Education for All Creates Guidebook to Increase Student Voting
In an effort to encourage more postsecondary students to register and vote, Education for All (EFA), a group of over 250 college presidents, mostly from...
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Report Shows Increases in Retention and Persistence
The rate of college freshmen returning for a second year is at a decade high. A new report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center...
Trans Participation and the Burden of Marginalized Groups
Earlier this year, LGBTQ+ students and victims of campus sexual assault gained new protections under the Biden-Harris Administration’s finalized revision of Title IX regulations. The...
Study: Law School Debt Weighs Down Many
In its latest report regarding higher education’s return on investment (ROI), Georgetown University’s Center for Education and the Workforce (CEW) has analyzed 186 law schools...
Workforce Status Makes the Difference for Undocumented Graduates
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) and undocumented graduates continue to take on leading positions at some of America’s largest economic engines like Google and...
End of the Rainbow?
Anti-DEI and anti-LGBTQ+ legislation passed in states like Texas and Florida is tied to a national trend of trying to make LGBTQ+ people and people...
Red Lake Nation College Breaks New Ground in Urban Setting
Humility. Truth. Courage. Honesty. Respect. Love. Wisdom. Those are the seven Ojibwe values that guide all instruction at Red Lake Nation College (RLNC), a two-year...
Landscape Review Finds More Questions in Link Between Higher Ed and Civic Engagement
While there is a broad understanding that participating in higher education leads to increased levels of civic participation, conflicting narratives exist about this link. So,...
Nationwide, Institutions Prepare to Celebrate and Educate on Juneteenth
While the holiday itself falls on Wednesday, June 19, the teams at the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), a consortium of seven, two-year, public institutions...
New Book Examines Foster Care Students in College
In his new book, From Foster Care to College, Dr. Royel M. Johnson, an associate professor and director at the University of Southern California (USC)...
Number of Some College, No Credential Students Continues to Increase
While more students with some college, no credential (SCNC) re-enrolled in educational programs this year than last year, there are still 36.8 million Americans under...
Cardona Calls for FSA Changes, But Experts Say the Damage is Done
It’s been a year of missteps, miscalculations, confusion, delays, glitches, and frustration after the botched launch of the simplified FAFSA, which has prevented financial aid...
When Education Fails to Align with the Workforce
More than one quarter of all middle-skills credentials and associate degrees offered nationwide are misaligned with the needs of their local labor markets, according to the...
An Outsider’s View, Self-Worth
Before 2011, Amy Chua would have described herself as a “mild mannered professor.” She was teaching law at Yale University and raising her two daughters....
Manufacturing in #YesWV – Made in the Mountain State
Consumers are in constant contact with products containing elements made in West Virginia. Base polymers in cosmetics and window seals to finished goods: spark plugs,...
Love is the Critical Ingredient for Black Men
High school graduation rates for young Black men have improved in the last decade — since 2012, U.S. graduation rates increased overall by 4%, while...
Building Support for a Major
The push for more representation and education about Asian identities at Amherst College has been a multi-decade affair. It’s involved protests and urging from all...
While Spring Enrollment is Up, Experts Advise Caution
Spring enrollment numbers are looking up across the postsecondary sector, according to the latest data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, which collects data...
Providing Wraparound Services for UCONN’s Asian American Studies
Within Hartford, Connecticut, lies a vast community made up of people from across the Asian continent. The Asian population in Hartford County alone totals more...
70 Years After Brown v. Board of Education
Seven decades ago, U.S. civil rights history was made with the Brown v. Board of Education decision. When the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled in May...
Morehouse College Prepares for Possible Protests
When Dr. Travis C. Smith, assistant professor of higher education administration at Auburn University, heard that President Joseph R. Biden would be speaking at Morehouse...
The Future is Bright for Indiana University’s 15-Year-Old Graduate
On May 8, Khaya Njumbe walked across the commencement stage at Indiana University (IU) Northwest. At 15 years old, he is one of Indiana’s youngest...
While Some Institutions Choose Police Response, Others Choose to Listen
In the spring of protest, two institutional responses to the encampments of pro-Palestine protestors have emerged: peaceful and non-peaceful. The majority of protesting students are...
Building Your Career Abroad: Insights from Erica Yanney
Key Takeaways New professionals should immerse themselves in observing the work culture, including communication styles, hierarchy, and work-life balance, to adapt seamlessly. Overcome language barriers...
Casey Chung on Crafting a Fulfilling Career in Accounting
Key Takeaways Role Diversity and Stress: Accountants face stress from long hours and constant updates in tax and accounting policies. Combating Burnout: Effective communication and...
5 important facts you should know about sign-on bonuses before you accept your next job offer
Employees and job seekers like you are crucial to making companies run. Without them, there would be no company to speak of. As global job...
Influence Yourself
With the advent of social media came a new communication reckoning. A more fluid path to share ideas, opinions, experiences & observations. We wrote, we...
The Many Hats of a Psychologist: A Conversation with Dr. Justin D’Arienzo
Key Takeaways Most people don’t know the difference between a psychologist, social worker, and psychiatrist, and there are significant differences in the training and what...
The Career Coach Chronicles: Advice from Noelle Gross
Key Takeaways Value-Based Career Identification: Discover your ideal career by aligning it with your core values and interests. Identify skills that fulfill these values to...
20 Years in Finance: An Interview with Sam G. Huszczo, CFA, CFP, and Entrepreneur
Key Takeaways Unlike Statistics and Accounting, you never know exactly what you are walking into day-to-day in Finance. When working on a 20-year project it...
The Career Coach Chronicles: Advice from Adrienne Tom
Key Takeaways Resume Evolution: Executive resumes have evolved from basic job histories to strategic documents, requiring a balance of AI and personalization for effectiveness in...
Mastering the Blueprint: A Q&A with Seasoned Civil Drafter and Designer Sam Baker
Key Takeaways Most people are not aware that the term civil drafting could involve working on roadways, utilities, subdivisions, railways, parks, water tanks, bridges, and...
Half a Century of Innovation: A Conversation with Chemical Engineer Dr. Joel Shertok
Key Takeaways Formal education gets you only so far. The most important contributor to your continuing education and evolution as an engineer (and person) are...
The Career Coach Chronicles: Advice from Austin Belcak
Key Takeaways Non-Traditional Networking: Focus on connecting with individuals who have a non-traditional background in your target industry. The Portfolio Strategy: Create content that demonstrates...
A Selection of Readings From the Core Masterclass
Victor Freitas @unsplash One thing is evident. We cannot expect to draw against a core that has been woefully neglected. Following this thread, I thought...
The Career Coach Chronicles: Advice From Colleen Paulson
Key Takeaways Overcoming Ageism: Gen X and Baby Boomer professionals can counter ageism by creating succinct resumes, highlighting key career achievements, and actively using LinkedIn...
The Career Coach Chronicles: Advice from Teegan Bartos
Key Takeaways Focus on Resume Content and Design: Highlight your unique value and skills; use a clear, visually appealing layout. Strategically Address Gaps and Career...
System Design Interview Survival Guide: Tips to Navigate Interviews
System Design Interviews are challenging for many developers because they aim to test not just technical knowledge but critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well....
The Career Coach Chronicles: Advice from Virginia Franco
Key Takeaways Digital platforms and social media have evolved resume writing into a concise style. Online reading preferences for skimming necessitate resumes to be brief,...
3 Ways to Stay Relevant as an Experienced Software Engineer
Hint: Learning System Design is key for software engineers Software engineers who have been working in the industry for a while can still take steps...
Behind the Scenes with Jove Meyer: Insights from NYC’s Premier Event Planner and Wedding Design Innovator
Key Takeaways Event planning is demanding but rewarding for those who love it. No two days are the same as an event planner. So it’s...
Top 14 ISTP Careers
Individuals with an ISTP personality type thrive in practical and hands-on environments that allow for immediate results. Their analytical minds and practical application make them...
Be the Ultimate Assistant: A Candid Interview with a Seasoned Executive Assistant
Bonnie Low-Kramen, author of “Be the Ultimate Assistant,” shares her experiences as an executive assistant to an Oscar-winning actress and her advocacy against workplace bullying...
Top 16 ENTJ Careers
People with an ENTJ personality type thrive in environments that demand strategic thinking, clear direction, and the ability to lead with confidence. Their leadership skills...
Top 14 ISFP Careers
If you resonate with an ISFP personality type, you’re likely to value personal fulfillment, creativity, and a harmonious work-life balance in your career. Finding a...
Top 14 ENTP Careers
People with an ENTP personality type thrive in dynamic and forward-thinking environments that encourage creative thinking, innovation, and creative problem-solving. Their ability to break conventions...
Top 14 ESFP Careers
Individuals who identify as an ESFP personality type prioritize personal enjoyment, creativity, and a seamless integration of work and life in their careers. Discovering a...
Top 14 ESFJ Careers
Individuals with an ESFJ personality type possess a distinctive array of traits that help them thrive in professions that prioritize empathy, strong interpersonal abilities, and...
Top 14 ESTP Careers
Individuals with an ESTP personality type excel in fast-paced, action-oriented settings that require quick decision-making, adaptability, and hands-on problem-solving. Their practical and results-driven approach makes...
Top 14 ESTJ Careers
Individuals with an ESTJ personality type excel in structured and well-organized settings that value practicality, orderliness, and a systematic approach. ESTJs are best suited for...