Majors

New to college? There are many decisions to make, and all the choices can feel overwhelming. You may be deciding whether you'll take classes on campus or online (or both), whether you'll live in an apartment or a dorm, or even what school you'd like to attend. Choosing a major can feel like one more . . .

Attitudes toward teaching and teachers have changed in many ways over the years, and not always in the teachers' favor, but one thing remains unchanged - we always need them. The education system may look different from one generation to the next, and even one year to the next, but when it comes down to . . .

The 21st century has seen a major emphasis on professional education; tons of ink and uncountable billions of pixels have been spent on the growth of STEM education, business education, computer education, and medical education. But one interesting development in the past two decades has been a new emphasis on vocational education - education for . . .

People are more aware of the importance of mental health today than in the past, and the stigma that once attached to receiving therapy or counseling has largely eroded in the last generation, so career potential for psychologists and counselors is promising. Psychology and Counseling are two related fields - both are centered around mental . . .

If you want the security of knowing you can get a job anytime, anywhere, at practically a moment’s notice, there’s pretty much only one field that can deliver: Nursing and Healthcare. The Healthcare Industry is the third fastest-growing sector in the US, after technology and construction, and according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs . . .

There's a lot of talk today about whether a liberal arts or humanities degree is really worthwhile. Maybe it's been good enough for the last three thousand years of western civilization, but surely today liberal arts and humanities learning is outdated and obsolete. Then you hear what employers are looking for in candidates - out-of-the-box . . .

The pioneer days of computer science are behind us - computer technology is normal. With a new generation of digital natives growing up in an environment in which computer technology is taken for granted and no longer carries an air of sci-fi and mystery, we have a well-established industry, clearly defined higher education programs, and . . .

Forget the “Don’t Major in Business!” trend-pieces that go viral on Facebook every few months. As Calvin Coolidge said a century ago, the business of America is business, and as far as anyone can see, few degree fields are as beneficial as business management majors. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports healthcare occupations are on . . .

If you love to draw, paint, take photos, make things, and express ideas in a visual way, you may have considered going to school to become an artist. And chances are, if you've spoken those thoughts out loud, someone said, “But you can't make a living as an artist!” It may have been a friend, . . .

Finance majors usually love mathematics. They are excited about the ways that it impacts the business world. This excellent degree choice offers challenging work in a variety of industries. Everyone knows many finance jobs come with generous salaries. Newly minted finance graduates make employment decisions. It’s good to reflect on some of the best paying . . .

If you're working towards attending one of the top medical schools, you have an exciting journey in front of you. You will face many challenges along the way, and you must dedicate plenty of time to your studies if you would like to set a solid foundation. You can expect about seven to eight years . . .

In the US, we've always looked at criminal justice and law as a reliable career option; while being a law enforcement officer may be dangerous, with that danger comes a steady paycheck, benefits, and retirement, along with the respect and admiration that comes with the role. In the 21st century, though, criminal justice encompasses far . . .