 Retirement: Another form of planning for the future
by SignpostJan 01, 2010“The majority of people who are looking for how to properly plan and save for retirement are familiar with the popular 401(k). A 401(k) is an employer investment plan for its employees, but another form of retirement investing is called an IRA. An Individual Retirement Account is a way for individuals to setup and control personal assets.”
Mind your manners
by SignpostJan 01, 2010“It's probably safe to say that the majority of the student population at Weber State University was raised with at least some sort of manners. First of all, I will start off letting the readers know that this is a column. It is my sole opinion that I am voicing in the student newspaper, because newspapers allow writers to write columns to voice some sort of opinion.”
When your dreams turn to dust, it's time to vacuum
by SignpostJan 01, 2010“Only a year ago, I was a confused college student who didn't know what he was going to do with his life. I had tossed some ideas around, such as becoming a historian, a teacher, or even the dreadful thought of becoming a police officer. All that changed when I was sitting at home last year, watching the Utah Jazz get their butts handed to them by the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA playoffs, and no, I'm not talking about the nearly identical scenario that is taking place right now.”
Piracy charge with mandatory life penalty looms
by SignpostJan 01, 2010“NEW YORK (AP) - The sole surviving pirate from an attack on an American cargo ship off the Somali coast will be tried as an adult after he was portrayed Tuesday as the brazen ringleader of a band of pirates who shot at the ship's captain and bragged about prior acts of piracy.”
Should athletes be held to a higher standard?
by SignpostJan 01, 2010“When it comes to athletes breaking the law, it is difficult to determine whether a student athlete should be punished on field for their behavior off the field. "We don't have any earthly idea of how many students in our classes are felons," said Molly Smith, NCAA representative for Weber State University.”
Aziz to speak at ceremony
by SignpostJan 01, 2010“Aimal Aziz decided to go into political science because he wanted his unique knowledge of Afghanistan and the United States to help him serve the public. Aziz moved from Afghanistan to Utah when he was 18-years-old. Aziz has a double major in clinical laboratory science and Political Science and is the student speaker for Weber State University's Spring Graduation ceremony.”
Protect your identity
by SignpostApr 21, 2009“Jake Turner had the same attitude most people have about identity theft: It will never happen to me.
Turner found out the hard way that his identity had been stolen after he and his wife applied to get a loan to buy a car. "It was crazy; there we were at the dealership thinking in 20 minutes we were going to drive off the lot in our new van," Turner said.”
Semester changestarts in summer
by SignpostApr 21, 2009“For the first time ever, students can now view a calendar for the next seven academic years at Weber State University. The President's Counsel approved an academic calendar change beginning Summer 2009 semester. The academic calendar will change to a 14-week semester for those attending summer courses.”
'Cats inches away from win
by SignpostOct 04, 2009“After 57 minutes of football, the game rested on one last Wildcat drive. After 59.5 minutes of football, the game rested on one play. The team was faced with a similar situation when marched the field to score the winning touchdown with just over a minute left in the game but couldn't convert.”
WSU's tech resources
by SignpostOct 04, 2009“In this era of technology, Weber State University has to keep up with the latest trends in order to offer the education that students at WSU have come to expect. Employing tools such as online classes, the Center for Chemical Technology, the Utah Center for Aeronautical Innovation and Design (UCAID), the Ott Planetarium and even resources at the Stewart Library, WSU keeps up with the ever-changing technology.” | News Topics
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