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  1. article Great Things to do with Dad on Father’s Day

    Friday, May 17, 2013 10:54 am

    Not sure what to give your dad for Father’s Day? Classic choices like a tie or cufflinks are nice, but don’t forget to give him the most meaningful gift of all -- quality time.

  2. article Great Things to do with Dad on Father’s Day

    Thursday, May 16, 2013 10:00 pm

    (StatePoint) Not sure what to give your dad for Father’s Day? Classic choices like a tie or cufflinks are nice, but don’t forget to give him the most meaningful gift of all -- quality time.

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  3. article This Summer: Stay in Shape without a Gym Membership

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 10:00 pm

    (StatePoint) It’s not as easy to hide under layers of clothing during the summer. You’ll want to look your best in those shorts, t-shirts and bathing suits; as such, staying in shape is key.

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  4. article Home chefs use new technology to cook with ease

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Home cooks are spending more time in their own kitchens and less time dining out, according to the January Monthly Measuring Cup Trend Report. Nearly half of surveyed consumers said they’re dining out less this year than they did in 2012 and are relying more on their cooking skills at home. Fortunately, technology makes it easier than ever for home chefs to prep and cook meals at home and clean up conveniently and efficiently afterward.

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  5. article Help your pet shed unhealthy weight

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Are you killing your pet with kindness? We’re not talking about the compassion that motivates us to vaccinate our pets, or keep them warm in cold weather. Kindness that can be harmful to pets comes in the form of an overabundance of food and treats. The all-too-common result is a pet that becomes overweight or even obese.

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  6. article Here's To Clean Water--How To Help Safeguard Against Drinking Water Contaminants

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:44 am

    (NAPSI)—You may have heard that drinking 8-ounce glasses of water a day is good for your health. But what if the water you’re drinking isn’t as good for you as you think—due to drinking water contaminants?

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  7. article Koko FitClub offers summer camp for teens

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:00 am

    Koko FitClub, located at 10785 N. Oracle Road, is offering parents the opportunity to get their kids active this summer with Camp Koko, a four-week camp where boys and girls, ages 13-18, will learn the proper ways to exercise and eat.  The first camp runs June 3rd through June 27th and the second camp runs July 8th through August 1st.  

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  8. article Obituary: Daniel A. Dutil, Sr.

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:00 am

    Daniel A. Dutil, Sr., age 61, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, April 28, 2013. Dan was born in Lewiston, Maine on July 1, 1951, to the late Robert E. Dutil and Elaine S. Vail. He was retired from the United States Air Force.

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  9. article Ironwood Ridge student wins speech contest

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:00 am

    When Ironwood Ridge sophomore Brandon McKay decided to learn Japanese to carry on his mother’s heritage, he wasn’t expecting an award to come with it.

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  10. article Oro Valley Town Talk: The Oro Valley Aquatic Center: Another success story

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:00 am

    When Oro Valley Town Council gave initial approval for the Aquatic Center in December 2011, it was with the vision that the facility would be both an economic driver for the town and an improvement to quality of life for our residents. It has been just two short months since our grand opening, and I am proud to announce that the facility has been an overwhelming success on both accounts.

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  11. article The Guide -- Week of May 15

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:00 am

    Century Theatres

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  12. article Local Elks Lodge honors students

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:00 am

    The Elks National Foundation’s Most Valuable Student (MVS) Scholarship Program recognizes top students across the country based on their academic achievements, leadership skills, extracurricular activities, and their participation in community services. 

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  13. article Heat brings out snakes and need for pool safety

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:00 am

    Summer is just around the corner, and for many that means increased outdoor activities such as hiking and swimming.

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  14. article Bee season is here, five attacked in Oro Valley

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:00 am

    On Sunday, five hikers on Linda Vista Trail in Oro Valley were attacked by a swarm of bees.

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  15. Rattlesnake

    With increased temperatures come the snakes. Experts say rattlesnakes in Southern Arizona are most active between April and October.

  16. article Smoking causes house fire on La Cholla, resident dies from smoke

    Tuesday, May 14, 2013 10:51 am

    Northwest Fire District firefighters responded to 2002 W. Gardner Lane at 0100 after 9-1-1 calls were received reporting a mobile home on fire. Deputies from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department on patrol in the area arrived just before fire crews and attempted to make entry into the mobile home to check for the victim, but were driven back by the heavy smoke and fire.

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  17. article American Chemical Society chapter honors PCC instructor

    Tuesday, May 14, 2013 9:31 am

    The Southern Arizona Chapter of the American Chemical Society recently honored Pollyanna Wikrent, a PCC full-time chemistry faculty member, with its College Educator Excellence in Teaching Award.

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  18. article Make laundry safety a priority this summer - and always

    Monday, May 13, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Sunnier skies and summertime fun are just around the corner, and with them comes plenty of outdoor activities like long days at the playground, sporting events and barbecues. With so many options, the last thing most people want to think about is household responsibilities … but all that outdoor fun can add up to a lot of laundry.

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  19. article How to Help New High School Grads Transition into Adulthood

    Sunday, May 12, 2013 10:00 pm

    (StatePoint) Transitioning from high school to the next life stage can be a time of excitement for young people, but it can also be a time filled with uncertainty.

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  20. article Creative Ways to Keep Kids Learning this Summer

    Sunday, May 12, 2013 10:00 pm

    (StatePoint) For families, summertime is all about active fun -- from vacations to ballgames, and fireworks to poolside picnics. But being on-the-go can mean lots of downtime in transit and waiting for activities to start.

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  21. article Why a normal Pap test may not mean you are cancer-free

    Sunday, May 12, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Many women know that getting a Pap test regularly from their health care provider is a good way to check for signs of cervical cancer, the second most common cancer in women worldwide. What they might not know is that a “normal” Pap result does not necessarily mean they are cancer-free.

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  22. article Expert fitness tips for a healthy, effective summer slim-down

    Sunday, May 12, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - While children long for the lazy carefree days of summer, many adults view the season as a reason to be active and get healthy. Whether it's to look good for an upcoming beach vacation or simply to have the energy to enjoy the season to the fullest, setting health goals is a great first step.

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  23. article Four health checks every woman must do - for herself and those she loves

    Sunday, May 12, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - American women spend more time taking care of their families, homes and jobs than themselves. With so much time invested in caring for others, women can overlook the importance of their own health. Yet, neglecting their own health needs can make it much harder for women to also take care of those they love.

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  24. article What's Up UA? - UA Offers Continued Career Support for New Grads Entering Workforce

    Saturday, May 11, 2013 11:37 am

    This weekend, thousands of newly minted University of Arizona alumni will wake up and face the question before all new college graduates: What's next?

    For some, the answer is already known. To date, 26 percent of respondents to UA Career Services' annual "career destinations" survey of graduating seniors say they have already secured full-time, post-graduation employment in their field. Another 17 percent say they have been accepted into graduate school.

    For those who still aren't quite sure what the future holds, help is available from their alma mater.

    "Graduating students still have access to all the resources Career Services has to offer," said Eileen McGarry, director of UA Career Services. "That includes a rich, very robust Web suite of resources and events."

    For just $20 a year, UA grads can continue to access a variety of Career Services resources, including online job postings, career fairs, seminars, one-on-one career counseling, the opportunity to participate in on-campus interviews with select employers and more. For members of the UA Alumni Association, Career Services access is included in membership.

    "If students haven't started looking for jobs or haven't had the success they wanted, there still is a lot to tap into," McGarry said. "Our staff offers career counseling by appointment. They also offer walk-in advice to help get that resume sharpened, help you enhance interview skills and learn how to reach market segments."

    Career Services begins working with UA students early in their academic careers to connect them with valuable internship, research, leadership and employment opportunities.

    In the 2012-13 academic year, the number of student internships posted online on the Career Services' Wildcat Joblink website jumped 90 percent from last year, with 2,100 opportunities targeting UA students. Meanwhile, full-time positions posted for students grew 20 percent to 3,100. In addition, University career fairs brought in 620 companies, while more than 210 employers engaged in active employee recruiting on campus, interviewing more than 3,600 students. 

    McGarry notes that although the job market is improving for college graduates, it remains competitive.

    Recent surveys by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, or NACE, suggest that employers plan to hire just 2.1 percent more new college grads from the class of 2013 than they hired from the class of 2012, with the top five hiring industries being educational services; professional, scientific and technical services; health care; federal, state and local government; and finance and insurance. The most in-demand graduates, nationally, include those with engineering, computer science, accounting and business degrees.

    As students prepare to enter this competitive workforce, there are a few things they should remember in addition to tapping into Career Services resources, McGarry says.

    No. 1: Be patient.

    "Sometimes, depending on a student's experience, they have to start in a position they might not have envisioned was what they were going to do doing when they graduated, and then they grow from there," McGarry said. "But anytime I've seen graduates move in, they quickly move up because they're valued by employers, and that often propels them into leadership roles quickly."

    Employer satisfaction surveys of companies that recruit from the UA show overwhelming satisfaction with UA graduates hired, especially with regard to their teamwork, communication and problem solving skills, McGarry said.

    Also important for job seekers is face-to-face networking. McGarry says students should stay in touch with contacts like professors and UA staff as well as seek out new connections through professional networks related to their field or through UA Alumni Association chapters in their part of the country.

    In today's digitally connected world, online networking also is essential. McGarry advises job seekers create a LinkedIn profile to highlight their professional accomplishments and connect with others in their field online. They also should be mindful of how they represent themselves on social networking platforms, such as Facebook, considering how information they share publicly might be viewed by a potential employer.

    Of course, a good resume remains forever important. McGarry reminds students their resume should not just describe their past experiences, but rather highlight their specific accomplishments and how what they did had a qualitative or quantitative impact.

    When it comes to actually interviewing for a job, candidates should be able to reflect in meaningful ways on their prior experiences and come prepared with a solid understanding of the company interviewing them. McGarry also advises following up with potential employers with "gentle persistence."

    Finally, for graduates who have already landed a job, it's important to engage fully in the workplace culture while maintaining a long-term view, McGarry advises.

    "Really tune into the culture and really listen to those that want to mentor you," she said. "Start with a mindset that you're really going to be committed to the environment and take a lot in. You also want to keep a long-term view, always – looking out further and having a long-term perspective in mind, not just what's happening right now."

     

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  25. article PCC Provost outlines probation response plan

    Friday, May 10, 2013 11:49 am

    Pima Community College’s chief academic officer last night outlined aggressive short- and long-term plans to lift the probation sanction imposed last month by the Higher Learning Commission.

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