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Q: How do I get noticed by good college baseball programs?
I am a sophomore at Christian Brothers Academy and we are one of the premier baseball programs in NJ. I am a RHP and throw about 77-79 mph, and have a good slider and change-up. Also, I hope to play varsity this year. Also, I am working hard and hope to reach around the upper 80s to low 90s by junior year. My question is... other than showcases, what are the ways that I can get noticed by D1 college programs?

A: Show YOUR interest in the colleges you would like to attend. fill out recruiting forms on their website, e-mail the coach/assistants. Do whatever you can to put your name out there. A lot of small school athletes get overlooked because there has never really been talent around their area. However it doesnt seem like you will have this problem. Put your name out there to the coaches you want to notice you. Have your high school coach do the same and send some stats. Making a recruiting video never hurts either, in that video showcase you talents show what you can do, and shy away from what you cannot. You will be fine just make sure you GET YOUR NAME OUT THERE!

Q: Are there any programs for college kids to get cheap dental insurance?
In college, not covered by my parent's insurance and can't get it at my job. Is there any sort of programs where College age students can get a relatively cheap dental insurance, or dental work done on the cheap? If it helps, I'm in Oklahoma. I'm willing to use charity organizations if they're willing to help, but I wouldn't know who to contact. Any info you could supply would be helpful.

A: I would encourage you to visit this great site: www.healthsavings.ourperfectcard.com I signed up online over 5 years ago when I was in college and they have saved thousands of dollars over the years on all services. From root canals, extractions, xrays..etc. including my braces. They even had my very affordable plan active in 2 hours and was able to use them the very same day. good luck and hope this helps.

Q: What summer college programs exist in Western Massachusetts?
I am a high school sophomore, and I am looking to take precalculus and physics. An introduction to computer programming class would be nice too. I know about UMass, but are there any other schools. Please provide links to their sites if you can.

A: Hampshire--http://www.hcssim.org/ (looks perfect for you if you want to take math) Also...Harvard andTufts

Q: What college programs have the most players in the nba?
Kentucky has 12, duke 12, who else is in the top five? Ewing just signed w/ a Russian team so he's out.

A: Connecticut had 14 in the NBA last season: http://basketball-reference.com/colleges/uconn.html Duke actually had 13 - Redick, Sheldon Williams, Maggette, Dhantay Jones, Shavlik Randolph, Grant Hill, Ewing, Battier, Boozer, Brand, Deng, Duhon and Dunleavy. North Carolina was third with 12, while Arizona and UCLA had 10 each.

Q: What are some 2 - 3 year college programs that involve working with Police and Crime Scenes?
Please do not suggest Police Foundations because I have a pacemaker so I can't be a cop. I am looking for CSI type things that don't require university degree. Thanks.

A: Try out Cambridge University. It's in Cambridge, Englad. It's website is something like cambridge.co.uk , not sure.

Q: Does anyone know about combined med school and college programs?
I would like to know what are the names of some universities that offer a seven-year program that combines undergraduate and medical studies and culminates in an M.D.

A: Chekc out: http://books.google.com.au/books?id=tKMwfmaZOWsC Thanks Bill

Q: Why do people complain about taxes for schools and college programs?
Where do they think the doctors, engineers, and rocket scientists come from?

A: When those taxes go to pay for multi-million dollar sports complexes that do nothing but create ignorant, overpaid jocks.

Q: Should College Arts Programs Be Suspended During This Economic Crisis?
I don't know how arts majors (i.e. visual arts, music, theatre) are allowed to continue being offered ANY TIME of the year, but especially during an economic crisis where there are hardly any jobs AT ALL, let alone in the arts. Colleges ought to be ashamed of doing this... selling something that isn't there. The big break will never come. Should College Arts Programs Be Suspended During This Economic Crisis?

A: I guess you feel that the arts have no value at all. Why are you worried about what other people are majoring in? Like the person above me said, life is not just about money, and not everyone needs to major in business or computer science to be a valuable member of society.

Q: Interior design college programs in CT?
what are good programs preferably in southern CT that don't cost so much i'll have to sell my unborn children?

A: I am going to the Art Institute of Pittsburgh online for my BS in interior design, but you're right--it ain't cheap. I tried searching community colleges in CT but their server is down--when it comes up on the 8th, try searching by interior design: http://www.commnet.edu/

Q: College Programs Without Math Requirements?
I know of Evergreen College, but I was wondering if anyone knew of any other colleges/college programs that didn't have math requirements for a degree? Thank you!

A: i know math sucks but most any program i know of at least requires basic algebra

Q: For college aviation programs, does it make a difference if its a 2 year degree compared to 4 year.?
Hello, I know that some aviation colleges have 2 year programs and some have 4 year like seneca. Is the 4 year more better and shows more knowledge? Most people say that the 2 year is better because you finish earlier. But when it comes to the airlines, will it matter?

A: The 4 year is way "more better." They will teach you much more, maybe even a little bit of english. But seriously it depends on your goal in life. Do you want to be a flight instructor or regional airline pilot (or other entry level job) forever? If so, a 2 year degree is great. no need to spend the extra 2 years in school building up your debt. If you have higher ambitions in life, then you will be well served by a 4 year degree, or higher. I assume you are looking at a pilot related program. If so, do yourself a favor and stay away from an aviation degree. There isn't an aviation company out there that requires an aviation degree. In fact, some places, such as nasa consider an aviation degree to not be good enough for a pilot position. Just something to think about. Its also a good idea to broaden your horizons with a degree in another field you are interested, just so you have something else to fall back on.

Q: Looking for pre-professional college dance programs focused on ballet, especially balanchine style training?
I am currently a student at the University of California Irvine but am looking to transfer if I can find a pre-professional college ballet program. I work best in the Balanchine training style and am looking to audition for companies in the next couple of years so I need to train hard!

A: These college programs have ballet as their primary or only focus: Butler University http://www.butler.edu/dance/ Indiana University - Jacobs School of Music, Ballet Department http://www.music.indiana.edu/department/ballet/ University of Oklahoma http://www.ou.edu/finearts/dance/ University of Utah http://www.ballet.utah.edu/ These programs have dual or triple-emphasis programs where you can get solid, pre-professional ballet training: Southern Methodist University http://www.smu.edu/meadows/dance/ SUNY Purchase http://www.purchase.edu/Departments/AcademicPrograms/Arts/Dance/ University of Arizona ttp://web.cfa.arizona.edu/dance/ University of South Florida http://theatreanddance.arts.usf.edu/dance/ No program is going to offer just Balanchine-style ballet; not even Indiana University with Violette Verdy (former principal dancer with the New York City Ballet) on the faculty. My daughter transferred into one of these programs in order to get rigorous ballet training. She got that, but along with it comes a pecking order that may not be to your liking. Your ballet castings may be limited to understudy roles, if that, if you find you're not at the top in ballet. Transfer only if you realize that there is rarely a perfect dance program, only one that may offer you more than where you are now. You may trade in some "pros" at UC-Irvine for some "cons" that you didn't expect. I should also caution you that the ballet world is really hurting these days, with companies folding or downsizing. This is putting experienced, professional dancers into the audition pool, so the chances of college-trained ballet dancers making it into ballet companies are very close to zero. If you really want a BFA in dance, your chances of becoming professional are much better if you remain well-rounded in your training. Otherwise, I would recommend putting college aside for the time being in order to throw yourself into a "post-grad"/ trainee/ apprentice program - IF you can get into one. However, even those dancers are not faring well on the audition circuit. So think really carefully before you make the switch.

Q: Is there college programs that help single parents work, school and take care of hte child?
Without living ont eh riverfront looking like a bum. Is there college housing for single parents.?

A: yes, there are many programs geared toward single and/or lower income parents. You have to do some work to find them, however, they aren't going to fall in your lap. figure out where you want to live; call up the schools in that area and ask them if they have adult re-entry programs, weekend college, or assistance for single parents. call up your county social service office and tell them you are looking for assistance to go back to college - you might be surprised at the assistance you qualify for! good luck!

Q: I would like to be a person who repairs or programs computers. what college program would i go in?
I need to figure out what high school and college classes i should take in order to better myself in this area. I just dont know where to start. Give any ideas and/or suggestions please.

A: There are several different areas to specialize in computers...you need to decide what you are interested in. You mentioned repairing computers, and you don't need a college degree for it. A+ certification is a good start. However, repair techs are a dime a dozen and are relatively low paid. A similar area to this is help desk, and there you will also deal with software issues. Another area is network systems, administration and/or engineering. Administrators typically delegate user accounts, rights, and some network/user troubleshooting. Engineering is the more advanced end of planning, implementing and troubleshooting networks. Expect to assist the help desk in pretty much any company with these rolls. Pay is significantly better than repair or help desk. Programming and software engineering are the top of the IT food chain, but you need exceptional logic skills to run with the big dogs. Pay in this area is excellent, but expect to use some serious gray matter. Another area to look into is a Business degree with an IS edge...some friends of mine took this degree and are now IT/IS Managers or Directors, and command a pretty good wage...and don't have a ton of technical knowledge.

Q: Are there travelling programs/acting troupes for young college-age students available?
My friend is looking for programs for young college age acting troupes built around a combination of domestic or international travel, and acting or acting classes. Does anyone know if this is available, and if so, where? Thanks a lot.

A: There is one thing called SETC. It usually occurs in the early spring. You have to go to an audition prior to actually going to the conference in order to get a number. Most states have local auditions at various colleges. If you get a number then you go to the conference and audition for over a 100 summer stock or touring companies. I hope this helps.