is an exciting time for any young person. But this experience can also be somewhat intimidating, not only for the freshman, but also for his or her parents. Making the transition from high school to college is a challenge, but with some preparation on both sides, this can be a memorable time for everyone.

How is college different from high school? Certainly, there are myriad differences between these two educational experiences, but the most important may be the level of responsibility that is placed on the student. The college student arranges his or her classes and must learn effective time management. The college student must set priorities and balance study time with recreation and extra-curricular activities. All of this requires self-discipline that often takes the student some time to develop.

Alyssa Campbell, of Syracuse, is a student at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. When asked what incoming freshman should expect, she said that going off to college offers a mix of excite-ment and anxiety.

“A lot of us are amped to leave for college and have freedom,” she said. “But we must remember that will be the first time away from home for a lot of us.”

Campbell noted that it can be really fun or really scary, depend-ing on how out-going and independent a person is. She also advised students not to be afraid to call home and talk with family and high school friends to stave off homesickness.

College parties get a lot of press, and many parents admit that this aspect is their biggest fear.

“I trusted my son when he went off to college,” said Will Johnson, the father of a SUNY Cortland student. “But he’d never had the kind of freedom college would offer and I was afraid he would get involved

with drinking and drugs.” As a student, Campbell does not deny that a lot of students arrive

at school ready to party. “I know college means freedom from your parents, but it also

means freedom to decide what you do with your life and time in col-lege,” she said. “Before you consume alcohol or drugs think about how it will affect you, the possible dangers it will incur, what will happen if legal action is taken, and if all of those things are really worth it.”

Parents need to be frank with their children and discuss this aspect of college life before the student leaves for college. Leave the lines of communication open, and be honest about your own expectations. Once the child is in school, expect some changes in behavior. There is a period of adjustment when the student is learning his or her boundaries and may not want to share what’s going on with you.

Campbell remembers her first days at school and admits to hav-ing been homesick. But she advises parents to listen and talk their child through it.

“Remind us that it will get better as we adjust and offer to allow us to come home or go to relatives for the weekend if the school is close by,” she said. “If situations get increasingly worse than maybe it is time for a transfer or change, so be there to help us with the transfer process also.”

Parents should be prepared to miss their children, but must learn to let go enough to allow the child the full college experience. This does not have to happen in a vacuum, however. Most colleges encourage parents to become involved and hold parents’ weekends and other events to keep them in the loop.

“I enjoyed visiting my son, meeting his friends, and hanging out,” said Johnson. “It made the transition a little easier.”

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At D’Youville, students can interact with other students in different health care disciplines, outlined above, and es-tablish contacts for networking in these fields. “You’re sur-rounded by students in different aspects of health care and this enhances the HSM student’s knowledge,” Dr. Iwanenko said. ”Our graduates are very well qualified.”

The Department of Labor forecasts job opportunities growing faster than the average. Employment will grow in offices of health practitioners, as many services previously provided in hospitals will continue to shift to these settings, especially as medical technologies improve.

Healthcare management companies that provide services to hospitals and other organizations will also need a number

of managers

Health Services Management is a rewarding career also; the median annual wage is $80,000.

“I think it is a field that is unknown to most high school students who are looking at healthcare and I think if those with an interest in health care take a good look at the profes-sion they may find it is for them,” Dr. Iwanenko said.

D’Youville’s small classes, excellent faculty, and friendly campus are attributes of the college that contribute to a student’s success.

For more information, visit D’Youville on the web, dyc.edu

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versity jobs are now advertised worldwide and it is quite the norm, to have applicants from every continent -- thus ensuring that the best candidates in the world are chosen,” she says.

“Women should know, now more than ever, that engi-neering is a career that brings together passion, creativity and intelligence to a job where you can help people,” says Atov.

Engineering careers generally require a four-year degree from an accredited university. Internships can help indi-

viduals further clarify the intricacies of a career in engineer-ing, especially one in a certain specialization. Regardless of age or level of education, if your dream is to join the ranks of other successful women engineers -- such as Dr. Radia Perlman, known as the Mother of the Internet, and Nancy J. Currie, a NASA astronaut, engineer and officer in the U.S. Armed Forces -- visit www.TryEngineering.org or www.ieee.org/women to take action and get your career started down the right path.

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The link betweenyou and your college dreams.

HESC.org Must-have information for college and career planning.

Your Student Aid AgencyNewYork State Higher Education Services Corporation

TAP – your State grant NYHELPs – your State-sponsored loan

New York’s 529 College Savings ProgramGrants & Scholarships • High School Calendar How to Apply for Aid • Smart Borrowing

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Daemen graduates are career-readyDaemen College internships prepare students for the real world.

We know what employers expect and we make sure our students develop the professionalism, excellent communication skills, and the ability to solve problems they need to be successful.

Jessica Raimondo, a Daemen Business Administration/Market-ing major, was an intern at Paragon Advertising in Buffalo, NY. She said, “I had an internship the semester before I graduated. It was the best thing – I was able to network and apply the skills I had learned in the classroom.”

A Daemen education extends beyond the chalkboard into the real world. In describing her internship experience Jessica said, “I gained valuable knowledge and skills that I will continue to use in the future.” It is essential that Daemen students graduate with all the tools neces-

sary to succeed in a multifaceted work environment. As Jessica told us “My ultimate goal was to find a job upon gradu-

ation and because of my internship I was hired in the field I love.”Daemen works hard to coordinate placement for all of our stu-

dents in high quality internship settings. We want each of our students to work in their field, challenge themselves and know they have the knowledge and skills to succeed professionally.

Daemen is a small college where professors know you by name, with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. Daemen offers over 40 majors. Daemen College is located in suburban Amherst, just minutes away from Buffalo. Visit Daemen, that’s the best way to really get a “feel” for what Daemen College is all about. For more information or to schedule a campus visit, call 716-839-8225 or go to daemen.edu/admissions.

There will also be a period of adjustment when the student returns home for breaks. Parents have a hard time accepting that their son or daughter is verging on adulthood, and often, confrontations can occur. All parties involved may need to learn to compromise a bit in order to keep the peace.

Looking back, Campbell recognizes the impact of her first year at college.

“Freshman year is a door that leads to major life changes,” she said. “It brings you into a world of freedom and responsibility that you did

not have when you were in high school.” She believes that once a student is comfortable with his or her life

as a college student, it becomes one of the best experiences ever. “The knowledge you gain, the friendships you make, the parties

you go to, the late night group study sessions before exams, the dinner dates in dining halls, the dorm sleepovers, the cultural experiences, the vacation trips home, the pride in your scholastic and community achievements, are only the tip of the things that you will remember and cherish from college.”

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annually. In addition, data collected by the Department of Education and the U.S. Census Bureau show that of those individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, four in ten (43 percent) had volunteered in 2006, while among those with a high school diploma half as many (20 percent) reported volunteering.

Part of the recent work of the American Council on Education’s “Solutions for Our Future” campaign is to more broadly share the examples of how society benefits from investments that we all make in postsecondary education, whether for our own families or for others. cIcu recognizes the significant role higher education plays in the lives of all of us.

Though diverse in mission and structure, our member campuses are unified in their service to their communi-ties, this nation, and the world.

From developing human capital and powering the state’s economy, to serving communities, and conducting research to improve lives, New York’s 100-plus private, not-for-profit colleges and universities offer solutions for our future.

cIcu regularly documents the social benefits of higher education in a semi-annual publication titled The Inde-pendent Sector. In addition to the stories you’ll read in the pages ahead, these recent examples are posted online (see www.cicu.org, and click “Contributions to Our Communities”):

“In Tune and Up Tempo on Campus.” From a cap-pella groups to jazz ensembles to gospel choirs, students are swinging to a new surge in music performance liven-ing up campus and community life.

“Climate Change.” Higher education is setting the pace in meeting the urgent environmental challenges facing this century with research agendas and program-ming.

“Vaccine Victories.” Through the creation of new vaccines and the testing and delivery of critical existing ones, scientists at New York State’s independent colleges and universities are ensuring that vital existing vaccines find their way to the people who need them the most.

As the engine for the “knowledge economy,” New York’s Independent Sector of higher education stands ready to develop the human capital needed for future economic competitiveness, ready to educate the indi-viduals who will learn to think critically and to offer solutions to the broader problems facing New York and the nation.

At the same time, a college education is also the most effective way of transcending distinctions—of race, an-cestry, or wealth—that can fragment our society.

The diverse body of more than 460,000 students now enrolled at private colleges and universities in New York State will be an enlightened citizenry that will help to reinforce the very foundation of a democratic society.

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Two-Year A.A.S. Programs:Business Accounting Business AdministrationComputer Information SystemsComputer TechnologyCriminal JusticeElectrical Technology: Electronics*Environmental Technology Human ServicesIndividual Studies* Industrial TechnologyNursing*Wind Energy & Turbine Technology*

Two-Year Transfer Programs:Business Administration A.S.Individual Studies A.A.*Individual Studies A.S.*Liberal Arts: Humanities & Social Science A.A.Liberal Arts: Math & Science A.S.

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* These programs require a special enrollment process.

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Survey says: GCC is Top in TechGCC is tech savvy according to a recent student opinion

survey conducted by a neutral third party. Genesee Com-munity College ranked # 1 among all 27 participating SUNY community colleges for the quality of computer support ser-vices, Internet access, safety and security services, quality of the student union, effective use of information technology, and innovative use of technology in learning.

To see Genesee’s ‘tech tools’ first-hand, new students and their families were invited to the spring Open House earlier this month. They experienced the innovative technology available at Genesee, including computer labs, Smart class-rooms and the assortment of social media outlets targeted just for students. From Facebook to Youtube, Twitter to student blogs, Genesee students have multiple social media platforms to connect with other students, faculty and staff. For all the campus happenings visit Genesee’s student blog at GCCCampusblog.wordpress.com.

Genesee offers five computer technology associate degrees and four certificates to explore the array of tech careers. Computer Information Systems, Computer Repair, Web Design, Computerized Drafting, Computer Support

and Operations, and Computer Systems and Network Tech-nologies are among the options Genesee students have to sharpen their competitive edge in today’s job market. To discover all the Computer Technology degrees at Genesee visit genesee.edu/programs/IT.

Genesee Community College also offers 50 other degree or certificate programs in many emerging technologies, such as Polysomnographic Technology (sleep tech), Veterinary Technology (vet tech), Biotechnology (biotech), Technical Theater (theater tech) and Environmental Studies.

With nearly 7,500 students across seven campus locations in WNY (Albion, Arcade, Batavia, Dansville, Lima, Medina and Warsaw) and more than 100 online courses every semes-ter, GCC offers the winning combination of flexible courses scheduling and affordable tuition.

Lastly, College Village—a student residence community at the Batavia Campus rounds out the total college experi-ence.

Check our tech, online at genesee.edu or call 1-866-CALL-GCC.

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GENESEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE Online and 7 Campus Locations

www.genesee.edu

60 Academic Programs: Transfer or career degrees

Affordable Tuition: + Scholarships and financial aid

Small Class Sizes: Professors who know your name

Online Options: Earn credits and degrees online

College Village: Apartment-style student housing at Batavia Campus

FREE Application

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Get your nomination form in today! Call 585-343-0163

GENESEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE Online and 7 Campus Locations

www.genesee.edu

60 Academic Programs: Transfer or career degrees

Affordable Tuition: + Scholarships and financial aid

Small Class Sizes: Professors who know your name

Online Options: Earn credits and degrees online

College Village: Apartment-style student housing at Batavia Campus

FREE Application

Citizenship Scholarships awarded to student leaders residing at College Village.

Get your nomination form in today! Call 585-343-0163

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Popular majors among today’s college studentsThe decision on what major to pursue is

important, but college students should recognize that not everyone ends up working in the field in which they earned a degree. Students should look for majors that are challenging and engaging and not just those that offer the biggest potential payday down the road. According to the Princeton Review some of the most popular majors among today’s college students are:

Business administration and management/commerce: Business majors get a solid foundation

in the theories and principles of finance, marketing, accounting, and economics. Learning to manage all kinds of organizations makes this major one of the more versatile and challenging majors for students.

Psychology: Psychology majors learn about the biology of the brain, with the major focusing on various areas of the human mind. Psychologists desire to educate, communicate and resolve issues pertaining to human behavior.

Education: Education majors learn different

methods to educating and inspiring students and often earn hands-on experience as student teachers during the course of their studies.

Political science and government: The study of politics and government, political science teaches students critical thinking and communication skills, while studying history and culture as well. A political science degree is often a precursor to law school.

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