I recently helped organize the University of California, Berkeley (Cal) Summer Welcome Party for new students from Sacramento, California put on by the Sacramento Chapter of the Cal Alumni Association. I remember the exciting and daunting days of going to University and was happy to...

Money can bring out all kinds of emotions, especially when tied to big ideas like what you want to do with your life. There’s a widely accepted idea that going to college and getting a four-year degree is the best way to a successful career or financial future.

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