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100 Celebrities with College Degrees
This is a top 100 celebrity list like none other; instead of the 100 richest, sexiest, or most powerful, we are highlighting something much more important. The top 100 celebrities with a college degree!

Constantly Connected: How We Communicate in 2012
Growing up many of us envisioned the future to look much like the cartoon "The Jetson's," with computer's dominating nearly every aspect of our lives. Now that we are grown up, it appears that vision wasn't too far off and actually, even more sophisticated than many of us ever imagined. We have robotic vacuums, cars that drive themselves and apps for nearly everything under the sun. In addition to making our lives more convenient, technology has drastically changed the way we interact and communicate with each other.

Mother's Day Gifts From the Heart
Moms are real life super heroes, quietly making the world a better place one heroic deed at a time. Their deeds aren't always as flashy as leaping tall buildings, but they are consistent and life-changing. Day after Day, she drove you to school, sports games, practices, lessons and friends' houses. She made sure you never went hungry, always had a warm bed and clean clothes. She stayed up with you at night when you weren't feeling well and consoled you when you were sad. She listened and helped solve your problems. She celebrated all your victories, picked you up after defeats and forgave your mistakes. She gave you the confidence and support to reach all your dreams, and she always makes you feel like the most important person in the world. So how do you thank someone like that? Acknowledgement is the best way, and Mother's Day is an ideal time to do that.

Top 5 Life Events for Students to Highlight
Facebook rolled out its new timeline profile features, and one of the new elements is the ability to post a "life event".

What is an eBook? Why and How to Use Them
While the printing press is viewed as the most important invention of all time, Johannes Gutenberg surely couldn't have anticipated books going digital.

NoodleBib: A New Type of School Supply
Do you remember going to back-to-school supply shopping as a kid? Back then you may have gotten a Barbie folder or a GI Joe notebook to go along with your pencils, markers, and other supplies. However, now as a college student the times and tools have changed. No matter what age you are you will still need the proper school supplies to be prepared for classes.

Grants and Scholarships: Finding Resources for Your Education
If you're like most college students, you're furthering your education in hopes of getting a better job, and ultimately more money. That is where grants and scholarships come into play. Both are basically in the form of tuition assistance that you do not need to pay back. They can help lower the cost of your education, and free up some of your hard-earned cash for other needs.

How to Get Your Unofficial Transcripts
Did you know that the jobs with the fastest growth projections through 2020 will require some type of postsecondary education?

Facebook Apps: To Allow or Not to Allow
As any avid social networker knows, Facebook has infiltrated all areas of the Internet. From a like button on your favorite blog post to logging in with your Facebook account on a news site, Facebook applications and plugins are everywhere you turn.

The Pinterest Party - How Do I Get Invited?
You may have heard the recent buzz around the virtual pin board called Pinterest.

Navigating Political Terminology in an Election Year
With the 2012 political election year reaching new heights, media outlets from Fort Myers, Florida to Fargo, North Dakota are finding new ways to cover the candidates, trending topics and the next great idea that will induce change.

Pinterest 101: Five Tips for Getting Started
Social networks be warned - a new powerhouse has emerged in Pinterest.

From College Degree to Career: Choosing the Right Major
Employment and pay are two factors prospective college students may consider when choosing a career. And in today's job market, some college degrees are more advantageous than others.

Rasmussen College Instructor Talks Online Classroom Technology With KSTP (ABC) News
Aaron Mullally, an instructor at the Brooklyn Park, MN college campus, shares his love for Sophia.org, an online learning platform in this "Minnesota Made" news clip.

Student Story: The Cherokee Nation
This article was written by Cianna Johnson, a student at the Rasmussen College Brooklyn Park, MN campus. She wrote this article for a Humanities course.

Student Blog: We Are In My Montage, a Poem
Rasmussen College student showcases sonnet written in a general education course, entitled "We Are In My Montage."

Land O' Lakes, FL Campus Hosts Grand Opening Ceremony
The Rasmussen College Land O' Lakes college campus officially announced the opening of the campus location through a ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony on Wednesday, November 9.

Recognizing The Value Of A College Degree
Not wanting to go to college immediately after high school is completely understandable.

The Rise Of Competition At All Career Levels
Although the economy is starting to pick back up and grow again, it may not feel like it for many Americans.

The Bachelor's Job Market
It's a good time to be a bachelor, and by that we mean a man or woman with a Bachelor's degree. Find out why here...

Interested In Obtaining An Associate's Degree? Find Out Which Professions Are In Demand
Workers with an Associate's degree averaged an extra $128 per week in 2001, compared to workers with a high school diploma (Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), 2003).

A Bachelor's Degree Can Help You Pursue Your Passion
You are currently 41 years old, working as a human resource specialist. You have around 65 completed college credits, but you never finished college because other life obligations knocked you off your initial path to pursue your college degree.

A College Degree Is Your Best Asset
When you think about someone with a college degree, you may picture them as the studious type who sits in the library doing research and learning about whatever subject they're pursuing.

Completing Your Bachelor's Degree
There are many factors that can get in the way of earning a degree, which is why many people find themselves wanting to return to school later on in their careers to finish up a Bachelor's degree.

Is A Bachelor's Degree Really Worth The Cost?
Is it economically smart to invest in a Bachelor's degree? This infographic portrays that the answer is yes. Read why here...

Veterans Day Event At The Rasmussen College - Mankato, MN Campus
Come to Rasmussen College - Mankato, MN on Saturday, November 5, from 10:00 a.m. to noon to pay respect to local armed forces veterans.

Rasmussen College in Land O' Lakes, FL To Host Halloween Celebration
Join Rasmussen College on Monday, October 31, from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. as the Rasmussen College - Land O' Lakes, FL college campus and the Shoppes at Sunlake Centre for a Halloween Festival

Is College Right For Me?
You have been thinking about going to college but are hesitant. You are just not sure that it is the right choice for you.

10 Reasons You Should Attend Futuraza TechFest
Join Rasmussen College on Friday, September 9 from 1-4 pm at the Rockford, IL campus for a no-cost Futuraza TechFest techology fair filled with tons of interactive opportunities for you to get plugged in to what's new in the fields of IT and multimedia design.

The Basics Of Financial Aid
The financial expenses associated with earning a college degree can be overwhelming for anyone to handle alone.

Rasmussen College Opens New Campus in Land O' Lakes
Rasmussen College is opening a new campus in Land O' Lakes, Florida. Bay News 9's Melanie Snow reported on the campus opening in a recent newscast.

Student Loan Debt Consolidation - By The Numbers
This infographic explores student loan debt consolidation statistics.

Going Back to School After Serving the Country, What Fields May Work for You
Serving in the military often allows people to acquire a wide range of skills that better them as job applicants as well as individuals. If you've recently completed your time with the armed forces and are looking to begin a new career, why not put your leadership skills to use?

Don't Love Your Current Position? Go Back to School for Better Opportunities
Have you been stuck in the same career for a number of years? Does going to work feel more like a prison sentence than a way to make money? Why not consider going back to school to get on that career path you've always wanted? Luckily, it's never been easier to pursue your true passions.

Summer School - To Take or Not to Take
Want to know why summer school is worth the investment? Academic Dean at Rasmussen College, Brooks Doherty, shares tips in newest installment of Raise Your Hand, a video blog series.

Talking with Teachers Effectively
Effectively talking with your teachers is a major part of having a successful college course experience. Brooks Doherty shares a few quick tips on this episode of Raise Your Hand.

Time Management Tips for Students
Brooks Doherty shares three time management tips for students in this episode of Raise Your Hand.

Tips for College Success - Raise Your Hand with Brooks Doherty
Academic Dean at Rasmussen College, Brooks Doherty, shares tips for college success in the second episode of Raise Your Hand, a bi-weekly vlog focused on tips and tricks for college students.

Welcome to Raise Your Hand with Brooks Doherty
Rasmussen College Academic Dean Brooks Doherty hosts a bi-weekly vlog focused on tips for college students.

Best Bibliography Tools for Students
The Rasmussen College - Director of Library Services gives her two cents on the "The Best Bibliography Tools for Students" in a recent article placed on Study Magazine.

Social Media in the Classroom: The Anti-Warhol Experiment
Rasmussen College instructor shares how he tied in reality television tryouts with a college assignment.

Top Grants and Scholarships for the Adult Student
Financial Services Advisor at Rasmussen College shares his insight into the top grants and scholarships for adult college students.

Does Education Lead to Happiness?
Ever wonder if there is a correlation between education level and happiness? This infographic examines the relationship between overall happiness and educational attainment...

Multitasking:This is your Brain on Media
Ever wonder how multitasking effects your brain? Check out how your brain functions juggling multiple types of media...

Health Information Technician Degree Student Sydahne Phillip Featured on About.com
About.com's "Continuing Education" blog features Rasmussen College student in student profile

A New Decade, a New You Essay Contest
Attention Students: Learn more about the "A New Year, New You Essay Contest"

The Importance and Value of a College Degree
With an economy only slowly recovering from a deep recession, and jobs still scarce those seeking employment are increasingly realizing the value and importance of a college degree. Learn more about the value of higher education and how it can help you achieve your career goals.

Five Tips for Sticking to Your New Year's Resolution
Whether you are an online business degree seeking student, a full-time worker, or a busy mother juggling a jam-packed calendar of family events; staying on track to fulfill a personal goal can be a struggle. Here are five tips for sticking to your New Year's resolution...

25 Ways to Use Google (That You've Never Heard Of)
Google's technology can really facilitate success by streamlining productivity, all the while putting you ahead of the curve in professional and personal spheres. Here are 25 of the best Google programs that you've never heard of...

When Am I Going To Use This?
Exploring the practical application of mathematics.

25 Creative Uses of Twitter
You knew Twitter could keep you updated on social activities, but did you know it is capable of so much more? Did you know it can teach you to cook, remind you to water your plants, or instantly poll your friends? Here are 25 wacky, fun and sometimes useful ways to use Twitter.

The Economic Effect of Education
Look at the relationship between education levels and wealth, life expectancy, and education expenditure around the world.

What Are Colleges Really Looking For In An Applicant?
What are colleges looking for in an applicant? While many students ponder this thought at some point during their college search, a good question to start with may be. What does this college have to offer me?

Non-traditional College Student: A Viewpoint
I have always wanted to get my degree and as I entered the workforce out of high school. I found myself moving through life living the American dream, making money, during the next few years a person begins to settle in and get comfortable with the position.

Is Higher Learning Higher Earning
Check out the the median earnings by educational attainment and see if higher learning means a higher earning.

History of Educational Attainment in the USA
Learn about the educational attainment in the US from 1940 through 2007.

Nobel Prize Winners by Country
Learn about Nobel Prize Winners by Country

Heat: A Visual Tour of What's Hot or Not in the Universe
Explore the hottest and coldest matter in the universe.

What You Want to Know if a Natural Disaster Strikes
There are many things in life that you can control, but Mother Nature certainly is not one of them. Educate yourself on the steps you need to take if a natural disaster strikes.

Haiti in Context: Visualize the Disaster
150,000 is a big number by anyone's standards, but for a small country like Haiti, it is unfathomable. This is what America would look like if we lost a proportionate number of our citizens to a natural disaster...

Olympic Medals in Context
Every 2 years athletes from around the world take to a single city to compete in either the summer or winter Olympics. It seems, however, that the same countries top the medal count list year after year. So what is it exactly that makes a country succeed in the medal count?

President Obama's Plan to Help Fund your Education
What is said to be the largest investment in education to date, President Barack Obama has introduced the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). It addresses key issues, including teacher layoffs, college affordability and educational improvements, according to the White House Web site.

Top 50 Blogs for Teachers
There are thousands of education blogs out there for support that promote new teaching technologies, give a glimpse into the public policy that affects schools, offer lesson planning advice, and more. Here is a collection of the top 50 blogs for teachers.

100 Apps for Tech-Savvy Teachers
Teachers have one of the most difficult (and rewarding) jobs out there. Here is a collection of 100 web and iPhone tools that make the grade for tech-savvy teachers to make your job a little easier...

50 Inexpensive Ways to Make Your Home Green
If you are in college, you probably spend most of your cash on tuition, books, and housing. You dont exactly have a lot of money to fritter away, but you want to do your part to help the earth. Here are 50 tips to help you reduce your carbon footprint on a limited budget.

The 15 Best Fictional Teachers of All Time
Books, big screen or small screen: teachers are portrayed everywhere in pop culture. This list is set to describe the good, the bad and the funny in fictional educational world. From inspirational to lifeless, and deceitful to dorky...every one of these teachers are memorable in some way, shape or form.

College Papers: How to Get an A
This article discloses 50 tips for aceing a college paper. Read on to learn more...

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