Archive | Finances
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Column: Check your credit report; be wary
When trying to prevent your identity from being stolen, it is recommended that you periodically review your credit report for open accounts that you did not authorize or changes to your mailing address that you did not make.
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Surviving on food stamps
“Lots of Western students receive food stamps – more than you think,” said Anjali Englund, project manager at the Bellingham Opportunities Council. Most students do not think they are eligible for food stamps, but any student who receives state or federal work study can apply, she said.
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Column: Judging jobs
College is an opportunity for students to get ready for the work force. Our University provides the tools needed so we can later become the leaders of tomorrow. Those dreams of the future, however, shouldn’t prevent us from taking on small jobs right now.
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Column: Your cell phone is robbing you blind
Did you know that every month you and your family are robbed? It is true. This is not some column on why you should switch to Geico to save money on your insurance.
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Students choose non-traditional paths after graduation
Go to college, earn a degree, and find a job: these are the expectations of many young adults. But what about University students who decide to take an alternative approach to life after college?
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Work-study jobs become more competitive during latest recession
With the recession in its third year, many Evanston residents—including several Northwestern U. work-study students—face increased job competition and budget challenges. “When I get out of college, it’s less likely there’s going to be a job available for me,” junior Zach Warren said.
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Column: Is gold a good investment? The nature of gold and productivity
Today gold is one of the most popular alternative investments available to Americans. Viewed as a hedge against both disaster and inflation, gold is considered a timeless investment by many. Yet, at the same time, it should be understood that gold is just that - gold.
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Column: State financial aid suffers
Students endure the face-reddening frustration of navigating the financial aid process in exchange for the desperately needed, but dreadfully looming cloud of debt in the back of their minds.
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Column: Inability to take risks defines generation
KRAKOW, POLAND — If Scott Nicholson’s story defines life as a millennial then I’m embarrassed to include myself among his generational peers. Nicholson is the subject of a recent New York Times article titled, “American Dream Is Elusive for New Generation.
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