Obama Admin: Now Regulating Internships
Update: Independent Women’s Forum also picked up this story. Imagine that you’re graduating from college soon. With unemployment at 10%, do you have a chance of getting a job when competing with experienced workers? What are your options? For many recent college graduates, they take internships. It’s not ideal, but it often gives new workers experience and puts their foot in the door when openings do come up. That option may not... Read More
Who to Trust in Helping Haiti
The images from Haiti have been horrifying. Americans have an amazing tradition of helping others in need and coming to the rescue during tragic events. Since I don’t know much about Haiti, I’ve been confused about what organizations to trust. After 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina, I just don’t trust the Red Cross. I’d much rather support a faith-based organization with an established network on the ground. There are so many nonprofits... Read More
Community Kitchen Needs
Earlier this week the Community Kitchen put out a plea for donations of hats, gloves, coats, blankets and coffee. Due to the plunging temperatures, the nonprofit opened their doors as an emergency shelter for homeless people and families. Today, we took some hats, gloves, coffee and oatmeal to the Community Kitchen and got an update on what they need. In addition to winter clothing, coffee, soup, oatmeal and sugar, they have a long list of current... Read More
