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LDHL Welcomes New Administrative Assistant
We are proud to have Ashley Hemmelstein as our new Administrative Assistant.
6 College Summer Vacation Secrets You Need to Know
Summertime is the right time for fun with friends. But if you want to lay the foundation for financial and career success, learn how to use this time to your advantage. 1. Behave. We know you’re not headed into vacation with an intention to misbehave, but sometimes...
5 Hacks for Life after College from Your Future Self
Don’t invest $500 in your friend’s hamster circus startup. Chances are good there have been times you wished your future self would reach back through time and stop you from making an ill-advised decision. Time travel may not be possible (yet), but if it were, your...
Do’s and Don’ts to Create a Killer Resume that Lands Your Dream Job
Resume writing can be a challenge when you’re just wrapping up your college career. From low-level summer jobs to brief internships, it can feel like you have zero qualifications for your target position.
Job Interview Prep Tips: College Edition
Whether you’re interviewing for an internship or your first post-graduation job, prep work is key if you want to stand out from the candidate pack. It’s especially critical considering that 33 percent of bosses say they know within the first 90 seconds of an interview...
LDHL on TV Again!
As mentioned in last week's blog post, Executive Director Ann Womble was featured on two television shows during a week in March--Behind the Headlines and Behind the Lines. In this clip from Behind the Lines, host Diane Dayton interviews loan recipient Alyse Crandal,...
LDHL on Behind The Headlines
Throughout last week, Executive Director Ann Womble was featured on Behind The Lines and Behind The Headlines, two locally run television shows on LCTV 66. We are proud to share with you a clip from one of the shows, Behind The Headlines, with hosts Jere Strittmatter...
What’s the Difference Between Scholarships, Loans, and Grants?
Figuring out how to pay for college or vocational school can be a confusing process, especially if you’re the first member of your family to attend post-secondary school. Don’t let the costs associated with your school of choice scare you away from applying. Did you...
Spring Break Money Tips for College Students
You can kick back with friends without busting your budget. Learn the top spring break money tips to make this college experience easier on your bank account.
How to Pay for Trade or Technical School
From automotive technology to graphic communications to residential remodeling, trade school offers smart choices for career training.
One of the big-time advantages to technical school is the cost savings it offers. A study found that the average cost of a bachelor’s degree in the United States is approximately $127,000. In contrast, a vocational or trade school degree costs about $33,000.