Monthly Archives: June 2010

E-Reader Price Cuts –

The iPad has driven down prices of e-readers that view the Apple product as competition.  Recently, Barnes & Noble lowered the price of Nook to $199  and a wifi only model to $149.  Almost immediately Amazon responded with a price cut on the … Continue reading

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StartUpHire –

StartUpHire lists positions with start-up companies and has search agents which match new jobs to your criteria.  The site is in partnership with the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) as well as law firms and venture capital firms.  Many of … Continue reading

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Checking Out Schools –

When you want to check out a prospective school there are a number of ways to do research.  Some of the best ways are to speak to the students and check out their facilities.  A visit to the dining hall … Continue reading

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Vault –

Vault is a great site if you are researching schools or careers.  Prospective students can view sample admission essays, school statistics, student reviews, and much more.  The site covers college, graduate school, MBA, medical, and law programs.  There is even a … Continue reading

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Congress To Tackle College Costs –

Republican Senator Mike Enzi has written an article on the need for Congress to help lower the costs of education.  The article appears in Roll Call and it does a good job of framing the problem at hand.  The Wyoming … Continue reading

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Internships –

The Wall Street Journal has an important article to read on internships for students.  Internships can be a stepping stone to a higher position and an important addition to a resume.  Many firms have cut back on hiring new employees … Continue reading

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