New graduates urged to market themselves in tough job market
Dear Joyce says recent grads face softer hiring. Experts advise thorough marketplace study, avoiding a look of distress. Stay in touch with campus placement offices, target growing industries, and use conservative resumes. Build networks with peers and alumni for referrals.
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Demands Grow for Space Shuttle Missions
Washington AP report notes military needs and space station work may raise shuttle flights beyond 24 annually in coming decade. Five missions could be needed for Reagan's Star Wars program if development proceeds, says Lt. Gen. James A. Abrahamson, head of SDIO.
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Parents gain chance to choose baby sex in Minnesota
University of Minnesota Hospitals offers a program combining artificial insemination with sex-selective sperm separation. Since its start, 18 couples have attempted the procedure with eight seeking boys and ten girls. About 300 dollars per try, two to three attempts typical, insurance unlikely to cover.
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Minneapolis
University of Minnesota
Hugh Hensleigh
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Theodore Nagel
Arms sales threaten peace plan in Middle East
A secret Reagan administration review of arms sales policy in the Middle East circulates in Congress as some House members warn that any sales could ruin progress in the Arab-Israeli peace process. The study could pave the way for arms sales to Jordan and Saudi Arabia, though no requests will be acted on before September. Richard Murphy says the report offers a framework for potential requests and notes new opportunities for peace talks, including a three way meeting with Jordan and Palestinian representatives.
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