Many universities are noticing that women are outnumbering nad outperforming men in the higher education venue. There is a lot of controversy over why men are falling behind in this area. Whatever it is, it can only be good for women who will continue to get the higher degrees and land better-paying jobs because of it. In turn, they should go back to those universities and help the next generation of women to graduate. Money that goes to universities could thus be seen as helping the gender pay gap.
Recently the corporation of Brown University received monetary gifts that would permit the establishment of endowed professorial positions, much like the one Sloan Lindemann and George Lindemann Jr. Distinguished Professor in Environmental Studies Osvaldo Sala has been appointed to. Money is something George Lindemann appears to be very familiar with as one of George Lindemann Jr. Florida Homes is worth 2.23 million. It would be nice to see some of that money trickling into higher education and enhancing the career opportunities of women.
Saturday, September 30, 2006
Saturday, September 23, 2006
Distance Learning is Perfect for Single Mothers
Years ago, I wanted to get a Master’s in Business Administration, but then I got pregnant and on-line distance education was not available back then. Knowing I would be somewhat incapacitated and housebound for a few months during the start of the first semester, I chose to delay my entrance. That delay for that university turned out to be permanent. Despite having taken the GREs and done all the work to get in to one of the best Master’s programs for business, I couldn’t go due to the travel and inflexibility of my own soon-to-be mother’s schedule. With the advent of distance learning these types of excuses for not furthering our education simply don’t exist anymore.
The things to look for in a distance learning program are:
1. Accreditation
2. Hardware Requirements
3. Time Requirements
4. Prerequisites
5. Cost
Accreditation
Many distance programs are not accredited. Those that are should proudly claim that accreditation and this makes a big difference in whether your degree is recognized as a course of study or just a piece of paper from a degree mill. If you are going to spend an enormous amount of money on your education, make sure it is from an accredited institution.
Hardware Requirements
One of the important factors in on-line education is how well your own home computer resources fit the standard necessary to take courses on-line. Universities usually have a web application that tests your system to see if it will work with their courses. However, don’t let that stop you from taking an on-line course.
Currently, my machine at home has no sound. This can be a problem when I am asked to open up videos with sound. I simply go to Kinko’s and listen to them there. I've also ordered an external sound card I hope will fix this issue. So, even though you may not have all the resources for hooking in completely, you can go to other places to download and view your course.
Time Requirements
Just because a course is online does not mean it is lax. Usually, the courses are much more intense, requiring a lot of reading and writing. Most on-line courses have tests that you can take at the end. These tend to be a bit harder than just multiple-choice and many teachers rely on essay and short answer to test a student’s knowledge. Office hours are usually chat sessions where a teacher is available to take questions on-line. Most on-line courses also seem to require one or two term papers.
On-line education also provides statistics for your on-line activities. You can usually tell average number of times you were on-line, how many posts you replied to, and whether you are missing assignments. If you take a quick pop quiz, often the system can automatically grade you and you can see if you’ve pass almost immediately. Also, some systems keep track of your number grade as you progress through the course so you know whether you are falling behind or not.
Prerequisites
Some counseling graduate degree programs require prerequisites to be accepted for entry. Know what they are and look for programs that may not have those requirements, if you feel that is too much time, money, or committment for you. However, usually, if one program needs those prerequisites, others do too. So, knowing what they are will help you to take ones that are acceptable at more than one university and thus allow you to apply to more distance learning programs and have a choice when it comes to actually entering a degree program.
Cost
Distance learning is expensive, but there are many financial aide packages available. Try to apply with the FAFSA at the beginning of the calendar year that you are thinking of entering a program. If you have your FAFSA score ready, the schools can offer you a financial aide package of loans or grants, depending on your income status. Single parents usually don't make much and if you are an ethnicity that has scholarships available, you may even benefit because of your race.
In Conclusion
People who do very well in on-line education are usually self-motivated. They can manage their time and resources without needing tremendous outside guidance. One should probably have a decent typing speed as all things are done via the computer keyboard. One of the drawbacks of an on-line education is that one can become even further isolated from one’s peers. Some universities address that issue by requiring some time in intensives or on-campus seminars to bring everyone together face-to-face.
One thing is for certain, if distance education was still not available, I would not be able to take a Master’s program. With the cost of gas, a teenage daughter, and being a divorced single mother, my time is still somewhat inflexible for traditional campus classes. Distance education has really come of age and everyone should find ways to take advantage of this invaluable and flexible resource.
One Distance Program to Look Up
Although Capella does not offer Transpersonal Psychology graduate programs, I did look into this university when I was trying to determine where to go. It is accredited and that also is an important requirement for distance programs. It does have a Psychology department, just not Transpersonal Psychology. It also offers graduate degrees in business, information technology, education, human services. It has undergraduate programs available using distance programs as well.
The things to look for in a distance learning program are:
1. Accreditation
2. Hardware Requirements
3. Time Requirements
4. Prerequisites
5. Cost
Accreditation
Many distance programs are not accredited. Those that are should proudly claim that accreditation and this makes a big difference in whether your degree is recognized as a course of study or just a piece of paper from a degree mill. If you are going to spend an enormous amount of money on your education, make sure it is from an accredited institution.
Hardware Requirements
One of the important factors in on-line education is how well your own home computer resources fit the standard necessary to take courses on-line. Universities usually have a web application that tests your system to see if it will work with their courses. However, don’t let that stop you from taking an on-line course.
Currently, my machine at home has no sound. This can be a problem when I am asked to open up videos with sound. I simply go to Kinko’s and listen to them there. I've also ordered an external sound card I hope will fix this issue. So, even though you may not have all the resources for hooking in completely, you can go to other places to download and view your course.
Time Requirements
Just because a course is online does not mean it is lax. Usually, the courses are much more intense, requiring a lot of reading and writing. Most on-line courses have tests that you can take at the end. These tend to be a bit harder than just multiple-choice and many teachers rely on essay and short answer to test a student’s knowledge. Office hours are usually chat sessions where a teacher is available to take questions on-line. Most on-line courses also seem to require one or two term papers.
On-line education also provides statistics for your on-line activities. You can usually tell average number of times you were on-line, how many posts you replied to, and whether you are missing assignments. If you take a quick pop quiz, often the system can automatically grade you and you can see if you’ve pass almost immediately. Also, some systems keep track of your number grade as you progress through the course so you know whether you are falling behind or not.
Prerequisites
Some counseling graduate degree programs require prerequisites to be accepted for entry. Know what they are and look for programs that may not have those requirements, if you feel that is too much time, money, or committment for you. However, usually, if one program needs those prerequisites, others do too. So, knowing what they are will help you to take ones that are acceptable at more than one university and thus allow you to apply to more distance learning programs and have a choice when it comes to actually entering a degree program.
Cost
Distance learning is expensive, but there are many financial aide packages available. Try to apply with the FAFSA at the beginning of the calendar year that you are thinking of entering a program. If you have your FAFSA score ready, the schools can offer you a financial aide package of loans or grants, depending on your income status. Single parents usually don't make much and if you are an ethnicity that has scholarships available, you may even benefit because of your race.
In Conclusion
People who do very well in on-line education are usually self-motivated. They can manage their time and resources without needing tremendous outside guidance. One should probably have a decent typing speed as all things are done via the computer keyboard. One of the drawbacks of an on-line education is that one can become even further isolated from one’s peers. Some universities address that issue by requiring some time in intensives or on-campus seminars to bring everyone together face-to-face.
One thing is for certain, if distance education was still not available, I would not be able to take a Master’s program. With the cost of gas, a teenage daughter, and being a divorced single mother, my time is still somewhat inflexible for traditional campus classes. Distance education has really come of age and everyone should find ways to take advantage of this invaluable and flexible resource.
One Distance Program to Look Up
Although Capella does not offer Transpersonal Psychology graduate programs, I did look into this university when I was trying to determine where to go. It is accredited and that also is an important requirement for distance programs. It does have a Psychology department, just not Transpersonal Psychology. It also offers graduate degrees in business, information technology, education, human services. It has undergraduate programs available using distance programs as well.
Monday, September 18, 2006
Online Shopaholics Can Still Save
This post is sponsored by Blogitive.
There are an abundance of online deals for the savvy shopper. However, we usually have to time them right. What if you could get online coupons for more than 800 popular stores online? With gas prices as high as they are, it makes sense to shop online and why not get from 5% to 25% more savings on specific deals? And if you have a big heart and want to be thrify at the same time, you can automatically donate the cash back you earn by shopping through Ebates.com to your favorite charity.
There are an abundance of online deals for the savvy shopper. However, we usually have to time them right. What if you could get online coupons for more than 800 popular stores online? With gas prices as high as they are, it makes sense to shop online and why not get from 5% to 25% more savings on specific deals? And if you have a big heart and want to be thrify at the same time, you can automatically donate the cash back you earn by shopping through Ebates.com to your favorite charity.
Sunday, September 17, 2006
Personally, I Think Age Denotes Wisdom
I'm not afraid of a few wrinkles. I may not like a lot of wrinkles, but I'm not afraid of a few wrinkles. I think many women are beginning to feel this way. Age denotes wisdom, but we would still like to look and feel our best. Here are some ways to deal with some of the symptoms of aging:
Age Spots
My mother had them and now I have them. They are sometimes unflatteringly called "liver spots." Although, one can do plastic surgery to remove them, I found out by accident that tea tree oil fades them quite nicely.
Poor Memory
You don't use it, you lose it, girls! Just because we may have to be running around wiping our kid's noses or caring for a sick parent, doesn't mean we should stop cultivating our minds. The research has shown that people that do crossword puzzles or read, delay onset of mental problems like Alzheimers. Find a hobby that uses your brain and keep yourself alert as long as you can.
Wrinkles
My mother loved hydrating creams and many women swear by them. But, San Jose plastic surgeons believe Botox or Restylane treatments are really the way to go. They claim the procedures are minimally invasive. Whether that's true, I wouldn't know. At this point I can't claim wrinkles yet as a badge of honor. However, there are other alternatives available like acupuncture that are said to work just as well. Obviously, you would have to be a woman who is okay with alternative treatments, but for me, this is an option to regular plastic surgery.
What treatments do you use to delay signs of aging?
Age Spots
My mother had them and now I have them. They are sometimes unflatteringly called "liver spots." Although, one can do plastic surgery to remove them, I found out by accident that tea tree oil fades them quite nicely.
Poor Memory
You don't use it, you lose it, girls! Just because we may have to be running around wiping our kid's noses or caring for a sick parent, doesn't mean we should stop cultivating our minds. The research has shown that people that do crossword puzzles or read, delay onset of mental problems like Alzheimers. Find a hobby that uses your brain and keep yourself alert as long as you can.
Wrinkles
My mother loved hydrating creams and many women swear by them. But, San Jose plastic surgeons believe Botox or Restylane treatments are really the way to go. They claim the procedures are minimally invasive. Whether that's true, I wouldn't know. At this point I can't claim wrinkles yet as a badge of honor. However, there are other alternatives available like acupuncture that are said to work just as well. Obviously, you would have to be a woman who is okay with alternative treatments, but for me, this is an option to regular plastic surgery.
What treatments do you use to delay signs of aging?
Women Should Shop Around For Car Insurance
Car insurance companies love women. They also like older women. And, if they are married, all the better! No, I'm not talking about some illicit tryst! They actually have statistics that say that older, married women are better risks than young, unmarried, men.
It's funny what statistics will prove. I wonder where that leaves the myth of the ditzy female driver?
Some insurance providers serve women drivers exclusively now, like Shielas' Wheels. This insurance company is even promoting the use of "Buddy On Demand" an inflatable male companion that comes alive with the flip of a switch and is supposed to deter road rogues.
Either way, if you are a woman, it pays to shop around for car insurance. You are a valuable commodity in the car insurance game and a valued customer. So, do get your free online car insurance quote and compare to others. You may find that your gender and age are finally getting the respect they deserve.
It's funny what statistics will prove. I wonder where that leaves the myth of the ditzy female driver?
Some insurance providers serve women drivers exclusively now, like Shielas' Wheels. This insurance company is even promoting the use of "Buddy On Demand" an inflatable male companion that comes alive with the flip of a switch and is supposed to deter road rogues.
Either way, if you are a woman, it pays to shop around for car insurance. You are a valuable commodity in the car insurance game and a valued customer. So, do get your free online car insurance quote and compare to others. You may find that your gender and age are finally getting the respect they deserve.
Vacation Travel Tips For Women
It might have been unheard of in the past for a woman to vacation alone. But, now there are even travel agencies that cater to women-only tours with activities that women might like to do without a male around. In addition, some organizations are meeting the safety needs of women traveling alone on vacation by providing other women as companions.
If you are visiting the U.S., personal safety is not a big issue for women. However, it is still preferable for women to stay in a residence rather than staying in a hotel alone where they might end up targets. As our economic power increases, many women now can even afford to buy an Orlando Vacation Home. One of the nice things about buying a vacation home, especially in Florida, is that it can be rented out during peak season and you can visit it during off-season. Orlando is one of the top vacation destinations in the U.S. It offers a variety of entertainment from amusement and wildlife parks to spectacular beaches and opera events.
If you are visiting the U.S., personal safety is not a big issue for women. However, it is still preferable for women to stay in a residence rather than staying in a hotel alone where they might end up targets. As our economic power increases, many women now can even afford to buy an Orlando Vacation Home. One of the nice things about buying a vacation home, especially in Florida, is that it can be rented out during peak season and you can visit it during off-season. Orlando is one of the top vacation destinations in the U.S. It offers a variety of entertainment from amusement and wildlife parks to spectacular beaches and opera events.
Friday, September 15, 2006
Vacation Ideas For Single Parents
One of the best vacations I ever took was to Atlantic Beach with my daughter. We are a single parent household. The beach is only a few hours from us, so we packed up the dog and got a hotel which allowed pets. We didn't spend a lot of time on Atlantic Beach but we got to see a lot of the surrounding area. It was the first time I had tried to vacation with my daughter alone and it was well worth the adventure.
Families come in all shapes and sizes now, so when someone says they have Family Vacation Packages, sometimes we wonder if our family will fit the mold. Luckily, many vacation planners now understand the various needs of single parents or people who are crunched for time. There are different needs for different families like going to a wholesome location like the beach for families with children, or ending up in Las Vegas to gamble if you have no children or are intent on leaving the children behind.
Whatever your own family situation, we all need down time and it's nice to take it as a family - even if that family is not the traditional family!
Families come in all shapes and sizes now, so when someone says they have Family Vacation Packages, sometimes we wonder if our family will fit the mold. Luckily, many vacation planners now understand the various needs of single parents or people who are crunched for time. There are different needs for different families like going to a wholesome location like the beach for families with children, or ending up in Las Vegas to gamble if you have no children or are intent on leaving the children behind.
Whatever your own family situation, we all need down time and it's nice to take it as a family - even if that family is not the traditional family!
Creative Ideas For Wedding Rehearsal Dinners
This post is sponsored by Blogitive.
Times have changed for weddings. Before, girls might have dreamed of that special day when they wore white and went to a big church and had the most formal and expensive wedding money could buy. After Britney Spears' "Pimps and Maids" weddings (where men wore track suits saying "pimp" and the woman wore pink ones saying "maid") themed galas became even more popular. I don't think anyone would have believed it if it hadn't been for the wedding cameras that later told that story.
Now, this is extending to the rehearsal dinner. If you do plan a formal wedding, you can still have an informal BBQ for the rehearsal dinner, complete with picnick tables. Or you can try a wine-tasting theme, taking your guest around town on various wine-tasting tours. At least that has more class than making them wear a track suit with the word "pimp" on it.
Times have changed for weddings. Before, girls might have dreamed of that special day when they wore white and went to a big church and had the most formal and expensive wedding money could buy. After Britney Spears' "Pimps and Maids" weddings (where men wore track suits saying "pimp" and the woman wore pink ones saying "maid") themed galas became even more popular. I don't think anyone would have believed it if it hadn't been for the wedding cameras that later told that story.
Now, this is extending to the rehearsal dinner. If you do plan a formal wedding, you can still have an informal BBQ for the rehearsal dinner, complete with picnick tables. Or you can try a wine-tasting theme, taking your guest around town on various wine-tasting tours. At least that has more class than making them wear a track suit with the word "pimp" on it.
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
Will Japan's Patrilineal Line Continue?
Apparently Japan is not happy that no male heir to the Chrysanthenmum Throne has been born in over four decades. But, that may soon change if a male child is born to Princess Kiko. The furor arises over Japan's patrilineal roots which typically has put women in an inferior status on their social system. But, will it be a boy? Apparently, the royal couple did not want to know the gender of their baby.
One thing is sure, the legislation to change the old male-dominated lineage to one allowing females may be side-railed if it is a boy. I would like it to be a girl. It would force Japanese to take a good look at the difference in socio-economic class and privilege in their society based on gender. If it is a boy, this will simply be swept under the rug the way it's been done for centuries.
One thing is sure, the legislation to change the old male-dominated lineage to one allowing females may be side-railed if it is a boy. I would like it to be a girl. It would force Japanese to take a good look at the difference in socio-economic class and privilege in their society based on gender. If it is a boy, this will simply be swept under the rug the way it's been done for centuries.
Friday, September 01, 2006
Misogyny and Sexism Alive and Well in Religion
In case, we think it can't happen in America: guess again. There are plenty of religions in America that believe women have less rights then men. As this article indicates, many in the Mormon cults that still preach polygamy believe that women are to be pretty much given to whichever man somebody in the church hierarchy decides. The woman has no say in the matter and is brainwashed into thinking she'll "lose her salvation."
We may criticize muslim nations for their backwards stance on women, but even in America we see areas where religion plays a central role in the suppression of women's rights. If women want to be able to choose their own husbands and lead their own lives, they will have to take a stand and defy the church hierarchy. They can leave the church, if they have to. Not an easy choice for the faithful, I'm sure. But, if women don't take a stand, the next victim will be their female daughters. Women have to look at their own lives and begin to take some responsibility for what they allow in their world. Women need to unite, whether they be mormon or atheist. Women's rights are about standards of decency and a woman's right to make her own choices in life. It's not about religion, although many churches make it so.
We may criticize muslim nations for their backwards stance on women, but even in America we see areas where religion plays a central role in the suppression of women's rights. If women want to be able to choose their own husbands and lead their own lives, they will have to take a stand and defy the church hierarchy. They can leave the church, if they have to. Not an easy choice for the faithful, I'm sure. But, if women don't take a stand, the next victim will be their female daughters. Women have to look at their own lives and begin to take some responsibility for what they allow in their world. Women need to unite, whether they be mormon or atheist. Women's rights are about standards of decency and a woman's right to make her own choices in life. It's not about religion, although many churches make it so.
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