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2 days ago

Solving The Studying Dilemma: Online Classes v. Mass Lectures

When it comes to deciding whether to pursue your degree in a traditional four year institution or with an accredited online program, there are countless factors to consider. In most cases, prices are a concern, and will greatly influence potential students. In addition, scheduling is a big

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14 days ago

Should You Bring Your Car To College: Pros & Cons

Get excited!  College campuses are where the real social networks began with a high concentration of motivated, ambitious, and diverse students all around your age.  As a freshman, you are probably either required or advised to live in a dorm for you first year which is a great opportunity to

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1 month ago

Basic College Safety

College is undoubtedly one of the most exciting times of your life. You are finally away from home and on your own, living as an adult. With this enhanced freedom, you have additional responsibilities, such as keeping yourself safe. Living safely while in college doesn’t have to be

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11 months ago

My best judging story…ever

About 15 years ago I was judging for the Romance Writers of America’s most prestigious national contest for unpublished writers, the Golden Heart. The entries I got that year were pretty typical–some good, some not so much. One entry, however, was over the top in terms of quality.

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11 months ago

FREE MONEY! Details below!

I sometimes introduce myself as, “I’m a writer–of course I’m paranoid!” Why? Because writers of all sorts are one of the most abused and maligned professions.  We’re underpaid, over-criticized, and constantly pressured to meet ridiculous deadlines.

And that

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11 months ago

Be Kind to a Cranky TA Day

I’m feeling cranky.

Among other things, I’m a judge in various national writing contests.  I’m judging a contest now for a major writing organization.  The entrants sent in the opening chapters of their novels plus a synopsis.  I’m supposed to read the entries, provide

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