SAGE Scholars Monthly Newsletter | March 2023
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The Fifth Annual Dr. James B. Johnston Scholarship Competition Is Open
Attention SAGE Scholars high school seniors! The fifth annual Dr. James B. Johnston Scholarship Competition is now accepting applications. This year, SAGE Scholars
Educational Foundation is offering scholarships of up to $5,000 to SAGE Scholars High School Seniors who submit a winning essay or video and attend a member college or
university. Login to your Tuition Rewards account to see how you can apply.
Good luck! We look forward to receiving your submission.
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Remington College Joins SAGE Scholars Tuition Rewards
Remington College has joined the SAGE Scholars Tuition Rewards Consortium as our first trade-focused career school. With twelve different campus locations across the United States, students engage in diverse program options with a focus on
hands-on learning taught by instructors who are experienced, knowledgeable, and worked in the industry they teach.
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'Poets & Quants' Again Ranks Duquesne Among Best Undergraduate Business Schools
Duquesne University's Palumbo-Donahue School of Business' undergraduate program ranked among the best in the country on the Poets & Quants' 2023 list of 'Best Undergraduate Business Schools' for
the fifth consecutive year. Poets & Quants, a leading online publication for undergraduate business and education news, ranked Duquesne No. 77 on its prestigious annual list. Accredited
by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), Duquesne's School of Business shapes students into
leaders with entrepreneurial mindsets who challenge conventional thinking, seize new opportunities and make a difference
in the business world and beyond. Read More
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"Eye to the Sky" SKAE Astronomy Center to be Built on St. Thomas Aquinas College Campus
St. Thomas Aquinas College is proud to announce the construction of the "Eye to the Sky" SKAE Astronomy Center on campus, which
will include a state-of-the-art Telescope Observatory, as well as a classroom for astronomy and astrophysics programming. The
Observatory will provide research and experiential learning opportunities — housing a powerful telescope which will allow
for the observation and measurement of planets, stars, asteroids, comets, and galaxies.
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Setting SMART Goals
By Mackenzie Roberts
Everyone has set a goal at some point in their lives whether it be big or small. We set goals in sports, school, careers, and
our personal lives. However, many people will set a goal and never achieve it. Perhaps they had too much on their plate or maybe
it just was not realistic at the time. There is more to setting a goal than just declaring it. This article will discuss the
significance of setting SMART goals as a method to increase the likelihood of achieving your aspirations.
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All About Debt: Types of Debt
By Paul Merimee
Debt is an incurred obligation to return a borrowed item, usually with fees or terms included. For example, someone borrows their neighbor's car for a weekend and agrees to fill the tank before returning the car. The most common type of debt occurs
with money, in which the associated fees or terms occur in the form of interest. In finance, there is rarely a debt that requires only paying back the initial sum; however, there are several types of debt, each with its own set of terms, conditions, and
implications. Understanding the types of debt is the first step to making informed
decisions regarding debt and financial well-being. Read More
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A Case for Acquiring a Second Language
By Heather Rech
I started learning Spanish in High School. A passion for the language emerged when I took a trip to Central America during the
Spring Break of my junior year. I returned from that trip with an expanded worldview and a new determination to learn the Spanish
language. In this article, I'll provide some useful tips to start your journey of
learning a second language. Read More
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Caldwell University Joins SAGE Scholars Tuition Rewards
Caldwell University, nationally renowned for the research and treatment of autism spectrum disorders, has become the 100th Catholic-affiliated college to join
the SAGE Scholars Tuition Rewards program. Five New Jersey private colleges now participate in Tuition Rewards. Located in suburban Caldwell, one of the top
college towns in New Jersey, the University ranks as one of the safest campuses in the state. It's 22 miles from New York City and a 30-minute drive
from the Newark Liberty International Airport, helpful in attracting students from 40 countries. 98% of students receive financial aid.
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SCAD shines at 2023 Academy Awards
SCAD is proud to announce the contributions of over 150 alumni who have contributed their talents to films nominated for the 95th Academy Awards®. This year, SCAD
alumni contributed to a total of 18 films that received nominations from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. These talented SCAD Bees represent a variety of
top-ranked degree programs, including animation, visual effects, film and television, production design, sound design, dramatic writing, sequential art, illustration,
architecture, interactive design and game development, fashion, painting, photography, and furniture design.
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Paul Smith's College Launches New Culinary Program in New York City
Paul Smith's College is launching a new culinary program in New York City at The Fedcap Group's Food Arts Center, located at 210 E 43rd Street. Paul Smith's College is known for
culinary and hospitality programs and has offered high-quality training and education for decades. Last year, Paul Smith's culinary program was ranked 11th in the nation by
U.S. News and World Report.
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The Five Principles of Financial Literacy
By Mari Whitmore
As a college student, you will find yourself juggling various financial responsibilities, such as paying for tuition, housing, books, and day-to-day living expenses. Succeeding
financially, both during and after college, requires cultivating financial literacy. Financial literacy refers to the knowledge and skills needed to make well-informed financial
decisions. According to the U.S. Financial Literacy and Education Commission, everyone should know the five major financial literacy principles. These principles are: earn, save
and invest, protect, spend, and borrow. While this list is certainly not an all-inclusive conglomerate of financial knowledge, understanding these principles is a great way to
get familiar with the financial topics and language that are valuable knowledge for students transitioning into financial independence.
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Hidden Curriculum: No One Cares
By Xavier Royer
Seriously. No one cares. You should care. But other people, particularly your peers, do not care. Care about what? Most things, to be honest. How you're dressed, a question you need to
answer in class, taking a nap in the student center, any of it. This is not high school. You are no longer locked in a building with other kids brimming with hormonal insecurity. Everyone
has much better things to do with their time than to judge you for whatever it is you're concerned about. You are an adult, on campus with other adults. Young adults, for sure, and
you will certainly look at some of your choices and habits during your time on
campus and laugh in the future. But, truly, no one cares. Read More
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How to Start A DRIP Portfolio in College
By Luke Stellick
There are many advantages to investing early on in life. It can allow for a pool of wealth to grow slowly, aid in financial security throughout life, and
be used as a resource for retirement. The only issue with investing is that it's hard to know which method to use or where to start. Making sure you're
investing in the right stock is the most challenging part, and if you're never taught, buying stocks might seem too large of a risk. That is where the
DRIP portfolio comes in handy. DRIP stands for "dividend reinvestment plan" and is a style of investment portfolio that allows for slow but steady gains, which
grow exponentially. The risk is low so long as you spend the time to build your portfolio correctly, making
it a great starting point for college students. Read More
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The College of Wooster's Annual $2,000 SAGE Scholars Award
The SAGE Scholar Award of $2,000 annually is in addition to the Tuition Rewards guarantee provided by Wooster, a proud partner of SAGE Scholars. There is
no separate application for scholarship consideration. Eligible students must be participants of the Tuition Rewards program before the twelfth grade
and have submitted their Tuition Rewards Statement to Wooster prior to an official offer of admission (in accordance with SAGE Scholars policy).
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WPI Establishes New Combined BS/MS Program in Learning Sciences & Technologies
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has launched a new five-year BS/MS option that allows students to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree
in any major and a Master of Science degree in Learning Sciences and Technologies, an interdisciplinary field focused on how students in
kindergarten through 12th grade learn and the tools and techniques that can
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St. Lawrence University Academic Merit Scholarships
We're committed to making your academic adventure as affordable as possible. Each year, St. Lawrence University awards more than $70 million worth of gift aid — that is, financial
assistance that does not have to be repaid, such as scholarships and grants. Read More
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Promoting Financial Wellness in College
By Nathaniel Tamminga
Finances can be one of the most stressful parts of college. Preparing for those stresses can make or break one's college experience. Financial wellness
is paying for one's current needs while saving for long-term goals. In college, if you can have financial wellness while getting your education, you
will be set up nicely after graduation. When planning financially, you will want to have short-term and long-term goals. Your short-term goals are
how to pay for what you need right now. Your long-term goals focus more on saving money. Read More
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Tips on Finding Out What You Want to Study in School
By Samantha Bockoven
The path toward obtaining a college degree is full of big decisions. One of the first decisions you need to make is where to attend college. Once you decide where you want to go, one of the
next decisions you need to make is what you would like to study. Many people matriculate not knowing what they want to study. This decision can seem like a lot of pressure because some view
it as forming the path for the rest of their life. Yet, at least one third to a half of students end up changing their major at some point during their time at school. Though it is
better to change your major then get stuck on a career path that you do not enjoy, it does end up costing more money and may even delay graduation. In the following article, I am
going to discuss a few steps you can take while in high school that might help give you insight on what you want to study before you even step foot on campus.
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Seven Ways to Teach Budgeting Skills Early
By Heather Rech
In my twenties I couldn't tell you where my money was going. I could tell you that I didn't have enough of it. It also felt like-because I didn't have very much-that there
was little I could do. Since finances were already tight, any unexpected car repair or high medical bill felt like a final blow on an already sinking ship. Social situations
like going out to eat with friends, taking trips, or receiving the ask to be a bridesmaid felt like a financial burden. Additionally, I was so stressed by my lack of control
and scarcity mentality that I would oscillate between spending impulsively or spending nothing at all. In my mind, budgets were for people who had money. Since I didn't
have much money, it seemed there was nothing I could do until my income changed. Read More
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