Myths about credit and debt
Myth 1: I’m a loser and a failure because I’m in financial trouble. Reality: You have to accept responsibility for your actions and remember that you did accept the credit with the promise of paying it back. But most families and our schools do a poor job of teaching financial responsibility.
Institute promotes entrepreneurialism
SDSU entrepreneurs will soon have a link to the resources they need.
SDSU freshmen guaranteed room in core classes
Incoming freshmen can rest assured that there will be enough room at South Dakota State University. As enrollment increases at SDSU, students will continue to find open spots in their core classes. “The University and the College is committed to ensuring enough sections of core classes, such as English and speech, are available for students to take in their first year here,” Dean Jerry Jorgensen of the College of Arts and Science said.
New Assistant A&S Dean tells tales beyond the office
His office in 251 NFA is like no other office on campus. On the south wall of his 8 ft by 10 ft office lies six shelves of books on curriculum, English and various other topics. Above his computer desk, lies a collage of Curious George memorabilia, track and cross country trophies and ribbons and a small cut-out figure of John Wayne.
New students go wireless
All right, students, line up single file. We’re going to do an experiment. Go to class and listen as your professor calls roll and take down some names. Inevitably, you’ll have jotted down the names of a few students living in the Residence Halls. Now call Hansen Hall’s front desk and start asking for numbers.
Q & A: Donkeys vs. Elephants
Democrats Q: Please state your full name. A: Amanda Mattingly. Q: Your major? A: History. Q: And your position? A: I am secretary of the College Democrats. Q: What made you become a Democrat? A: Well, one of the main reasons I became a Democrat is because it was pretty much embedded in my family.
Professors disgruntled by cut in compensation
Many professors who received a pay cut earlier this year are refusing to teach extra courses. This decrease in compensation affects professors who teach overload, summer, Sioux Falls or online courses. Previously, professors were being paid 8 percent of their 9-month base salary for each course.
Campanile stands as a lasting legacy
It towers above campus with respect and loyalty. Its bells ring boldly and smoothly throughout the day. At night, blue and gold lights beam with pride from the top. It is the symbol of SDSU. The Charles Coughlin Campanile became the offical logo of SDSU about nine years ago.
Consider the Century broadens horizons for students
The 15th annual Consider the Century conference will bring four prominent Native American speakers to the SDSU campus Friday. The speakers are Charon Asetoyer, Roger Campbell, Merry Ketterling and Steven Martin. The event, free and open to the public, will take place in the Volstorff Ballroom in the University Student Union from 9 a.
Managing your credit debt
Editor’s Note: This is part 2 of a two part series on dealing with credit cards. Last week we looked at the pros and cons of having credit cards and how to compare the different card offers to pick the one right for you. A 2001 study conducted by Nellie Mae, the nation’s leading student finance firm, revealed that the average undergraduate carries a credit card balance of $2,327.
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