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GOVERNOR PATERSON ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT WITH LEGISLATURE TO HELP

Governor David A. Paterson today announced an agreement with the Legislature that will pave the way for the development of a major resort and VLT gaming facility in the Catskill Region at the current site of the Monticello Gaming and Raceway. The program bill will lower the tax rate on VLT revenue in return for a one billion dollar investment, a commitment to increase education funding and the creation of 2,000 permanent jobs. . more

Measure N Redux

Right off the bat we are back to the same major problem. Who is the "prominent environmental figure" that promises to be a major player now in getting this passed? Another secret group of supporters? The original group of unidentified secret supporters are still in play here that started this, and that was the number one reason it went down. Now we have added one to that list. Why all the secrecy? Do you really think that issue is just going to go away? It won’t. . more

Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Bundlers

This week, Clinton will introduce Obama to nearly 200 of her major bundlers, including some who have raised $1 million or more, in a meeting at the Mayflower Hotel.

"This group could represent 50 million, if not 100 million, bucks," said one top Clinton strategist.

Their money is central to Obama's bet that he will do better raising money on his own than taking the $84 million in public financing for the general election. The Obama campaign is aiming to bring in another $300 million for the candidate -- $200 million of that from smaller donations, $100 million from the big players -- plus $150 million for the Democratic Party, much of which would also come in big contributions.

Donors can give $2,300 each to Obama's primary and general election campaigns. more

Great tit Parus major

These resident birds number about 3 million in the UK. Like their smaller blue cousins, they are very acrobatic, hopping from branch to branch and putting on an entertaining dance at the bird table and feeder.

The great tit has a glossy black head with white cheeks, a green back, a yellow underbelly with a black stripe and blue striped wings. It is the largest of the UK's tits, and about the same size as a house sparrow. The male is a bolder colour than the female, but even the youngest juveniles have some of the same colouring as the adults.

When not being treated at the bird table, great tits mainly eat insects, and are particularly fond of caterpillars. Researchers have recently found that the great tit is one bird that is coping well with climate change: laying their eggs earlier in the year to keep in step with the earlier emergence of caterpillars caused by warmer conditions. more

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At tonight’s undergraduate student government meeting, councilmembers will vote to endorse a student-drafted petition to save the international development studies major after its recent suspension by the Undergraduate Council of the UCLA Academic ...

Students draft petition to save major - UCLA Daily Bruin

Knowledge Reservoir, a leading geosciences and engineering consulting company, today announced a frame agreement with OMV Exploration & Production GmbH (OMV), of Vienna, Austria, under which Knowledge Reservoir can provide OMV with consultancy ...

Knowledge Reservoir Wins Major Consulting Contract with OMV - Oilvoice.com

RENO, NEVADA--(Marketwire - May 27, 2009) - Western Lithium Canada Corporation ("Western Lithium") (TSX VENTURE: WLC ) is pleased to announce that it has engaged URS Corporation ("URS") to complete scoping studies at its lithium deposit in Nevada ...

Western Lithium Engages Major Engineering Firm URS Corporation to ... - StreetInsider.com

The search for a new director of UC Berkeley's Institute of International Studies came to an end Thursday with the selection of a political science professor to fill the position. Professor Pradeep Chhibber will replace the current director, Steven ...

Director of International Studies Institute Chosen - Daily Californian

WASHINGTON -- U.S. and Russian arms-control negotiators arrived in Geneva on Monday to accelerate negotiations on the first major nuclear-arms reduction treaty in at least a decade, pressing for a framework agreement ahead of a Moscow summit next ...

U.S. and Russia Push Arms-Control Talks Forward - Wall Street Journal

RIYADH (AFP) - Saudi Arabia will seek assurances that Washington is ready to get tough with Israel in Middle East peace talks when US President Barack Obama makes his first visit to the Muslim kingdom on Wednesday. After working since January to ...

Saudis to push Obama to get tough with Israel - Nation

1. Valedictorian Kelsi Hobbs , daughter of Debbie and Harry Hobbs of Portsmouth, has been accepted to Bowdoin College, The College of William and Mary, Middlebury College, Emory University, Davidson College, UNH, and St. Lawrence University. She will ...

Portsmouth High announces Top 10 students of 2009 - Fosters Daily Democrat

WASHINGTON, June 2, 2009 /PRNewswire-USNewswire via COMTEX/ -- New Zealand World's Most Peaceful Country, United States Climbs Six Spots to 83rd Place Bosnia & Herzegovina Most Improved; Moves Up 23 Places Madagascar Sees Biggest Fall; Drops 30 Spots ...

World Became Less Peaceful in 2008: 3rd Annual Global Peace Index ... - CNBC

BRUSSELS, Belgium , June 1, 2009 (ENS) - A European scheme to fix and safeguard its rivers and secure its water future is at risk of being undermined by "poor and inadequate" plans for water management prepared by EU countries, a new study by two ...

Europe's Water Future Insecure, Studies Find - Environment News Service

Having more than one alcoholic drink a day is enough to dramatically increase your bowel cancer risk, Australian research shows. Smoking, obesity, diabetes and eating large amounts of meat also push up the risk of developing the aggressive cancer ...

Questions others have asked about International Studies Major

Open Question: Canadian High School Teachables?

I am in a social science interdisciplinary major (International Development), which requires me to also take courses in political science, sociology, etc. I also take my main electives in philosophy. If I am considering a path towards teaching high school, can I produce "teachables" from my field of study? more

Open Question: can i take two minors in college?! a major in international Business and minor in spanish and another language?

I haven't graduated from high school and im undecided in what i want to study ... i was thinking about a major in international Business and a minor in one language .. i already know spanish because is my first language and i know it grammatically and everything .. i took AP Spanish and did perfect on it ... the point is that i feel that it would be a waste of time if i go for a minor in spanish ... i could take that time to learn another language .. i did 2 years of french ..so i would like to have two minors then (french and spanish) .. its that possible? more

Open Question: What can you say about Meiji University?

I'm planning to study in Meiji University as an international student. I'm BS Business Administration major in International Management. Is it a good university in Japan? Do they teach in English or purely Japanese? Thank you very much. more

Open Question: I need some guidance please...I'm in college and I still do not know what I want?

Sorry this is long. But I need to explain it all for you to understand. This has been bugging me all night, I couldn't sleep or eat. I am a second year college student. I went to college wen i was 18. I wanted to take up Fine Arts because i wanted to learn about art, but my mom did not like it, so took up Production Design in one college. After one year i realized that maybe i wasn't cut out for that course, so i transferred to another college and took up a double major in Economics and Accounting. Why? Because i had enjoyed one of my minor economic classes back in my other college and accounting because my mom was an accounting and i wanted to try it. Now here's my problem. Accounting is strict and hard, and i have to reach a certain grade in one accounting subject before i move on the next course subject of which it was a prerequisite, I'm very delayed, and I did not want to risk wasting my parents money just because i keep repeating the same subject twice just to get the required grade... and maybe i won't even pass the CPA board exam. So I thought off dropping it and replacing it with another major while retaining economics. My mother advised me before that I would be cut out for International Studies or Diplomatic Affairs (same thing). so I asked if it would be allowed Economics with International Studies. Turns out its not allowed. My mother got angry because I keep changing my mind and is scared i might be like my elder brother who is 23 and still i college (it's because he screwed up and wasted one whole year). She wants me to make a decision now because she and my dad cannot work forever. So I researched and reflected. Economics... turns out isn't my thing. neither is accounting. truth is i do not know what i want or what i'm passionate about. So i'm thinking of taking my mother's advice and take International Studies. Or should i try and take up another business course?? Or stay in my current course and see what happens?? I do not know. All i know is that i need to graduate so i won't be a financial burden to my parents anymore. it's unfair for them. I need to know what is the right decision. I'm turning 20 this year...and I do not want to waste my parents money or my time chasing after the wrong thing. more

Resolved Question: Where should I study abroad?

I'm an incoming sophomore at my university and an international relations/economics major. This year, preferably by second semester, I'll need to know where I want to study abroad, as it is a requirement for any IR majors at my school. I was originally planning on a warm-climate country but now im willing to expand my search to mild climates as well. Safety is important, but does not outweigh the importance of a great experience. Right now, I'd say Barcelona is the front runner. Cape Town or Grahamstown, South Africa were my original choices but safety issues have changed my mind for the most part. Any other suggestions? I'm also thinking maybe St. Petersburg or Berlin. Thanks! more

Open Question: So has anyone heard anything new from Mr change Obama is doing about this issue?

Oil Is Plentiful, Demand Weak. Why Are Gas Prices Going Up? Buzz Up Send Email IM Share Delicious Digg Facebook Fark Newsvine Reddit StumbleUpon Technorati Yahoo! Bookmarks Print Play Video WCNC Charlotte – Rising gas prices and more top stories Play Video Video:Gas prices creep up for holiday KGW NewsChannel 8 Portland, Ore. AP – High gas prices posted at a Shell gas station outside of Yosemite National Park in Yosemite, Calif., … By VIVIENNE WALT / PARIS Vivienne Walt / Paris – 42 mins ago Storage tankers across the globe may be brimming with oil that no one is buying because of the global economic downturn, but the traditional laws of supply and demand don't always apply to oil prices. Drivers have faced rising prices at the gas pump in recent months, as investors and oil-producing countries hoard supplies in anticipation of a global economic recovery later this year. The 12 member countries of the OPEC cartel voted in Vienna on Thursday to maintain output at current levels rather than increase supplies in order to bring some relief to consumers, particularly in the gas-guzzling West. The OPEC oil ministers, whose countries account for about 40% of the world's entire crude-oil supply, also renewed their commitment to stick to their agreed quotas, rather than ship extra oil, as they began doing last April when several members ignored their agreed output limits. OPEC leaders, many of whose economies are heavily dependent on oil exports, have struggled to stabilize prices at a level that suits their own economic needs amid falling demand and rising supplies. Prices had rocketed to a record level of $147 a barrel last July before plummeting to $30 just five months later and beginning a new climb. (See pictures of South Africa's oil-from-coal refinery.) Oil analysts believe OPEC's decisions on Thursday could help push oil prices even higher; oil futures on the New York Mercantile Exchange have risen 36% in just two months, to about $63.46 a barrel on Thursday. And that appears to be on track to achieve targets set by OPEC leaders. Saudi Oil Minister Ali al-Naimi - OPEC's key power player - said Wednesday that oil prices ought to rise to between $75 and $80 a barrel by the end of the year. "Demand is picking up, especially in Asia," he told reporters puffing alongside him as he jogged through the streets of Vienna. "The price rise is a function of optimism that better things are coming in the future." The economic recovery Naimi so optimistically predicts would certainly be vital to oil-producing countries, whose own economies would be imperiled by a drawn-out recession. Oil demand in rich countries has crashed since the onset of the economic crisis last year, and is now at its lowest level since about 1981, according to the Paris-based International Energy Agency. U.S. oil inventories - the stored surplus - this month reached their highest level since the 1980s. And about 2.6 billion barrels are currently stored in commercial tankers around the world. "There is some risk we will run out of storage space in the next four to six weeks," says Simon Wardell, director of global oil at IHS Global Insight, an energy-forecasting company in London. To oil-rich countries that possibility evokes grim memories of 1998, when the Asian economic crisis sent demand plummeting, driving world oil prices down to $10 a barrel. "If we run out of storage it could prompt a collapse in the price," says Wardell. Oil producers might then choose to dramatically cut output in order to run down the surplus. (See pictures from Azerbaijan's oil boom.) Despite such dangers, investors and oil producers are betting that global demand will roar back, apparently hoping that the recession has already hit bottom. Over the past two months, investors have plowed billions of dollars into oil futures. If the U.S. and other major industrial economies rebound, oil supplies could be depleted because the recession has prompted producer nations to freeze hundreds of projects to open new oil wells or upgrade existing ones. In the oil-rich Niger Delta, a major Nigerian government offensive against rebels has seriously disrupted production for several weeks. Venezuela's Oil Minister Rafael Ramirez said in Vienna that his country could not afford to invest in major new oil exploration unless prices rise further. "We need a level of at least $70 [a barrel] to recuperate investment," he said on Thursday. Muhammad-Ali Zainy, senior energy analyst at the Center for Global Energy Studies in London, says oil demand could increase quickly once the recession ends, especially as China has begun to build up its strategic oil reserves. "We think the price is going to go up gradually," says Zainy. For those feeling the pain at the gas pumps, however, there is one piece of good news. Oil is unlikely to hit $147 a barrel again - at least not during the coming decades. The U.S. Energy Information Administration said on Wed Why isn't the U.S goverment spending our tax dollars to open our own oil companys to drill right here owed by the american people that would create obs and lower prices Right??? more

Open Question: Dilemma about my International Relations major?

So, I was accepted to University of San Diego (a very good private school-costing $35,000 for 1 year) but am only eligible for very high-interest loans. My plans after getting my B.A. are to possibly work for the embassy, but absolutely go onto Med School-maybe even an overseas Med School. The thing is, that I'm very scared to pay so much money for only receiving a B.A., so I was looking and found much cheaper universities in Massachusetts even considering the out-of-state tuition (that way I can live somewhere I've never lived before, and at the same time get a degree without worrying about such a huge debt afterward). I thought that would be a great idea because I could live somewhere else and save $23,000 for the year. The ONLY problem I'm having with this is, that there are 2 schools in Mass that offer somewhat of what I'm looking for-but my options with these schools are to a.) Major in what they call "Independent Study: International Relations" (since they don't offer IR as an established degree)-so basically it's like doing their minor in IR, but adding courses to it which would be related to that field, and making it a B.A. or.... option b.) To major in Sociology or Political Sci and minor in International relations. Essentially, I don't know which one would be better for what I want to do in life..and I don't know which degree would look better in general. Thank you more

Voting Question: What should I study if I want to be an ambassador when I grow up?

I am currently a business major. But what i've always wanted to do in my life is help people out, especially at an international level. Should I switch my major to political science?? or what? more

Voting Question: What is the process of getting graduate degree in an area that differs from your bachelor's degree?

Good morning and thanks in advance for the help! I notice a lot of professors will have a B.A. in one area of concentration (lets just say mathematics) but then will have an M.A. in another area of concentration (lets say political science), and then a Ph.D. in another area (although it is not often I see a professor who's M.A. is in a different area than their Ph.D., but I do see it sometimes). I am just curious how this works as it has always been unclear to me. Would the individual have to take all the undergraduate political science classes they would have needed for the B.A. and then the graduate political science classes on top of it for the M.A.? I ask because I am majoring in interdisciplenary field studies at UC Berkeley which my course plan borrows from philosophy, sociology, political science, and peace and conflict studies. Other students have gone on with this major into graduate programs in some very good schools in somewhat related fields (lets use international relations as an example). The process of doing this confused me. Wouldn't the grad school look at your applicatin for international affiars, and see you've only taken a handful of classes that might be relevant? Your thorough response will be greatly appreciated. more

Voting Question: What should i do after my graduation to get a Phd. should i sit for CFA to get a job?

i m an international student studying in singapore. i never want to be a business woman but i got into businesss school and so i want to be a professor in my life. i had no financial background.(that's the reason i come to singapore, i got grant and loans). how many years do i have to work before i go for master and Phd. did master and Phd in US give students scholar or financial aid to students. what major should i study to be a professor in business school ? i like finance but i m not sure i can get a job with that major in my condition. Should I sit for CFA as soon as I graduated from school to get more job opportunity? What should i do? i m in singapore management university. i come directly as sooon as i graduate my high school years. more

Voting Question: Transferring from Oberlin-- NYU or Tufts?

Hi. I'm looking for some advice about transferring. I was actually on here before asking about advice deciding between Lehigh and NYU and I decided that NYU was a better choice for me personally. However, while I was actually visiting NYU and I was pretty sure I was going there, I got an email saying I had been accepted to Tufts. Now I'm really conflicted about which to choose and I don't have much time left. I'm transferring from Oberlin because I didn't think that there was a lot of diversity in personality types... people were either socially awkward or hipsters (doing lots of drugs, very nonchalant about everything). I also didn't like being in the middle of nowhere. The academic aspects, however, were very good when I could get into the classes that I wanted (which was often very difficult). I am planning on majoring in International Relations and probably going on to law school. NYU: I love the Village and New York City. I also think that there are a lot of work and intern opportunities at NYU. I'm planning on living off campus so the dorms aren't really part of my decision. I'm scared that the classes might be giant and that I might struggle with getting advice and resources because of the large size of the school. The social aspect of college is incredibly important to me because I feel that the academics at both schools are fairly similar as far as quality/opportunities later. I like that there are so many people at NYU that it seems like there would be a diversity in personality type, but I'm worried that I won't be able to meet people because of the sheer size of everything. Tufts: I love that Tufts has smaller class sizes. I like Somerville/Cambridge/Boston and I'm from the area so I'm very familiar with everything there. I'm worried that there won't be as much diversity in personality types and it will be more like a 'bubble' like Oberlin was. I'm wondering if being an international relations major at Tufts might give me some advantage at getting into the Fletcher School but I'm not sure if it really makes a difference. I'm also worried that because not as many transfer students get accepted to Tufts, that it might be hard to 'break in' to groups of friends that have already formed. I plan to study abroad junior year. I'm pretty much over the dorm life so I don't really want to life in a dorm. Does anyone know if sophomores have to live on campus at Tufts? Sorry for the length. This will be a hard decision! more

Resolved Question: Best language for an International Affairs major to learn?

I am an American college student. I am studying abroad in two different places my sophomore year and am probably going to study abroad in a new place every semester through my senior year. I am also seriously considering a major in International Affairs. I know that I should be fluent in at least one foreign language. I studied Spanish throughout elementary, middle, and high school so I will probably at least continue practicing that (I am definitely not fluent but I could get thrown into a Spanish-speaking society and survive easily). Through the study abroad program at my college I can take language courses in the following countries: Chile, China, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. Which language would be most worthy of my time? How would you rank these languages? Should I continue with Spanish exclusively? more

Resolved Question: What careers would you recommend I research?

So here's a snippet of information about me: I am studying for a Physics Degree at Imperial College London (graduate 2010) Myers briggs testing suggests than I am INFP. I am extremely N and P and almost E. I want to be challenged in my career but I also don't want to have to work 80hours a week. 9-6pm, flexible, whatever - I want time to have a life rather than lots of money. For my first 3 years I would like to be based in or near London. After that anywhere really - travel would be nice but not essential. The opportunity to have an international career would be good as my boyfriend wants to live abroad and I want to follow. Physics as a raw subject doesn't really interest me, I think my degree choice was a mistake, but there are interesting areas (biophysics, solid state physics). NO COMPUTING PROGRAMMING - I am absolutely terrible despite this being one of the main skills your are meant to be able to offer the job market as a physicist. I would like to say that in someway I was helping people but I don't really have the Ideals that INFPs are meant to have. Saying that completely unethical industries like anything to do with weapons are a no. I don't have any major hobbies. I am really am a jack of all trades and a master of none. I have lots of things that I am interested in and dabble in but I am never obsessive. This doesn't mean I drop hobbies quickly - I have stamina and keep going but I only enjoy learning the over-arching ideas or facts or the basics of the instrument and when it comes to perfecting details get bored and never do. E.g. I am grade 5 violin but can play almost nothing perfectly. Since: I get ALL my satisfaction from being praised for doing well. (this is terrible but 3 years of soul searching and attempts at proper self-motivation haven't come to anything - and plus lots of people are like this, they just are less self-aware.) SO any ideas? I've tried researching a few things but there must be more jobs out there than I know about! I've got a summer to do unpaid work experience in and it would be great to know what I want to do for the next 3 years/life. Sorry for the lengthy question - your ideas and experience of life appreciated. more

Resolved Question: Question about McGill University in Montreal?

I want to major in French and I figure what better city to study in outside of Paris) than Montreal, Quebec? This is confusing me though: http://www.mcgill.ca/student-records/fees/exemption/#FRENCHPROGRAMS A French Major would or would not qualify for tuiton exemption if s/he's an international student? more

Resolved Question: College help please!?

I'm a sophomore in high school and I'm starting to look at schools. I have an A or A- average, low-middle 90s (I think like a 3.6-3.7). I want to major in communications/journalism and minor in international relations. I want an urban campus..like a college in a city or near a city. It would also be a plus if the school offers study abroad programs, for I've always wanted to travel. Could you recommend schools that would be best for my qualifications? Right now this is what I'm considering: reach schools: Emory Stanford Berkeley Northwestern regular: Boston University Northeastern University American University George Washington University Emerson College UCLA USC I live in New York so I don't know if that's a problem for California schools, but my family would move with me so it doesn't matter to me. Can you also tell me stuff about the schools I mentioned? thanks in advance. I forgot to say that my gpa is unweighted. And here are the courses I've taken so far that I will get college credit for: 8th grade: earth science honors math 1 honors 9th grade: living environment honors - regents: 92 math A - regents: 96 english honors global history 1 honors spanish 9 regents chorus journalism 10th grade: chemistry honors math B english honors global 2 honors film & literature photography health 11th grade I'm planning to take: physics honors precalculus english honors AP american history law chorus 12th grade I'm planning to take: AP environmental science calculus AP english AP History forensic science creative writing oh thanks for the answer! I want a real campus too (like NYU was SO not for me). you do sound like me haha I know I won't get into stanford unless there's a miracle but I'm gonna apply anyway. It can't hurt. That's why I put it under "reach." oh and my cousin is on the board of admissions at emory and five of my family members when there. and I'm on the varsity tennis team. I don't know if that helps but yea. and I'm in model congress. more

Resolved Question: Should I take a leave of absence from college to take a year abroad?

I am thinking of taking a year abroad to study a fourth language - German. My parents moved to Berlin a couple years ago and it has been difficult for me to be in Boston, without any family in America. I have never been homesick, not through camps, boarding school, vacations, etc. But I am not happy at Boston University (the people are fake, the classes are not fulfilling enough), so I thought that taking a year off from school would do me good - I would be closer to my parents, learning a fourth language (which would be good as my major is international relations), and enjoying Europe. I am more European than most people in America, I travel 4-5 times a year to different places all over the world. I am cosmopolitan, but the year off would do me good. The only problem is that I do not want to transfer from BU and want to take actual classes in Berlin with real professors (none of that learn German through a program where you pay a large sum and go to classes). Has anyone done a year abroad in the middle of their college education? I am about to be a junior, the year I want to take off. more

Resolved Question: I'm a little bit worried about extracurricular stuff when I apply to colleges?

So, to be honest, I'm pretty much a worry wart :) and I REALLY want to get into a good school (I'm a freshman now, 14 years) so can y'all tell me how I'm doing so far? I'm in Girl Scouts, working on my gold award I teach Sunday School I take piano lessons I play the bass in the school honors Orchestra I will be in French Club next year I volunteer at an Art center for kids Next Summer I'll be doing the US page program I'm in the IB program at my school.... Any comments? Tips? interesting ideas? your experience? I do know that Schools like to see leadership and cohesive extracurriculars.......and I probably need to start a sport too..... Thanks y'all :) P.S. I wanna be an International Studies/Psychology major, if that makes any difference :) (the us page program is free by the way, actually, they pay you) more

Resolved Question: BU or Brandeis? Undecided major either International Relations or Pre-Medical Studies?

I also want to continue dancing ballet in college. I'm currently a student at Boston Ballet. (I won't be able to continue dancing at Boston Ballet if I attend BU or Brandeis b/c of money but I can continue dancing there if I attend UMASS) I got the Chancellor's Scholarship for Umass Boston but I would really rather attend BU or Brandeis. BU may be better for me to attend financially but I really just want to attend a university where I will have lots of opportunities to fill my resume for Graduate School or Med School. I also really want to challenge myself (that's why I don't really want to attend UMASS) and I am determined to become multi-lingual (French, Spanish, Tagalog,etc) by the end of my undergraduate career. Please give me your detailed opinion ASAP! more

Resolved Question: Is there a five year Law program in Canadian universities having a year's Pre-Law and four years Law?

I will be migrating to Canada soon and I've only got a year left in the undergraduate course I'm taking now, that's International Relations major in Diplomacy, which I've taken as my Pre-Law course. I don't want to go through another four years of undergraduate study when I migrate to Canada, and I don't think my subjects that I took here in my country will be credited and transferable in Canada. I have no problems though getting into university there since I went to an international high school and I graduated with an Irish Leaving Certificate. My main concern is that maybe my three years of college may be invalidated since my country has a different grading and school system from that of Canada's. more

Voting Question: English speaker?? I am not sure of what I am reading means that I have been accepted by this school or not?

Dear Students, Congratulations on your admission to the Graduate School of International Studies at Yonsei University . We will do everything possible to make your days here as memorable and enjoyable as possible. We believe you will enjoy , Yonsei University , and our program as much as your predecessors. This letter will try to clarify what’s left for you to do and also give you some options on various matters such as your visa and health insurance. It is extremely important that you follow these instructions to avoid any possible delays in beginning your studies. VISA Non-Korean citizens must obtain a student visa (D-2) from the Korean Embassy or Consulate if you are abroad or from the Korean Immigration Office if you are currently in . You need to take care of this before the semester begins. Otherwise, you can be heavily fined. D-2 Student Visa You will need the following: 1. Completed visa application form (obtainable from any Korean consulate or at the immigration office) 2. Valid passport 3. Official Admissions Letter from the Yonsei GSIS (Certificate of Admission) 4. A processing fee To avoid making unnecessary trips to the Korean Embassy or Immigration Office for your visa application, you should consult the nearest Korean Embassy (or Korean Immigration Office) to confirm the list of required documents. If you are currently in Korea and under a different type of visa other than D-2 or are planning to acquire one, you must contact the Korean Immigration Office (Website: http://www.hikorea.go.kr/) directly to check whether you need to change your visa status or obtain a study permit. In any case, you must obtain the necessary visa or permission before the semester begins. Otherwise, you may be subject to heavy fines and penalties according to relevant laws. ORIENTATION Orientation will be held in New Millennium Hall (NMH, 새천년관:”Sae-Cheon-Nyeon-Gwan”) on August 25, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. New students will be briefed on Yonsei University and the Yonsei GSIS program. Upperclassmen will be present to help you with any questions, registration, course selection, etc. TUITION PAYMENT Tuition for the 2009 Fall semester is yet to be decided. For your information, the tuition for 2009 spring semester was ￦6,876,000 (approximately US$ 5,300 including the entrance fee)). Please note that the tuition and fees are set in Korean Won and usually increase on a yearly basis. The amount in foreign currency is subject to change due to exchange rate fluctuations. You can choose to wire transfer the fee or go to a Korean bank in person to make the payment. If you are planning to go to the bank and pay in person, you can bring bank checks or international money orders and cash it to make the payment. Personal checks, traveler’s checks and credit cards cannot be accepted. Tuition and mandatory fees can be paid only during the designated period (Aug. 21 ~ 28). Detailed instructions on how to make a payment will follow by email around mid-August. Failing to pay the tuition during the designated period will result in the cancellation of the admissions offer. If you need to pay tuition before the designated period for visa application purposes or for any other reasons, please let us know. STUDENT ID CARD To apply for a student ID card, an international student need to submit a copy of his/her national ID card or a copy of his/her credit card in addition to the copy of his/her passport to Woori bank Yonsei branch for verification. So, please bring your national ID card (picture included version) or a credit card with you when you come to Korea. CHANGE OF MAJOR International student who wishes to change their majors, are allowed to do so, but only within one week after their first semester starts. In order for a student to change his/her major, approval must be obtained from the chairs of the programs. HEALTH INSURANCE The Graduate School of International Studies requires all students to possess health insurance coverage. The GSIS office will need to verify that you possess health insurance by receiving the copy of your insurance card or certificate within the first week of the semester. We understand that this may cause an additional burden in studying abroad. However, to guarantee a minimum level of safety, this measure must be followed. To ensure your safety while studying in , it is essential that you make these arrangements prior to entering the school. The GSIS Office provides information on private health insurance that covers foreigners with a reasonable price. You will be provided with more detailed information at orientation. DORMITORY The result of dormito more

Resolved Question: What is the study of finace?

what jobs can you get when you major in finance?? what do you do when you study finance? is the study of bonds/securities/credit crunch finance? im planning to study finance and international business. is this a good combination more

Voting Question: What careers can you persue with an International Studies degree?

I think I want to major in International Studies but.. what career could I get with that. I'm also thinking about minoring in Spanish.... also I would like to go to school in New England but I'm an average (if not above) Southern student. Any suggestions? more

Resolved Question: RUSSIANS??? Can you answer me honestly?

I will be studying abroad in Moscow in about a year and a half as part of my major ( I study International relations with a concentration in Russia and Eastern europe studies).. Obviously am African american as you can see...while i know every country expierences Racism i have heard Horror stories about Russia..Basically im a fun Guy..that likes to have a good time. Will i be REALLY be able to expierence the Moscow Scene Safely??( this includes touring the cityy..dining...Clubbing....etc) I have a freind that is from Moscow..she tells me the Media has hyped up alot of the truth...but i just wanted others opinion of it? more

Resolved Question: city univ london or queen mary for business?

i am studying abroad this fall and am a business/finance major should i study at city university- cas business school or queen marys business school? i know cass has a very excellent reputation, but how about QM for business? im gonna be there only for a semester but i still want the better school i know citys location is probably better too, it's right in the heart of london. and theres more international students there i believe? does it not matter which school is better, just studying abroad looks good? more

Resolved Question: I'm in 10th grade,going to Australia or US?

I'm from an international school in Indonesia.The thing is I only took 3 subject for O level exam and I plan to go abroad either Australia or US to continue my study.I would like to take Education as my major if that helps.Can I go to uni straight away?Which is the best place to study for my case?Thanks xx more

Resolved Question: Right track to University of Pennsylvania (and other Ivies)? Do I have a good chance? Suggestions?

Hey there :) Thanks for stopping by on this question! I really appreciate you taking the time out of your day to help me. So basically, my dream is to get into the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. I want to major into something dealing with business so I feel like Wharton would be ideal for me. Other Ivies are being looked at as well as Duke, Northwestern and the University of Michigan. So here's my resume. Feel free to comment, criticize, ask for more info, etc! I am currently a high school junior. Current year: Junior Residence: Michigan Unweighted GPA: 4.0 Weighted: Uh...I'll get back to you on this. Haha, I have no idea ACT Composite: 33 ●ACT Reading: 36 ●ACT Math: 35 Rank: Top 5%. I believe I am 5th or 6th out of about 400. Our school only does percentages anyway. APs Taken/Plan to Take: ●AP Calc (BC) ●AP English ●AP European History ●AP Macroeconomics ●AP Microeconomics ●AP Physics (B) ●AP Psychology ●AP Spanish ●AP U.S. Government ●AP World History Honors Classes: ●Honors Algebra II ●Honors American History ●Honors American Literature ●Honors Chemistry ●Honors Geometry ●Honors Physics ●Honors Pre-Calc ●Honors World Literature ●"Honors" Spanish (One year ahead of scheduled foreign language) SAT II's: I will be taken the World History and the Math II one in June Other Classes Pertaining to Business: ●Accounting ●Economics ●Independent Study in Marketing ●Marketing Clubs/Sports/Other: ●Asian Community Engagement (11-12) ●DECA, A Marketing Club (10-12) - 4th place (10) and 1st place (11) at the State Conferance; Honorable Mention (10&11) at the International Conferance ●Honor Roll (9-12) ●Model United Nations (11-12) - Ambassador Extraordinare (11) ●National Honor Society (11-12) - President (12) ●Student Leadership (10-12) - In charge of Class Elections, Spirit Court Elections, Staff Appreciation Committees ●Varsity Tennis (11-12) ●Volunteer Impact Program (11-12) - Secretary (11) & President (12) ●Winterfest Princess for the Class of 2010 (11) - Elected as Most Spirited, representing the Class of 2010 during Winterfest Spirit Week Out of School: ●Dance (Age 4-15) ●Kumon Math & Reading Program (Age 4-15) - Completed both the Math and Reading Programs ●Piano (Age 4-15) - Numerous Awards/Completion Awards Work: ●Kumon Math & Reading: May 2009 - May 2010 ●School Store: Sept 2007 - June 2008 Summers: ●Previous to Freshmen year: Went to Mediterranean Europe (Italy, Croatia, Spain, Monaco) learning the culture and the history ●Between Freshmen and Sophomore year: Went to Baltic Europe (Russia, Estonia, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark) learning the culture and the history. Also, volunteered at a local church ●Between Sophomore and Junior year: Attended CTD (Center of Talent Development) at Northwestern University, taking a 3 week class of AP European History and able to master the course in those three weeks. It was...intense. Haha. Also, volunteered at a local church ●Between Junior and Senior year: Going to Alaska. Working at Kumon. Planning a school carnival for the 2009-2010 school year. Volunteering at a local church Schools Applying/Considering Applying to: ●Duke University ●Georgetown University ●Michigan State University ●Northwestern University ●Princeton University (Just for the heck of it :]) ●University of Michigan (Preferably Ross Business School) ●University of Pennsylvania (Wharton) ●Yale University (Just for the heck of it. Haha) more

Resolved Question: Best major combination for federal agent?

There are four different major combinations I can complete and would like to know which is best for someone looking to work as a federal agent. 1.) Double Major in Arabic + International Relations & Diplomacy (w/ French minor) 1.) Double Major in Arabic + International Relations & Diplomacy (wo/ minor) 2.) Double Major in Arabic + Middle East Studies (wo/ minor) 3.) Double Major in Arabic + French (w/International Relations & Diplomacy minor) All courses would be at Ohio State University. Thanks! more

Resolved Question: Bilingual in Arabic/Eng. Want to be an FSO/Diplomat?

Greetings everyone, I have been reading all the answers as well as information on becoming a Foreign Service Officer but I am hoping to get some answers regarding my specific situation. I am a 27 year old College student who is majoring in Global/International Studies. I will not graduate for another 3 years as I am currently working full time. I am fully literate in English and Arabic, a US Citizen, and have work experience in International Marketing, Sales and Tech. Support. I have travelled to several ME countries as well as other regions and would love to follow a diplomatic path within the Foreign Service. Note: I do have a misdimenor on my record, however, and I am worried that it would hinder my chances for obtaining a security clearence. I have a DUI on my record. I was wondering if you could please be most helpful in what you think my chances are for becoming a FSO in the diplomatic sector. Realistically, do you think that my chances are solid for being accepted? Is my major a wise choice for entering this field? Should I get my degree first before applying? What should I study to prepare for the FSO exam? Would they accept me while I am still in college? If my chances are slim, would I have better chances with the USAID? Do I need a Masters to join the USAID or could I atleast enter with an undergraduate degree? What are the requirements for becoming a JO for the USAID if all else fails? Are there other companies/organizations that would hire me if the aforementioned agencies do not? Ultimately, what would be the easiest/quickest or most guaranteed way for me to enter the diplomatic field and work both here and overseas in an exciting and fullfilling career? I apologize if this comes off as too many questions, but I did not want to leave any stone unturned. I greatly appreciate all the information that you give regarding my specific situation. Thank you very much in advance and enjoy the rest of your day! :) more

Resolved Question: What are my chances for Ivy League (and other) colleges?

Voting Question: Transferring from Oberlin-- Lehigh or NYU?

Hi. I'm looking for some advice about transferring. I am transferring from Oberlin because I didn't like the little bubble of a college atmosphere. I felt that there was very little diversity in personality types... people were either socially awkward or hipsters (doing lots of drugs, very nonchalant about everything). I also didn't like being in the middle of nowhere. The academics, however, were very good when I could get into the classes that I wanted (which was often very difficult). I am planning on majoring in International Relations or English (maybe creative writing or cinema studies). I will probably want to go on to law school. I have the option of transferring to Lehigh or NYU. They definitely weren't my favorites but they are the ones I got into (I was hoping for Cornell or JHU). I don't really like the whole 'college' thing but I feel that I have to go back to and finish my education for the obvious reasons. I'm worried about a few things about each... Lehigh: I'm worried about the 'party' atmosphere. Last year I used partying and alcohol as a way to escape the reality of not liking Oberlin. I'm worried that frats/sororities are the only option at Lehigh. If I do decide to go to Lehigh I guess I would join a sorority even though it seems somewhat contrary to my personality. I'm worried that Lehigh kids might be too superficial. Obviously, having chosen Oberlin the first time, I am pretty liberal and care deeply about diversity of race, socioeconomics, and personality types. I also can't see myself being too excited about the school spirit vibe. My dad is a Lehigh alum and tries to convince me that I would be happy at Lehigh (of course he went there 40 years ago when the school was men-only)... I play ice hockey and want to do the equestrian club. I am a bit of a girly-girl but I also like jazz, metal, alternative rock, and play the guitar and love art and cinema... I'm not sure if there are too many kids at Lehigh that like those kinds of things. NYU: I'm worried about the class sizes. Lehigh obviously would have smaller class sizes and it would be easier to talk to professors. At Oberlin, I tended to do better in the smaller sized classes than the classes with 100+ people. I'm also worried that I won't be able to make friends since people have told me that you must be very self-motivated and independent to make friends at this school. I'm also worried about the housing. I'm not sure if transfers are even offered on-campus housing or if I would need to find my own housing. It might be nice to live in an apartment with people since I was not happy in the dorm at Oberlin (shoe-box sized room shared with someone who was incredibly nice but did not have the same sleeping cycle or organization as me). I'm scared that I might be overwhelmed and incredibly lonely at NYU. Obviously both are very good schools and many people would be happy to go to either of them. I just don't want to choose the wrong school a second time. If anyone has any comments I would love to hear them. If you know anything about the transfer programs/introductions at these schools that would be great. Thanks! more

Resolved Question: what should i include in my resume?

i was never selected for the interships and part time jobs with my resume. i don't know what to do. i don't have any background or anything to put in my resume what should i do pls give me suggestion i live in singapore. i m an international student studying in government university for finance major. Thank you so much more

Resolved Question: Getting into a fight with my dad over MY major....?

i'm going to be a sophomore in college. i was an international studies major, and positively loved it. french minor, and i felt like i was totally on the right track. problem was, my dad seems to think "i can't get a job" in international studies and wants me to become a journalism major instead. while i like journalism, i would like a compromise of a double major. he's paying for most of my college, so he's like, "okay, you can pay for the international studies major, and i'll pay for the journalism major." i don't understand what the issue is. you CAN get employment in international studies. shouldn't i get to pick my major? what should i do? more

Resolved Question: History major in school needs advice!! international studies or an archeology direction?

My boyfriend is a History Major and he is debating on whether to go in a archeology direction with his major or in a more international relations direction with his major. Looking for advice... maybe some pros and cons? He is also doing a double minor, a Multi-Lingual minor and an international studies minor. it kinda seems like archeology would be more fun, but international relations would be more dependable for a family? any advice? thank you! more

Voting Question: What are the top 5 universities in South America (not including Brazil)?

I'm thinking about studying abroad next year or the year after, so I was just wondering what the best universities are. :) I'm doing International Business and Marketing as my majors, so I would prefer something with a Business school, but if they have a good economics program, that's okay too. more

Voting Question: Need help in Social Social Studies!!!?

1.) NGOs may be funded by: Grants from institutions and governments Sales of goods and services Membership dues Private donations All of the above 2.) Sustainability may be defined: By the seventh generation philosophy of the Native American Iroquois Confederacy By its consideration for future generations As respecting and caring for the ecosystem and the people within it Two of the above All of the above 3.) Based on the idea of overpopulation, poor nations in the world have been accused of consuming more than their economy can support. However, these poor nations may accuse rich nations of over-consumption, which means: That there are too many consumers in rich nations That there is too much consuming in rich nations That rich nations use more than they need Both A and C Both B and C 4.) The Voluntary Human Extinction Movement is one response to: Globalization Colonization Consumerism Influenza Overpopulation 5.) In the Boxer Rebellion, the "Boxers" led an uprising because: European powers had begun to demand territorial, railroad and mining concessions Of Western commercial and political influence in China The Chinese government allowed Westerners in China Both A and B Both B and C 6.) The Truth and Reconciliation Commission: Followed apartheid Pardoned all crimes committed during apartheid Pardoned those who confessed completely Both A and B Both A and C 7.) Today, most Kurds live in Iraq, Iran, and what two other countries? Syria and Turkey India and Syria Turkey and Pakistan Pakistan and Syria Turkey and Saudi Arabia 8.) What is geography? The study of the earth The study of the location of both human and physical aspects of the earth The mapping of cultures on the earth Both B and C Both A and B 9.) The United Nations was established following: World War I The Franco-Prussian War The Industrial Revolution World War II The modernization of Europe 10.) "Culture" includes: Spiritual, material, intellectual, and emotional features of a social group Laws, customs, and morals Lifestyles Two of the above All of the above 11.) What gave rise to the importance of non-governmental organizations? Industrialization Globalization Nationalism Liberalism Colonization 12.) Which of the following statements are true of the Trek Boers? Wandering farmers They spoke Afrikaans A British military force Two of the above None of the above 13.) What were some of the aims of the UN? Arms disarmament Peacekeeping International law Two of the above All of the above 14.) What was the impact of the Treaty of reciprocity between the U.S. and the Hawaiian Kingdom (1875)? U.S. established the Pearl Harbor naval base Sugar cane and plantation agriculture grew very much Influx of Asian immigrants Two of the above All of the above 15.) According to U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, what was a goal of the U.S. invasion of Iraq? Find Osama bin Laden Help Iraq become a democracy Find al-Qaeda in Iraq Two of the above All of the above 16.) The coca plant is used in parts of the world to produce the narcotic cocaine. As part of the War on Drugs, the U.S. has promoted a strategy of eliminating the cultivation of coca. Why do Evo Morales and the cocalero movement believe that the coca plant should not be eliminated? Because coca leaves are sacred Because Morales and the cocaleros do not understand the effects of cocaine Because coca leaves (not cocaine) have been chewed by indigenous peoples for thousands of years Both A and C Both B and C 17.) Globalization: Must diminish local cultures May reinforce local cultures May diminish local cultures Both B and C None of the above 18.) The legal system of the ancient Hawaiians was based on the system of: Kauwa Kapu Kahuna Maka’ainana Ali’l 19.) The idea of "tabula rasa" was a major aspect of John Locke’s philosophy. What does "tabula rasa" mean? That an individual’s identity is defined entirely after birth That one’s identity is free from government "Scraped tablet" Both A and C Both B and C 20.) What is a trend of globalization? Less immigration Less tourism Less international trade Strengthening of national borders None of the above 21.) "Preferring playing baseball to reading a book" is: Economic behavior Universal behavior Cultural behavior Personal behavior Environmental behavior more

Voting Question: International studies?

what kinds of job can i get if i major in internatinal studies? more

Resolved Question: What degree should I pursue?

I'm going to be a Freshman in college this August and I'm pretty sure of what type of stuff I want to do but I don't know what degree would help me get there. I know I can stay undecided for a few semesters until I'm sure of what to pick and I'm not forgetting that option. Majors like engineering, math, sciences, and business seem like they'd bore me and won't spark an interest or passion. Making this simple, I want to be able to travel the world internationally and help people. I care deeply about local, national, and international issues. I care about equal rights. I'm not afraid to use my voice and fight for what I care about. I really like debating and I'm good at it. I LOVE traveling. Some options I was thinking that are offered at the university I'm attending: International Studies. I'm really leaning towards this one. I know I'd probably have to get a Masters in order to get anywhere. I really love traveling and the care for people. I'd like to work for the government or a non profit organization. I'd think working in intelligence would be alright since I'm always striving to find information. Nursing. Pretty easy to pick up a job, good pay, and you help people every day. I'm sure there's international options available for nurses. Law. Defend people, I guess you can travel, but I think the whole legal stuff would bore me. My uni does have a good law program though. more

Voting Question: What should I do with my Communications Major?

I'm almost a Junior in college and I still don't know what I want to do for a living. I'm going to have: -Communications Major -Certificate in Hispanic Studies -International Studies Minor I thought about international journalism, but my teacher said I should try looking elsewhere. I like to travel to different countries, but would rather drive than fly. What kind of job could I get with my degree? Please help. more

Voting Question: In your opinion, what sort of career/major should I pursue based on my likes?

I had planned on being an International Studies major for several years with a focus in Japanese, with an ultimate goal of becoming an interpreter. However, I just finished my first year of college and found that I have a lot of other interests and I'm not so sure that's what I want to do anymore. Whether I major in International Studies or not, I still want to have Japanese in my life. I took 3 years in high school and visited in 2007 and LOVED it. My areas of interest are: Japan, foreign cultures/languages, psychology, psychiatry, internal medicine, and pediatric oncology. I just don't know of something that combines any of those together. :( Any ideas guys? :) more

Resolved Question: Getting two degrees on Sociology and Japanese?

I'm a junior majoring in Sociology and Japanese and I'll be getting two degrees upon graduating. i plan on studying abroad in Spring of 2010 ( have any of you heard of Temple University Japan Campus?) . I was wondering..is it possible for me to go to Graduate school for something different?..like International Business? what kind of jobs can I get? I really want to make the most out of my life, and I'm doing alot of work hoping to have a good, sufficient salary later in life. thank you for any advice. more

Resolved Question: Studying abroad and the language barrier?

I'm an international business major in college and it is required that I study abroad in my Junior year. I was just wondering how does that work. Will I have to take classes in the language of that country or in English? I'm also taking a Spanish Minor. Does that mean that I can only study abroad in Spanish speaking countries? Any answer is greatly appreciated. Thanks! more

Resolved Question: Would korean and chinese be difficult for me?

I'm majoring in Korean studies and have a minor in arabic, international relations and Chinese (mandarin). For sophmore year im planning to start these lang. classes. Anyway, the quesiton is, would chinese and korean be difficult to learn? I took Japanese for 4 years and it was extremely easy for me especially reading, writing and comprehending. I also took spanish for two years but i struggled through it terribly.. I know that chinese japanese and korean have some sort of similar word order. more

Voting Question: If I have a Bachelor in Environmental Science can I get a Masters in Environmental Planning?

In the fall of 2009 I'm beginning my first year as an Undergraduate. I'm double majoring in Environmental Science and International Business. However, I have been thinking a lot recently and I came to a conclusion that I want to be an Environmental Planner. In order to become this I need a Bachelors in Environmental Studies, Bachelors in Urban/Environmental Planning or Masters in Environmental Planning. I'm really worried now because my school only offers Bachelor in Environmental Science not Environmental Studies. Will I be able to pursue Masters in Environmental Planning if I only have Bachelor in Environmental Science? OR should I consider transfering to another college that has Environmental Studies as a major? (the only problem is this college that I'm about to attend is giving me almost a full scholarship) Please help!!!!! I can't fall asleep..I'm so worried more

Resolved Question: Several social studies questions?

1. The Mid-western banking crisis was caused by the failure of what system in the 1990's? 2. One major concern for the national government throughout the 1990's as been the continually growing what? 3. What major skyscraper was the target of international terrorists in 1994? 4. What city was recently devastated by the nation's deadliest domestic terrorist attack ever committed (1990's)? more

Resolved Question: Can someone help with me with a major depressive event?

I am a 16 year old student and over the last couple of months, I have determined that I am going through a major depressive episode. I'm in the International Baccalaureate Programme, which is sort of like the Advanced Placement classes except that you must take six courses from different areas. I'm currently taking Physics, English and Islamic History Higher Level and Chemistry, French and Math Methods SL. I only write final exams in one course, however, this year, whereas I will be writing approximately 15 papers at the end of next year. I have sevens (top marks) for English, French and History, at the moment, while I have fives and fours (pass marks) for Physics, Chemistry and Math. For example, every math test I study for well in advance and do EVERY question in the 800 page textbook, but somehow I still manage to barely pass. I even go for extra help constantly, but now I'm apprehensive because the questions are trying to trick me and I can't even tell sometimes. I'm a shy person, and typically I tend to get fairly lonely. Even the firends I do hang out with at lunch I don't associate with after school or on weekends. I normally just go to cafes by myself and work; I hardly ever have fun besides an occasional soccer practice or watching an episode of Lost. I'm kind of withdrawn from my old friends that I used to play video games and sports with; in fact, one of them doesn't even talk to me like he used to. It's depressing to me that I'm withdrawn from everything: piano, band, sports, school, video games and I know that reduced activity is not the answer either. I'm not even taking care of myself anymore: I finish homework well into the evening (11PM-12AM) and then I don't get to sleep until about 2AM--on Wednesdays, I wake up at 6AM for early morning band practice, so this has got to stop! I just have this huge pit of anxiety as well, like I can't stop being apprehensive towards my upcoming French SL exam and all the things I have on the go (an Extended Essay soon, community service hours, getting my wisdom teeth out)...I just feel empty and sad and desparate. At least my appetite and my nervous system haven't really changed, although every once in a while I will eat something to help calm my body down while under stress. I haven't had any thoughts of hurting myself or suicide or anything like that. I'm straight edge--don't abuse alcohol, drugs, substances like tobacco, so that's certainly not an issue. What do you think are some rational ideas to help me control this event and breach it? Thank you very much: 10 points to the best response. more

Resolved Question: What I can do after graduation?

I am graduating soon from University of California, Irvine, and I am very nervous about what to expect in my future career. I have no idea what type of jobs I should be seeking. I am double majoring in Political Science and International Studies while also minoring in Conflict Resolution. I am graduating with a 3.5 GPA. Will it be hard for me to find a job nowadays? What are some of the companies I can apply to? Seems like with my majors, I do not have too many otpions since it's not as specialized like accounting, bilogy or any other specialized majors. Besides English, I am also fluent in Russian but it probably doesn't count. I feel really nervous about what my pay would be and where I will end up working. I don't even know when to look for a job...before or after graduation? What are some of the entry-level jobs I could apply to? Any advice will be appreciated. more

Resolved Question: What do you learn in a International Relations & Development Studies class?

What careers can you get into with a major in it? more

Resolved Question: Housing for students of Inter American University in Puerto Rico?

I am looking to study in Inter American University. Specifically, I think I'd be looking into attending the campus in Ponce as this seems to be the one which offers my major, International Business. My question is, does this school have dormitories for students? I tried searching the site but have not yet found anything pertaining to this. Hey thanks for your helps guys and no problem, I can speak Spanish. more

Resolved Question: I'm joining the JET Programme after college, any advice from JET Alumni?

I want to be a CIR (Coordinator of International Relations) do I get to pick whether i'm a CIR or ALT (Assistant Language Teacher) I'm majoring in japanese studies with a minor in international studies, so what are my chance of becoming a CIR? more

Resolved Question: I feel like I really settled, and now I just feel lost and confused? Suggestions?

I don't know if I'm just feeling panicked about being a college graduate or what, but I just feel like I made a horrible decision. I majored in communications and minored in international business. My freshmen year I was taking a lot of general education courses more so than "major" courses. I hadn't picked a major yet, and there were several fields that I was interested in. In high school I had it all together it seemed, I had the normal insecurities, but I was focused. My freshmen year I felt a tremendous amount of growth in myself, and was happy and content. Well the end of my freshmen year, I started dating this guy, and things completely changed. Instead of focusing on what I should major in, and doing well in college, I feel as though I "settled." I lost my whole sense of self in him, and my whole purpose in life became about being with him. I became an insecure, needy, weak person and my whole college experience (the time i was supposed to be growing and developing into an adult and preparing for my career) became him. I had a dream of studying abroad and I "settled" for a program and we studied abroad together, and it was awful. I just wish that I could start over. Instead of making lifelong friends, I was constantly dealing with him and being alone, stuck in my room, worrying about problems with him. Alienating some of my old friends with my constant complaints about him. It really changed me, the whole experience with him. Where I'm at now- I recently graduated from college, and now I am panicked. I don't have a career or anything like that. I managed to pull off a good GPA, but I KNOW that I could've done better in college. I'm still talking to him and considering getting back together with him, and it just seems like I don't have the strength anymore to let him go, even though he treats me poorly. I don't even know where to begin anymore to start over. I don't have a job in the field that I want, and I know that I could've majored in something stronger like mathematics, engineering, or something in the medical field. Lastly, I'm worried that since I'm so broken now, there won't be anyone else who will want me. I just know that I could've done better. I don't even know where to begin because I don't know if I am even going to be happy in the field of communications at all. It is so discouraging and depressing. I'm 21 by the way. What should I do? Suggestions? more

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