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May 9, 2008

Miracle-Gro For The Brain

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Psychiatrist John Ratey has discovered a link between brain function and the type of exercise we perform. more...

May 8, 2008

Catholic School Trend

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Fifty years ago, it was common to find a community with a small Catholic School filled with children wearing uniforms. But, each year, more schools close. more...

May 5, 2008

Stimulant Use Under Stress

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The medicine cabinet can be a dangerous coping skill when things get tough. How many high school and college students turn to stimulants under stressful times? more...

May 3, 2008

ACT Goes International

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The ACT is becoming more popular not only in the USA but also globally. more...

Apr 27, 2008

Baby Sleep Time and Obesity

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A Harvard study finds that babies who sleep under 12 hours a day are more likely to become overweight in preschool. more...

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May 16, 2008

Student Loan Problems

Falling housing prices, tougher standards for qualifying for loans, and lenders withdrawing is having an impact on student loans.
President Bush recently proposed that Congress buy billions of dollars in federal student loans to ensure students can borrow what they need for college.

How Much Is Borrowed?

In 2007, students and families borrowed

  • $17 billion in private loans
  • $60 billion in federal loans
Since private lenders are pulling out of the student loan business because of low interest rates and other factors, Bush want to make sure the federal government is ready, if needed.

Where Are The Problems?

The problems seem to be located at commercial colleges and some universities. Traditional four-year colleges have seen few problems getting federal student loans.

The House has passed the bill authorizing the federal government to buy out the loans through July of 2009. Senator Edward Kennedy has proposed the Senate version to be considered. Award Letters are just beginning to hit the mail. The crunch may come in the fall.

Source: Jonathan D. Glater, New York Times, April 23, 2008

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