Wednesday, December 14, 2011

You Can Afford College Broadcast Tonight

The FAFSA--MPT's annual broadcast of You Can Afford College helps prospective, current, and returning students and their families navigate the maze of financial aid.  Get FREE financial aid advice live during the broadcast--call 800-222-1292, email outreach@mpt.org or tweet 
#MPTycac your questions to our group of local financial aid experts.

http://www.mptgetincharge.com/

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

College Video Essay Tips


From U.S. & World Report: What Are Some Tips for College Admissions Video Essays?

Click Here for the full article.

Monday, December 5, 2011

$1,000 Being an American Essay Contest

From FastWeb.com
The Being an American Essay Contest is open to high school students between the ages of 13 and 19. To enter, you must compose a maximum 1000 - word essay on the following topic: "How does the Constitution establish and maintain a culture of liberty?" The essay must be submitted by your teacher to be considered.
Scholarship from the Bill of Rights Institute

Saturday, December 3, 2011

'Perfect Gift for You Sweepstakes' from HP Academy

Deadline: Dec. 8, 2011
From FastWeb.com
The 'Perfect Gift for You Sweepstakes' from HP Academy is open to registered Fastweb members who are legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia. You must be at least thirteen (13) years of age to qualify for this award.

Friday, December 2, 2011

‎$500 Get Green Video Contest

‎Deadline: Dec. 8, 2011 
http://planetconnect.org/getgreenvideocontest
From FastWeb.com: "The Get Green Video Contest is open to U.S. high school students between the ages of 14 and 19. To enter, you must submit a 30 - 120 second video that shows how one or more of the elements of science, technology, engineering, or math can help green your city or town. The first place winner will receive $500 and a Samsung Galaxy Tab; second place, $250 and a Samsung Netbook; and third place, $150 and a Samsung HD Camcorder."

Thursday, December 1, 2011

World Aids Day. Become aware of the impact of HIV/AIDS

Today is World Aids Day. Become aware of the impact of HIV/AIDS across the globe. Good story about Alicia Keys' "Keep a Child Alive" program at MTV.com:
http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1653383/alicia-keys-talks-sacrificing-her-digital-life-on-world-aids-day.jhtml