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The 5 most injury-prone industries
December 6, 2011A new BLS report finds workplace safety improving, but health care and public-sector jobs continue to post high rates of injuries and illnesses.
Cool Job: Braille transcriber creates books, docs and even maps for the blind
December 1, 2011Marcia Cronin's career highlights include converting Harry Potter books to braille under top-secret conditions.
Got a million dollar idea? How business training can help
November 30, 2011Want to build a small business? Take your plans to school. Check out the surprising tools that can help boost your chances of business success in any economy.
Gift Guide 2011: The hottest high-tech gifts for students
November 22, 2011Shop for the trendiest students in your life with cutting-edge high-tech gifts that will make their holiday season--and might even help boost their grades, too.
Home for the holidays: Can Thanksgiving be hazardous to your degree?
November 18, 2011After a few months of navigating difficult college courses and making peace with cranky roommates, some college students may find the comfort of home too much to resist. Learn how to avoid the college "turkey drop."
Mars, Venus & majors: What drives college major selection
November 16, 2011Some choices of college majors by men and women seem to be gender-based. Are these choices based on biological differences in male and female brains, differences in communications styles, or socialization? Read more about what the experts think.
Beyond SAT and GPA: What really drives college admissions decisions
November 10, 2011College admissions is not just a numbers game--character and passion count for more than you might think. Learn what it takes to stand out from the crowd and gain admission to top schools.
Undeclared? 3 reasons to consider STEM majors
November 8, 2011Students with education and training in science, technology, engineering and math can look forward to a bright future, according to experts from Georgetown University.
Young, fabulous, and not so broke: 4 student budgeting tips
November 4, 2011Check out these top tips from student budget experts. Learn how and when to save, spend, and more.
Busting 7 resume blunders
November 2, 2011One tiny mistake on your resume can mean the difference between it ending up in the "rejection" pile or the "call" pile. Are you guilty of these resume blunders?
Cool Job: Child life specialist helps kids cope with hospital stays
November 2, 2011Elise Ehrenreich plays a key role helping young patients at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia understand their illnesses and stay positive during their stay.
4 health care careers for squeamish people
October 31, 2011You've heard all the hype about health care careers growing by leaps and bounds. But what if you faint at the sight of blood? You can still have a health care career with these four jobs that are mostly blood and guts free.
5 tips for returning to school as an adult student
October 27, 2011The halls of higher education saw 3 million students over the age of 35 in 2009, and enrollment among older students continues to grow. If you're thinking about going back to school, use these tips from former adult students to help you succeed.
Getting in: Are finances a factor in college admissions?
October 24, 2011Your ability to pay for college could give you an edge in college admissions--or a handicap. Learn how to navigate a college admissions process increasingly shaped by financial interests.
Goodbye cubicle: 4 jobs that are office-optional
October 20, 2011Working in an office each day just isn't for everyone. No matter if you'd rather spend your days outside or just outside of a cubicle, check out these ideas for some top careers that are office-optional.
