Saturday, December 3, 2011

The 45 Most Powerful Images Of 2011

As the year comes to a close, BuzzFeed.com takes a look at some of the most powerful images of events that took place in 2011. From the tsunami in Japan to the Occupy movement riots, some of these images have a great impact on our society. To view the images, click here

Friday, December 2, 2011

10 Schools With The Worst Dining Halls



Between selecting a major and a roommate, one of the most important factors in selecting a college has to be the quality of food. The Princeton Review recently named the 10 schools with the worst dining halls. To check out those schools, click here.

Coming Soon: Dodgeball

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Thursday, December 1, 2011

World Aids Day: About World Aids Day


What is World AIDS Day?

World AIDS Day is held on 1 December each year and is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died. World AIDS Day was the first ever global health day and the first one was held in 1988.


Why is World AIDS Day important?

More than 90,000 people are currently living with HIV in the UK and globally an estimated 33.3 million people have HIV. More than 25 million people between 1981 and 2007 have died from the virus, making it one of the most destructive pandemics in history.

Today, many scientific advances have been made in HIV treatment, there are laws to protect people living with HIV and we understand so much more about the condition. But despite this, people do not know the facts about how to protect themselves and others from HIV, and stigma and discrimination remain a reality for many people living with HIV. World AIDS Day is important as it reminds the public and Government that HIV has not gone away – there is still a vital need to raise money, increase awareness, fight prejudice and improve education.


What should I do on World AIDS Day?

World AIDS Day is an opportunity for you to learn the facts about HIV and put your knowledge into action. If you understand how HIV is transmitted, how it can be prevented, and the reality of living with HIV today - you can use this knowledge to take care of your own health and the health of others, and ensure you treat everyone living with HIV fairly, and with respect and understanding. Click here to find out the facts.

You can also show your support for people living with HIV on World AIDS Day by wearing a red ribbon, the international symbol of HIV awareness.

World AIDS Day is also a great opportunity to raise money for NAT and show your support for people living with HIV. If you feel inspired to hold an event, bake sale or simply sell red ribbons, click here to get started. If you'd like to see what other events are taking place — click here and find out more.


But what about after World AIDS Day?

Although World AIDS Day is a great opportunity to get the public talking about HIV and fundraise, we need to remember the importance of raising awareness of HIV all year round. That's why NAT has launched HIVaware— a fun, interactive new website which provides all the information everyone should know about HIV. Why not use what you have learnt on World AIDS Day to Act Aware throughout the year and remember, you can fundraise at any time of year too — NAT is always here to give you suggestions and ideas.

Information in this post was taken from http://www.worldaidsday.org/


Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Protect Funding for Our Nation's Most Vulnerable Students!


Currently, more than 800,000 students – from sixth-graders to doctoral candidates, from military veterans to displaced workers – rely on TRIO Programs for support in their pursuit of a college degree. Despite the fact that TRIO has become a staple in our local communities and has a long history of producing remarkable results at our institutions, Congress cut TRIO by $26.6 million this past spring. All told, more than 100,000 students have lost access to TRIO since the beginning of the Obama Administration. Meanwhile, the need for educational supportive services has continued to grow. If we want to solve the debt crisis, cutting programs that help our nation’s most vulnerable citizens is not the answer. We urge the White House to take a strong stance to defend TRIO students and funding.

To sign the petition, click here to get started!

The 10 Biggest Colleges in the Country & What It's Like to Go There



Have you thought about attending a large university with thousands of people, tons of dining halls and a variety of housing options? If so, Her Campus showcases the 10 biggest colleges in the United States and how it would if you were to attend there. To check out that article, click here.


Her Campus is the #1 online magazine for college women, individualizing its content college-by-college by establishing My Campus branches at schools across the country. With national content on Style, Beauty, Health, Love, Life, and Career, supplemented by campus-specific content produced by teams of students at 200+ colleges across the country, Her Campus serves as a hub for everything college women need to know about today.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Week 13 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University
Announcements for EVERYONE
Week 13
Week of November 28, 2011


Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events


October Stipend
If you didn't attend receive your October stipend at November's Saturday Session, below are dates that you can pick them up. It is very important that you pick up your money as soon as possible. After two weeks, money will be returned to Avila's Business Office.
  • Grandview HS: November 29th tutoring
  • Ruskin HS: December 1st tutoring
  • Non-Target: Arrangements should be made with the Upward Bound office for pick up

Snacks
To help with raising funds for the Upward Bound program snacks will be sold at Saturday Sessions and weekly tutoring.
  • Cheez-It, Pop-Tart, fruit snack, doughnut (Saturday Session only): $1
  • Orange juice, Gatorade, water: $1

Recruiting
If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.


Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2437
Email: Upward.Bound@Avila.edu
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