Tuition!
Posted: September 20, 2011 Filed under: Lifestyle | Tags: college, lasell, loans, tuition Leave a comment
By Tatiyana Smith
Whoever in a million years thought that going to college would be so expensive? There are a lot of things in society that are corrupt, and I believe college fees are one of them. There are endless fees, from room and board to dorm deposit. I’m so happy that this is my last year of college, but its also the beginning of paying back four years of loans. I came across an interesting website that stated the cost of tuition for every college in the Unites States.
Now, I’m not sure how valid the information on this website is but I surely believe it. The college with the lowest tuition cost is located in Kansas, the tuition is $215! That is half the price of the deposit for the college I attend. According to the website, Brandeis University’s tuition is $40 more than Boston College, the ironic thing about this fact is that if there was a Brandeis student and a BC student both going for the same job I bet the BC graduate would get it.
Why does education have to be so expensive? When I first entered Lasell College in 2008, it was about $36,000 for the year. Now that I am leaving , my bill is $43,000 for the year. Imagine how much college will be in 2020. I don’t think I ever want to have children!
If you have the time check out www.collegestats.org they have a ton of interesting blogs that contain relevant facts for every college student. The way the cost varies from college to college is such a shocker. Collge freshmen should definitely visit websites like these to plan their costs for four years and ensure they get into as little debt as possible.
College is expensive, but I hope with everything I have learned, I am able to apply it and make all of my money back when I’m working.
Lasell Parking
Posted: September 20, 2011 Filed under: Lifestyle | Tags: Lasell College, Money, Parking Leave a comment
By Katelyn Cross
Lasell College does a really good job at making things more difficult than they need to be. For example: parking. If you ask anyone from other schools how much they pay to have their car on campus, most will tell you less than $100. If those same people ask me how much I pay to have my car on the Lasell campus, my response is $530. Yes, you read that correctly, FIVE HUNDRED AND THIRTY DOLLARS! As if nearly $40 thousand a year in tuition wasn’t enough, Lasell gets to squeeze another half of a grand out of us broke college kids.
Although, this is not the only issue, you have to deal with availability. I understand that Lasell is a small school, so there is limited parking. Also, the construction of the new dorm building eliminated more space. For the most part, I’m in favor of assigned parking lots, but with that being said, this system does have its flaws. With limited assigned parking, I’m only allowed to park where I have a sticker or at the dining hall, without getting ticketed. If I need to run to the library and I park in that building’s lot, I’ll get a ticket if I’m in the wrong lot. Not a $5 or $10 ticket, but a $25 ticket! One, not a big deal, two or three and they add up. Not only is Lasell taking $530 a year from me to have my car there, but if I happen to be in the wrong place, they reach into my pocket and take more of my hard-earned cash.
“I just think that it would be so much more reasonable if Lasell would only ticket when absolutely necessary,” Junior, Rebecca Gooch said about her increasing ticket count. Assigned parking lots should be for overnight use only. Basically, if I park in an unassigned lot for an hour of class, and there are plenty of other spaces available, no tickets should be handed out. I shouldn’t have to pay an extra $25 on top of the $530 that I already handed over if I want to park somewhere else on campus for, at most, an hour or hour and a half.
Remembering the life of James “Jimmy” Curtis
Posted: September 20, 2011 Filed under: Events | Tags: Jimmy curtis, Lasell College, Memorial Service Leave a comment
By Kathleen Armstrong
Just one week before James “Jimmy” Curtis would be entering his senior year here at Lasell College a fatal accident took his life. Jimmy was a Criminal Justice major and passionate about the sports he was involved in. He was a member of the Track and Field team and Co-Captain of the Rugby Club. Many knew Jimmy for his strong Boston accent and incredible sense of humor. Whenever you were around him, you knew you would be able to have a good laugh.
This was not the news that many students wanted to come back from summer vacation to hear. Members of the Lasell College community though, were able to come together in this tough time and be there for one another. The loss of Jimmy affected all those who knew him and even those who just knew of him. He set an impression on everyone’s heart that will never be replaced. He will always be in the thoughts of the students of the class of 2012 as graduation day approaches. Friends and loved ones will truly miss Jimmy.
For those who wish to remember the life of Jimmy, a memorial service will be held Wednesday September 28, 2011. The event is begins at 4:00p.m. in de Witt Hall, it is opened to all students and faculty who wish to join.
College: To Go, or Not to Go? That is the Question.
Posted: September 20, 2011 Filed under: Lifestyle | Tags: careers, college, loans Leave a comment
By Matt Arias
As we all begin the new semester, we start to organize ourselves and our schedules in such a way that we can adapt to our new routines. Stress is a natural and common feeling to experience during this process. However, is the painful stress that college brings worth it?
In a very recent online article from the Miami Herald, the cost of college and how much it will really do for your career is called into question.
For example, Gabriela Wisniewski who is quoted in the article has $120,00 in loans. She has graduated from college and is working in the field that she loves. Unfortunately, her salary does not allow her to pay her monthly bills. She is not living at home with her parents, and life is quite difficult for her. I will use this as pure motivation for my next three years here at Lasell. I want to make the best out of the money being spent, and do everything I can to ensure that I will be coming out of college with the best career I can get. And of course, I am not the only one who thinks this way.
“I definitely am worried about having a good career, especially if the economy doesn’t turn around,” said Ryan Langell, a 19 year-old Sports Communication student at Lasell. “Yeah, I think the cost will be worth it. At least I hope so.”
Obama’s Job Bill
Posted: September 20, 2011 Filed under: News | Tags: College Graduates, Job Bill, Obama Leave a comment
By Michelle Burke
Once again, President Obama spent this past week campaigning for his economic stimulus job plan. With the economy at an all time low, unemployment rates have skyrocketed. American citizens are getting laid off more than ever and job availability is almost non-existent. Obama’s plan is to create more jobs for the American people and simultaneously cut taxes. This solves the joblessness issue in America and gives working citizens a few extra dollars that are much needed in this time of economic distress.
The unemployment issue in the United States is not only getting worse, but becoming more frightening for the youth. College graduates come out of school with the hopes to begin a career while owing thousand of dollars in school loans. Their goal is to be able to pay these loans off quickly and obtain a steady job in their field of study. The fear of not getting hired is familiar to any student at Lasell College. Graduates are finding few job openings and it is not uncommon for employers to tell former students they are overqualified or over educated for entry-level positions.
This coming week, President Obama plans to speak publicly again to lay out his plan for paying the country’s debt. He has hopes that the job bill will get passed as quickly as possible to get America back on it’s feet. Hopefully, the passing of the bill will promise a bright future for not only the students of Lasell College, but also the nation as a whole.
Students Question Safety After Triple Homicide
Posted: September 20, 2011 Filed under: News | Tags: college, Lasell College, News, Newton, Social Media, Waltham 1 CommentBy Rebecca Gooch
Monday, September 12th, three men were found stabbed to death in their Waltham apartment. An investigation is underway as police try to understand what happened and find the perpetrators responsible for these horrible murders. Currently, police do not know who was involved in these killings but they say that this case has their full attention.
The victim’s apartment, located on Harding Avenue, is just miles away from Lasell College as well as Brandeis and Bentley Universities. Moody Street is also close by an array of bars and restaurants that college students often go to throughout the week days and weekends.
“I am not really sure what to think of the murder. It is a little scary it’s so close to Lasell,” Lasell student Mariah Capron commented. “I have friends that live in the Waltham area and I go to many places that are minutes away from the crime scene, it is surreal.”
Although the city of Newton is considered one of the safest cities in America, I think it is unsettling that the person or people responsible for a triple homicide are still at large. I believe all Lasell students should take extra safety precautions until the murders are brought in.
The murder scene at Harding Avenue in Waltham, MA.
Hempfest 2011
Posted: September 20, 2011 Filed under: Events | Tags: hempfest, legalization, marijuana Leave a comment
Hempfest 2011
By Chaney Carlson-Bullock
On Saturday September 17, the city of Boston held the annual Hempfest celebration. The festival is meant to bring awareness to the issue of legalization of marijuana. It is also a place were smokers can meet others who enjoy the same hobby or may use the plant for medical reasons. Many who attend are there to support the legalization of marijuana and to show others how the plant can bring more good to the world than bad.
The festival was held at the Boston Commons with free admission all day. There was music, food, and vendors selling marijuana accessories. Many Lasell students who attended the festival were there to help support the efforts in legalization. This shows that marijuana effects all different types of people
Besides the great amount of smoke in the commons area, it was even fun for people who did not smoke. Everyone was able to enjoy their time and see the different lifestyles of people who support the legalization efforts. The day was an overall success and a great time for all.
Facebook Continues Additions & Launches Subscribe Option
Posted: September 20, 2011 Filed under: News | Tags: Facebook, News, Social Media, Subscribe Leave a comment
By JoeyVento
Facebook has recently launched their “Subscribe” button to follow anyone’s public updates. So, what does this mean?
Users hoping to gain an audience may enjoy this feature because it makes it much easier to update statuses and be reached without having to accept friend requests. Anyone can now subscribe to a page or profile updates.
With a “Friend” label users are able to block updates from showing up on news feeds, but now subscribers can choose exactly what they want to appear in their news feed without blocking others completely. The new subscribe feature is probably most useful for journalists or artists, to let users follow their work- but it is open to everyone.
With the recent buzz of Google+, Facebook is making adjustments. With the new subscribe option, reduced email notifications option, as well as the revamped friend lists, it’s hard to tell if Facebook is trying to find answers to compete with what Google+ releases or if they’re still the trendsetters.
I have personally started to appreciate the decrease in notification emails. But what are you’re thoughts on these new options? Which ones are helpful and which ones are useless? Comment and let us know.
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