Are the liberal arts important?

I think so, but here's another person's opinion.  You can decide for yourself.

http://www.cnn.com/2011/OPINION/05/21/roth.liberal.education/index.html

The Current Job Market

Worthwhile reading on the current job market for college graduates.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/05/19/business/economy/19grads.html?_r=1&hp

Sewanee: The University of the South

Because it's so close to home, I think some students overlook Sewanee, but on a recent visit there, I was reminded just how outstanding this liberal arts college is.  Widely known for it's English department (you can now also earn a certificate in creative writing), Sewanee is also a wonderful place to study environmental and sustainability issues.  In fact, if you are interested in environmental biology or chemistry, environmental journalism, or the environment as it relates to the arts and humanities (you could take a course in geology and literature called "Walking the Land"), this would be a wonderful college for you to consider.  Also new is their Pre-Business program that allows you to earn a degree in the liberal arts with a business minor.  The Babson Center for Global Commere provides summer scholarships to leading business schools, support for business and social entrepreneuship internships, and support from a long line of Sewanee alumni and other business leaders.

From languages to theater to the natural resources to the Green House (a "green" dorm), we were very impressed with all that Sewanee has to offer.  And if you have been reading the news lately, you know that they have reduced their tuition for next year by ten percent!  We encourage you to consider the possibilities!

Top Ten Fastest Growing Jobs

Have you ever thought about being a physician's assistant or a home health aid? How about a biomedical engineer or a skin care specialist?  These are only a few of the fastest growing careers according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.  Most of the top ten jobs are in health care, financial services, or technology, but if you look beyond the top ten, there are some other possibilitites too.

http://www.bls.gov/emp/ep_table_103.htm

What's A Business Degree Worth?

The New York Times recently published an interesting article on business schools.  Check it out for yourself.

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/17/education/edlife/edl-17business-t.html?_r=1

Is a college loan a "good" debt?

With more and more students going into debt in order to attend the college of their choice, there is some debate over whether a student loan is a "good" debt or a bad one.

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/12/education/12college.html?_r=1&ref=education

The New Business of College Admissions

College admissions is always changing, but in some ways, it's getting harder and harder to predict the outcomes.  Here is a thoughful and thought-provoking summary of some of the ways the admissions world is different than it used to be.

http://www.examiner.com/college-admissions-in-washington-dc/the-new-business-of-college-admissions