The Millennial Generation, a term generally applied to people born between 1980 and 2000, are plugged in to world like no other generation before.  Having grown up with the Internet, they take for granted the ability to instantly connect with anyone anywhere in the world.  They are a well-informed and socially conscious group.

But somewhere along the way to this state of hyper-connectivity, something seems to have been lost:  The ability to feel compassion for others. Continue reading »

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Helicopter parents are defined as those who pay very close attention to their child’s experiences and problems, especially at school. On the surface, that sounds like just about any parent who wants their offspring to live the best and happiest life possible. But as evidence continues to mount, we are learning that such hovering over a child can quickly lead to over parenting. And that can be a recipe for disaster. Continue reading »

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Your university-bound genius has tackled the SATs and has a GPA that’s nothing to sneeze at.  Now comes the hard part:  finding the perfect college.  You’ve pored over all the well-known guides and narrowed your choice down to an unmanageable 50 or 60 schools.  Sure, name brand universities and an accessible location are a nice start, but how will you know which school will be the right fit for your kid?  Will she be happier at College A or College B?  Help is available at InsideCollege.com. Continue reading »

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It seems that higher education may be the only business that’s currently recession-proof.  According to a survey released by the College Board, tuition at 4-year private colleges spiked 4.4% this year to over $26,000.  Students at public institutions got an even bigger hit:  up 6% for both in-state and out-of state students, to over $7,000 and $18,000 respectively.

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I’m always amazed at the crazy things people do to prove a point and this story is no different. I happen to be a huge fan of UFCU (University Federal Credit Union), and I recently came across a special contest they’re doing for college students. It’s called, ‘What Can You Do With $20.09?‘ and the premise is what can you do with $20? In this economy, how creative can folks get when it comes to pinching pennies? Creative, indeed.

One student in particular, David Lee, a senior at the University of Texas, has decided to see if he can exist for 20 days with only $20. David is originally from Houston and he’s an advertising major working at FG SQUARED in Austin, Texas. His trick is trying to survive for 20 days on $20 worth of food. (Does this tug at your mommy heart strings or what?) He’s doing it to prove $20.09 is nothing to scoff at!

He’s keeping the world apprised of his hunger-riddled journey on his blog, which he update regularly. He even lists the stringent rules he will be following like not accepting free food from people, although he is allowed to munch on sample foods that may be available at the grocery store. Refer to pic of waffles above for visual! He said he won’t steal and he won’t go dumpster driving. What a sweetheart.

The best tip he has received thus far is someone told him he could buy a jar of peanut butter at Kroger’s for $1.75. Another tip he was banking on to emerge thin, yet victorious, was he could buy 10 pounds of chicken legs for $4. Unfortunately that tip feel through because it was a special at Albertson’s and Albertson’s grocery stores aren’t in Austin.

Parents, this is your opportunity to share your thrifty two cents with someone who desperately needs it! Remember when you were a broke college student? If you know any good recipes for eating cheap and I mean really cheap, drop David a comment on his blog. Let’s help this courageous college student dazzle the blogosphere with his uncanny ability to survive for 20 days on $20! Right now he has 8 days to go with only $5.15 left. Can he do it?

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