University of Michigan A Student Interview

University of Michigan A Student Interview The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach theyre sharing their college experiences as well. Brendan received a Bachelors degree in Middle Eastern and North African Studies and a Masters in Modern Middle Eastern and North African Studies from University of Michigan. He is currently a tutor in Chicago specializing in historytutoring, french tutoring, math tutoring, and several other subjects. See what he had to say about his experience at University of Michigan: VT: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or rural is the campus? Did you feel safe on campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Brendan: The University of Michigan does have an urban feel, as the city of Ann Arbor grew up around the school. However, that urban feel is not overwhelming. One always feels as if there is something to do, but without the fast-paced environment of a major city. As for transportation, Ann Arbor has an excellent bus system, although many students prefer walking or riding their bikes. However, for those who prefer to drive, it is rather difficult to find a parking space. VT: How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Brendan:The teaching assistants always make a point of telling students at the start of the semester when their office hours are, as do the professors. It is usually easier, however, to schedule a meeting with teaching assistants than it is with professors, although professors with smaller classes have more time to meet with students. It is also rather difficult to meet with academic advisers, solely because they are assigned so many students. VT: How would you describe the dorm life rooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Brendan:Generally, the dorms on campus were clean and well maintained. The dining halls were also quite nice. Finally, most dorms were located close to the main lecture halls, although the dorms on North Campus were quite far and rather isolated. VT: Which majors/programs are best represented and supported?What did you study and why? Did the university do a good job supporting your particular area of study? Brendan:All of the major programs were well represented. My undergraduate and graduate majors were Middle Eastern and North African Studies (MENAS) and Modern Middle Eastern and North African Studies (MMENAS), respectively. I chose to study the Middle East because of my long-standing desire to serve our country. As a whole, the University of Michigan did a good job of supporting my area of study. VT: How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Brendan:As a freshman, it was quite easy for me to meet people and make friends. I made friends by simply interacting with others in my hall and by joining a running club. However, I knew many people who made the majority, if not all, of their friends through the University of Michigans very prominent Greek system. VT: How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services?Do many reputable companies recruit on campus? Brendan:The Career Center is generally quite helpful. I knew several students who the Career Center found lucrative jobs for. Although there were recruiting events, I did not attend any. As a result, I cannot say which specific companies recruited on campus. VT: How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Are they over-crowded, easily available, spacious? Brendan:The libraries were usually the best places to study on campus. Although I both worked and studied in several libraries, my favorite was the law library. It was very quiet, open late, and the staff was quite friendly. In fact, I was on a first-name basis with the security guard, Filmore, by the time I finished graduate school. The same, however, cannot be said of the dorm lounges or student union. They were crowded and very noisy. Such an atmosphere is not at all conducive to studying. VT: Describe the surrounding town. What kinds of outside establishments / things to do are there that make it fun, boring, or somewhere in between?To what extent do students go to the downtown area of the city versus staying near campus? Brendan:The University of Michigan is the center of Ann Arbor, so to go downtown all one has to do is walk down the street. Even though Ann Arbor is smaller than cities like Detroit or Chicago, there was always quite a lot to do. There were many good restaurants, movie theaters, coffee shops, stores, etc. VT: How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Brendan:The student body is very large. There are usually between 30,000 and 40,000 students during the year. During both my undergraduate and graduate careers, I had large and small classes. Although I did not mind the larger classes, I found the smaller ones more engaging. VT: Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Brendan:My fondest memory from college occurred during the second semester of my sophomore year. That semester, I had an Anthropology class that focused on the Middle East. For one class session, we were to read a few Bedouin folk stories from Saudi Arabia. One of the stories was known as The Adwani and the Sbayhi. When Professor Andrew Shryock called on me to discuss the story, I was able to recite it in its entirety. Everyone in the room, including Professor Shryock, was impressed. Indeed, later that day Professor Shryock sent me an email in which he referred to me as, Young Bedouin Master. Check out Brendans tutoring profile. 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Photography Courses Film VS Digital

Photography Courses Film VS Digital Should You Learn Film Photography or Digital Photography? ChaptersThe Pros and Cons of Digital PhotographyThe Pros and Cons of Film PhotographyA Study in Close UpIt is human nature to follow the latest trends. That is why we brandish our smartphones, every chance we get.For instance: taking pictures of the food we ordered in a restaurant to post on social media â€" itself another popular trend.Of course, there are always those who buck the tide: opting for a flip phone with minimal digital capability. Oddly enough, in some cases, that creates enough of a stir to merit headlines.Kate Beckinsale is just one example of people reverting to phones being for phone calls; not used as hand-held computers!What does all of this have to do with cameras and photography?Well, that's just it: on the one hand, you have people who crave the latest gadget, laying out cash for something that, perhaps, they won't derive the full benefit from.And then, you have the  people who prefer what is considered by the mainstream to be passé: objects or activities that seem to have no place in these modern times. Maybe some activities are best left in the past: we dread to think what would happen to children playing hoop and stick in today's crowded streets!The debate rages in the realm of photography:  film vs digital? What about analog photography? do film SLR cameras have any place in this increasingly digital world, where Photoshop edits images more efficiently than any darkroom retouching ever could?Let Superprof now chime in on the merits and drawbacks of each of these forms of artistic expression.Advances in digital photography permit crystal clear shots Source: Pixabay Credit: Piro4Dshooting in black and white.Compared to film shots, digital black and whites seem strangely lacking in depth!4. Finally: there is a lower start-up cost with film photography, but one must inevitably factor in the cost of replenishing film stocks and developing images.Film SLR ConsThe most obvious disadvantage to shooting with film is that you must wait for dev elopment to see if there is a money shot among anything you've snapped.Second to that comes the continuous cost of film and developing... and the question of whether you would trust your work to a lab!Lab developing means that you have absolutely no control over how your film gets developed, and you would have no opportunity to retouch any photos.A sign of the times: many companies have discontinued production of several types of film, meaning that there is less of a selection available.That creates a constant challenge for film photographers who have for years been loyal to a certain brand, or whose particular style of photographic art demands a specific type of film.Film SLRs tend to be bulkier than their digital counterparts, and one must account for proper storage of film â€" out of the heat and away from damp.If you are a photojournalist or travel photographer, every bit of extra weight matters, especially when trekking across vast distances  while on assignment!It sounds like we're making the case for digital over film, doesn't it? Read on before deciding!Learn about the history of photography.Look for photography courses  in all the major UK cities on Superprof:Photography courses LondonPhotography courses GlasgowPhotography courses ManchesterPhotography courses BirminghamPhotography classes LeedsOnce considered cutting edge, cameras such as these are now called vintage Source: Pixabay Credit: Richard LeyA Study in Close Up1. Anyone earning their living as a photographer â€" be it specialising in portraiture or photojournalism, will tell you that it is exponentially easier to store memory cards than rolls of film.2. It is obviously easier to upload digital images, and image editing is a snap with editing software â€" provided you learn how to use it.There are tricks and a certain level of creativity to using Adobe Lightroom that quite nearly demand an instructor to learn them from.3. On the other hand, digital images lack the nuance that, to this day, e ntrances fans of film photography.Digital images have an in your face quality: they dare you to challenge their veracity, after having worked so hard to compensate for flaws inherent in the natural world.We love those flaws! We need them to reflect our less than perfect selves â€" which has been a bone of contention  of software photo editing since its inception.Too gorgeous, too skinny models dramatically draped, flawless complexions and fabulous hair...By no means are we saying that fashion models shot with film were never enhanced in post processing; only that the practice exploded and has actually caused harm with the advent of digital image editing.4. Whereas a professional photographer who works with digital equipment can press the shutter button as often as s/he'd like â€" memory cards can store countless images, photographing with film requires extra mentation.A roll of film has, at maximum, 36 exposures, meaning that framing a shot, posing a subject and metering light all r equire deeper consideration.Unless wasting film is a favourite pastime, the SLR camera photographer will carefully consider every element of the shoot before taking a single picture.This aspect of film photography is the crux of the argument for capturing images on film.5. Knowing how to photograph using this medium takes every bit of artistic instinct and photography skills you possess.Rules of composition, lighting techniques â€" even out of doors!; how to shoot in any conditions: these are all vital skills for any photographer, but weigh especially heavy on the shoulders of the film photographer.6. These days, everyone is armed with a camera of some sort, from a Smartphone to a tiny, monopod-mounted Go Pro action camera.That is why some photographers are returning to film: in this digital world, taking quality pictures on film is a silent, screaming testament of technical skills married to fine art.This is a real photo that I shot on film myself â€" Edgar England, West End Camera sOther reasons for film over digital photography include:grain: film images look less polished â€" more gritty and real than digitally captured imagesformat: film delivers a higher dynamic range; similarly capable digital cameras are substantially more expensivecontrol: photographers like being involved with every little step in the creative process of image capture, from analysing subjects to determining ISO â€" what speed it should be captured atIt is a bit like transitioning from manual to automatic gears in a car; with the former, you have a measure of participation in driving: you are one with your machine.The magic of seeing the image you've captured called forth in its chemical bathThat alchemy that, even now, when we know the science behind it seems magic, is what inspires passionate photographers to pursue perfection with every shot.Those who learn to shoot with film apply fundamental photographic techniques with every click of the shutter.They are more focused on their art , avoiding the constant back and forth between taking a shot and inspecting it for viability on the camera's LCD screen, deleting as necessary.Through film, their passion for purity in imaging serves to enhance their storytelling ability.Is film photography right for you? You won't know until you try it.Why not sign up for a photography course or workshop; get hands on with developing: discover for yourself the feeling of awe as your pictures emerge out of what was blank paper.Investigate the Film Photography Project; become a follower and help keep this art form vital and alive in this digital age.Who knows? After lugging around a set of digital cameras for so long, you too may find in yourself an avid film photographer just begging to fly!Discover 20 famous photography quotes.

Online Square Roots Tutors

Online Square Roots Tutors Square root is a function which is represented with the symbol , and a number or an expression can be placed inside the square root radical. Square root of a number or an expression indicates that the exponent on that number or the expression is 1/2. This implies that the square root radical represents the exponent of 1/2. The expression or number inside the square root radical should be greater than or equal to 0, and if its less than 0, then the solution is not real but it is called an imaginary solution. Example 1: What is the value of x if 625 = x? Here the given square root number should be simplified furtherby splitting the number into its prime factors, in order to get the value of x 625 = (5 * 5 * 5 * 5). Now pull out the number which is repeating twice inside the radical. This gives: 625 = 5 * 5 = 25. So, 625 = x and this implies 25 = x. Therefore the value of x in the given square root equation is 25. Example 2: What is the value of x if 729 = x? The given number should be split into its prime factors to get the value of x. 729 = (3 * 3 * 3 * 3 * 3 * 3). Now pull out the number which is repeating twice inside the radical. This gives: 729 = 3 * 3 * 3 = 27 So, 729= x and this implies 27 = x. Therefore the value of x in the given square root equation is 27.

How to Be a Better Singer... With One Overlooked Secret

How to Be a Better Singer... With One Overlooked Secret Sign up successful Symptoms may include: rocking your head to a favorite song as you sing along while driving down the road… an unbalanced addiction to karaoke parties… or a tendency to sing along with songs you don’t even know, just because you can. While theres a lot to learn  about keeping your voice healthy,  developing your ear, and improving your pitch, heres something you might not have thought about: your voice is actually all in your mind. Heres what I mean 1. Your Mind’s Eye Yep, you’ve got to see yourself singing. Imagine yourself singing five years from now. Can you see it? Good. Now imagine yourself singing 10 years from now. And 20 years. And maybe even 30 or 40 years from now. Can you see yourself with gray hair… singing like you did when you were young? When you can see yourself, in your mind’s eye, singing confidently in front of a group of listeners, you’re one-third of the way to actually doing it. And don’t just see yourself singing take it to the next level and see yourself in full control of a powerful and stylish voice. Are you starting to get a clear picture? OK, now see yourself smiling. There’s sheer joy in singing when you keep yourself in the moment. See the troubles of the world fall at your feet. See your audience swept away in the moment with you. And see yourself floating weightless through every note, phrase, and inflection. Practice this kind of visualization in your spare time and before every rehearsal or performance. Your voice will thank you. 2. Your Mind’s Ear Can you hear music when no music is playing? I’m not asking if you can recall your favorite song and the way it sounds. I mean actual notes and scales. Can you hear those? You should be able to, if you quiet your mind and listen. Set aside any distractions like your mobile device or your social accounts, and listen. Start by thinking of the first note in a scale. DO. Got it? Doesn’t matter if it’s a C or G or E. Just start with DO. Now move up the scale past RE, MI, FA, SO, LA, TI, and all the way to DO. Listen closely. Do you hear the sound of each note in your own voice? If you can’t, you might need to find somewhere even more quiet and secluded. And you might need to practice focused listening. Focused listening starts in your mind’s ear. When you can clearly hear notes in your head and in your voice,  and when you combine hearing yourself sing with seeing yourself sing, you’re two-thirds of the way to actually doing it. But you’ve got one more area to deal with as you learn how to be a better singer. 3. Your Mind’s Voice Most successful singers  (or successful people in anything, really) will tell you they’ve had to battle a nagging, negative voice inside their head. Have you ever heard that little voice in your mind,  the one that says “you can’t do it”? Have you ever started to sing and thought, “What am I doing?” or “Who do I think I am?” If so, you’re not alone. But here’s what will set you apart  and  what will get you over that hurdle don’t be afraid to mess up.  Tell that nagging voice in your mind who’s boss. Remember, you’re in control of your thoughts. And if you’ve been practicing your visualization and listening techniques, you should be able to think thoughts like “I’m gonna sing the notes off this scale!” “I can sing circles around this song!” “I love singing so much, no one and nothing is gonna stop me!” You can do it. Start right now. When you change the thoughts in your head, you’ll be well on your way to being a better singer! Post Author: Tony F. Tony F. teaches vocal training in Colorado Springs, CO, as well as through online lessons. With over 25 years of live performance experience, and has also written jingles for radio and websites. Learn more about Tony here! Photo by  WFIU Public Radio Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

MBA vs MiM The 11 differences that matter

MBA vs MiM The 11 differences that matter GMAT MBA Admissions Blog Foryears the MBA has built up its reputation as the go to degree for individuals wanting to make a move into the management field. What's more, it has fared exceptionally well by equipping various graduates with skills to move forward and enterprestigious positions in MNC's or create organizations of their own. However, with all the rewards that accompany an MBA, it’s a well-known fact that top schools are extremely choosy and applicants need to meet several prerequisites to meet selection standards. One such pre-imperative is the work experience required. With the average age of applicants around 27-28 years, one can't consider taking up this degree before he has 4-5 years of experience securely added to his profile. This race to gain significant work experience is especially troublesome for people who know they want to change to a management role however to get to there, struggle to collect those lucrative years of work experience, at times in deadlocked occupations. But times are changing. In the lastfew years, the situation is changing and a suitable alternative is rising. The Masters in Management, generally called MiM, is a degree which started in Europe and is at present making its presence felt as a feasible alternative to the MBA. Candidates for Masters in Management programs are generally 21-25 years of age and involve people who have recently graduated or have under 2 years of work experience, consequently making the endeavour of changing fields a great deal quicker. Masters in Management additionally incorporates Gap semesters, Exchange projects and International Internships to help its students increase their business proficiency and multi-cultural experience, and prepare them to confront the corporate jungle. The gap between the theory and practical learning is further bridged by the flexible educational modules which consist of several projects and case studies. In addition, with associations from McKinsey and Bain to EY and Google selecting from top Masters in Management schools, this degree is making a reputation for itself as a lucrative choice for graduates. MiM grads are often placed in sectors such as consulting, marketing and finance. Additionally, the Masters in Management tuition costs are usually half of what a traditional MBA costs, and with graduates accepting compensations in the range of 40,000 to 60,000 euros it is providinga lucrative Return on Investment. Thus, it is nothing unexpected that schools all over the world from NUS in Singapore to Kellogg in the USA are offering the Masters in Management in their degree portfolios. So is the MiM giving the MBA a run for its crown? Though it may look so, the MiM is not an immediate contender to the MBA, as both concentrate on a different target bunch, and have various other differences. The accompanying infographic will give you an understanding of the 11 factors which separate the MBA from the MiM, and permit you to figure out which side of the MBA versus MiM battle should you be on. Abhyank Srinet holds a Masters in Management degree from ESCP Europe has an engineering degree with a specialization in Instrumentation Control. His interest in the digital landscape motivated him to create an online start up for Masters in Management application consulting (MiM-Essay.com), focused on spreading quality information about the MiM degree performing application consulting services for clients. He takes care of Business Development and Digital Marketing side of the company, and is very passionate about writing and Marketing.

Tutorz Surveys Students on Importance of Tutoring

Tutorz Surveys Students on Importance of Tutoring Tutorz.com surveyed 200 students about the the importance of private tutoring and how to cultivate students to improve their career. This research unveils an increasing trend towards one-on-one tutoring spurred due to of the effects of the recent economic downturn. Also, nearly 3 out of 5 students prefer private tutoring over their teachers in public schools and colleges. In 2006 Tutorz conducted a survey among 50 students at the University of California Irvine campus. 45% of the interviewed students reported having received tutoring sessions at least once a term. When Tutorz repeated this study in May 2011, this percentage increased to 55% a testimony of the ever increasing importance of tutoring. Why prefer 60% of the students private tutors over public teachers? Its because of its clear benefits: 1. Flexibility in terms of meeting time and location. 2. Individual attention from the tutor 3. Increasing quality and education of tutors 4. Increased competitiveness in admission tests for sought-after universities Survey includes the following Results Nearly 50% of school going students is in need of private tutors help in studies. 18% of students like tutoring because of special interest towards particular subjects. 3 out of 5 students get their doubts clarified from private tutors to complete their home works and assignments. Students feel energetic and motivated through homeschooling. Students are happy when they solve physics and math problems correctly in exams. They ultimately pin point private tutoring as reason for this. A whopping 77% of higher education students face difficulty in understanding math concepts. This widens math tutoring opportunities. Nearly 72% of students with tutoring help can improve their grades in just 10 hours of one-to-one help. Math, science, reading are subjects which are most requested for private tutoring. Similarly private tutors for teaching Spanish, Chinese languages are more in demand. Conclusion Tutoring services play an increasing role of in students education. Tutoring can close the gap between students’ needs and a schools shortcomings. Apart from teaching, parents choose private tutoring option to motivate their children in homeschooling, to cultivate good habits, and get them prepared for entering the work field.

How to Stand Out During In-Person Interviews

How to Stand Out During In-Person Interviews pixabay.com Give off good energy   While interviewers can certainly pick-up your personality over the phone or over a Skype interview, in-person interviews allow them to study you very closely. The tone of your voice and tone, movement, and facial expressions all tie in together to make the interviewers impression of you. That being said, you need to be aware of how you are reacting to the interviewer and what your body language could possibly say about you. If you know that your natural facial expression tends to come off as bored or annoyed, make an effort to look more engaged throughout the interview. Show that you are interested by nodding along and smiling when its applicable and wont seem forced. At the same time, you do not want to come off as overly excited or happy and appear as if you are trying too hard to kiss up or fake a personality that you really dont have. Dont slouch in your chair or lean your head on your hand as you would if you were bored in class, as these are signs that can tell your interviewer that you are disinterested or not taking the interview seriously. Prepare yourself for some hard or strange questions With interviews conducted over the phone, you can get by with notes on the company or your experience by your side, referring to them when you start drawing up blanks when asking questions. However, in in-person interviews, taking out a piece of paper when asked a question you cant answer isnt exactly acceptable. Instead, try to prepare yourself before going into the interview. This preparation can be going through your application and resume again or doing research on the company and position you are applying for. They can ask you why you wanted to apply with this specific company or why you think you would fit this company specifically. If youre improvising, youll most likely answer with something general like you wanted to take the opportunity to improve your skills or you wanted a job in that particular field. Do your research beforehand, learn the company values and their mission statement, their current projects, etc. Bringing these up in the interviews as points of interest shows the interviewer that you are interested in the company, even before you are properly involved with them. Employers will want employees that take a  genuine interest in the company and it will make you stand out among other applicants that just want a job, rather than a place in the company. Many interviews also include one or two strange questions. These questions are designed to test your creativity when it comes to problem-solving and planning. They can range from listing out uses for a pencil other than as a writing instrument or trying to advertise a common object on the spot. They are meant to be curveballs, and when you are asked you may find yourself stumbling through an answer. First, know that its okay to take time to process the question and articulate your answer. Let the interviewer know you need a few moments by saying something along the lines of Is it okay if I take a minute to articulate my answer? By taking that moment to think over your answer, youre saving both you and the interviewers time that would be wasted from you thinking out your answer out loud and getting both of you confused.