What To Do Before Moving Into Your First Apartment
Moving into your first apartment can be daunting. Here are some easy tips to consider so you know what to expect and what to look forward to.
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Are There Careers That Help You Give Back While Making You Happy?
If you are trying to choose a career, you might be looking for one that helps you to give back to the rest of the world. There is nothing wrong with this, and if you want to dedicate your life to helping others then this is commendable, as long as it is what you want to do. You should never feel as though you are being forced into one of these directions, as this defeats the entire purpose of it. Down below, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the careers that allow you to give back while also making you happy, so keep reading if you would like to find out more.
Doctor
The first thing that we are going to look at is becoming a doctor. We know that this is hard work and it takes years to do, but it is worth it in the end. If you enjoy learning about the human body, and working out puzzles, this could be the job for you. We say puzzles because working out what is wrong with someone based on their symptoms is like a big puzzle. It is full of little clues that will help you get to the answer in the end, but you have got to be patient to work it out.
There is a lot of stress that comes with being a doctor. You don’t get much time to sleep in the first few years and your social life is practically non-existent, but you are saving lives. There are even schemes such as Doctors Without Borders that you can become a part of if this appeals to you.
Teacher
Another thing that you can consider is becoming a teacher. Some people think that teachers aren’t giving back, but they are helping to shape the minds of tomorrow, which is an important task. Despite what some people think, education is extremely important and can open a lot of doors for people that would otherwise be closed to them. If you want to make a big difference in the lives of children, then you might want to look at Teach for America jobs or something similar. This scheme is set up for college graduates to work in low-income communities, giving these kids an education they wouldn’t be able to otherwise access.
Lawyer
Finally, and we know that this one might be controversial, but the majority of people practice law in order to help people. It is all about getting justice for the people who have been wronged, and ensuring that the people who are wronging others are punished accordingly. Being a lawyer might have a stigma attached to it, but if helping people makes you happy, it just might be the thing that you want to do.
We hope that you have found this article helpful, and now see that there are some careers that help you to give back to the world, while also making you happy. You might not realize it now, but all those long hours of studying in order to get where you are headed are going to be a distant memory in the not too distant future. We wish you the very best of luck.
Episode #130: Rohan Pasari on How Artificial Intelligence Can Help Higher Education
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Our guest for this week’s episode is Rohan Pasari, co-founder and CEO of Cialfo that helps universities and high schools work smarter through AI to support the higher education journeys of their students.
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6 Tips For Planning An Awesome Graduation Party
When your son or daughter graduates, you’ll be feeling super proud of them. After the hard work is over it’s high time to celebrate. Here are a few tips to help you plan an amazing graduation party.
1 . Start preparing early
Planning a graduation party involves plenty of organization. To ensure that things run smoothly, start planning at least a few months in advance. Send out the invitations at least 8-10 weeks before, you’ll want to ensure that your guests save the date. Start making a list of chores and consider the practical elements of the party. These questions might come in handy:
Do I want to hire a venue, or host the party at home?
What kind of graduation gift would my son/daughter love?
Which date is the best for the party?
Do I need to hire a tent for the yard?
2 . Find the best caterers
Some people prefer to prepare their own food, rather than hire caterers. However, if you’ve got a large number of guests coming, hiring a catering company can be much easier. What’s more, professional catering can make your party a little bit more special! To choose the right graduation catering service make sure that you do your research. Check out testimonials and reviews, choose a service that has a great reputation in your area.
Before you start looking for a company, think about what kind of foods you’d like. Perhaps you’re looking for BBQ grill-style food, traditional party food? You might like a few delicious junk food options, and some healthy food for kids?
3. Choose a decor theme
To make your home or venue look extra beautiful, you should think about the decor theme. Consider which color schemes are the most appropriate. Maybe you’d like to choose the brand colors of your son/daughter’s high school? Perhaps you’d like to go for a classic gold and silver decor theme?
Think about how to make the decor unique or special. You might use glitter, bunting, or decorative lights. You could hire a photo booth, with fun props. When you’re planning a party it’s all about creating ‘Instagrammable’ decor!
4. Organize the music
Music is one of the most important aspects of any party. You’ll want to put some thought into a suitable playlist. Choose music to cater to your son/daughter's taste and the other guests at the party. If you prefer, you could hire a DJ or even a local band? The choice really depends on your budget. To help you create the perfect playlist, ask your son or daughter’s friends to help out.
5. Make party favors
Give your guests a memorable experience with some awesome party favors. You don't necessarily need to spend a lot of money. A few sweet treats in a party bag will do just fine. You could bake some special graduation cupcakes? Alternatively, use a polaroid camera at the party, and let your guests take home their pictures.
6. Plan party games
No party is complete without a few party games, and there are so many options. To give you a few ideas check out these fun graduation party games. All of these games are suitable to play outdoors and easy to set up.
Throwing a graduation party is plenty of fun, it’s the chance to celebrate your grown-up child’s achievement, and create some amazing memories. It’s nice to have a big celebration before your teen prepares for life after college.
BONUS Episode #129: Karan Raturi on upGrad and International Digital Education
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Our guest for this week’s bonus episode is Karan Raturi, General Manager for North America at upGrad who shares how his team is helping to expand their work in digital education internationally and what lessons they have learned along the way.
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Productive Note-Taking Tips for Students
Your notes are an invaluable resource when studying. How can you improve your note-taking skills and be more productive—and effective—in your coursework?
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Read MoreEpisode #128: Dr. Eva Lantsoght on Compassion Based Teaching
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Our guest for this week’s episode is Dr. Eva Lantsoght who teaches engineering at the university level across multiple different countries and reflects on her experience transitioning to remote learning as well as her focus on compassion based teaching with her students.
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Why Smartwatches Are Better Than Smartphones
Smartwatches have come a long way since their inception. In some ways, they’re even starting to outperform smartphones. Here’s our list on how they’re doing it.
Read MoreBONUS Episode #127: Glean Panel - The Pandemic & Student Note-Taking Accommodations
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For this special bonus episode, I’m sharing out the audio* from a panel I was on last month put on by Glean to talk about edtech’s role in supporting college student note-taking accommodations in the wake of the pandemic. Enjoy!
*This audio is owned by Glean and exclusively licensed for external use on this podcast. It has been edited for brevity and clarity.
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