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Studies find that strong accent could affects hiring decision

Having an accent can influence a student's personal life and professional career in a number of ways. Recent research concerning accents, published in Scientific American and The North Texan Online websites indicates that in general, having an accent is not seen as a positive aspect when it comes to the applying to a job. Full story

Student publication gaining momentum; reaching out abroad

Baruch is home to many students run publications such as The Ticker, Encounter, and Dollars and Sense. And joining the ever-expanding rank now is Lexington Universal Circuit (LUC), a students run online journal that focuses on publishing academic articles on economics and political issues.

Alumnea’s non-profit helps impoverished children in Africa

‘Grantmakers for Effective Organizations', an affinity group consisting of 2,000 individual members representing 350 grant-making organizations, defines an effective nonprofit organization as one that has "the ability to fulfill its mission through a blend of sound management, strong governance, and a persistent rededication to achieving results. Full story