Chris Faires
Expertise: Art & Design
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Training: High School
Years of Experience: 1-5 Years
Latest Posts Written by Expert Chris Faires
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Written on July 9, 2011 by Chris Faires
It has always amazed me how much pressure college students are under to decide on an area of focus that will likely determine most of what they do for the rest of their life. While some students emerge from the womb knowing their life’s calling, there are many others who just can’t seem to decide on a major. This turns into semester after semester of wasted tuition as the student struggles to make up his or her mind. There are a few simple things you can do to speed up the process of picking your major. Continue reading →
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Category: Back To College, Category: How To, Category: Life
Tags: back to school tip, career tips, career training, college stress, professional development, time management, time savers
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Written on June 18, 2011 by Chris Faires
As technology allows us to manage almost every aspect of our lives via computers and smart phones, a negative trend has been developing. People, particularly college students, are becoming inseparably connected to computers. While computers are a necessary part of college and life, this habit is preventing us from developing traits and skills we need in the real world. Here are three suggestions that will help you end your love affair with your computer. Continue reading →
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Category: Category: How To
Tags: computer, exercise, healthy living, professional development, technology, time management
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Written on June 15, 2011 by Chris Faires
In grade school, the mere thought of summer school made me cringe, and I didn’t want anyone infringing on my right to a homework-free summer. But once I got to college, the game changed. As I saw thousands of students staying in school to take summer classes, I realized that they were on to something. There are many reasons why you should stick around the classroom come summertime. Continue reading →
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Category: Back To College, Category: Online College, Category: Online Education, On Campus
Tags: distance education, online classes, online college courses, online college education, online education, relationships
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Written on May 25, 2011 by Chris Faires
The development of smart phones has changed the way people communicate and manage their lives. It has also created a new platform for companies to take advantage of. While some companies focus on optimizing smart phones hardware, such as a faster chip or higher-definition screen, others strive to develop software for the device. Most software companies focus on creating new apps for smart phones. As mobile devices become more widely used, the revenues generated by the use of apps continues to grow. With a fresh idea and some background skills, you could be the creator of the next hot app. Continue reading →
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Category: Category: Art & Design, Category: Business, Category: Information Technology, Category: Software
Tags: computer
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Written on May 16, 2011 by Chris Faires
I have to admit that I am one of the many people who have gotten sucked into the iPad frenzy. I wasn’t always this way. I remember wondering why anyone would ever need an oversized phone/undersized computer like the iPad, but somehow I became a believer. If you are considering buying an iPad, make sure you know what you’re getting yourself into before making the investment. Here are some tips. Continue reading →
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Category: Category: Business, Category: Entertainment, Category: Information Technology
Tags: college finances, technology
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Written on April 29, 2011 by Chris Faires
I have learned over the course of my college career that almost more important than choosing a major is choosing a roommate. A college roommate is like the shoes you choose to run a marathon in. If it’s a good fit, you are bound for success and a sense of accomplishment at the end. If there is constant friction or the shoes are of low quality, you can expect pain and blisters the whole way. Continue reading →
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Category: Category: Life
Tags: dorm room, relationships, roommates, sleep, time management
