Benefits of Online Tutor Jobs

Benefits of Online Tutor JobsOnline tutoring jobs are not a new phenomenon, in fact they have been around for many years. The reason for this is that it is so easy to get them and the amount of choice that there is makes it easier to find the jobs that you want. The bottom line is that online tutoring is becoming more popular every day and some people are turning to these jobs as a means of income.Although online tutor jobs are not new, it is estimated that there are approximately 6 million of them in the UK alone, which is amazing considering that it is such a relatively small market. Online tutoring can be very lucrative and offers great flexibility as the tasks that are available to the tutor vary. This is because there are so many opportunities that you can use to ensure that you are getting the best job possible.It is always helpful to think about what it is that you would like to do with your chosen career when you are looking at online tutor jobs. If you have always wanted to be a nurse, then this is something that is perfect for you. This will give you the opportunity to work full time but most likely you will be able to choose how you would like to work. You will have the flexibility to work a variety of hours and usually this will be suitable for you as long as you are happy.A nursing career is often considered as a teaching profession and this is why there are so many opportunities when you take a job in this profession. Being a nurse gives you the chance to work from home and this is the main attraction of this career. You do not have to worry about how you will pay your bills or if you will be able to take time off from work as long as you love what you do.One of the best advantages that one gets when they decide to become an online tutor is that they have the opportunity to work from home. This can be very important as you do not have to worry about commuting and you can often take your lunch break at work, if you so wish. Some schools even provid e your own transport and all you have to do is keep yourself fit and healthy!The other great thing about being an online tutor is that you do not have to worry about paying for uniforms or food. You have the flexibility to eat out in restaurants but this is something that you have to be careful with, as it is important that you are eating healthily.As you can see, there are many different types of online tutor jobs available. You can choose to be a teacher, nurse, administrator, financial planner, research assistant, or whatever you want to be. This is something that has enabled people to turn their lives around and it is really up to you to make the choice that you feel is best for you.

Facebook Plugin Could Change the Way You Read News

Facebook Plugin Could Change the Way You Read News stocksnap.io De, a student at the University of Massachusetts, attended a hackathon at Princeton University this week. The prompt? Develop a technology project in a time period of 36 hours. She also suggested that her teammates build an algorithm that would authenticate real vs fake on Facebook. And she and her team did it. De, Anant Goel (Purdue University), Mark Craft and Qinglin Chen (University of Illinois) created an extension in a Chrome browser that will tag links in Facebook with “verified” or “not verified.” This is done by considering factors such as “the source’s credibility and cross-checking the content with other news stories.” And if a link isn’t verified? The plugin also provides a summary of credible information on the same topic, to help clarify what the actual news is. And of course, it has a fantastic name: FiB. And because the students are still in school and only had a little over a day to create this plugin, they’ve released this as an “open-source project.” This means that it can be improved by anyone with the experience to do so. And the plugin is available for the masses, but they can’t meet the high demand on their own. So FiB isn’t currently up and running for everyone to use. But the idea is there, and the content is sure to follow quickly, especially with this type of demand. According to Goel, the idea is that Facebook would eventually work with third-party developers to manage news articles on the site themselves. The Princeton hackathon was sponsored by Facebook, as well as other tech vendors, but hasn’t reported reaching out to FiB to help in any way. Same goes for Google, who has been having the same problems. However, both companies have stated that they are going to “take steps” to fix the problem at hand. But the problem is a big one, and it’s only getting worse for the time being. According to BuzzFeed News, over 100 sites made up pro-Trump content (which was traced to Macedonia). In a Washington Post interview of Paul Horner, a fake-news creator, he stated, “I think Trump is in the White House because of me. His followers don’t fact-check anything they’ll post everything, believe anything.” And Melissa Zimdars, professor at Merrimack College in MA, also says she’s seen this problem when her students go to site references for essays. She made the following list, which has gone viral, as a warning to students looking at fake news sites: •Watch out if known/reputable news sites are not also reporting on the story. Sometimes lack of coverage is the result of corporate media bias and other factors, but there should typically be more than one source reporting on a topic or event. •If the story makes you REALLY ANGRY it’s probably a good idea to keep reading about the topic via other sources to make sure the story you read wasn’t purposefully trying to make you angry (with potentially misleading or false information) in order to generate shares and ad revenue. She also stated that it doesn’t help when news media uses click-bait headlines and that it’s nearly impossible to distinguish these from fake stories. There’s also the issue of whether or not people even know they’re sharing fake links. According to Paul Mihailidis, teacher at Emerson College: “I don’t think a lot of people didn’t know; I think they didn’t care. They saw it as a way to advocate. The more they could spread rumors, or could advocate for their value system or candidate, that took precedent over them not knowing. A large portion of them didn’t stop to critique the information. One of the things that has happened is people are scrolling through [Facebook] and the notion of deep reading is being replaced by deep monitoring. They see a catchy headline, and the default is to share.” However, this isn’t the only problem. There’s also the fact that people scrolling through their news feed on a social media site aren’t necessarily looking to fact-check, which means they aren’t looking up stories to verify whether or not they’re true. So in this way, the plugin is a perfect solution. According to De: “A few days back, I read an article telling people they can drill a jack in the iPhone7 and have an earphone plug, and people started doing it and ruining their phones. We know we can search on Google and research it, but if you have five minutes and you’re just scrolling through Facebook, you don’t have time to go verify it.”

Uloop Morning Scoop This College Has a Required Class on Patriotism

Uloop Morning Scoop This College Has a Required Class on Patriotism via Pixabay In a distinctly smelly story in the New York Times this week, reporter Anne Barnard examines the situation in Lebanon, where there are plenty of dogs and with dogs comes dog poop but very few people who are willing to pick it up. Beruit resident  Jad Nawfal told Barnard, To Lebanese people, he said, wrinkling his nose, it’s kind of embarrassing to pick up poop. How about picking their way past dog feces on the streets? If it is not on their personal property, he said, They just don’t care. Read the whole stinky story here. GRAMBLING STATE KILLER STILL ON THE LOOSE Two people, including one student, were shot and killed at Grambling State on Wednesday. (Image: YouTube/CNN) Two men were fatally shot on the campus of Grambling State University in Louisiana early Wednesday morning and the shooter has yet to be found. “Grambling State University Director of University Communications Will Sutton said the victims were Earl Andrews, a senior at GSU, and Monquiarious Caldwell, who was not a student. Both men were 23 years old and from Farmerville, Louisiana,”  according to a report from ABC News.   The Washington Post  reports  that the murders  have “shaken the campus, a small community of 5,188 mostly black students, where the loss of a student is ‘truly a loss of a member of a family,’ said Richard J. Gallot Jr., the university’s president. The shooting occurred during Homecoming Week, when the school,  in the city of Grambling, sees a spike in visitors.” Thursday, here we come.   And remember, you can use Uloop to find a part time job on your campus, connect with a tutor  or get a head start on housing for next year.   And dont forget, if youre into that email thing: Enter your email below to get the Morning Mix as a daily email: Please enter Email

Self-learning and Determination Has Helped This Boy Scout Overcome Challenges

Self-learning and Determination Has Helped This Boy Scout Overcome Challenges Self-learning and Determination Has Helped This Boy Scout Overcome Challenges Ryan, 13-years-old, Math Level L, Reading Program Completer For over 100 years, The Boy Scouts of America has aimed to foster the youth of America by developing responsible citizens through outdoor activities, educational programs, philanthropic work, and career-orientated programs. The scouting method instills the values of trustworthiness, good citizenship, and outdoor skills in every scout. To advance in ranking, scouts must follow the scouting method which encourages members for continuous involvement and commitment â€" in order to grow in self-reliance and the ability to help others. For Ryan, he found that he was able to use many of the valuable skills he acquired from Kumon, such as self-learning, in scouting. In the advancement of ranking, he has seen many of the challenges as learning opportunities just like advancing through each level of Kumon. Three years ago, Ryan began his Kumon journey and has since made remarkable strides. Currently, he’s studying the introduction of calculus and working on concepts like basic differentiation and integration in the Kumon Math Program. Committed to reaching a goal, Ryan persevered and completed the Kumon Reading Program in under three years. Before even entering high school, he now has a solid grasp on literature, having already analyzed notable literary works such as William Golding’s Lord of the Flies and Arthur Miller’s play, Death of a Salesman. Ryan’s academic edge has set him apart from his peers and paved the way for continued academic success. He credits Kumon for gaining a sense of independence and being able to work through any challenge whether it’s in school, boy scouts, or sports. “Kumon has helped me outside of the classroom in many different ways,” said Ryan. “Whether I am in boy scouts when I am learning a new skill for a new merit badge, or practicing my shooting skills in soccer, I have learned to persevere even when it becomes challenging. Like in Kumon, I learned that repetition and practice have helped me master skills.” In scouts, Ryan has found great joy in outdoor activities such as camping and receiving new merit badges. When he’s not on his next camping trip, Ryan is embracing his talents as a musician. Two years ago, Ryan began playing the cello and already has reached monumental moments early in his career. He is proud to say that he passed through the rigorous audition process to have a seat in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association’s Junior District 12 Orchestra. The top middle school-aged musicians from the audition are selected within the district to play with this prestigious orchestra. The musicians are judged on sight reading skills like harmonic structure, rhythm, and style. Ryan’s advanced math skills were noticed by his teachers in school â€" resulting in him being selected in sixth grade to represent his school at the MATHCOUNTS Competition. This non-profit organization prides themselves on making math fun and getting students to overcome any fear they have of it. In their competition, the brightest students from across the country come together to compete in a unique competition series â€" challenging students to further build their problem-solving skills. Ryan’s drive and desire to help others will help him reach his goal of one day becoming a doctor. “When I grow up, I want to be a doctor because I want to help people,” said Ryan. “I always find joy in talking to people and finding out what kinds of interests they have. I have always wanted to help people, and I feel that seeing a smile on someone’s face is always worth it.” Ryan’s hard work and discipline didn’t go unnoticed, as he was one of 55 students selected to attend the 2018 Kumon Student Conference in Calgary, Canada. We had the opportunity to speak to Ryan about his Kumon journey. How has Kumon helped you academically? Ryan shakes hands with Kumon North America President Mino Tanabe Kumon has helped me in a lot of ways academically. I have improved on self-learning, time management, math skills, and reading comprehension. When it comes to self-learning, some of the electives I take in school require me to figure things out on my own. I feel that because of Kumon, I was prepared for this class and what I must do. For time management, I have learned how to better balance my extracurricular activities and school work. In school I feel that I can quickly understand concepts that are being taught, having already worked through it in Kumon. If you could sum up your Kumon experience in one word, what would it be? Unforgettable. What did it mean to you attending the Student Conference? Attending the Student Conference gave me an opportunity to meet other students across North America and learn from them. What advice do you have for other Kumon Students? My advice would be to never give up no matter what. Even though you may not enjoy it or find it challenging, it will make such a positive impact on your future. There are limitless ways that Kumon can benefit you, and you will end up thanking yourself when you look back at your journey. Discover even more student success stories. You might also be interested in: Advancing Beyond Grade Level Helped this Student Become a Member of the National Elementary Honor Society Award Winning Student Conquers All Challenges Discover How This Student Learned to Love New Challenges This Young Kumon Student Learned To Love New Challenges in Math Self-learning and Determination Has Helped This Boy Scout Overcome Challenges Self-learning and Determination Has Helped This Boy Scout Overcome Challenges Ryan, 13-years-old, Math Level L, Reading Program Completer For over 100 years, The Boy Scouts of America has aimed to foster the youth of America by developing responsible citizens through outdoor activities, educational programs, philanthropic work, and career-orientated programs. The scouting method instills the values of trustworthiness, good citizenship, and outdoor skills in every scout. To advance in ranking, scouts must follow the scouting method which encourages members for continuous involvement and commitment â€" in order to grow in self-reliance and the ability to help others. For Ryan, he found that he was able to use many of the valuable skills he acquired from Kumon, such as self-learning, in scouting. In the advancement of ranking, he has seen many of the challenges as learning opportunities just like advancing through each level of Kumon. Three years ago, Ryan began his Kumon journey and has since made remarkable strides. Currently, he’s studying the introduction of calculus and working on concepts like basic differentiation and integration in the Kumon Math Program. Committed to reaching a goal, Ryan persevered and completed the Kumon Reading Program in under three years. Before even entering high school, he now has a solid grasp on literature, having already analyzed notable literary works such as William Golding’s Lord of the Flies and Arthur Miller’s play, Death of a Salesman. Ryan’s academic edge has set him apart from his peers and paved the way for continued academic success. He credits Kumon for gaining a sense of independence and being able to work through any challenge whether it’s in school, boy scouts, or sports. “Kumon has helped me outside of the classroom in many different ways,” said Ryan. “Whether I am in boy scouts when I am learning a new skill for a new merit badge, or practicing my shooting skills in soccer, I have learned to persevere even when it becomes challenging. Like in Kumon, I learned that repetition and practice have helped me master skills.” In scouts, Ryan has found great joy in outdoor activities such as camping and receiving new merit badges. When he’s not on his next camping trip, Ryan is embracing his talents as a musician. Two years ago, Ryan began playing the cello and already has reached monumental moments early in his career. He is proud to say that he passed through the rigorous audition process to have a seat in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association’s Junior District 12 Orchestra. The top middle school-aged musicians from the audition are selected within the district to play with this prestigious orchestra. The musicians are judged on sight reading skills like harmonic structure, rhythm, and style. Ryan’s advanced math skills were noticed by his teachers in school â€" resulting in him being selected in sixth grade to represent his school at the MATHCOUNTS Competition. This non-profit organization prides themselves on making math fun and getting students to overcome any fear they have of it. In their competition, the brightest students from across the country come together to compete in a unique competition series â€" challenging students to further build their problem-solving skills. Ryan’s drive and desire to help others will help him reach his goal of one day becoming a doctor. “When I grow up, I want to be a doctor because I want to help people,” said Ryan. “I always find joy in talking to people and finding out what kinds of interests they have. I have always wanted to help people, and I feel that seeing a smile on someone’s face is always worth it.” Ryan’s hard work and discipline didn’t go unnoticed, as he was one of 55 students selected to attend the 2018 Kumon Student Conference in Calgary, Canada. We had the opportunity to speak to Ryan about his Kumon journey. How has Kumon helped you academically? Ryan shakes hands with Kumon North America President Mino Tanabe Kumon has helped me in a lot of ways academically. I have improved on self-learning, time management, math skills, and reading comprehension. When it comes to self-learning, some of the electives I take in school require me to figure things out on my own. I feel that because of Kumon, I was prepared for this class and what I must do. For time management, I have learned how to better balance my extracurricular activities and school work. In school I feel that I can quickly understand concepts that are being taught, having already worked through it in Kumon. If you could sum up your Kumon experience in one word, what would it be? Unforgettable. What did it mean to you attending the Student Conference? Attending the Student Conference gave me an opportunity to meet other students across North America and learn from them. What advice do you have for other Kumon Students? My advice would be to never give up no matter what. Even though you may not enjoy it or find it challenging, it will make such a positive impact on your future. There are limitless ways that Kumon can benefit you, and you will end up thanking yourself when you look back at your journey. Discover even more student success stories. You might also be interested in: Advancing Beyond Grade Level Helped this Student Become a Member of the National Elementary Honor Society Award Winning Student Conquers All Challenges Discover How This Student Learned to Love New Challenges This Young Kumon Student Learned To Love New Challenges in Math

Funbased Learning Com Chemistry Chembalancer

Funbased Learning Com Chemistry ChembalancerFunbased Learning Com Chemistry Chembalancer is the only one which uses the wide array of applications for learning online. There are very many students in the world who have to complete their college education using different ways as these applications and also they have to get suitable jobs in such a time-bound manner.Chemistry is just one such application that uses the application of various graphic design tools as the source of a good and new development in the education arena. The need for this tool is very much apparent and ever growing in the market because of the continuous improvement in the field of science. People all around the world are now using the applications in order to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding.The applications are even available on mobile devices and the technology has brought about new opportunities for the students who had never thought of doing any application on their mobile device. They do no t have to pay much for the gadgets which have something for them. So the system has become very much popular and there are lots of applications that are used by the students for college level.When we speak about unbiased learning com chemistry chembalancer, we understand that the chemistry application is the most useful one when it comes to college level education. The entire process of testing, marking, quizzing and grading are given to us in such a manner that it can be understood by us without any difficulty.When we study chemistry, the process of chemical analysis plays a very important role and it helps us to understand the chemistry and its properties. The application of the application is something that can be used even by children in order to learn a bit more about the subject. However, they are taught how to use the software in such a way that they can understand how to get information from the use of their mobile devices.The main objective of using the applications is to l earn by the use of visuals and the process of understanding is very much possible by means of the visual learner. There are some drawbacks in using the application as the subject is not so easy and is not very much suited to the visual learner.However, the applications of chemistry can be used by all and it is very much helpful for students of all ages. It is very much necessary that the application is used as a part of the college-level education. The application can be found in many places and the websites can be accessed through the Internet.

How to Get a Good Fetish Therapy Tutor For Your Home Business

How to Get a Good Fetish Therapy Tutor For Your Home BusinessIt is a very common type of employment out there, and this is a Fetish Therapy tutor which are something that you can make money with. The most important thing you have to keep in mind is that the person who has the fetish for this is the most important part of your job.There are people who get into this job with the intention of making some extra money but you need to remember that it is a job for yourself, not just another job. You need to be able to find ways of getting the money that you need by being willing to do this kind of work. For example if you are looking to start your own business, how would you ever get people to pay you for your work?In this article we will discuss about the Fetish Therapy Tutor that you can apply for this work. I will let you know how you can find out more about this work and how you can apply for it. I will also let you know that in order to apply you must first get to know a girl who is i nto this fetish.This is so important as it will help you know what to look for in girls that you want to make in your house and for your customers. This will let you know if she is the right girl or not, because you do not want to put the wrong girls in your house.For instance if you find that she is into the BDSM work that is into feet that are wearing restraints and that are blindfolded and that are locked up and that is being humiliated. These are all things that you can find in a good girl, but the important thing here is that you do not just look at her fetish, you need to find out what she looks like from her personality. You do not want to pick a girl just because she is into BDSM work.This will help you know the kind of girl that you are dealing with and what her character is. You will be able to make the right choice when it comes to the type of girl that you want to be with and the kind of work that you want to give her.The best way of finding out what the good opportuniti es are is to talk to girls that are into this kind of work and see what they say about it. The answer to this is in their profiles, as you will be able to read their profile and see what they have to say about it.

How to Adjust to Dorm Life

How to Adjust to Dorm Life There are many rites of passage every college freshman goes through one of the most famous being living in the dorms. Most (very close to all) universities require freshmen to live in dorms; but even if they dont, it is strongly advised that you do so anyway. Although R.A.s watching over you in extremely close-quarters may seem unappealing and freedom-killing at first, there are many other factors to dorm life that really do make it the ideal living situation for your first year away at school. Its a great environment to sky-rocket your social life and also gives you the perks of living on your own while still sheltering you from certain real-world responsibilities (paying bills, cleaning bathrooms, etc.). Successfully adapting to dorm life is a big adjustment that cannot be underestimated, however. After all, it is extremely different from any other living situation youve ever had and probably ever will have. So, here are some important tips to take note of before moving into your new residence. Understand Your Roommate: Dorm roommates honestly require an entirely different discussion of their own, but to put it in basic terms give your roommate a chance. Whether youve set things up to live with your best friend from high school, selected a random roommate, or met this person through your colleges Facebook group, this is probably your first experience living with somebody other than your family and therefore is completely new territory. Even if you really like the person beforehand, living with them can be a different experience. With that being said, it is crucial that you adequately get to know your roommate initially and have an open mind about them. Try to push any preconceived judgments out of your mind, and allow yourself time to discover what this person is really like. Do they stay up late into the night? Are they morning people? Are they extremely private or do they like to be in your face all the time? Are they messy or clean? There are endless aspects of a person s living habits that you need to recognize in order to co-exist with them contently. Also, communicate with them; they deserve to learn about you as well. You may be lucky and not be bothered be each others habits, you may differ in habits but find easy mediums to work with, or you might find these differences intolerable and need to take further action. Whatever the outcome, it is just important that you figure it out as quickly as possible so you can spend your school year living comfortably. Adjust to the minimal space: One of the hardest things to adjust to regarding dorm life is certainly the lack of wide-open space. In essence, you will be sharing an abnormally small room that feels even too small for just yourself, with another person. This will seem inevitably frustrating, but you will surprisingly get used to it. You will make things a lot easier on yourself, however, if you organize. This means making sure that your furniture and other various items are placed in ways that give you more leg room rather than limiting it further. Also, decorating can do wonders for improving the overall feel. A cozy rug or bright lamp can make the place a lot more homey and distract you from its less than favorable space constraints. Overall, if you make the room a comfortable place that you enjoy the atmosphere of, you will appreciate its collegiate feel and find yourself thinking/worrying less about its size. More importantly, dont be a hermit. Remember to get out and experience l ife outside those walls all over campus. The more time you spend away from your room, the more youll appreciate its reassuring vibe when you return to it. Get to Know Your Floor: This ties back to the social aspect of dorm life. You will be living on a floor with several other students, all of whom are living in cracker box-sized rooms as well and have the same concerns, fears, and excitement about college. One of the biggest mistakes you could make is cutting yourself off from these people. When in youre in your room, leave your door open occasionally. This is an extremely common tactic in dorms to show you are open to neighbors stopping by to hang out. Its an open invitation that says Id love to meet and get to know you guys without actually having to put yourself out there and say it. Your floormates will inevitably be doing this as well, so make sure you take a stroll down the hall every now and then as well to say hello. Plus, your R.A. will typically plan various floor activities, meetings, outings, etc. These are even better ways to meet your neighbors, especially if youre too shy to practice the literal open-door policy. Even i f youre best friends with your roommate or have gone Greek and created a social circle already, you should still get to know your floormates. This is one of the easiest opportunities youll ever have to make friends, and youll be happy to have friends in such close proximity when youre out of Easy Mac at 1 A.M. or lonely with no plans one weekend. There will always be someone down the hall to help you out; embrace that. Dont Write Off Your R.A.: That older student living on your floor with the sign Resident Advisor on their door is a fantastic resource that you should not overlook. R.A.s are specifically there to offer you guidance, be a mentor, talk you through whatever issues you may be having. Although you may want to act tough and claim youre never homesick, have no academic struggles, and got the college social life nailed down you're bound to have weak points; everybody does. Every student has those moments when theyre emotionally worn down from the stress college induces, and its okay to consult your R.A. Dont be shy about it or hesitant just because it may not seem like the cool thing to do. R.A.s wouldnt have a job if students didnt truly need them at times, so at least stop by in the beginning of the year to personally say hello and get to know them a little bit. Your R.A. will typically begin the year with a big get-to-know-you meeting with the entire floor to get this done - do not skip that, by the way but you should still visit them on your own at some point. If anything, youve made another connection.

A Student Review of Harvard University

A Student Review of Harvard University The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach theyre sharing their college experiences as well. Lauren graduated from Harvard University in 2013 where she earned a Bachelors degree in Anthropology. She currently tutors several subjects in Washington D.C., specializing inAP U.S. History tutoring, French tutoring, and Essay Editing tutoring. Check out her review of Harvard University: VT: Describe the campus setting and transportation options.How urban or safe is the campus?Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Lauren: The campus is embedded in the historical city of Cambridge, just across the Charles River from Boston. You have easy access to the Boston subway and bus system, but Cambridge and the campus itself are extremely walkable with many bike paths. I love that Cambridge has all the excitement and entertainment of city life, but that it retains the charm and history that makes it special. VT: How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Lauren: While professors are a little busier, they constantly offer scheduled office hours, and they are eager to talk with students. They are so pleased when a student conveys special interest in their teaching, so do not hesitate to sign up for a meeting! Advisers and teaching assistants make every effort to be available whenever you need them, and they are very approachable and passionate about helping you succeed. VT: How would you describe the dorm life rooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Lauren: Dorm life is unique at Harvard in that all the freshmen live in Harvard Yard, the heart of campus and Cambridge. They are then sorted into houses at the end of their first year, in which they reside for sophomore year onward. It is a lot like Harry Potter in that there is a lot of house pride (and friendly competition with other houses), but you get to choose who you will live with! All freshmen eat together in Annenberg dining hall, but every house has its own dining hall, so everyone gets to know each other and to help foster house spirit. You are free to dine in any hall you like, so your community can be as large or small as you want! There are endless opportunities to meet others through study breaks, campus groups, intramural sportsyou name it! VT: Which majors/programs are best represented and supported?What did you study and why? Did the university do a good job supporting your particular area of study? Lauren: I can honestly say that all academic programs are thoroughly represented and supported. I studied anthropology because I have always been interested in why and how we divide into our social groups and settings, and anthropology encourages an intimate, participant observation of the interactions that shape our cultural lives. I felt extremely supported and constantly motivated to pursue innovative and rigorous academic pursuits. VT: How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Lauren: There is not a whole lot of Greek life, though I chose to join a sorority. I found it easy to make friends due to the huge variety of interests represented on campus. There are over 400 official student groups, teams, and clubs (and that is just the official ones!), so you are bound to find people who share your passions. VT: How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services?Do many reputable companies recruit on campus? Lauren: The Career Center is very helpful if you take the time to make your goals and interests clear to them. Hundreds of companies recruit every year on campus, from large investment banks and consulting firms to non-profits and graduate schools. VT: How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Are they over-crowded, easily available, spacious? Lauren:Harvard unfortunately lacks a student union, but there are ample libraries of all sizes and resources scattered around campus. It is easy to find somewhere that suits your study style, whether that is dead silence or light chatter, bright lights or subtle ambiance, or even comfortable leather couches or large, sturdy tables. VT: Describe the surrounding town. What kinds of outside establishments / things to do are there that make it fun, boring, or somewhere in between?To what extent do students go to the downtown area of the city versus staying near campus? Lauren: Harvard Square is a lot of fun, with plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops to keep you busy. But after a while, you may become bored of the same activities and feel trapped in a bubble. That is what Boston is for! It is so close and easy to get to, and too many students forget about it. There is also more to Cambridge than Harvard Squarejust hop on the subway and you are one stop away from a different world! VT: How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Lauren: The undergraduate student body is roughly 7,000 people, so it is a medium-sized school. I was pleased that most of my classes were small seminars, which is true of most majors/fields of study. The largest classes are your introductory lectures, such as economics or math, but taking those is entirely dependent on your academic path. VT: Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Lauren: I loved writing my senior thesis with my favorite professor as my adviser and mentor. I got so much one-on-one time, and I was able to truly pick his brain, as well as get to know him as the awesome person he is. I am exceedingly proud of my thesis because I was so dedicated, and my professor made the experience of researching and writing over 100 pages fun! It taught me to believe in my abilities and never shy away from a daunting task, especially when you have the help of someone who truly wants you to succeed. Check out Laurens tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Nucleus

Nucleus Nucleus: Nucleus in biology can be very well defined as a dense organelle present in most eukaryotic cells, typically a single rounded structure bounded by a double membrane, containing the genetic material. Nucleus can also be defined as a specialized, usually spherical mass of protoplasm encased in a double membrane, and found in most living eukaryotic cells, directing their growth, metabolism, and reproduction, and functioning in the transmission of genic characters. What is a Nucleus ? The nucleus is the controlling center of eukaryotic cell. It contains most of the genetic materials of the cell. It was first observed by Antonie von Leeuvenhoek in the lumen of RBCs and was named in the year 1833 by Robert brown who discovered it in plant cells. Structure of Nucleus: Nuclear Envelope: The nuclear envelope consists of two concentric membranes called the inner and outer membranes. The outer membrane is continuous with ER. In contrast the inner membrane carries unique proteins that are specific to the nucleus. A network of intermediate filaments present on the nuclear side of the inner membrane is known as nuclear lamina which is made up of lamin proteins providing mechanical support to the nucleus. Nuclear pores: The nuclear envelope contains nuclear pores for transport of macromolecules between cytoplasm and nucleus. Each nuclear pore is formed from an elaborate structure called nuclear pore complex. The proteins that make up the nuclear pore complex are known as nucleoporins. Nucleolar-organizing region (NORs): The nucleolus organizing region is a region of chromosome around which the nucleolus forms. In the human, the five chromosomes contain NORs, which can be identified as secondary constrictions on metaphase chromosomes. The position of secondary constriction in a chromosome is specific and species specific. As compared to secondary constrictions, the primary constrictions also called as centromere, attaches sister chromatids together. Chromosomes and chromatin: A chromatin is an organized structure of DNA and protein that is found in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. It contains a single dsDNA in coiled and condensed form. The basic difference between chromatin and chromosomes is that chromatin is less condensed and extended DNA while chromosomes are highly condensed DNA. The extent of chromatin condensation varies during the life cycle of the cell. In non-dividing as well as interphase stages of cell, most of the chromatin remain relatively de-condensed. The light staining, less condensed portions of chromatin are termed as euchromatin. This region is transcriptionally active and contains most of the transcribing genes. The darkly stained and highly condensed region of chromatin is termed as heterochromatin. This region is transcriptionally inactive. img alt=chromosomes and chromatin data-cke-saved-src=http://images.tutorpace.com/biology/nucleus_5.jpg src=http://images.tutorpace.com/biology/nucleus_5.jpg 518px;= height:= 254px;= Centromere: The constricted region of linear chromosomes is known as the centromere. Although this constriction is called the centromere, it is usually not located exactly in the center of the chromosome and, in some cases, is located almost at the chromosomes end. Telomere: Telomeres are specialized structures, which cap the ends of eukaryotic chromosomes. It consists of a long array of short, tandemly repeated sequences. Origin of Replication: The origin of replication is a particular sequence in a chromosome at which replication is initiated. One chromosome contains multiple origins of replication. Chromosome number: All eukaryotic cells have multiple linear chromosomes. Every cell maintains a characteristic number of chromosomes. Depending upon the eukaryotic organism, the number of chromosomes varies from 2 to several hundreds. Chromosome number in different eukaryotic organisms: Species Haploid number of chromosomes Saccharomyces cerevisiae 16 Arabidopsis thaliana 06 Drosophila thaliana 04 Mus musculus 19 +X and Y Homo sapiens 22 + X and Y Functions of Nucleus: It is the prime control center of cellular activities. It controls the enzymatic activities. It controls the process of synthesizing proteins. It regulates the hereditary characteristics of an individual It participates in the process of cell division, differentiation and growth of cell. It controls the reliability of genes and its expression. Helps in the transport of RNA and DNA across the cell. Nucleolus is called ribosomal factory of the cell. Transcription takes place in nucleus.