In 2012, the presidential election put student loans in the middle of the national conversation. Despite the massive amount of attention paid to the problem throughout the year, actual solutions seemed few and far between.The partisan gridlock that characterizes Washington D.C. didn’t help students and recent graduates feel that the issue of .. more »

Public libraries provide the surrounding population with more than “just books.” Even the most underfunded in the United States still features one or two programs meant to engage the community, such as story time and free or extremely inexpensive classes and basic computer and peripheral access for families without such perks at home. .. more »

Despite an overall decline in fall 2012 enrollment compared to fall 2011, enrollments in four-year, private, not-for-profit colleges and universities increased slightly, according to a recent report by The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center... more »

While the freshman population at most colleges is a pretty accurate representation of the diversity in America, the group of students who will stick around to graduate isn’t. In recent years, graduation rates have plummeted overall but especially for students who are of African-American, Hispanics, and Native American backgrounds. More minority .. more »

A new year is approaching and for many, especially recent college graduates, this will also mean the start of a job hunt. A bachelor’s degree is an essential tool to have under one’s belt, especially now, with more jobs requiring at least a bachelor’s degree.Some top emerging online trends recently identified for 2013 included social media, .. more »

Every season should be a season of generosity and caring, but it’s usually the span between (American) Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day when everyone starts focusing on these qualities. For the cash-strapped, donating older items makes for a fantastic opportunity to support the community without causing a bend in the bank. For the .. more »

Thanks to a rather glum employment outlook following the completion of a bachelor’s degree, many students opt to turn their time and finances toward striving for a master’s or Ph.D. But the sheer levels of physical and mental energy required to start the process could probably power the Large Hadron Collider. Fortunately, though, social media .. more »

Doctor, lawyer, architect, or engineer – regardless of your profession, an advanced understanding of business practices can be beneficial to any career. Dual MBA degrees are increasing in popularity at business schools around the country, and many are finding their way online... more »

Not everyone is lucky enough to land his or her dream job immediately after graduating from college. Consider Matthew Meuleners one of the lucky ones... more »

Despite making up more than half of all college students, women are a rarity in many STEM fields, a fact that translates to few women taking on leading roles in the working world as well. While much has been done to try to draw more women into these fields, many believe that changes need to occur early on, so that even very young girls see science, .. more »

One of the top business schools in the nation, Thunderbird School of Global Management, recently announced Larry Penley as its new president and Chief Academic Officer. Penley brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in both the business and academic worlds. He was the president of Colorado State University, dean of Arizona State University’s .. more »

Massive Open Online Courses, or MOOCs, attract students around the world thanks to their relative cost-effectiveness and heightened accessibility for individuals with varying needs precluding enrollment in more traditional higher ed outlets. There’s even been a MOOC about MOOCS (how meta!). Offerings vary from website to website, of course, but .. more »

Give us your old Wildcraft bag and we will pass it on to someone who needs it. To validate it we will even share the picture of the receiver with the gear. Contact us at share@wildcraft.in... more »

It's common knowledge that universities often hold amazing pieces in their library collections, from rare books to priceless works of art. Many are available for viewing simply by visiting the university, but many others are not available for public access, or visitors simply don't have the time or resources to visit in person. That's why so many .. more »

While some drivers swap their cars out every couple of years to get the newest and shiniest model, others of us are much more loyal to our trusty rides. We maintain them, pay them off in full, and try to keep that engine ticking until it just won’t go anymore. Whether you need to keep your car running because you can’t afford another or just .. more »

By definition, most students are of average intellect. They are able to learn material and move on to something else at a pace that teachers can generally gauge and plan around. But every so often, a kid comes along who’s so freaky-smart, all the plans that work for the average kids go out the window. Some teachers get frustrated or exasperated .. more »

The University of Wisconsin recently launched the first of its competency based degree programs. The programs, which are being offered under the university’s UW Flexible Option, will begin enrolling students in Fall 2013 and are designed to appeal to nontraditional students.The university is offering four degree programs—two nursing degrees, a .. more »

The majority of Americans supports the nation’s higher education system while a majority of young adults are in favor of online college degrees, according to a poll conducted by FTI Consulting and released Nov. 27 by Northeastern University... more »

The relationship between the body politic and the ivory tower has grown a bit strained. Our founding fathers (who, to our continuing benefit, made up one of the most extraordinary cliques of brainiacs ever assembled), considered higher learning an essential duty for citizens... more »

Selling your car online allows you to reach far more potential buyers than you would by placing an ad in a newspaper. But using the Internet doesn’t mean you won’t have to vet and meet potential buyers in person, or that you won’t have to deal with all the paperwork necessary to transfer ownership of your vehicle to that buyer. If you’re .. more »