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[vascudave]

guess i can sue my alma mater, as they didn't help me get a job either... gie me an fing break!

JOBLESS GRAD SUES COLLEGE FOR 70G TUITION
By KATHIANNE BONIELLO


August 2, 2009 --
She has given new meaning to a class-action lawsuit.

Trina Thompson gave it the old college try, but couldn't find work. Now she thinks her sheepskin wasn't worth her time, and is suing her alma mater for her money back.

The Monroe College grad wants the $70,000 she spent on tuition because she hasn't found gainful employment since earning her bachelor's degree in April, according to a suit filed in Bronx Supreme Court on July 24.

The 27-year-old alleges the business-oriented Bronx school hasn't lived up to its end of the bargain, and has not done enough to find her a job.

The information-technology student blames Monroe's Office of Career Advancement for not providing her with the leads and career advice it promised.

"They have not tried hard enough to help me," the frustrated Bronx resident wrote about the school in her lawsuit.

"She's angry," said Thompson's mother, Carol. "She's very angry at her situation. She put all her faith in them, and so did I. They're not making an effort.

"She's finally finished [with school], and I'm so proud of her. She just wants a job."

The mother and daughter live together, but are struggling to get by. Carol, a substitute teacher, has been the only breadwinner.

"This is not the way we want to live our life," the mom said. "This is not what we planned."

As if being unemployed weren't enough, Trina's student loans are coming due, saddling the family with more debt, the mom said.

"We're going to be homeless, and we'll still have a student loan to pay," Carol said.

Monroe insists it helps graduates in their careers.

"The lawsuit is completely without merit," school spokesman Gary Axelbank said. "The college prides itself on the excellent career-development support that we provide to each of our students, and this case does not deserve further consideration."

The college's Office of Career Advancement advertises lifetime free service for graduates, and boasts on the school's Web site: "We have many resources available for students at any stage of their college career, and even after graduation."

kboniello@nypost.com

[weatherbowl]

Unless the college guarantees to find you work, I don't see the basis of her complaint.

[devilsfan0405]

One word: Pathetic. This generation is so spoiled and soft, it's not even funny. So you didn't find a job right away; suck it up and keep trying. You don't quit and start blaming the entire world for your problems. Millions of other people are in the same boat; should they sue everyone under the sun for their hardship as well? People disgust me.

[Jimrin1967]

devilsfan0405, on Aug 3 2009, 04:53 PM, said:

One word: Pathetic. This generation is so spoiled and soft, it's not even funny. So you didn't find a job right away; suck it up and keep trying. You don't quit and start blaming the entire world for your problems. Millions of other people are in the same boat; should they sue everyone under the sun for their hardship as well? People disgust me.

With you all the way, Devils. This generation and society in general has such a aura of entitlement its sickening. I heard a great quote from an old man who said, "Kids today consider flipping burgers a burden. We considered it an opportunity." If this b**ch can't get a job in her field right away; do what you have to do to pay the bills and wait for the opportunity. I'd seriously like to slap her in her face.

[devilsfan0405]

Jimrin1967, on Aug 3 2009, 05:41 PM, said:

With you all the way, Devils. This generation and society in general has such a aura of entitlement its sickening. I heard a great quote from an old man who said, "Kids today consider flipping burgers a burden. We considered it an opportunity." If this b**ch can't get a job in her field right away; do what you have to do to pay the bills and wait for the opportunity. I'd seriously like to slap her in her face.

And for the record, I'm not some bitter old fart ranting about "kids these days". I'm 26 and very much a part of this generation; and quite often, it embarasses me. I'm not saying that I'm perfect but I was never hesitant to put in an honest day's work. I began working back in high school, almost immediately after I was eligible for working papers. Never had a problem with it. You appreciate things more when you work for them and they're not just handed to you. I just don't understand these kids.

Oh, and career development offices are for guidance and advice; they're not meant to do all the gruntwork for you. Is she serious? YOU have to get your resumes out there and get the interviews. If you want the job so badly, work for it. Get your own name out there. This is such nonsense. I hope the judge laughs her out of court. What a waste of time and money for the judicial system.

[weathergeek87]

devilsfan0405, on Aug 4 2009, 02:47 AM, said:

And for the record, I'm not some bitter old fart ranting about "kids these days". I'm 26 and very much a part of this generation; and quite often, it embarasses me. I'm not saying that I'm perfect but I was never hesitant to put in an honest day's work. I began working back in high school, almost immediately after I was eligible for working papers. Never had a problem with it. You appreciate things more when you work for them and they're not just handed to you. I just don't understand these kids.

Oh, and career development offices are for guidance and advice; they're not meant to do all the gruntwork for you. Is she serious? YOU have to get your resumes out there and get the interviews. If you want the job so badly, work for it. Get your own name out there. This is such nonsense. I hope the judge laughs her out of court. What a waste of time and money for the judicial system.

Me too. I'm 21 and have been working since I was 14. On and off of course since I went away to school when I was 19 but generally always had a job. I know some kids who are turning 20 and have never held a steady job ever...and they get everything handed to them..new car, etc. Please. Save me her despair over not getting a job. She's got the diploma, thats more than half the battle. In the time she spent filing the damn lawsuit it could have been spent looking for a job. I'll never understand people

[devilsfan0405]

weathergeek87, on Aug 3 2009, 10:53 PM, said:

Me too. I'm 21 and have been working since I was 14. On and off of course since I went away to school when I was 19 but generally always had a job. I know some kids who are turning 20 and have never held a steady job ever...and they get everything handed to them..new car, etc. Please.

The real world is going to kick them straight in the ***. You think that mom or dad can call the HR person at work and "have a talk" with them when you have a bad day at work? Get real.

I've also heard some people say that the career development office may have guaranteed her a job after graduation; therefore, she may have a case. A career development office would never guarantee you a job. Neither would an employment agency. No job is guaranteed, especially in today's economy. They'd be total fools if they promised her anything aside from guidance.

[NittanyLion]

devilsfan0405, on Aug 3 2009, 10:56 PM, said:

The real world is going to kick them straight in the ***. You think that mom or dad can call the HR person at work and "have a talk" with them when you have a bad day at work? Get real.

I've also heard some people say that the career development office may have guaranteed her a job after graduation; therefore, she may have a case. A career development office would never guarantee you a job. Neither would an employment agency. No job is guaranteed, especially in today's economy. They'd be total fools if they promised her anything aside from guidance.

Well not sure if her college did (highly doubt it), but I know Thomas "guarantees" a job.

http://www.thomas.edu/admiss/gjob2.asp

Her whole case is ridiculous though. And in the article it says she "finally" graduated, so she probably took many years to complete a 4-year degree.



Home of the Guaranteed Job!

Graduates Guaranteed a Job in Tough Economy - WABI TV 5
Hear from Jen Higgins, a 2009 Thomas College graduate!

You're hired, guaranteed! That's right-students who graduate from Thomas with a bachelor's in arts or sciences are eligible for the Guaranteed Job Placement Program, which guarantees you a job in your field of study.

Unique in America
The Guaranteed Job Placement program (or G-Job) is the only one of its kind in the nation. No other college or university in America offers this type of job placement guarantee. If you don't secure employment in your field of study within six months after graduation, you can come back to Thomas to take more classes or we'll pay the monthly federally subsidized student loans that you incurred while attending Thomas College for up to one year or until you get a job.

If you are employed within six months following graduation, but the position is not within your field of study (you decide that - for whatever reason), you may take an unlimited number of tuition-free undergraduate courses for up to two years or you can choose to take up to half of the graduate courses required to complete any one of the Master's degree programs at Thomas - again, tuition-free!

How Do I Qualify?
To be eligible for G-Job, you must:
Sign a written agreement with the College
Graduate with a minimum 2.75 cumulative grade-point-average from a baccalaureate degree program. A minimum of 90 credits must be completed in the undergraduate day division
Complete a three-credit-hour internship within your program of study
Register and work with the College's Career Services Office
Be in good financial standing with both the College and student-loan agencies

[devilsfan0405]

NittanyLion, on Aug 3 2009, 11:10 PM, said:

Well not sure if her college did (highly doubt it), but I know Thomas "guarantees" a job.

http://www.thomas.edu/admiss/gjob2.asp

Her whole case is ridiculous though. And in the article it says she "finally" graduated, so she probably took many years to complete a 4-year degree.



Home of the Guaranteed Job!

Graduates Guaranteed a Job in Tough Economy - WABI TV 5
Hear from Jen Higgins, a 2009 Thomas College graduate!

You're hired, guaranteed! That's right-students who graduate from Thomas with a bachelor's in arts or sciences are eligible for the Guaranteed Job Placement Program, which guarantees you a job in your field of study.

Unique in America
The Guaranteed Job Placement program (or G-Job) is the only one of its kind in the nation. No other college or university in America offers this type of job placement guarantee. If you don't secure employment in your field of study within six months after graduation, you can come back to Thomas to take more classes or we'll pay the monthly federally subsidized student loans that you incurred while attending Thomas College for up to one year or until you get a job.

If you are employed within six months following graduation, but the position is not within your field of study (you decide that - for whatever reason), you may take an unlimited number of tuition-free undergraduate courses for up to two years or you can choose to take up to half of the graduate courses required to complete any one of the Master's degree programs at Thomas - again, tuition-free!

How Do I Qualify?
To be eligible for G-Job, you must:
Sign a written agreement with the College
Graduate with a minimum 2.75 cumulative grade-point-average from a baccalaureate degree program. A minimum of 90 credits must be completed in the undergraduate day division
Complete a three-credit-hour internship within your program of study
Register and work with the College's Career Services Office
Be in good financial standing with both the College and student-loan agencies

Interesting; but they're putting that in writing and offering you something in return if they don't come through. I don't see where this girl has any written evidence that she was guaranteed a position upon graduation. It's going to be tough to prove anything without any documentation.

[NittanyLion]

devilsfan0405, on Aug 3 2009, 11:19 PM, said:

Interesting; but they're putting that in writing and offering you something in return if they don't come through. I don't see where this girl has any written evidence that she was guaranteed a position upon graduation. It's going to be tough to prove anything without any documentation.

Oh yes, its a completely different situation. There's no way she wins this and most likely it will end up hurting her in the end. No one will want to hire her now.