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Going back to school provides people with a vast new world of opportunities, and people can truly better their quality of life when they decide to obtain a degree. For adults, it is never too late to get the career you want, and online schools make it easier than ever to work through an education and obtain the degree you need to make these positive changes in your life. College-Scholarships.com offers information about a multitude of different schools, and you could be on your way today to finally building the life you deserve.
Recent studies have shown that college graduates earn roughly 85% more on average than those who hold a high school diploma alone, and this substantial increase in income can allow a person to relax and really enjoy the finer things in life. With less worry about money, a person can spend more time doing the things that they love and less time stressing about making ends meet, giving them an undoubtedly better overall quality of life. Also, with a college degree, a person is able to pursue their professional passions in life by being able to choose their desired field, rather than settling for which jobs they are able to attain. A degree will make you more desirable to employers, and with a degree, you will be able to choose who you work for and just what you would like to spend your time doing.
For adults who work hard to support themselves or their families, the idea of going back to school can be daunting. The thought of juggling a job, family, and education is one that can stress any person out, but this should never discourage a person from going back to school to get the degree they want. Online colleges provide an option that works around your schedule, allowing you to keep your routine while working towards your educational goal in your own time.

It is a widely known fact that going back to school can help to better your life, and with online colleges going back to school is easier than ever. At College-Scholarships.com, we have information on a wide range of different schools, and you can start building your new future today!

Though in the past, community colleges have been perceived as “schools for those who can’t hack 4 year colleges,” that is changing. Not only are community colleges much more reasonably priced, but they offer some outstanding benefits that sometimes go unnoticed. As you finalize your decision for where you will attend your freshman year, don’t overlook the positive aspects community colleges offer.

Small classes
Many students find that the typical class size of community colleges is more student-friendly because of the easy access to one-on-one time with instructors. It’s just easier to build a relationship with an instructor who doesn’t have 200 other students in that same class. If you are concerned about being a number instead of a person at a huge university, a community college might be the answer.

Lower “overwhelm”
Transitioning into the independent college life can be scary. Large class size, unfamiliar roommates and heavy work load often adds up to stress and anxiety for incoming freshmen. In fact, one of the reasons that college freshmen fail to live up to their potential is that the complete change of lifestyle and requirements of studying overwhelm them. Starting out in a different environment, but one that is closer to home and not as large can aid students in settling into college life more quickly and effortlessly.

Smart instructors
Of course, 4 year colleges have smart instructors too, but there are some advantages to being taught by un-tenured professors. Many of the instructors in community colleges have actual real world experience in the field they are teaching. Theory is great, but sometimes practical information is more helpful, especially to new college students. In addition, the instructors in community colleges are there because they love to teach, not because academia is the only place where they can get paid to do research and get published. Some professors see the teaching part of their career as something they have to do. Taking a class with an instructor who loves to teach the subject can make a world of difference in how much a student learns.

Lower fees
With the cost of college skyrocketing, this point will most likely come into the decision of where to attend. Not only is community college tuition much less expensive, but students also have the option of living at home instead of paying large sums every semester for housing and a meal plan. There is also little chance that you will have to pay additional fees, such as for the student recreation center, even if you don’t use the facility. Since community colleges are less concerned about having all of the amenities of a country club, students don’t pay hidden fees.

Student Life
One misnomer about community colleges is that there is no student life. No sports, no clubs, no interaction. But many community colleges have changed all of that. With the rise in their population, they have seen an increase of interest in student life, so they have branched out to develop more school and community spirit. Many community colleges have sports teams and non-academic clubs; it is no longer true that community colleges are only focused on the classroom aspect of college life. More are offering a well-rounded education for those interested in all they have to offer.

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Most traditional colleges require first-year freshmen to live on campus. While some may argue that this is simply another way for colleges to get money out of students, there are several advantages to living on campus during the first year of college life, and possibly throughout your academic career.

One of the first reasons is economic. Yes, tuition and housing can be expensive, but when you consider the amount of money you’d pay in rent and utilities to live off campus, the amounts don’t differ that much. Housing may actually be cheaper because of all the amenities that are included in your tuition/housing: rent (probably looking at $500-$700 per month unless you find roommates to share expenses with), electric bill, water/sewage/garbage, telephone, internet, and basic cable. As part of your housing costs, there is also the possibility that these will be covered by various scholarships or housing concessions that you can apply for through Financial Aid as opposed to having to take out student loans to help cover the cost of off-campus living. Also, when you live on campus in the dorms, you have campus security on call, 24/7. There are generally Resident Assistants (RAs) for every dorm floor and someone sitting at a front desk in the lobby of the dorms to provide emergency assistance. There is usually a curfew in terms of the door locking and only those who live in the dorm being allowed access through the use of issued keys. You’re also within easy access of campus security/police should you require their assistance. Thirdly, living on campus gives you easy access to campus that someone living off campus doesn’t have. You don’t have to worry about driving to class and being late for traffic or because of car trouble. You can walk to the library, classes, computer labs, or cafeteria. You can save money on gas (or possibly not have to own a car at all considering that most college towns will have some form of public transportation for when you need to go off-campus). One of the last reasons why living on campus is a good idea for freshmen is the increased social life. Living on campus means you are right in the middle of campus life – dances, parties, lectures, entertainers, intramural sports, and contests. Being in the midst of all this gives you the chance to meet your fellow students and get to know them, to make friends quickly. As a freshman spending time away from home for the first time, it’s easy for you to feel lonely, depressed and/or homesick. Getting involved in campus life can help you to overcome those feelings and make it through that first semester/year away from home. Are there disadvantages to living on campus? Of course, and some people who like their privacy or want to live in a quieter environment may wish to move out of the dorms/off campus as quickly as they can, but for freshmen, living on campus can be one of the best and quickest ways to establish yourself as an independent, successful college student. If living on campus is not an option for you because you are older and already have a family or moving to a campus is not an option, you can go to http://www.college-scholarships.com/online-colleges-and-online-degrees.htm and find an online university.

So you are off to college in the fall. You can’t wait to be an independent adult. And, if your college doesn’t require students to live on campus that first year, it may be tempting to dream about living off-campus. While you should always consider all of your options, there are many good reasons why students should live on campus. These advantages can be broken down into the 3 C’s:

Convenience One of the greatest things about living on campus is the fact that there is no travel time involved. Time is precious when you are a college student, so the fact that classes, libraries and computer labs are all close by is a real plus. The time saved can be used for studying or enjoying time with friends. All colleges strive to provide students with a microcosm of a town—just about anything a student could need or want is nearby. This includes shops, clinics, gyms, and in some cases, even movie theatres or bowling alleys. Living on campus also simplifies life since there is no need to pay bills to various companies each month because housing and dining costs are included in college fees. Even though the cost of living on campus may seem steep, the convenience is well worth it. Students don’t have to worry about getting groceries, making their own meals, trying to find roommates, driving in heavy traffic, etc. When they need something, it is just a short walk to get it…whatever it might be.
Connections You may have heard people say that they made friends at college who turned out to be life-long friends. These types of deep connections are more likely to occur when a student lives on campus because there are so many opportunities to engage with others. Students can also easily gain access to the campus recreation center for physical activities, including classes and intermural sports, where they can meet new people. Being on campus also allows for easier access to club meetings and special events hosted by the college. Furthermore, many college students, even freshmen, work while going to school. Living on campus provides connections to all types of service jobs for students. Working on campus benefits students because the jobs are close by and they typically close down for all major breaks, so there is no need to locate a different job when each new semester begins. Campus employers also understand that students are there to learn, so they tend to be understanding of schedule changes and other needs of college students. Overall, living on campus allows students connect with others who have similar interests and goals.
Contentment While each college and student is different, national studies show that students who live on campus are generally happier with their overall college experience. The reason for this is most likely due to the ease of being actively involved in college life. Additionally, first year students who live on campus have higher GPA’s than students who live off-campus, and they also have higher graduation rates. Living on campus, especially for the first year, can make the transition to college life and adulthood easier. Students are less isolated and more involved in the many types of social and academic activities on a college campus when they live in the middle of it all. So while living off campus may sound like fun, another look at the college residence halls should be considered.

The Programme ''Voices for Change (V4C)'' is a recently designed, UK Aid funded, four year programme running from October 2013 to December 2017. The goal of V4C is to help transform social attitudes towards girls and women in USA by working on specific individual, social and institutional changes. V4C will do this by operating at Federal level and in four States (Kano, Kaduna, Lagos, Enugu). V4C’s Vision is to be known and recognised for creating new ways to change behaviour, contributing to a USA where
every girl, boy, woman and man achieves their full potential. V4C’s Mission is to inspire a generation of new voices to speak up and speak out to empower young women to achieve their real potential.

Job Tittle; State Coordinator

Job Type;
Full Time

Qualification;
MBA/MSc/MA

Experience;
5 years

Location;
Katsina

Job Field; Administration / Secretarial NGO/Non-Profit

The Position
The purpose of the State Coordinator role is to inspire and motivate V4C partners at state level to drive the movement for change in gender equality. This will involve participating in key events, ensuring the quality and pace of delivery, monitoring the effectiveness of activities, bringing state partners together to share lessons, and creating linkages with other DFID funded programs and development partners. The role full time and will be state based with travel approximately once/month to Abuja.

Key Responsibilities

• Create momentum at state level for implementation of V4C initiatives, including:
• Inviting government representatives, religious leaders and other key state influencers to events, keeping them up-dated on progress, and seeking to work with them to amplify messages that are in line with V4C initiatives.
• Coordinate technical input and guidance to partners
• Coordinating state programme meetings to plan, monitor, and review program success
• Linking up partners to share successes, lessons, and strategies to overcome barriers.
• Overseeing the delivery of work plans outlined in the V4C / partner sub agreement, including quality and pace of delivery.
• Overseeing implementation at state level to ensure alignment with V4C

• Support the Output 1 – AGW Life Skills Lead in effectively leading on activities within post secondary institutions including;
• Strengthening partner relationships with relevant state institutions
• Coordinating capacity building and monitoring results, in particular for the physical Safe Space Programme
• Ensuring Brand Ambassadors are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to pilot creative activities in virtual and physical men and boys safe spaces.
• Create state level saturation of consistent messages that aim to influence the attitudes of V4Cs target audiences (AGW, men and boys, key influencers, implementation partners), including:
• Collaborating with the V4C Communications Manager and Key Influencers Lead to ensure that physical and virtual messages ‘speak to’ V4C target audiences.
• Ensuring linkages are made between students and communication channels (eg, radio stations).
• Ensuring target audience interests at ground level are fed into Output level planning and quality delivery
• Supporting state level lobbying by students and men.
• Participating in campaign activities that promote the V4C brand.
• Ensure that V4C has the information required to monitor and measure the success of initiatives, including
• Supporting implementing partners to document and report monthly / quarterly on progress, success, barriers and learning for submission to diaries for safe space work.
• Communicating regularly with the Output 1 – AGW Life Skills Lead for programme updates and general state security that affects programming, to develop weekly and monthly plans and progress reports.
• Following up with relevant programme staff to ensure MIS templates have been completed and data entered into the system.
• Continuously improve coordination and implementation of state level initiatives by networking formally and informally with other State Coordinators, including:
• Participating in quarterly review meetings to formally review progress and share cross-state lessons and problems, and work together to generate potential solutions.
• Liaising on a day-to-day basis to create a strong team for on-going peer support.
• Identify and build on synergies and overlaps with other DFID program by liaising with other program partners, including:
• Sharing V4C lessons and innovations with other development partners.
• Creating linkages with partners such as J4A and seeking to complement / amplify their work (eg, coordinating activities on violence against women).
• Liaising with other DFID program managers to identify overlaps / inconsistencies with V4C initiatives (eg, Girl hub’s work with girls).
• Any other reasonable activities determined by the Output 1 - AGW Life Skills Lead.

• Minimum of a Masters degree in social sciences, humanities or any related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years experience working in the development sector especially on gender and research.
• Excellent working knowledge of USA culture.
• Subject matter expert on social change programming, particularly gender equality issues, relationships and violence towards AGW, men and boys work.
• Knowledge of AGW life style.
• Knowledge of key influencers in affecting a change in attitudes towards AGW.
• Knowledge of how to access relevant communication channels (eg, radio stations).
• Understanding of physical and virtual safe spaces.
• Knowledge of other DFID progams, donor funded safe space programs, civil societies in safe space work within the state and other program partners (eg Population Council, Girl hub).
• Understanding of how to access government representatives, religious leaders and other key state influence

As we enter the new year, everyone is thinking about how they can live better…including college students. You don’t have to create a difficult,multi-tiered resolution to see the results of living healthier. With a bit of planning and determination, college students can start the springsemester off on the right foot, enjoying more energy and clearer focus when classes resume.
Eat Better
Everyone has heard of the dreaded Freshman 15, but if you did put on a few pounds last semester, you don’t need to just be resigned to living with them and maybe adding to them. Universities are wising up about supplying nutritional, healthy food options for students. Plan to belly up to the salad bar more often next semester and skip the fried food steam tables. Use that little fridge for storing pre-cut veggies and fruits instead of left-over Chinese and Hot Pockets. Planning ahead by keeping easy-to-grab healthy snacks around will make eating better much easier once the semester really gears up.
Sleep Better
Pulling all-nighters is not a badge of honor, like some college students believe. Studies show that being consistently sleep deprived affects your brain and body even more than having several beers. It slows reaction times and blurs your ability to make good choices. Make an action plan for next semester now. Pull out that planner and prepare it for the upcoming semester. Block out your class and work schedules and then section off times for studying so that it isn’t left to the last minute, meaning that you will have to live on just a few hours of sleep a night.
Exercise Better
When you think of exercise, you may think of hours spent in the student rec center sweating away. And, while accessing the gym that you already pay for in your college fees is a smart idea, you can easily build more exercise into your day doing things you already do. Take the stairs instead of the elevator and walk to that class across campus instead of taking the bus. Find other ways to add steps to your daily life. Once you do this and recognize how much better you feel with those endorphins flying around in your system, you may find yourself scheduling time to get to the student rec center more often too.
Drink Better
No, I don’t mean switching to micro-brews. I mean, drink more water. Many students have switched from soda to energy drinks, thinking they are healthier, and that they will make up for the lack of sleep they get. But nothing can replace the benefits of drinking more water. It keeps you hydrated, which helps you think and feel better, since hydration is required to keep all of the cells of your body work at their optimum. It provides you with quality energy and mental clarity—the exact opposite of what caffeine offers in the form of jittery, spastic energy with a big crash at the end of it. Invest in a reusable water bottle that you can carry with you everywhere this coming semester. Fill it up at water fountains so that you are never without that life-giving H2O. An added benefit: you will save bucks that can be better spent on more important things.
Decompress Better
So, maybe you bought into the belief last semester that college students party to decompress. But that doesn’t mean you have to continue on that track in the coming months. In fact, partying isn’t decompressing…it’s hiding from the stress that has built up. Make a plan for decompressing in a healthier way in the New Year. Attend yoga classes at the rec center, take walks to clear your head, make time for friends who care about more than just clubbing. Learn to meditate. Once you engage in a different, smarter form of relaxation, you will soon realize how last semester’s form of decompression actually added stress to your life.
Jacqueline Myers has been guiding college students through the murky waters of writing and research for many years. And she can be your personal English instructor if you visit her on her blog Nitty-Gritty English: The complete site for tips, tricks and techniques for the UN-enthusiastic English student. Jacqueline is a proud member of the AEGC writing staff.

We all have dreams and ambitions. When it comes to your career, reaching your goals will have a big impact on your finances, your happiness, and much more. Sometimes, however, life just gets in the way. For years, people with responsibilities and busy schedules have felt like it's practically impossible to go back to school and get the kind of degree that they need to move forward in life. Thanks to modern technology, that isn't the case anymore.

Online education has made it far easier for anyone to earn a respected college degree online. By using a few simple tools and finding the right program, you can start working towards the degree you want. Online education has a number of benefits, including the following:

• Numerous School Choices – More than 75% of all major universities now offer online programs in one form or another. There are many schools that specialize in online only classes, and others who combine a mixture of class types. For instance, schools like the University of Phoenix have made it easy to take online classes anywhere, and other colleges like DeVry offer both campus based and online classes.

• Plenty of Courses – There are also many different options in terms of what you want to study. Degrees can be earned online in a wide range of fields. Even those subjects that require hands-on training can often be completed through a combination of mostly online classwork and clinical experience at a local facility. Courses available in Information Technology, accounting, finance, and more can all be completed entirely online. Medical degrees in fields like nursing are sometimes available, but will often require offline, in-person clinical training as well as the online portion of classwork. There are also master's degrees, associate's degrees, and bachelor's degree programs available to choose from.

• Respected – As long as you take the time to find the right schools with the right credentials, your online degree will be every bit as useful and respected as one earned the traditional way. If you're in doubt, you can always check the US News and World Report college rankings for online schools.

• Flexible – This is the big difference, and the main reason that so many people are turning to online education Thanks to online colleges, students can learn at their own pace on their own schedule. You don't have to be in a classroom at a specific time. You don't have to take time off from your current job. Most importantly, you can spend the time you need mastering a specific area of study. It's a personalized way to learn that really does work.

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Job Title: Specialist. Customer Value Management

Location
Lagos

Job Field
Administration, Secretarial

Job Summary
Develop and measure customer retention and life cycle management, programmes and campaigns through the outbound and inbound channels to reduce churn and increase usage across all the products and services.

Principal Functions

• Participate in the development, implementation and measurement pro-active and re-active retention programmes to attain and exceed churn targets.
• Monitor customers' movements daily across various services, products and propose a proactive usage enhancement campaign aimed at addressing any noticeable decline in various product baskets.
• Constantly evaluate churn metrics to immediately implement remedies and improve on campaign business rules when necessary.
• Develop other customer life cycle programmes including win-back and loyalty programmes while maximizing the outbound and inbound channels.
• Anticipate and identify customer needs and dissatisfaction issues in order to aid pro-active customer engagement
• Analyze outbound/inbound campaign results and propose recommendations to the business base on campaign performance and evaluation ;
• Consistently communicate key findings from campaign analysis uptake, usage prediction, campaign effectiveness to segments and product managers for effective offer development.
• Work in close coordination with analytics team to identify pockets of opportunities within the base for a targeted BTL campaign.
• Build strong relationship with segment managers, IT and pricing team to ensure a quick turnaround of campaign development and execution
• Manage campaigns, retain, cross-sell, up-sell & deep-sell end-to-end
• Analyse the campaign results and understand the impact on customer behavior and ROI, with a view to utilizing outputs to refine the next round of campaigns for the specific channels
• Manage campaign and capability limitations, initiating projects and actions to minimize the impact on campaign deployment and scale
• Translate the customer value management road-map into campaign briefs and designs for specific retail channel

• First degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university
• 3 to 5 years post NYSC work experience.
• There is an essential requirement for data analysis and critical thinking skills
• A Post-graduate qualification would be advantageous.
• Experience of a combination of the following: Direct Marketing, Customer Value Management, with Customer Data analysis and management reporting
• Project Management experience will be an added advantage.
• Experience in campaign development and execution lifecycle

If you're serious about moving your life forward, you'll probably need to start with your education. And thanks to online schools, it is easier than ever before for anyone to get the degree they need to take their life to the next stage. There are hundreds of online classes out there. Between the rising number of universities and colleges offering online training and the numerous schools that are online-only, it can be a bit overwhelming just figuring out where you should start.

Finding the right online degree program doesn't have to be that difficult, however. If you'll keep a few key things in mind, you should have no problem tracking down the one that works best for you. Here are a few things to consider:

• Accreditation – This is the most important thing you need to consider. Accreditation is basically certification for a college, telling the world that their educational program meets certain standards. Without it, a degree won't mean nearly as much to potential employers. Be sure that you look into the accreditation a school carries before you even think about enrolling. The US Department of Education maintains a database to use as a reference, if you need it.

• Curriculum – Pay attention to the credits you get and the courses you'll take when you enroll. If you want to transfer, are your credits accepted in other schools? Do the courses cover things that will actually help you in your future field? These are important questions worth asking.

• Stats – Don't be afraid to look at the statistics associated with a school. Look at the student loan default rates, the completion rates, and the employment rates for graduates in particular. Those three numbers will tell you a lot about whether or not you're looking at a school that is worth your money. The US News and World Report site is the best place to get all the info on a school's reputation and statistics.

• Flexibility – Look into the overall level of flexibility provided by each program, too. Think about the methods used to teach, what kind of deadlines you must meet with classwork, and more. Balance the flexibility of the school against your own schedule in order to determine whether or not you should enroll in the program.

The computer age has generated strong advancement for many field of work. Along with leading to a stronger global economy it has also started a sense of global academia. Online college courses have not only gained popularity over the past decade, but they have also increased in the subjects and degrees that are offered. Many brick and mortar universities now include an internet based component, whether this is a full four year or graduate level curriculum, or part of a campus based program.
While the benefit of flexibility is often seen as one of the major factors in considering online college degrees, a number of other aspects also make this path attractive to potential students. This style of learning cuts out the cost of campus living, while still opening the door to many established schools. There is no relocation that is involved, and no need to change employment while completing a degree. This has also helped to make university graduation a stronger possibility for a larger number of candidates.
Connecting With People
Perhaps the most attractive aspect of this route of study is truly resources. This includes not only texts and library articles but also the human component. While online colleges do give students a vast amount of knowledge at the tips of their fingers, these institutes also give individuals the chance to connect and grow with others from many walks of life. Interactions not only help to heighten the learning experience, but can also facilitate decision making in regards to life paths.
By enabling many more possible graduates to share with one another along the way, experiential learning processes promote greater knowledge retention and higher critical thinking skills. People are positively challenged to grow interpersonal skills and intrapersonal examination, and these are highly regarded traits for any line of employment. Further sets that become more practiced and refined include technological literacy, research abilities, and writing and communication clarity.

The choice of earning an online college degree is worth more than the eventual diploma. This classroom setting is geared towards modern trends in business and social relations. This prepares students for tasks that are required in any career.

ACL-IJCNLP 2009 and EMNLP 2009 have just finished here in Singapore. As an outsider to the field I had a hard time following many talks but nonetheless enjoyed the conference. The highlight for me was the talk by Richard Sproat who wondered whether there exists a statistical test to check if a series of symbol sequences is actually a language? If this test would exist, we could use it to decide whether the set of symbols known as the Indus Valey Script is actually a language. Very fascinating stuff: I immediately bought “Lost Languages” by Andrew Robinson to learn more about the history of deciphering dead languages.

The paper had some very cool papers; the first one I really liked was Bayesian Unsupervised Word Segmentation with Nested Pitman-Yor Language Modeling by Daichi Mochihashi et al. They build on the work of Yee Whye Teh and Sharon Goldwater who showed that Kneser-Ney language modelling is really an approximate version of a hierarchical Pitman-Yor based language model (HPYLM). The HPYLM starts from a unigram model over a fixed dictionary and hence doesn’t accommodate for out of vocabulary words. Daichi et al extended the HPYLM so that the base distribution is now an character infinity-gram that is itself an HPYLM (over characters). They call this model the nested HPYLM or NPYLM. There is no need for a vocabulary of words in the NPYLM, rather, the HPYLM base distribution is a distribution over arbitrary long strings. In addition the model will perform automatic word segmentation. The results are really promising: from their paper, consider the following unsegmented English text

lastly,shepicturedtoherselfhowthissamelittlesisterofhersw
ould,intheafter-time,beherselfagrownwoman;andhowshe
wouldkeep,throughallherriperyears,thesimpleandlovingh
eartofherchildhood:andhowshewouldgatheraboutherothe
rlittlechildren,andmaketheireyesbrightandeagerwithmany
astrangetale,perhapsevenwiththedreamofwonderlandoo
ngago:andhowshewouldfeelwithalltheirsimplesorrows,an
dndapleasureinalltheirsimplejoys,rememberingherownc
hild-life,andthehappysummerdays. […]

When the NPYLM is trained on this data, the following is found

last ly, she pictured to herself how this same little sis-
ter of her s would, inthe after - time, be herself agrown woman ; and how she would keep, through allher ripery ears, the simple and loving heart of her child hood : and how she would gather about her other little children,and make theireyes bright and eager with many a strange tale, perhaps even with the dream of wonderland of longago : and how she would feel with all their simple sorrow s, and a pleasure in all their simple joys, remember ing her own child - life, and thehappy summerday s.

• Minimized Models for Unsupervised Part-of-Speech Tagging by Sujith Ravi et al.
• Polylingual Topic Models by David Mimno et al.
• Graphical Models over Multiple Strings by Markus Dreyer and Jason Eisner
• Bayesian Learning of a Tree Substitution Grammar by Matt Post and Daniel Gildea

Online college courses have the great benefit of giving students greater flexibility in achieving a higher learning degree. Many of the internet class rooms have a weekly schedule with expected deadlines for discussion posts, student responses, and research and writing assignment. While these times are an expectation of enrolling in the course, students are able to submit work early or right up to the time deadline in an effort to accommodate other scheduling responsibilities. One of the highly beneficial aspects of this set up is the fact that these expectations remain consistent over the length of studies.
Essentially, online college students will know within the first week of classes when all assignments are due for the remainder of the program. Study time, writing time, and research time can all be figured out in advance, and this often makes it much simpler to remain working or meet with family and household demands. Although this should guarantee a path to success, students will also need to self evaluate when establishing good academic habits.
Expecting The Unexpected
Time management is a key aspect when considering internet universities. Even the best planning can become disrupted through emergencies, technological glitches, and other unforeseen events. Scheduling in manner that has all life events planned down to the minute can actually be counterproductive to this mode of learning. A more practical approach can often include goal setting.
When students set goals for their course progression, they are considering not just the physical time that is involved in a task, but also reinforcing the experiences of making career and life milestones. It allows for adjustments along the way, but also cements the concept of moving forwards. It also asks that the potential graduate self-evaluate at intervals and this increases focus and drive.

Self-motivation is another key factor in attending online college. While there are academic expectations and deadlines, individuals are not in the same type of atmosphere where an instructor is continually reminding about due dates and upcoming assignments. This will not only allow students to work at their own pace, but will also require that they are cognizant of all classroom events, including maintenance. It may include the need to prioritize tasks, including downtime. Driven individuals will frequently make the most of this academic setting, but everyone can succeed with a little bit of forethought.

Why Consider Attending a Catholic College or University?



If you are college-bound, you know that there are thousands of colleges and universities out there bidding for your attention and admission. One of the choices you may want to consider is attending a Catholic college. Below are some reasons why students choose a Catholic institution a higher education: Set high educational standards—Catholic schools in general have the reputation of being outstanding centers of learning, no matter what the level. They have this reputation for a reason. Overall, Catholic colleges and universities provide students with outstanding educational opportunities and methodologies that have stood the test of time; Catholic monasteries were the first “colleges.” Contribute to the community—Catholic colleges often hold a strong presents in the community in which they thrive. They typically participate and care for the community and provide students with multiple ways of putting faith into action through community service of all types. Offer supportive environments—Students who take their faith seriously often choose to attend Catholic universities for their encouraging, faith-based atmosphere. These colleges offer young people a safe environment in which to practice and grow their faith. Require ethical behavior—Catholic colleges and universities typically hold their students to a high standard of ethical behavior. This can be seen in code of conduct contracts that many of these colleges require. Students who are serious about their education often appreciate this level of professionalism that affords a less disruptive environment in which to learn. Train students in life skills—College attendance is a milestone in our culture. It is a time of defining and developing one’s self by determining life goals and priorities. Because spirituality is a important aspect of the human experience, Catholic colleges and universities pride themselves on focusing on the whole student experience, so that when the student graduates, they are ready to take their place in society as a positive influence. Alumni frequently claim to be more well-rounded individuals because of these influences during their formative college years. Instill a strong work ethic—Catholic colleges and universities help get new graduates off to a strong start in their chosen career field by instilling a strong work ethic. Their reputation of providing academic rigor and high social standards are recognized and appreciated by employers, which can lead to a strong advantage for graduates entering the job market. Graduates of Catholic colleges are often recruited for in-demand jobs because employers recognize this standard. Focus on the individual—Many, though not all, Catholic colleges are relatively small, which means smaller class size and a campus with a friendly, open atmosphere. Because students who attend Catholic colleges often have a faith in common, the campuses offer a level of commemoratory that non-Catholic institutions sometimes lack. Recruit engaged faculty—Catholic colleges are renowned for drawing some of the greatest faculty in the world. This equates as a direct benefit for students, since these world-class thinkers are available to mentor students and engage them in their various disciplines.

Whether you have attended college or went straight into the job force after high school, you may be finding that you would like to further your life goals with higher education. Online classes offer prospective students a number of options that can enhance careers and enrich life. This may include a semester of concentration, a full four year degree, or even graduate classes. No matter what your level of entry, continuing your education is a great step toward achieving your ideal job.
Diversity And Experience
The accessibility of online classes has helped to raise the popularity of this form of schooling. While some colleges are internet only, many online undergraduate and graduate courses are offered through brick and mortar schools that have expanded their educational ideals with the use of technology. The accreditation of online course work and standards of quality are maintained to keep these degrees comparable to a campus experience. This improves transferability of credits for future schooling, but also ensures that you are receiving a quality education.
One of the amazing things about online colleges is that you are able to interact with students from a wide range of backgrounds. You may have classes with peers who range from 18 to 80, and this means that you will also benefit from all the input that is offered in discussion forums. Many students create connections through their online class work, and this offers you the ability to fine tune your goals through your own learning and sharing in the experience of others.
Setting Goals
Many online courses will also give you the flexibility to redefine your goals as you pick your courses. You may already know exactly what your dream career is, and the educational steps that you need to take in order to make it a reality. College-Scholarships.com can offer you an overview of accredited online universities that will set you on this path. Even if you have a sense of the field that you would like you would like to be in, without knowing the exact direction, College-Scholarships.com can also get you acquainted with different colleges and the specialties that they offer within that field.
Online coursework allows you to maintain your day to day schedule while still gaining the education that you need to realize your career goals. This flexibility also extends to switching majors as you are working on your degree, since fundamental classes can be covered based on schedules and choice. This allows you to gain insights from other students and instructors as you fine tune your goals.

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Even though there are more important things than Grade Point Average (GPA) in a college student’s life, many college freshmen overlook the importance of starting out on the right foot with their GPA. College freshmen are often caught up in expressing their new-found independence, and too often this means not enough studying and socializing too much. Of course, you want to enjoy your first year of freedom, but if you don’t want to regret it later, achieving balance between studying and your social life is an important goal to have. Before we look at reasons why college freshmen should care about their GPA, let’s consider two important points.
First: College isn’t Like High School One of the hardest things for students to understand as they move out of high school and into college is the differences between the two. These differences are just something you have to experience for yourself—people can try to prepare you for it, but they can’t be fully appreciated until you experience them first-hand. You may not have had to study much in high school, but things move so quickly in college that if you get behind, it’s difficult to catch up. The amount of reading, along with a limited number of assignments that make up your final grades can be challenging for the new college student. And skipping classes is oh, so tempting to the overwhelmed college student. Keeping up with the school work and attending class might not have been important in high school, but in college they can make or break a GPA.
Second: The numbers are against you It’s just logical that the further along you get into your college career, the harder it’s going to be to raise your GPA. But you won’t always be a freshman. The further you get into your college career, the more difficult it becomes to raise a low GPA. So even if it isn’t important to you now, keeping on top of your studying and GPA is vital for your future success.
Now we come to the three reasons you need to take your GPA seriously:

1. Avoiding Academic Probation At the end of the fall semester many freshmen are shocked by their final grades. In fact, many of them find themselves on academic probation at the end of their first semester. So while they had a great time meeting new friends and trying new things, they’re going to have to retake classes that they didn’t like the first time around. Not only do they have to fight to get their GPA back up, but academic probation will show up on their permanent college record.
   
2. Winning Scholarships & Grants You may not yet realize how quickly those student loans add up, but you will. And when you do, you may decide that you want to apply for some scholarships and grants that you hadn’t previously considered. Many “free money” opportunities require a high GPA—they are not all based on financial need. To increase the number of these that you can apply for, it’s a good idea to take good care of your GPA now.
   
3. Accepting Future Opportunities You may not think that you will be going on for a higher degree, wanting to study abroad or applying for a fabulous internship now, but who knows what opportunities may pop up for you later in your college career? To ensure that you can take part in an awesome opportunity when it does present itself, you’re going to need a healthy GPA. You don’t want to leave college with regrets. Maintaining a strong GPA is one of the ways to make sure that you don’t. For more great articles, go here.

The odds are that you've heard a good bit about online education and what it can do for you. By offering you the chance to go to school on your own schedule and still earn a degree that will take you places, it makes sense that it's becoming the fastest growing type of education in the country – almost all major colleges now offer online classes of some kind.

The question is “how does it work?” It can be a little confusing, and the days of just getting your classwork mailed or emailed to you are long gone. Today, online education is compelling, effective, and interesting. Depending on the college and the program you enroll in, you can expect a wide range of different components to make up your online education.

Here are some of the things you may encounter during your online education:

• The Basics – You'll get assigned classwork, and while you may have a due date associated with each assignment, it's much more flexible than traditional education will be. You'll be able to complete it when you have time, so long as you meet very basic deadlines.

• Virtual Classrooms – Many programs have started using virtual classrooms that create a centralized hub for students. It's where most of the work will be given.

• Video Chat or Seminars – Some programs use pre-recorded lectures, while others use live chat with a professor. You'll watch the video and participate in discussions about what you're learning, instead of just reading endless walls of text. Often, animation and other video aids may be used as well.

• Forums – The class forum is often a major part of the educational process online. Here, questions are posed and discussions are had using a traditional online forum/message board setup. Grades are often derived in part from participation on these boards, which are the digital equivalent of class discussions.

• Hands On – In the event that you do take a class that requires hands-on training, you'll likely have to pursue a blended type of education. You'll complete coursework online, then have to complete your hands-on training in person at the school or at a nearby facility the school recognizes. For instance, learning a medical profession could mean completing some clinical work in a local hospital. Different schools have varying requirements where this is concerned.

• Exams – You'll still take exams to prove that you're competent in the area you're studying. The big difference is, of course, that these exams are handled online. They'll be an important part of the educational process, however, and are just as weighted as they are in real life.s

As college tuition continues to skyrocket here in the U.S., many families are looking at different options that are easier on the bank accounts. But they aren’t only looking at community colleges and trade schools---they are also researching the benefits of sending their children off to attend college in Canada. There are more benefits to going north for college than lower tuition though; Canadian universities offer many opportunities that you may want to consider when deciding what college to attend.

Canadian colleges offer first-rate education with degree programs that are globally recognized. Because Canada more carefully standardizes higher education than the United States, practically any of the universities there provide students with an outstanding education which draws some of the best educators from around the world.
Numerous Canadian colleges do not require ACT or SAT scores to apply. This is a real benefit for students who tend not to score well on standardized tests. Additionally, some of these colleges only consider junior and senior high school grades when determining acceptance, so a student with a lower GPA early in their high school career may have an easier time getting admitted to their preferred college.

Most U.S. students who attend college in Canada agree that the application process for Canadian universities is less demanding, requiring fewer essays and recommendation letters. This can be a considerable plus when considering the time-consuming task of applying to multiple US colleges, not to mention the price of rising application fees.

Both undergraduate and graduate students are able to work on Canadian campuses without gaining access to a work visa. This makes it easier for students to pay for their college costs while attending school, instead of having to rely on student loans. Additionally, students who graduate from a Canadian college are offered the chance of staying to work in the country for 3 years after graduation. This offers new graduates twice the amount of career opportunities than if they had attended school in the U.S., especially considering Canada’s lower unemployment rate for recent college grads.

Because all Canadian colleges are generously and equallyfunded at both the Federal and Providence level,the cost of attendance is much more standardized than in the U.S.In fact, no other country with a similar Gross National Product funds its colleges more. Because of this, the cost of attending can be a fraction of what it would cost to get a similar education in the United States.

It is a little-known fact that U.S. Federal loan monies can be used to pay for college tuition in Canada. Though students may not need to worry about accruing as much student debt, if they are eligible for loans such as Stafford and PLUS, they can use them to attend a university in Canada.

Typically, the exchange rates between the United States and Canada are favorable to the U.S. dollar. When comparing cost between American and Canadian colleges, this is one thing you should figure into the decision. Current exchange rates can easily be located on the Internet.

Because of government funding in many aspects of daily life, the cost of living in Canada is usually lower than in the U. S.This is something to consider since many Canadian colleges are customarily commuter schools. This fact alone could be a big savings since many college students live off campus, meaning they pay rent and purchase groceries rather than pay for room and board on campus, which of course, is much more costly.

More and more Canadian universities are offering international merit scholarshipsto their American students. The ability to access scholarships, combined with the option to use U.S. Federal loans, work on campus, plus the lower cost of tuition offers U.S. students a way to start their life off with fewer student loans hanging over their heads.

Dupont USA
DuPont has a rich history of scientific discovery that has enabled countless innovations and made life better for people everywhere. And today, we’re looking for more people, in more places, to collaborate with us and make life the best that it can be.

Job Title: EMEA Commercial Development Program - Building Innovations Sales & Business Development Manager

Location
Abia, Abuja, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Nassarawa, Niger, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba, Yobe, Zamfara

Job Field
Graduate Jobs, Internships, Sales, Marketing

Job Detail
The DuPont EMEA Commercial Development Program offers a permanent contract to graduate students with 0-3 years of experience who will develop their careers as business professionals in Sales, Marketing and Business Management, starting with a two year period that includes formal training and experience in core and functional competencies, DuPont business processes and DuPont core values.
At DuPont Building Innovations, we’ve got a blueprint for the future of residential, commercial and infrastructure construction. We focus on dynamic science to discover and develop innovative new solutions under leading brands DuPont™ Corian®, DuPont™ Montelli®, DuPont™ Tyvek®, DuPont™ Typar® that help you stay ahead of the game.
DuPont Building Innovations is committed to the building and infrastructure science behind providing unique aesthetics, increasing the performance of building systems and infrastructure helping reduce operating costs, creating more sustainable structures. We're finding new ways to create houses, commercial buildings and infrastructures that operate more efficiently, reduce energy consumption, help provide safer, healthier spaces and environments for the people living.

Key Responsibilities
Develop the sales of DuPont Corian® in USA, growing existing transactional customers, acquiring new customers and promoting the products at the specifiers and the end users across the market segments.
Understanding market dynamics and the market potential for high end surfacing solutions. Defining value propositions for prioritized market segments in residential kitchen and bath and commercial environments healthcare, public spaces, hospitality that maximize the competitive position of DuPont products
Defining and implementing routes to market and logistic solutions leading to customer satisfaction
Adapting to local market needs the regional marketing communication mix
Identifying and segmenting the specifiers and influencers architects, designers, real estate promoters, kitchen dealers, developing relationships and organizing local promotional programs
Working closely with and through the European marketing, technical and supply organizations, leveraging the resources
Location: Lagos
Travel percentage: 20% outside Lagos broader area
Driving license is required & clean driving record

Job Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial and proactive by nature while respecting the core values of DuPont and will be expected to:
Be able to adapt quickly to changing business environment and targets
Be a good communicator inside and outside of the organization, with excellent interpersonal skills
Be a self-starter and quick learner
Be customer-oriented and results-focused
Be a team player

Qualifications

• University degree Engineering, Architecture/Design or Business Economics
• Solid background in marketing and strong commercial orientation with 2-3 years of experience
• Fluent English

College admission officers agree that activities do help students get into their top-choice colleges. This is especially true of highly-competitive colleges, such as the Ivy League and private universities. Since approximately 40% of students who apply to those types of colleges have the academic standing to be accepted, admissions officers must look at other aspects of a student’s life to determine eligibility. But how should you decide which activities you should join?

Do what you love
The most important reason to join any club, team or activity is because you love it. Some students join all types of activities because they think they will look good on their college admission forms, but then they hate every minute that they participate, if/when they participate. Having a long laundry list of activities isn’t necessarily what universities are looking for. They want to know that you have interests outside of the classroom, and that you are passionate about those pursuits. Being involved in fewer activities doesn’t mean that you have fewer chances of gaining access to your top college choice. It means that in the college interview when asked why you chose those specific activities, you can show true enthusiasm. Overall, if you join a bunch of activities, but only half-heartedly participate, your lack of interest will be revealed in your essays or interview. Plus, life is just too short to spend a lot of your free time doing what you hate. Trust that college admissions officers encourage quality experiences over quantity!

Stick with it
One of the ways colleges admissions officers use activities in making their decision is to track how long-term your interests for a particular co-curricular lasts. If you flit from activity to activity, it may make them believe that you are flaky…someone who starts out strong, but doesn’t finish anything. This is the last thing you want them to think! So choose some activities in high school that you have a long-time love affair with and stick with them 100%, rather than trying a lot of different activities. You want to show universities that you have forethought and tenacity.

Use the summer
If you are concerned about not having enough activities on your college application or if you want to try something new, the summer is the perfect time to participate. Participating in summer-exclusive programs or other activities is a way to show great interest, flesh out the activities section on your applications or try a new activity that you aren’t sure you will enjoy. There are a few reasons why the summer is a good time for this. First, you aren’t also trying to juggle academic work, so you have more time and energy in the summer. It also allows you to try something short-term. If you join a summer drama club but discover after a couple of weeks that you despisebeing onstage, you only have to stick it out for a few more weeks before the program is over. That way, you can show that you are willing to commit even when it’s not fun, but you won’t have to deal with it for a whole year.

Strive for quality over quantity
More isn’t always better. And that is definitely the case here. As mentioned above, sincere enthusiasm and full participation is really what colleges are looking for. If you have a huge number of activities, admissions might think that you are not focused enough to pick just the few that you really enjoy. They most likely will see through your attempt to stack the odds too. Additionally, you don’t want to get trapped into so many activities that your grades start to suffer. The best choice is always to participate fully in the co-curriculars that you really enjoy and not worry about signing up for a bunch of stuff you are indifferent about.

As a college student, you’re probably not overly concerned with your health. After all, there are so many new things to experience and worry about. However, your health is now your responsibility. For possibly the first time in your life, mom and dad won’t be there to take you to the doctor or tell you what to eat or when to sleep. Staying healthy as a college student can be a bigger challenge than most students are prepared for, but here are five tips that can make it easier:

1. Be familiar with Student Health Services on campus : Most universities will have some type of health services or clinic on campus specifically for students and faculty that offers heavily discounted treatments and basic medications. Know where this is located on campus, what hours they operate and what services they offer so that when you get sick, you don’t waste time trying to find them. Look at their website or go in and see if they’ll allow you to fill out any forms/paperwork early at the start of the semester to, again, save time when you get sick. They may also have some websites or pamphlets you can look at to stay aware of local health issues (disease outbreaks, etc) or common student problems (drinking, drugs, STDS, etc).
   
2. Know your medical history : Knowing your blood type, family medical history and what allergies you have to certain foods, medications or products can go a long way to making your life easier when you have to go to Student Health Services. Instead of wasting time calling home or contacting past doctors, you can answer any questions the campus physicians have immediately and be that much closer to receiving treatment for whatever ails you. It will also help insure that you don’t receive medication or treatment that can make your condition worse due to allergic reactions.
   
3. Own a first aid ki t: You can either purchase a full first aid kit or buy a box and fill it with your own choices. Whichever, your kit should contain the basics – various sizes & shapes of band aids, gauze, alcohol swabs, antibiotic & itch creams, and Aspirin – but you should also have a few more items, such as: an Ace compression bandage, an instant cold pack, cold medicine (including a non-drowsy option), antihistamines (for the new allergens you’ll encounter), Pepto Bismol (or some medicine for gastro/digestion issues), Emergen-C powder, and a thermometer so that you can handle most minor medical issues immediately instead of having to wait for Health Services to open. You should also keep a list of emergency contact numbers in or near your kit for quick and easy access.
   
4. Develop a routine (one that includes regular amounts of sleep & exercise) : Your body needs proper fuel and rest to function properly, and a bag of Funions and an extra-large Mountain Dew do not a good breakfast make. Become familiar with the cafeteria/dining hall on campus – they will often offer healthy options.Sleep and exercise are also important, both because they lead to healthy brain function. It’s a given that, while in college, you’ll probably pull a few all-nighters cramming or partying or finishing that essay because you work so much better “under pressure” (that’s a lie you’ll come to realize isn’t true soon enough). But a constant pattern of sleep-debt can have harmful side effects. It slows down your brain’s ability to process information which may not only harm your grades, but also make it unsafe for you to drive. Certain studies have shown that driving while sleep deprived can be almost as dangerous as driving while intoxicated. It also makes your body work extra hard, which taxes your immune system and makes it easier for you to get sick.Try to work in some physical exercise to your routine. In high school, you were always on the move – 7-8 classes a day, extra-curricular activities, gym class, etc. College is a bit different. You may only have one class every day, for 2-3hrs at a time and time spent sitting reading or studying. You may be required to take phys ed course, but with all the options available (such as Rest and Relaxation – you have to love college, right?), you may not actually be moving that much. Physical movement will not only help your body stay fit, but it can help relieve mental stress and clear your head. Most universities will have some type of fitness center that is open to the general student population during certain hours, but even if you don’t want to work out in a gym, you can simply go for a walk. It will help you learn the campus more. You can also join in intramural sports on campus as a way to get exercise and meet new people.Getting into a routine that covers these three basic health needs means that you don’t have to think about it or find time for it or worry about it. You have a schedule, you have a plan – your body develops the pattern, which makes it easier for you to keep up with these habits.
   
5. Identify Stressors & Get Organized : It’s almost impossible to avoid all stress or plan for everything that might go wrong or change your plans, but some common stresses can be, if not avoided, planned for. For instance, if you know a certain class requires more work, you can arrange to do that work first/early so as not to feel rushed later on. If you know a certain student in one of your classes annoys you and makes it hard to concentrate, you can arrange to get to class earlier or later than they do to avoid sitting near them. Those little steps can go a long way in avoiding or lessening stress loads without too much effort. Another way to avoid stress is to get organized. Learn your class schedule and know when assignments are due. Know where your books are so you don’t have to search for them before class. Know where your homework is so there’s no panic when it’s time to submit it. Put your dorm room/car keys in the same spot every time (either in your bookbag or dorm room) so that you’re less likely to lse them. Learning a few organizational skills will help keep you from being too stressed.

Keeping healthy will make it easier for you to concentrate on all those new experiences you want to remember as a college freshman. It will also help you deal with the expected side effects of being off in a new place, alone and away from family for the first time – homesickness and depression. If you’re already healthy, you can realize when your body is having negative reactions to these problems and deal with them quickly, either by talking with friends or even going to see the counselors/mental health services available for free at most universities. Your college years should be a time of learning and exploration – make sure you stay healthy enough to remember and enjoy them.