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Thu, 22 Jul 2010 13:58:00 GMT

Let’s talk about communication. Why? Excellent question.

Good communication skills are essential in our day to day life with family and friends, but it is critical at work. Communication is a skill that needs to be worked on, improved upon, and worthy of our attention. Your current and future employers demand you have it.

Let’s face it, even though words come out of your mouth, does NOT mean that people hear your message. Since we attempt to communicate every day, shouldn’t we understand a little bit about the process?

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Google, huh, what is it good for? Absolutely everything!

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:39:00 GMT

Google, huh, what is it good for? Absolutely everything!

On August 19^th 2004, Google became an official IPO (Initial Public Offering) on the NADAQ stock exchange. The first trade was $100.01. The stock as of close on June 14^th 2010 was $483.19. The high for Google was $629.51 over the last year. The daily average stock volume traded over 50 days up to June 14^th was 3,876,462 shares. And Google has an estimated market value of $ 117,854,065,980.00 as of June 14^th. (This does not include stock splits comparing today’s values) (See NASDAQ quote for Google here)

What does this mean?

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Vets Using the Post 911 GI Bill to Go Back to School!

Tue, 25 May 2010 17:35:00 GMT

( 6DGKFZKFB3UC ) The call to serve our country is strong. I should know. I served on the USS Spruance as Signalman in the US Navy from 1994 to 1996, as well as in the inactive ready reserve through 2002. In my current profession as the Assistant Director of Financial Aid at Beckfield College in Greater Cincinnati, I have the privilege to also serve as the College’s VA Certifying Official. In this capacity, I help guide fellow veterans with their utilization of the educational benefits available to veterans from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

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Which Operating System Works for Me?

Mon, 03 May 2010 17:20:00 GMT

I have several IT friends who, over the years, have battled with various operating systems. Their challenges generally led to Microsoft alternatives. In most cases, I understand their perspectives on Industry Standards versus created corporate standards that Microsoft tends to “re-develop.” Their view reflects the myopic way Microsoft does business. The consensus for most IT personnel is that the operator should have more control over their system than is typically provided by Microsoft.

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Hannah’s Efforts – A True Story

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:45:00 GMT

This absolutely true story about a dedicated student is the motivation and theme behind what make Beckfield College so special: helping devoted students who want to be taught. It was a pivotal experience for those of us her worked here while she was a student.

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The Advancement of Forensic Science within Our Crime Laboratories

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:45:00 GMT

Forensic science, which is known as the application of science to the law, is used in crime laboratories worldwide. Forensic science has a tendency to find itself as the center of attention throughout our Nation; and not just the starring role of the hit Television show, “CSI.” From great advances to devastating criticisms, forensic science has built itself an identity throughout the law enforcement community.More...

The Project Management Approach

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:38:00 GMT

“I’ve got a lot to do and little time to do it in.”
“I know there will be costs involved, but I’m not sure how much.”
“Something could go wrong, but I don’t know how I might cope with it.”

Without thinking about it, you are thinking like a project manager.More...

Microsoft Defends Computer Users Against Malware.

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:27:00 GMT

Microsoft Corporation has always had to deal with problems with malware or bots that install on a user’s computer. They have recently cracked down on the malware giant Waledac. (see Microsoft blog for further detail .) Microsoft is a founding member of the Botnet Task Force, a public-private partnership to join industry and government in the fight against bots. This group has “executed a major botnet takedown of Waledac, a large and well-known “spambot,”” according to the Microsoft Blog Post. The Wall Street Journal has a story on the case (WSJ subscription required).

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No more Lawyer-Client Privilege in New York?

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:11:00 GMT

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Welcome to the Beckfield College Blogs

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:42:00 GMT

Welcome to the launch of the Beckfield College Blogs. As an active member of the Greater Cincinnati community providing educational opportunities to individuals while supplying needed talent for area businesses, we want to extend our information arm to you.

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