May 2013
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College Class of 2013: The Job Market, Location & More
As soon-to-be college graduates cram for final exams and gear up for graduation, they’re also thinking about where they’re going to live and work. If they’re lucky, these future members of the workforce already have the logistics figured out.
Unfortunately, many college grads face uncertain job prospects in 2013. “For the fifth...
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Deadline extension: Munir Hamid Scholarship
We encourage all African American students in the U.S. Jama’at to apply for the specialized Munir Hamid scholarship.
The scholarship is targeted towards first-time and returning undergraduate students under 25, as well as non-traditional undergraduate students over 25. Its counterpart, the Muzaffar Ahmad Zaffar scholarship, is also available for graduate students.
The application is...
April 2013
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Anonymous asked: I have just completed my undergraduate eduction and took a gap year, planning to enroll in a graduate course in fall 2013, can I attend the meeting.
Anonymous asked: are students from the east coast allowed to attend as well?
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West Coast Students: Register for Meeting With...
Our beloved Hudhur (aba) will be presiding over a special educational session with students during his historic visit to Southern California.
We have received instructions to open the registration further to now include students completing grades 6 to 11 in the next few months), along with those already invited (high school seniors, college students and post-graduates). Do not register children...
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Register for Student Meeting With Hudhur (aba) →
In early May, Hudhur (aba) will be visiting the Baitul Hameed Mosque in Chino, California. Students can register for a special meeting with Hudhur by submitting their information here.
The boys’ meeting will be held Monday, May 6 at 5:30 p.m. The girls’ meeting with Hudhur will be held on Thursday, May 9 at 6:45 p.m.
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How to Succeed at School →
Online Counseling College:
1. Get into the habit of being an early riser. We can all benefit from having a little bit of extra time in the morning. It reduces stress, helps to prevent you from forgetting things, and stops that crazy morning rush.
2. Deliberately decide to tune out distractions. Turn off the TV, social media, your phone, and hide away when you need to get work done.
3. Prepare...
March 2013
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“These activities must be evaluated in terms of your personal context. If you go...”
– A Former Ivy League Admissions Officer (via How To Get Into Your Harvard)
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“Sleep plays an important role in the brain’s ability to consolidate learning...”
– So says new research from the University of Chicago, which might explain why a famous inventor like Edison would be so particular about his sleep.
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“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit.”
– Aristotle
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What do you do when you don’t understand what your...
According to Harris Interactive Polling, of students ages 16 to 18:
· 46% raise their hand and ask the teacher
· 34% ask a friend for help
· 10% do nothing and hope it won’t matter
·6% remain quiet so no one knows they don’t understand
· 1% ask mom or dad for help
Don’t let yourself grow used to not understanding what’s happening in the classroom. You’re in charge of your own...
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“The difference between real material poison and intellectual poison is that most...”
– Leo Tolstoy, Russian writer
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Moving Out For College?
As students begin to apply to college, important questions arise when deciding where to send those applications. Should a student only apply to colleges close to home? Just far enough away to have some of their own space? Or really, really far away? Also, what are parents okay with? Are parents okay with their children moving far away? Or does this pose too many dangers that parents are...
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6 Unique Graduate & Professional Scholarships
1. The Hal Cohen Memorial Scholarship
Awards of up to $5,000 for graduate and professional students pursuing studies in health economics, health finance, health policy or a related field. For those interested in health economics, health finance, or health policy.
2. The Leonard and Helen R. Stulman Endowed Scholars Grants
Grants of up to $5,000 for bilingual students pursuing degrees in...
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February 2013
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Choosing the Best MBA Program for You
This guide was created by the good people at Accepted - they have tons of fantastic infographics helping you map your way to academic success.
The term MBA is short for Master of Business Administration. This graduate-level degree typically requires two years or three years of professional experience. You can have an undergraduate education in any field to enter an MBA program, but...
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The Ins & Outs of Caribbean Medical Education
Not all medical schools are created equal.
Many dream of growing up to become physicians. It is a noble and rewarding profession. It also pays well, which is a nice bonus. As you may know, getting into medical school in the U.S. is tough. The number of applicants has jumped from 34,860 in 2001, to 45,266 in 2012. In 2012, there were 636,309 applications from 45,266 applicants (average of 14...
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Scholarship & Internship Round Up
University of Oregon Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR)
Deadline: No hard deadline but reviewing process starts in the last week of Feb, continues until filled (late spring)
The program is a 10 week immersion into the life of a research scientist, including a closely mentored 10 week research project, regular lab meetings, seminar series, professional development and career...
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Anonymous asked: Asalamualaikum. Recently in a sermon given by Amir Jama'at Canada, it was clearly stated that girls who have finished highschool, and have no career goals or plans for post-secondary education, should join the Aisha academy. He also added that they shouldn't have any career goals or post secondary education to begin with, and stay at home and be good wives and mothers. I find this...
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If you received your education overseas…
I completed my 12th grade or higher education outside the U.S. How can I convert my diploma to a degree recognized here?
Consider taking an exam called GED, generally known as General Educational Development Test. The GED provides an alternative to – or the equivalent of –a high school diploma or certificate. To get GED certificate, an individual will need to prepare adequately for about 5 major...
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The National Science Foundation Quiz
gaircyrch:
Every two or three years, the National Science Foundation conducts surveys on science and engineering developments, a part of which includes the public’s understanding and awareness of science and engineering ideas and advancements. This portion of the study features a quiz on factual knowledge questions in physical and biological concepts.
Do you know the answers? Try the quiz for...
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Scholarship & Internship Round-Up
AACE International Deadline: February 15, 2013 // Award: $2,000 to $8,000
Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of academic performance (35%), extracurricular activities (35%), and an essay (30%) on the value ofstudy of cost engineering or total cost management. The essay should explain why cost management will be important in your career goals.
Ada I. Pressman Memorial...
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Overview: The SAT
The SAT is a standardized reasoning test for college admissions in the United States. Many universities consider performance on the SAT to be an indication of a student’s ability to succeed in a college classroom. Along with a student’s GPA (grade point average), the SAT is a major factor universities and colleges evaluate on the college application.
The exam comprises of three timed sections...
January 2013
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Understanding Federal Financial Aid
thecollegiateblog:
College is expensive but there are a wide variety of sources and avenues for students to finance their education. Financial aid can come from the college itself, either as merit-based or need-based financial aid, from private organizations and sponsorships, and for domestic students, from the federal government. The federal government provides students with 3 main types of...
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Links for college listings and reviews
encollegement:
Since there are a lot of ways to come at a college search, it’s nicest to use tools that include a lot of information you can filter by, like majors, size, location, cost.
In case you cannot tell, I really hate it when college planning sites are selling something, or trying to market things to students, in exchange for information. If possible, I make a note of it.
Some sites...
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Overview: Study Abroad
When should I study abroad?
Depending on your program of study, eligibility for a study abroad program and the kind of study abroad you are interested in, you’ll study abroad sometime during your sophomore or junior year in order to complete general education requirements. Requirements for graduation can make it more difficult to study abroad during senior year.
How do I find the right program...
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Why The SAT and ACT are NOT basically the same...
collegeapp-chick:
So the two big exams everyone panics about in their junior and senior year of high school are the SAT and the ACT. The commonly held belief is that you should just prep for the SAT, and then sit for the ACT to see how you do.
The truth is, doing this will be a disservice to yourself. You should train for both if you’re planning on taking both, because there are a few fundamental...
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NYTimes reporter offers advice to young...
Q: I’m a freshman in college right now & journalism is a career that interests me. Is there any advice you can share on being successful in journalism?
A: You have to make stuff. The tools of journalism are in your hands and no one is going to give a damn about what is on your resume, they want to see what you have made with your own little fingies. Can you use Final Cut Pro? Have you created...
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“Why do I so passionately advocate our engaging in this enterprise of creating...”
– Dr. Abdus Salam, theoretical physicist who was the first Pakistani to win the Nobel Prize in Physics and the only Ahmadi Muslim to ever win a Nobel Prize.
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“A human being is not attaining his full heights until he is educated.”
– Horace Mann
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Career Guidance: Questions to Keep in Mind
What credentials are needed to get into this specific type of graduate school?
What’s a good score on the specific graduate school entrance exam and how do I get it?
Who in the community can be a good mentor for this field? Is there any professional association of the Jama’at - Ahmadi Lawyers Association, Ahmadiyya Scientists Association, Muslim Writers Guild, etc - which can guide me?
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Scholarship & Internship Round-up
White House Internships Deadline: January 27, 2013
Intern at the White House! Interns assignments will include research, managing incoming inquiries, attending meetings, writing memos and staffing events. Further assignments and responsibilities will be department specific.Internship includes a weekly speaker series with senior staff members and small group meetings exploring public policy...
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Anonymous asked: I was looking through the career guidance section and I would like suggest also adding "Public Health" to the list. I feel that this is will be beneficial to many interested members since there are a number of degrees (MPH, MS, PhD, DrPH, JD/MPH, MD/MPH) offered as well a broad spectrum of career opportunities. Could this be a possibility?
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A Comprehensive Guide for High School Students
What does it take to get into an elite school?
The main idea is to present your high school career as a cohesive, compelling narrative.
Ex: I want to attend Stanford University because their architecture program is cutting edge. Consequently, my entire high school career has been geared towards embodying this ideal – being cutting edge. My internships, research, publications, blogs, classes –...
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College Students: Tips for Studying Right
Write to Hudhur weekly. Each letter should be absolutely no longer than 4 sentences. Discuss the school you’re attending, classes you’re studying, classes you find challenging, and make your request for prayer.
Pray right. 5 times Salaat is crucial, Juma every Friday, and try to do Tahajjud on weekends at least.
Eat right. Studies have shown that berries (blueberries, blackberries,...
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National Universities that Offer Full Ride... →
thecollegiateblog:
Paying for college can sometimes feel impossible. With tuition, room, and board coming to almost $60,000 per year at many schools, most families are unable to afford the published sticker prices. However, there are literally hundreds of colleges in the country that are willing to pay everything for the most talented students regardless of their financial circumstances. A full...
December 2012
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Ready, West Coast?
The National Education Department Team will be leading an interactive workshop at the West Coast Jalsa Salana, meant for parents and students from middle school to college.
HOW TO GET INTO HARVARD, STANFORD, OR THE BEST COLLEGE POSSIBLE.
On December 28, 2012 in the Tahir Hall of Baitul Hameed Mosque in Chino, California, we will present a 90-minute program to help Ahmadis get into the best...
