Monthly Archives: August 2010

New rules concerning gift cards purchased on or after August 22, 2010 went into effect on August 22. These rules include limits on expiration dates, rules on the disclosure of fees and limits on fees, plus rules on replacement cards. For more information, see the Federal Reserve web site.
New rules concerning credit cards also went into effect on August 22. These rules involve reasonable penalty fees, explanation of rate increases, no penalty for inactivity, and additional fee protections. Click here for more information.
These rules are part of the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility & Disclosure Act (the Credit Card Act) which was signed into law last year.
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So, what do you need to take to college with you? We know one college-bound guy who feels pretty prepared with a bed in a bag and giant package of Snickers. We know one college-bound gal who’s cleaned out the Container Store, labeled boxes with a label maker, and may need to rent a storage unit. Who’s better prepared?
Most colleges try to support freshmen in getting acclimated to college life. And we can help you, too.
Check out titles like: Once Upon a Campus: Tantalizing Truths About College from People Who’ve Already Messed Up; Kick Ass in College :A Guerrilla Guide to College Success /; and College Rules! :How to Study, Survive, and Succeed in College.
And for Mom and Dad: A New Beginning :A Survival Guide for Parents of College Freshmen; Parents’ Guide to College Life : 181 Straight Answers on Everything You Can Expect Over the Next Four Years
For college rankings, financial aid, and career advice, we’ve created a guide to resources in the library and on the web.
Writing that first paper? MLA? APA? Turabian? Huh? Even if you’re not a Boilermaker or a Badger, Purdue University and the University of Wisconsin have some great online tips and citation assistance.
Don’t forget to visit your college library! Hey, maybe you should see if you can get a job there. It’s a great place to work!

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