A litte bit about me....

Hi everyone! I wanted to take this time to tell you a little bit about me and what I do with the Scholarship Advisement Program. I graduated from Broken Arrow High School in May 2010 and was extremely involved on my high school campus. I was a member of the Science Club, National Honor Society, Yearbook, Key Club, Drug Free Youth, and my personal favorite, FFA. In FFA, I served as chapter

July 2011 DP Theme - The Color Green

Sitting in your garden is a feat to be worked at with unflagging determination and single-mindedness - for what gardener worth his salt sits down. I am deeply committed to sitting in the garden.

- Mirabel Osler

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Tips on cheap ways to eat in college

Eating in college can sometimes be very expensive, especially when you are busy and on the run like most college students. I am going to give you a few tips that will help you keep the expense of eating in college as low as possible. My first tip is to make sure and take advantage of your meal plan if you have one. I very seldom went to the cafeteria to eat when I had a meal plan but if I would

SAT Subject Tests

Some colleges require a specific ACT score for admissions and others require a specific SAT score. Most Midwestern or central American colleges use ACT scores while many East and West Coast schools use SAT scores. The SAT test is a little bit more complex than the ACT having 20 additional Subject Tests. These Subject Tests are required by some colleges such as Ivy League schools. SAT Subject

Get your expenses in line before college!

College comes with many different expenses that need to be settled before you begin your time at school. Some families think college means you are off on your own and it’s time to start acting like an adult or they simply can’t help with all of the expenses that come along with college. These expenses such as car insurance, internet, cell phone bills, and so on needs to be discussed with your

When should a student declare a major?

Declaring a major can be a difficult decision for some students. I know that when I first started college I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to major in and it seemed like all of my friends knew exactly what they wanted to do. There were so many choices that I was a little bit overwhelmed. If you are anything like what I just described, you are not alone. Even students that choose a major when

The Importance of Labeling

Many resumes spill over onto a second page if your experience warrants extra space. It's important to set your header on both pages to include your name and contact information for many reasons. The most obvious issue that could occur is your documents get separated. Also, employers spend approximately 2 to 20 seconds thumbing through resumes. If they see something they like on a particular page,

How many hours should I take in a semester?

Full-time status as a college student requires at least 12 billable hours. Each credit taken usually requires two hours of work outside of class to maintain good grades. Therefore, a student taking 15 credits is already committed to 45 hours (15 hours in class and 30 hours outside of class) of academic work per week. So, the amount of hours you need to take in a semester completely depends on how

Nakahouse

Los Angeles based architecture firm X Ten recently completed their remodel of the Nakahouse, a 1960′s hillside home. The home sits tightly in the Hollywood hills where it looks out onto breathtaking views of the city below. The team at X Ten explained that “the existing home was built as a series of interconnected terraced spaces on the down slope property.” Because of zoning and geographical constraints X Ten built off of the existing footprint.
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Expansion

Expansion


76 x 35 x 17"



From the moment we are born,

the world tends to have a

container already built for us

to fit inside: A social security

number, a gender, a race,

a profession or an I.Q. I ponder

if we are more defined by the

container we are in, rather than

what we are inside. Would we

recognize ourselves if we could

expand beyond our bodies?

Would we still be able to exist

if we were authentically

'un-contained'?

Paige Bradley

The Pretty House

Pretty Beach House.

We on a Yacht!!!

Rent a boat with your friends. Sail with 50 other yachts in the Mediterranean. Yep, this really exists. See The Yacht Week for more information.

Iconic Gucci loafer

$480

Mr.Porter

Things you will need when you move into your dorm room

When moving into the dorms there are so many things that you need to get that it can become a little overwhelming. I won’t list everything that you will need but I will hopefully be able to give you a nice starter list. As you begin to buy things and prepare for your move you can slowly add to it as you see fit. Here is a list of things to get you started: 

-Shower tote

Versace x H&M

Versace for H&M Designer collaboration. Milano June 21st 2011. In English. Interviews with Donnatella Versace and Margareta van den Bosch.

Why should I learn to cook, clean, and do laundry?!

When you get to college it’s going to be a whole new ball game. Mom and Dad are not there anymore to tell you to clean your room or do your homework; you are ultimately responsible for you. Since you will be on your own it is very important that you take the time to learn how to do laundry, cook, and clean BEFORE you start college. Depending on how far you live away from school you mostly likely

Law School Admissions Workshop

If you are preparing for law school or even just considering it, then apply for this FREE workshop at the Sandra Day O'Conner Law School on the campus of Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona. Desired attendants are current college students or recent graduates interested in Indian law. The workshop contains sessions on writing quality applications, resumes, and personal statements. Sessions

Learn the Choctaw Language

Why learn Choctaw? Why not?! Learn a second language and make it Choctaw! Extend your cultural background into the realm of language. I’ve been in many situations where a Choctaw speaker has begun talking to me in Choctaw and I regretted not being able to respond. The first question a non-native asks when you tell them you’re Choctaw is “oh, do you speak the language?”. Most people associate

Tips on finding an apartment or house

Finding that perfect apartment or house can be very exciting. I know that when I first moved into an apartment I was thrilled because I could not wait to get out of the dorms. Don’t get me wrong, I really enjoyed living in the dorms because you get to meet so many new people, make a lot of friends, and live on campus. However there does come a time when it is nice to get out of the dorms and have

What are some pros and cons to housing?

Your living situation in college completely depends on your university. For example, at my school, Eastern Oklahoma State College, the only options available are a single or a double room which are both with communal bathrooms. On the other hand, OSU which is a much bigger university than mine has many different college housing options. At OSU you can live in a suite with four other people with

Being Renovated/Fixed

This is Stavanger Domkirke, the only Norwegian cathedral from the Middle Ages that has retained its original appearance and been in constant use. It has been renovated/fixed since the last couple of months. To see other photos of this cathedral you can click here and here.

It's been raining for days now, so here is a song for you "It's Raining Man". Enjoy the rainy days :)

Study Abroad. What an Experience!

Study abroad opportunities come once in a lifetime, so take advantage while you can! Many college students take full course loads during the fall and spring semesters, which make the summer term a perfect opening to fit in such an activity. Look into your universities’ School of International Studies for college-specific scholarships and opportunities. Also, visit your Financial Aid office to

Why you should be cautious when using social networking sites

Social networking sites can be a great way to catch up with old friends and family and make new friends. However, more and more employers and schools are starting to use social networking sites as a way to look up future employees or future students to see exactly what is on their personal pages. While I have been in college, I have had several speakers from different companies come in and talk

I don't want to pay to study for the SAT. Are there any study sites that are free?

Of course there is! One site that comes to mind is INeedAPencil.com. INeedAPencil.com is a free SAT Prep Service that is provided by the CK-12 Foundation. After visiting an impoverished school, Harvard senior Jason Shah started this websites to make sure that anyone can have to access to study for the SAT for free and have a good chance of getting into the college of their dreams. On this website

Phillips Exeter Academy Summer School

Phillips Exeter Academy is a 9th-12th grade boarding school located in St. Exeter, New Hampshire (70 miles from Boston, Massachusetts). The Academy’s student body consists of diverse and international students. The Summer School welcomes highly motivated students who are ready to embrace the challenges of a demanding academic program and to undertake their studies with enthusiasm and diligence.

Wilkins Distressed Leather Jacket

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Marika Vera 2011 Collection- Venus in Fur

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You can huff and puff, but you can't blow my house down....

The Truffle is a piece of nature built with earth, full of air. A space within a stone that sits on the ground and blends with the territory. It camouflages, by emulating the processes of mineral formation in its structure, and integrates with the natural environment, complying with its laws.

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Choctaw Nation Wellness Centers

Choctaw Wellness Centers are a great place for you to exercise without being out in the summer heat. Some of the facilities even have a full size basketball court and batting cages available for the members. There are also a variety of aerobic classes available such as spinning, yoga, zumba, youth fitness, self-defense, and strength and conditioning classes. If you think these sound fun just wait

I have a new roommate... What do I do now?!

Everyone knows that having a roommate is a new experience in college, but what are some ways to make it less awkward living with a total stranger? Contact them! The simplest way to make the situation easier is to let them know who you are and what you’re about. Trying contacting your new roommate via Facebook, e-mail, or text message and discuss things you need for your room and don’t need so you

How to eat healthy during the summer?

Summer is here and it is time for you to enjoy the lake and soak up some sun in your bathing suit. Bathing suit… this can sometimes be a scary word for some people because not only do they have to get into a bathing suit but there is always a lot of great food tempting them this time of year. Before you let all of the good food get the best of you, let me just give you a few tips that can help

How to stay fit during the summer?

Staying fit doesn’t mean that you have to go to the gym every day and have the same boring workout routine. In case you have forgotten let me remind you, it is SUMMER TIME, get outside and get moving. Exercising in the summer can be a lot of fun because there are so many different things that you can do outside that you aren’t able to do inside. There are a variety of activities that can get you

Prepping for College: A Short Guide for Parents by Princeton Review

Below is a copy of the Princeton Review newsletter that we thought some of our readers would be interested in. Let us know what you think!

Are you getting ready to send a student off to college this Fall? Here are a few quick tips to help you deal with financial and other stressors and help you support your student after enrollment.


Finances and Budgeting

It's no surprise that it's expensive