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Chechnya – Could a Nation’s Conflict Inspire Terrorism?
April 22, 2013
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Homeland Security
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On April 15, two terrorists planted bombs that killed three people and injured 170 during the Boston Marathon. A subsequent rapid investigation led to two suspects, the brothers Tamerlan and Dzhokhar Tsarnayev. Tamerlan Tsarnayev (26) was killed in a shootout with police on April 18, and his brother Dzhokhar (19), after an intensive region-wide manhunt, was finally arrested on April 20. Both brothers are also suspected of shooting and killing a Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) campus police officer on April 18.
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Quiz - How is a Cover Letter Like a Bad Handshake?
April 19, 2013
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Career Advice
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Handshakes are another form of introduction, so think of your cover letter as handshake. While you may think you’re offering a warm handshake, your cover letter actually could be strong-arming you out of a job. Take this quiz to find out what type of handshake your cover letter is most associated with and the impression it’s giving to potential employers.
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Colorado’s Preparedness in Homeland Safety
April 18, 2013
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Homeland Security
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The words “homeland security” likely bring to mind the tragic events of 9/11, an event engrained in our history and one that prompted the creation of the national Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Now the idea of homeland security, and those who are tasked with ensuring it, is dramatized in portrayals on TV shows and movies like Homeland and Zero Dark Thirty.
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Possible Attackers at Boston Marathon
April 17, 2013
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Homeland Security
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The FBI has several unexploded devices in hand, and my bet is they will have a pretty good line on the origin of the attack very soon. Bomb makers have unique styles, almost like fingerprints. In fact, the FBI may find finger prints inside. But we don’t have that evidence right now.
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3 Career Lessons from Batman
April 16, 2013
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Career Advice
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If a man in a bat suit walked up to you, you’d probably laugh - no matter how intimidating the suit. In comic books, on television and in movies, though, when Bruce Wayne arrives in his bat suit, criminals run in fear. Why is that? Batman has a superior reputation, and as a job candidate, you should too.
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Modern Day Odyssey – In Search of a Good Mentor
April 15, 2013
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Career Advice, Student Success
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The word ‘mentor’ is derived from the named character in Homer’s epic tale “The Odyssey.” Trusted friend of Odysseus, the king of Ithaca, Mentor also served as friend and counsel to Odysseus' son while Odysseus was away fighting in the Trojan War. Similarly, a current-day mentor guides a lesser experienced person through challenges they’re likely to face. The most effective mentor understands his or her role as a dependable, engaged and authentic adviser tuned into the needs of the mentee.
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This Week's Top 5 Blogs
April 12, 2013
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General
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From tips for creating your personal brand to the importance of patient privacy in the age of social media, here is a sampling of this week's top blogs.
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How to Finance a Startup
April 11, 2013
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Business and Management
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Entrepreneurial financing might be one of the most difficult and intimidating aspects of business ownership. While entrepreneurs are filled with innovative ideas and passion, they’re often starving for the capital to jumpstart and grow their business.
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Twitter: Give Flight to Your Personal Brand
April 10, 2013
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Career Advice
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Looking to build your reputation as a leader in your field? Twitter comes in handy for students and professionals wanting to build their personal brand online. It’s critical to begin exploring and building your brand now. Find out how your Twitter skills can enhance your professional future and help your personal brand take flight.
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Is Patient Privacy Possible in the Social Age?
April 9, 2013
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Health Sciences
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Within the health care industry, there’s much discussion about providers marketing themselves through social media. There is question of whether current information confidentiality policies are adequate in protecting patient health information. Facebook and Twitter have proven to be effective tools in reaching untapped patient markets, and the trend toward marketing health care services through such networks will continue to increase.
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