(Encyclopedia) American International Group (AIG), American multinational insurance corporation whose potential bankruptcy in 2008 led to the largest federal bailout of a private company. AIG was…
(Encyclopedia) Schiller, Friedrich von, 1759–1805, German dramatist, poet, and historian, one of the greatest of German literary figures, b. Marbach, Württemberg. The poets of German romanticism were…
Engineering must welcome women or risk becoming marginalized as other fields seek out and make a place for them. by Sheila E. Widnall Sheila Widnall is the former Secretary of the…
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Caring for your cat Be A Responsible Cat Owner You're probably thinking, "How hard can it be? Cats can take care of themselves." But think again. Living with a cat may not involve much work…
"A Work in Progress" What do you feel your obligation is, to the people that you don't know, that you haven't a history with— the descendants of black slaves. What do you owe…
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College can be stressful when you're trying to keep your grades, hold a part-time occupation, or maintain relationships. Most of us are distracted by text messages, push…
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Blinking protects our eyes from foreign objects, sweeps up dirt that gets in our eyes and lubricates our eyes by spreading tears across the surface. Don't you think that is a lot to accomplish in…
Tests are a way for you and your teacher to measure how well you have learned the material covered by the class. Think of them as a challenge! Here are some tips for studying…
