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 Faculty
Focus - Edward M. Heath
Professor Edward M. Heath of the Health, Physical
Education and Recreation Department spoke Wednesday,
April 5, at the President’s home. Heath’s
presentation was part of the inaugural professor
lecture series. Heath covered two projects he
worked on during his career. The first was a project
that studied... more... |
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 University
Department Spotlight - Geology
The Earth is a planet limited in size and resources.
For the foreseeable future, it is the only available
habitat for mankind. Geology is the science
which examines the planet Earth, its composition,
history, and structure. Geologists integrate
biology, chemistry, engineering, mathematics,
and physics in the study of our natural surroundings.
Geologists explore for energy, mineral and water
resources. They evaluate potential hazards due
to earthquakes, floods, landslides, waste disposal,
and volcanic eruptions. Geologists provide fundamental
information required by modern society to plan
for cultural and industrial development, reduce
geological hazards, and identify potential resources.
more...
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Column:
Seasonal Student Issues
There's a seasonal ebb and flow when
it comes to student issues. Here are a few
things your student may be experiencing
this Spring more...
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Mourning
Friendship Separation
Being
separated from college friends during the
summer hiatus can be traumatic and troubling
for students. Bonds develop quickly and
strongly during the year, as students experience
everything together, from classes to meals
to deep 2 a.m. conversations in the laundry
room. more...
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Technological
Addiciton and Isolation It's
a beautiful, sunny day, the kind of day
that makes it impossible to stay inside.
Yet, your student is hunkered down, fiddling
on the computer for hours, with little regard
for the world outside. If this scenario
sounds about right, your student may be
addicted to technology. more...
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The
Facebook Phenomenon Cyber
communities or social networking sites such
as Facebook.com and MySpace.com have become
part of millions of students' daily lives.
They post profiles to these sites, typically
as a way to share more about themselves
and meet new friends. However, some students
are going overboard on the sharing-and putting
themselves in danger. more...
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Loan
Consolidation Can Save You Money Last
chance. If you are thinking about consolidating
a Stafford or Parent Loan for Undergraduate
Students (PLUS loan), experts suggest that
you do it before July 1, 2006. After this
date, the loans that used to have annual
variable interest rates will lock in higher
percentage rates that will be in effect
through 2012.
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What
Learning Style Does Your Student Use?
People process and absorb information in
very different ways. And, as your student
digs into finals this month, chances are
that his learning style is what helped him
get this far. As an interesting point of
conversation, consider talking with your
student about learning styles and how he
feels that he learns best. Share your own
learning style, too, as a way to help him
get to know more about you.more...
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10
Things Your Student Needs to Hear During
Finals 1.
"We're behind you."
2. "Do your best and show them what
you've got." 3. "Sleep, fresh
air and eating well are important, too.
You can't study ALL the time!" 4. "Call
if you need to talk."
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Logan,
UT: The Safest Metropolitan Area in the Country
The Logan area has been ranked
as the safest metropolitan area in the country.
Morgan Quitno's survey measures municipal
rates for six basic crimes: murder, rape,
robbery, aggravated assault, burglary and
motor-vehicle theft. The survey relies on
FBI crime stats for 2004, released Oct. 17
of this year, to determine the rankings. more...
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Utah
State University Ranks in Top 10 in Value
Utah State University is among the best
values in the country, according to the May/June
2004 issue of Consumer's Digest.
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 New
Living/Learning Community Information Utah
State is building a new living/learning community
and parking structure. The new housing community
and parking structure will be complete the
summer of 2006. more...
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Notes
on the Family Educational Rights and Privacy
Act (FERPA) This
law, commonly referred to as the Buckley Amendment,
(1) provides that students will have access
to inspect and review their educational records
and (2) protects the rights of a student to
privacy by limiting access to the educational
record without express written consent..
more...
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