Archive for November, 2009
2/3 of Americans Want New Jobs in 2010
November 25, 2009 4:51 pm Career Advice, Choosing a SchoolNearly two-thirds of American workers have the intention of finding new jobs in 2010. This shows that there is growing frustration and discontent among American workers, which is continuing to rise sharply and no one knows how high it will be next year.
Tax Credit Incorrectly Claimed by Thousands
November 25, 2009 4:38 pm Financial AidMore than 314,000 taxpayers inaccurately claimed the college tax credit. That means $532 million went to individuals that weren’t entitled to receive the tax credit. So money that helps pay college expenses is going to what the government considers “unqualified individuals.”
Charities Struggling to Provide
November 25, 2009 1:14 pm Career AdviceWith a dwindling economy, charities are seeing their donations plummet. Usually during the Thanksgiving and Christmas Season donations tend to skyrocket. But over the last few years the declines in giving to food banks, shelters, and humanitarian centers have become visible.
Scariest Story Contest Winners Announced – True story tells of poltergeist suffocating roommate
November 17, 2009 5:07 pm Press ReleasesClassesandCareers.com has announed the winners of its recent contest that encouraged participants to write their scariest stories for a chance to win an Amazon Kindle. Patric Krueger of Port St. Lucie, Fl, and Jabon Dix of American Fork, Ut won the prizes with their scary stories. The winning stories have been placed on ClassesandCareers’ College Life blog.
Winners announced in Student Scavenger Competition
November 17, 2009 4:57 pm Press ReleasesClassesandCareers.com has announced the winners of their recent Student Scavenger Contest. Maria Pilat of Bensenville, Ill, won the grand prize consisting of a $100 restaurant gift card, a $200 Wal-Mart gift card and a case of ramen noodles. The second place prize was won by Daniel Bates of Euless, Tx. Daniel also won a $200 Wal-mart gift card and a case of ramen noodles.
Contest Challenges Participants to Make Funniest Christmas Video – Top 8 funniest to face off for votes to win Playstation 3
November 17, 2009 4:43 pm Press ReleasesClassesandCareers.com is challenging its users to submit their funniest Christmas video for a chance to win a PlayStation 3, a Nintendo DS Lite or an Amazon.com Gift Card. The contest has been announced after the success in College Life’s previous contests, featuring scary stories and student scavenging techniques.
Hacking Rings and IT Security
November 17, 2009 11:59 am Choosing a DegreeFederal authorities busted eight people from Russia, Moldova, and Estonia for what authorities are calling “one of the most sophisticated computer hacking rings in the world.” The ring was able to successfully steal $9 million in less than 12 hours by hacking into payroll debit card information last November.
A Surplus of Teachers
November 16, 2009 1:57 pm Choosing a DegreeOne of the biggest draws to teaching is the growing numbers of students and the shortage of teachers. It seems like the perfect job. You get to work and educate children, have a great schedule including long summers, plus all the benefits of working for the government.
Top 10 States with Budget Disasters
November 16, 2009 11:53 am EconomyA new study is showing that many states are heading toward an economic disaster. Everyone knows that California is facing a back breaking deficit. The state government decided to try and ease the crisis by increased borrowing but that hasn’t worked and they are facing astronomical deficits.
