FULL TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS at GWU! 6 openings for Transfer Students

Last Decembers blog comes around again!  FULL SCHOLARSHIPS

AT THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, WASHINGTON, DC, IN COMPUTER SECURITY AND INFORMATION ASSURANCE

Funded by Defense Department, Department of Homeland Security, and National Science Foundation

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE MONDAY, JANUARY 31, 2011 AT 5:00 p.m. EST

12 students currently participate in this program; 6 will graduate in May 2011, creating opportunities for additional students to join the program.  GWU is a NSA-certified Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education and Research.

Eligibility requirements:

 minimum GPA: 3.0 undergraduate OR 3.2 graduate (must maintain during scholarship)

 United States citizen, 18 or older, full-time student (rising junior or higher) or applied for or accepted for full-time enrollment at GW with an undergraduate or graduate major in one of the following areas: Mathematics, Biometrics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Support, Data Base Administration, Computer Systems Analysis, Operations Research, Information Security (Assurance), Forensic Science, Business Management, Business Administration, Public Policy, Public Administration, or another area related to computer security and information assurance

Visit the last December blog and/or visit GWU's website for more information and to apply.

More FREE stuff! FREE Kindle Apps

You may have read about all the free stuff you can find online on my previous blogs, Free Resources, http://professormcknight.blogspot.com/2010/09/free-resources-abound.html and  Free Stuff for your Dorm... http://professormcknight.blogspot.com/2010/09/free-stuff-for-your-dorm-your-class.html

Well now you can join the 21st century by reading my book and thousands of others from your computer, phone or Ipad.  

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 Happy Holidays!

- Clifton McKnight is an educator, counselor, personal coach, author and keynote speaker. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter and other social media. Visit his site at www.motivision.net

Just 15 minutes

Consider the magic you can do in 15 minutes:

1. Plan your day or review the end of the day;
2. Calm your mind and spirit and center yourself;
3. Focus on your vision and purpose;
4. Drop a text or a email to someone you care about ;
5. Study some test questions on 3x5 cards;
6. Read a few pages of an inspiration or informative book; 
7.  Complete a small task from an important project.

http://www.motivision.net

15 minutes used well on a regular basis can change your life.  The difference between you and a billionaire may have a great deal to do with what you do with your minutes. See what Stever Robbins has to say about time on this Harvard Businsess Publishing video I spied on youtube.  Got 15 minutes?

7 Thoughts to Help You Through Your Week + 1 for Good Measure

1] "The ideas which have lighted my way, and time after time have given me new courage to face life cheerfully have been... Kindness, Beauty, and Truth"....                  - Albert Einstein

2] Make your words nice and Sweet because the day may come when you might have to eat them.

                                                                                      -Anonymous

3] ANGER is only one letter away from “ DANGER”

4] “The will to win is not nearly as important as the will to prepare to win”

                                                                                     - Bobby Knight

5] “Close scrutiny will show that most..."crisis situations" are...opportunities to either advance, or stay where you are.”                                                                       -Maxwell Maltz

6] “Refuse to let circumstances alter your thinking and you will see circumstances grow into the image of your thought.”                                                                                        - unknown

7] “Our doubts are traitors and make us lose the good we oft might win, by fearing to attempt.”

                                                                                    -William Shakespeare

8] "The Way Not to Get Caught… Don’t Do It!!"

Think Good Thoughts Then Connect

I was moved to apply this to both this blog and my http://www.cliftonmcknight.wordpress.com/ blog which will also have audio.   I hope it adds to your day.

I endeavor to treat my mind and spirit daily with a little prayer, meditation and affirmation, then I get to work. I was busily focused at my desk at work and a wonderful thing happened! I received a knock on the door. At times when we are trying to finish a task we can be off center when something interrupts that flow . I am so glad that I followed my morning ritual today because that did not occur and I was poised to receive a magnificent energy from the passer by.

His name is Chuck Kroner. He is a recent retiree who reminded me through his conversation and spirit that angels still walk the earth in human form. As he shared and asked questions of me my heart and spirit were filled with the joy of this awareness.

Please, pause, focus on all that is good with you and the world, then drink deeply from the positive spirits around you. The wonderful thing is, if you take the time to treat your spirit prior to quenching your thirst, you will provide a refreshing elixir for others as well. We are then energized to continue making a difference where the world is not yet right. Enjoy today and help make someone else’s day.

Freedom isn't Free - but it's Worth It!

As we meditate on the events of September 11, 2001 it becomes more critical that we remain cognizant of our core values.  Love, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness suggests that we do the hard work of perpetuating unity across ALL boundaries.  PEACE and FREEDOM require that we take the time to understand one another's point of view and that we continue to see and seek common ground.   There is no place for racial or religious intolerance in a free society. 

We ALL share one planet.  It provides us abundantly and we have the capacity to be good stewards amongst one another and this magnificent globe we call earth.  Do something today that contributes to LOVE, PEACE, LIBERTY, FREEDOM, THE ENVIRONMENT shared by all and watch the fruit of your efforts grow!

FREE Resources Abound!

So I went on this kick to learn more about www.freecycle.org and SO MUCH MORE came in.  While some of the resources noted I have tried myself, there is so much that I am endeavoring to share the information only.  This does not constitute endorsement as I have yet to use all of them as I have with "Freecycle" and "Recycle" (previous post).       

In preparing the previous post I did a search for "freecycle" and an AARP link came up.  It was long link to Yahoogroups.   Apparently "yahoogroups" hosts a lot of useful stuff.  The following is a list of resources that offer free or discounted meals at restaurants, groceries, DVD rentals and much much more.



www.heyitsfree.net,                              www.volition.com.)
www.mrcheapstuff.com,                       www.freenology.com,
www.kidsmealdeals.com,                     
www.TheFreeSite.com,

This reminds me.  If you can use some free encouragement once and a while visit my wordpress blog, www.cliftonmcknight.wordpress.com and share a word or two of encouragement as well in the comments.  Have a great day! - Clifton McKnight is an educator, counselor, personal coach, author and keynote speaker. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter and other social media. Visit his site at www.motivision.net

FREE STUFF for your DORM, YOUR CLASS YOUR OFFICE, YOUR...

Trash or Treasure - You Decide

If you don't mind "Used" or "Second Hand" stuff, you can get some of what you need while being kinder to the environment and being less wasteful yourself.  All over the country and in over 80 countries online groups are offering and posting their previously used and sometime even unopened and never used STUFF for FREE!  This eases the level of waste at landfills, which is kinder to the environment and can save you and others money too! You can also post good stuff that you no longer use for someone who can use it.

Visit www.freecycle.org/ to get started.  A word of  Advice- This resource is VERY active so you may want to dedicate a separate email address to it or have some really good filters.  You can receive MANY EMAILS everyday offering and asking for free stuff.

Once I tapped into this I found a yahoo group that has the same concept and calls themselves "Recycle" instead of "Freecycle".  Try them out, save money, save the earth and maybe save someone else.

Begins with a Dream

Begins with a Dream

This one I developed to keep me on track.

Create Your Own Video Vision

Create Your Own Video Vision
Click the link to enjoy visual message and create your own simply by inputting your own pictures and messages.

Begins with a Dream

Begins with a Dream

Now Available Click HERE

Believe It!...  Conceive It!...   Achieve It!                                         

Click link "Begins with a Dream" above.

Enjoy the video vision board (Begins with a Dream) which lead to the completion of the book, IF YOU CAN'T CALM THE WATERS LEARN TO RIDE THE WAVES - How to Succeed in Turbulent Times now available at:

https://www.createspace.com/3460609 (my estore)  or

 http://tinyurl.com/ridewaves (amazon.com direct to book).  For excerpts and audio excerpts visit:

NEW_RELEASES at motivision.net 

Have a GREAT Day!

If you are ordering books online. ORDER THEM NOW! and PRIORITIZE!

Times are hard.   More and more students are looking to save a few more dollars.  If you are ordering books online. ORDER THEM NOW!  You really cannot afford to begin class without the proper tools, like oh, I don't know... say YOUR TEXTBOOKS!  This is a time for you to plan, prepare and prioritize.  Starting late can result in poor performance.  College classes are often fast paced, making catch up more difficult to accomplish.  Order your books early and have a contingency for delays.  Some suggestions are included the list below.  Add to it and share insights with your friends.

1]  Visit the reference section of the library to see if textbook is on reserve.
2]  Ask professor to put it on reserve, even temporarily.
3]  Check with Counseling or Student Center for temporary assistance.
4]  Check off campus libraries and used book stores.  Be aware, the edition may be different  but hopefully the first few days should be absolutely the worse case scenario for you.
5]  Check out the campus early and expect FULL PARKING LOTS!
6]  Don't work so hard; it may cause you to perform badly.  Kind of silly working to pay for school and repeating the courses over again because you worked to much to pass isn't it.  Use that noodle ;-)
7]  Try to establish a backup plan for everything.  Even if you only need one of 10 backup plans, that one can make all the difference.  Be prepared and enjoy your classes and the college community.

Harvard University Offers Free Tuition for "Low Income" Honors Students

Harvard University is offering free tuition for families making less than $60,000 a year, visit Harvard's financial aid website at: http://www.fao.fas.harvard.edu/ or call the school's financial aid office at (617) 495-1581.

Check College websites and blogs

In the 21st century, colleges and universities are making more and more information available on websites, blogs, social media such as facebook and Twitter. Be sure to look for them. Montgomery College, in Maryland has a wealth of resources for its students and perspective students. Of course it is available for anyone. Even scholarship information can be found through higher ed. blogs. http://mctransferscholarships.blogspot.com/ is an example of one I recently came across that might be useful to you. Be sure to check facebook and other spots for up to date stuff.

Get More Back - Tax Recovery for College

Paying for college is not only about jobs, scholarships and internships, it is also about taxes and savings.  Visit this link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbTWw-7EGGM&feature=channel and contact your tax preparer.  If you do your own taxes check out the IRS site www.irs.gov/recovery  or type"American Opportunity Credit" in the search box after going to irs.gov.  

Washington DC Summer Jobs and Jobs for Graduates

I received an email with the information below.  After checking a couple of the links I thought it would be useful to those of you in the DC metropolitan area or willing to work in the area.  Good luck.

Search for more Federal jobs at: USAJOBS.gov or the links below.  Note some of the titles.  All opportunities appear to be reached through the same link.

Agency Name: Department Of Justice
Job Location: Washington DC , DC
Job Title: Office Clerk (Student Temporary Employment Program)
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=82692047

Agency Name: Department Of Defense
Job Location: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Job Title: The DIA Cooperative Education Program

http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=82437847

Agency Name: Department Of Justice
Job Location: Washington
Job Title: Clerk (Student Aide)
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob..aspx?jobid=80482903
Job Location: Washington DC Metro Area

Job Title: 2010 Summer Honors Law Program-1L
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=85145768

Job Location: Washington DC Metro Area

Job Title: Summer Honors College Program 2010

http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=85187020

Job Location: Washington DC Metro Area

Job Title: 2010 Summer Honors Business Program
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=85146992

Agency Name: Department Of Commerce
Job Location: Washington DC Metro Area

Job Title: Student Volunteer

http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=78809982

Agency Name: Department Of Agriculture
Job Location: Washington DC Metro Area
Job Title: Agricultural Marketing Assistant, GS-1199-4/7
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=85300630

Agency Name: Department Of Agriculture
Job Location: Washington DC Metro Area
Job Title: Public Affairs Assistant, GS-1099, 4/7
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=85300472

Agency Name: Department Of Agriculture

Job Location: Washington DC Metro Area

Job Title: International Trade Assistant, GS-0303-4/7
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=85300593

Agency Name: Department Of The Navy
Job Location: Washington
Job Title: OFFICE AUTOMATION CLERK
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=85083411

Agency Name: Department Of The Navy
Job Location: Washington
Job Title: ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=84990291

Agency Name: Department Of Health And Human Services
Job Location: Rockville , Maryland
Job Title: Student Temporary Employment Program (Clerk/Office Automation
Clerk)
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=79301810

Agency Name: Judicial Branch
Job Location: Washington DC Metro Area
Job Title: Volunteer Student Intern Program
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=85067146

Job Location: Washington
Job Title: Student Intern
http://jobview.studentjobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=84937286

Agency Name: Department Of Housing And Urban Development
Job Location: Washington DC Metro Area
Job Title: Management Support Clerk (OA)
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=85269357

Maximize your Educational Talent

Last night I had the privilege of addressing he Anne Arundel Community College Educational Talent Search program students, parents and staff last night in Glen Burnie Maryland.  GREAT GROUP of people.  Our future looks good!  Support and connect with your local Trio Program.

Trio Progams help students who are either first generation college graduates, meet financial need levels or meet other special conditions to finish high school, attend and graduate from college and even attend graduate school (Image from greeting card by my daughter Chelsea). Services can include tutoring, career advising, college and graduate school information and application assistance. 

There are specific programs based on your age and needs.  Programs services are provided in communities, in high schools and in colleges.  For a Trio Program in your area or more information leave a comment below or at http://www.motivision.net/page3.html where you can sign up for my enewsletter. 

IT Students Note - If you are in the DC Area and in College

Majoring in Information Technology or a related field?  Well thanks goes out to Sheran Jackson on facebook for this tidbit.  http://www.zippyjobs.com/ may have a job or internship for you.  I hadn't heard of it so hear is another instance where one can see the value of having a network.  Connection.  Relationships that's what it's all about. This is what they say "
Zippyjobs is the only local campus-based job site. Our focus is on helping you find part-time jobs, internships and quick cash opportunities while you’re still in college. It’s fast, free and easy."  Go to your Career Center and ask them to help you put your best foot forward.
Visit zippyjobs.com

College Credits Fast and Cheap

Remember the College Level Examination Program (CLEP)and earn credits just by passing exams.  For a list of courses you can visit http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/about.html or if you go to your college website and type clep in the search box.

If you have college credit and you have spent time in the work world you may be able to obtain Credit for Life Experience.  Contact the institution of interest and inquire. Compare what they tell to what institutions like the University Of Maryland University College have to offer (UMUC).  UMUC has positioned itself with the returning adult learner in mind offering online, evening and weekend courses in abundance if not entirely.  Now it is more convenient to get that degree if you really want it.  So, who wants it?