Archive for October, 2009
Yelp’s Fall-ing for Pumpkin
Wednesday, October 28th, 2009Good morning everyone,
Hope you are doing well despite our windy and cold weather.
This morning, we are sharing with you this interesting post from Yelp. It’s all about Pumpkin,
No matter which way you carve it, nothing says fall like the mighty pumpkin. Restos all around town agree as they’re busy reincorporating this most festive of fruit back into the kitchen – and for some, it never left. On the off chance you suffer cucurbitophobia (a fear of pumpkins), we must warn you that this Weekly Yelp is dedicated to the King of ‘Kins, in all of its glorious forms! Click here to read their post.
To learn more about Pumpkin, we also found this great website called Pumpkin Patch. They have everything you need to know about Pumpkin for Halloween.
Happy Halloween.
U in the USA
College Students get Windows 7 for $29.99 – Sweet Deal! Hurry – Get it Today
Tuesday, October 27th, 2009Hi Everyone,
We just came across this great offer which will most likely interest some of you.
For a limited time, eligible college students can get the sweetest deal on Windows 7 – for only $29.99* USD.
That’s less than most of your textbooks! Hurry — offer ends January 3, 2010 at 12:00 am CST.
To get it today, click here.
Enjoy.
10 Best Jobs for College Students
Tuesday, October 27th, 2009Hi Everyone,
We hope that your week is going well.
This morning U.S. News published its list of the 10 best jobs for college students.
The 10 jobs listed below are great choices for students because they look good on a résumé, work around class schedules, offer decent pay, or—if they’re really great—all of the above.
- On-campus IT support job
- On-campus career services
- Paid internship
- Unpaid internship
- Waiter or waitress
- Lab assistant
- Professor’s research assistant
- Home health aide
- Writer
- Bank teller
Click here to read the complete article and their recommendations.
All the best,
U in the USA
How to make the most of your Halloween Celebration?
Saturday, October 24th, 2009With Halloween just around the corner, if you still don’t know which costume to buy or where to go, we think the Halloween Event Guide published by Going will save you time and give you original ideas. Going’s giving you the lowdown on the best of the best in Halloween happenings and costume ideas. Click here to visit their guide.
We also recommend the 2009 Eye Spy LA Halloween. They feature tons a great events and activities. Don’t miss it, it’s here.
Before you go out to celebrate with friends and classmates, you should also visit History‘s website. They have a great page about the Real Story of Halloween, and when it came to America. It’s here.
Finally, we found on HowStuffWorks 28 fun Halloween crafts will help those who will stay at home with family and friends. You will learn to make party decorations, homemade costumes and other Halloween crafts. Click here to start.
Have fun and Happy Halloween,
U in the USA
Fulbright Program Adapts to Obama Administration’s Priorities
Saturday, October 24th, 2009Hello,
Last week, the Chronicle of Higher Education included special coverage on the Fulbright Program. The feature article on the program includes an extensive interview with Alina Romanowski, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Academic Programs at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, highlighting the State Department’s efforts to review the disciplines and world areas of focus “with an eye toward putting President Obama’s stamp on the program.” In an interview with The Chronicle, Alina L. Romanowski, the new deputy assistant secretary for academic programs at the department’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, said both Mr. Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have sent clear signals that education exchange is a crucial aspect of the U.S. international agenda. That’s a very great news because this will increase exchanges and mutual understanding between the peoples of the United States and other countries.
Click here to read the complete report.
U in the USA
What makes a great business school?
Saturday, October 24th, 2009Hi Everyone,
Here is another interesting article which came from StudyLink. Studying business is an investment in your future. Choosing the right business school will make it easier to get a head start on your career, because as well as learning the theory of business and economics, a good business school will also give you the opportunity to network with relevant industry leaders, and form lasting friendships with future colleagues and business partners. But where do you start? Read their guide to find out.
All the best,
U in the USA
International Education Critical to U.S. Business and Industry Leaders
Saturday, October 24th, 2009Hi Everyone,
We receive this article from our partner the Institute of International Education.
With the help of the Dilenschneider Group, IIE recently conducted a survey of more than 200 senior-level U.S. and international business leaders to gauge their perceptions of the value of international education to their organizations’ workforce talent. Sixty percent of all respondents reported that the hiring and promotion strategy of their companies acknowledge the importance of a study abroad experience. The survey represents the opinions of CEOs, senior directors, presidents, vice-presidents, and chairs of company boards from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. The new IIE briefing paper analyzes the results of the survey.
Many respondents indicated that the true value of international education lies in the opportunity it provides for students to participate in intensive language programs and develop skills that result from the unique experience of complete immersion in a foreign culture.
Even though this article was written for American students who study outside the United States, we think international students should also read it. The paper will give you a better understanding of how U.S. business leaders think, and what are some of their concerns when hiring new employees. We really believe this paper will help you enhance your career prospects.
To download the paper, click here.
All the best,
U in the USA
Calculating Your “Real” Grade Point Average (GPA)
Friday, October 23rd, 2009Hi Everyone,
We received this very interesting article from Mark Montgomery who owns Great College Advice.
Everyone knows the importance of a high school student’s grade point average, or GPA. It’s the little number that labels us. It signifies whether we are a geek or slacker, or somewhere in between. The GPA is usually either a point of great pride or great shame. Those students who are proud of their GPA practically have it tattooed on their foreheads, while others skulk about in fear that someone might discover what ignoramuses they truly are. To read the complete article click here.
We believe his great resources and advices will be helpful to you.
All the best,
U in the USA.
How to Find an Internship? Not Just Any Internship—One That Fits Your Needs
Friday, October 23rd, 2009Hi Everyone,
We found two very interesting articles about finding internships that fit really your needs.
First, CollegeBoard who wrote an article which gives us great suggestions to make the most of a research. The article was written for high school students. However, we think their advices and resources will help those who are looking for internships.
Click here to find the complete article.
Second, CNET News wrote another great article which provides a list of 10 resources that are designed to help prospective interns achieve their professional goals. Click here to turn these tools into your profit.
Good luck on your research.
U in the USA.
2009 Times Higher Education University Rankings Released
Friday, October 23rd, 2009Hi Everyone,
The Times Higher Education/QS rankings was released this week.
An article in Inside Higher Ed described key trends in the rankings as follows:
- The United States and Britain continue to dominate the very top ranks with one university in Cambridge, Mass., leading the rankings and one in the original Cambridge in second place.
- The number of North American universities in the top 100 fell to 36 from 42 in just a year.
- The list saw increases in universities from Europe (39, up from 36) and Asia (16, up from 14 last year).
Read the full article at: www.insidehighered.com/news/2009/10/08/rankings
For the full rankings, visit: www.timeshighereducation.co.uk/Rankings2009-Top200.html
Let us know what you think about these rankings.
U in the USA