Tag Archives: public service

Federal loan forgiveness for public service — finally implemented

Posted on 17 July 2009 by Samir

It seems the College Cost Reduction Act of 2007 is finally getting fully implemented, and is retroactive to October 2007… It’s about time! Have I mentioned I’m a big fan of John Berry? A new program allows people who work … Continue reading →

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Federal Student Loan Repayment Assistance/Forgiveness for Public Servants

Posted on 11 February 2008 by Samir

I was out to dinner recently with the parents of one of my favorite past interns, Sarah Schrag. There I was, intently talking about gender-neutral restrooms with Sarah and her mom at a french restaurant in Bethesda, when Sarah’s dad … Continue reading →

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MakingTheDifference.org

Posted on 1 February 2008 by Samir

MakingTheDifference.org is a student-focused effort of the Partnership for Public Service that provides a variety of features to help students/graduates find work in the federal government, including a comprehensive guide to jobs in federal government, information about loan repayment opportunities, … Continue reading →

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Obama for Change in 2008

Posted on 27 January 2008 by Samir

I am no longer proclaiming ambivalence to the leading Democratic candidates. I still believe both Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama bring separate but undeniably strong qualities to the table. And I believe that either would, as President, challenge the status … Continue reading →

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