Stanford University

As our Public Relations officer, Angie Chacko, was involved in every aspect of our chapter including the Honors in Action topic. She was not involved in the research process of the project, but she did help deliver the information to our members and people outside of the chapter. When our chapter set our four step action plan to raise awareness of our HIA topic, Angie took the initiative to spread the word. Even before our brochures containing our research were made, Angie kept a communication…

When it comes to being a student enrolled in high school or college, studying is imperative. Studying gives a student the opportunity to master a subject and to excel in class. While studying is crucial to the success of a student enrolled in high school or college, its elements are different for each. The amount of time it takes to study, the ability to find time to study, and the goal behind studying are all different when it comes to high school and college. Although high school and college…

't satisfy the wish that proposed by Newman. One of the best colleges in American, Howard University lists the general requirements for all major students. In its list, students are mandated to take two English classes, one speech course, three nature science courses, two courses from humanities or arts, one philosophy course, two foreign language courses, and one-year metathesis courses (“Howard University-college of art and science”). According to the list, we are able to realize that those…

For these days, it is not that surprised to see everyone carries or uses a digital devices on the street. Cellphones, laptops, tablets, these massive types of devices have provided countless helps to our live. As the group of people that receive the most assistance from digital technology, students, especially college students (including me), are highly dependent on the technology. Technology has taken an important role on students’ college career, but as the return, students have gained huge…

Ohio University economic historian, states, “Students increasingly rely on third parties - governments and private donors - to help finance their education. This has enhanced the increase in demand, raised tuition levels, and provides new resources to universities” (23). Government subsidies may appear beneficial by bringing down product cost at the initial time, but truly makes matters worse later by hiring the demand for college. To add on, current spendings of college and universities are…

Many students cannot afford tuition so if they were to pay for college they would be in so much debt, especially now since the tuition fees are increasing. Many state universities would suffer. Corporate and other important job levels would decline. Office Jobs especially because we have to be insanely qualified to have these certain jobs and some people need a Bachelor’s Degree if not a Masters. Louisiana’s current budget deficit should not allow the Government to take TOPS away from upcoming…

order to balance their own budgets, have cut funding from post-secondary education, leading to tuition increases. The problem is compounded, according to Edwards et al. (2013), even more by universities using the scant funding that they receive for new buildings on the campus and to raise the pay of university administrators (p. 99). In order for college costs to come down, and be more affordable to more students, solutions have to come from both from an increase of funding, and smartly using…

there are Academic Programs that give students many classes to pick from and opportunities to explore ideas. Housing is also part of an advantage students get to live on campus and learn new things. Students taking a four-year college can get a university experience with the college they pick and get prepared for a job. They can get involved with school activities like homecoming, football games, and also experience with dorm living. Also, there are scholarship opportunities that are included…

College students often take in to consideration many different reasons for choosing their major. Making a major selection based on a combination of factors is expected and is a good idea. On the other hand, choosing a college major based solely on one criteria can lead to frustration and disappointment in the long run. Selecting a major based on high salary is a common decision students make, instead of factoring their skills and interest. It’s difficult to succeed in a field if the student…

P1-Anna When asked, what obstacles do you think would hinder you from persisting in obtaining your degree? Participant one, Anna, expressed, “I was on a tight schedule trying to get my grandkids off to school and then run to school myself. In the evenings, I had to get home to prepare their meals, make sure my grandchildren were doing their homework, and then do my homework”. What does it mean to you to persist in your education in spite of the obstacle. Anna, stated, “It is very important…