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Through the Grapevine – 4/5

April 5, 2012
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From Josè: I met a girl a few weeks ago, and I think I am falling for her, but she is graduating next month. Should I tell her how I feel? Ben says: Why not? The worst she could say is no. You will never know until you give it a shot. Nothing ventured, nothing…

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Neal’s Necessary Knowledge- Discussing the discussion

March 29, 2012
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A classroom discussion can be intimidating, especially if you are accustomed to passively listening to lectures. However, it can also be one of the most immersive and rewarding ways to learn. The best way to approach one is with a plan. So, here are some tips on how to engage in a discussion: Be Prepared.…

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Through the Grapevine – 3/29

March 29, 2012
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From Mahan Occupant: I came to college to prefect my art, and now I feel that I am ready to go into the world as an artist and I want to start my own business. I have also gotten a few job offers, but I don’t want to get caught up in something else. Do…

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Neal’s Necessary Knowledge – Learn to handle conflicts

March 22, 2012
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It’s an unavoidable matter of fact that we will meet people who we will come into conflict with. That is simply the nature of having neighbors and/or roommates in college. Ideally, we’d all just learn to coexist peacefully. However, the chances of that dwindle in an environment full of stress and so little personal space.…

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Through the Grapevine- 3/22

March 22, 2012
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From Hannah: My sister recently called me and told me how much she hates her job and how she wants to become a sales rep for a makeup company. She wanted to hear what I thought since she didn’t want to tell our parents, because they would judge her for taking a job that they…

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Neal’s Necessary Knowledge – Present a perfect portfolio

March 15, 2012
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A good portfolio is an essential part of many career fields, including writing, journalism, art, fashion, design, photography, and many more. It is a culmination of your best work in one place, and the inarguable proof that you have the skills needed for the job. So, in order to promote yourself to the fullest, here…

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Through the Grapevine – 3/15

March 15, 2012
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From Eliza: I have a plan of where my life is going over the next couple of years, and it requires that I move around a lot, which I am fine with. But I’m afraid that by continually moving around I might miss my chance to settle down and start a family. Should I change…

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Neal’s Necessary Knowledge – Use the Power of the Point

February 23, 2012
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We’ve all seen our share of bad Powerpoint presentations. They’re often filled with technical mishaps, poor timing, awkward speakers, and screens packed with far too much visual and informational clutter to process at once. However, this doesn’t mean that Powerpoint can’t be used as an effective tool in presenting information. We shouldn’t blame the technology…

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Through the Grapevine – 2/23

February 23, 2012
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From Godiva: I said ‘I love you’ to my boyfriend, but he didn’t say it back, nor did he freak out. Should I be worried? Ben says: Maybe he’s just not ready to say it back. Some people develop feelings faster or are more comfortable with expressing them quicker. Just wait for now and see…

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Neal’s Necessary Knowledge – Find your inner social butterfly

February 16, 2012
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If you let it be, college can be a lonely place. It’s easy to get so caught up in classes and schoolwork that you simply forget to have a social life. Then, when you finally have the time, you don’t know what to do with it. Most of the people around you have formed their…

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