Americans looking to earn degrees at their own speed can now do so via their mobile phones after Cornerstone University tailored degree offerings in its business program to cater to students who prefer a self-paced program that can be completed on a smartphone. “We developed the nation’s first mobile platform to deliver an accredited undergraduate degree and … Read more
Researchers are finally getting to the bottom of a troubling trend. Once considered a disease of older adults, colorectal cancer has now overtaken breast and brain cancers to become the leading cause of cancer deaths among Americans under 50. But a new study suggests that the burden isn’t spread evenly, finding that deaths among younger … Read more
DEAR ABBY: A longtime friend recently accused me of lying about my education, and I’m still stunned by it. I completed my undergraduate studies in the U.S., earning a BA, and later earned a master’s degree from a French university. Recently, during an exchange on Facebook, my friend asserted, quite confidently, that I was lying … Read more
Thinking of taking those big brains to grad school? Depending on your field of choice, it may not stretch your career prospects or future earnings — just your own wallet. According to a study recently released by the Postsecondary Education & Economics Center at American University, which was originally based on research from the Yale … Read more
No textbooks, no homework, no teachers. Welcome to the future of education. At least according to Alpha School, a fast-growing network of private academies that claims to be revolutionizing education with artificial intelligence. At Alpha — which has locations in Austin, Miami, San Francisco and New York City, and charges tuition of up to $65,000 … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My son took out a couple of education loans, which I cosigned when he was starting college 10 years ago. A couple of years ago, I found out (from someone else) that he never finished college. When I confronted him, he mentioned that he “intends” to finish college and is working toward it. … Read more
It’s NOT just like mom used to make. A crew of Long Island eighth grade boys beat out 260 entries to earn the title of best mac’n’cheese recipe in the state — with ingredients like sweet corn, Muenster cheese and garlic toast breadcrumbs. Eleven Southampton Intermediate School kids in the last-period cooking club also used … Read more
Nine-year-old Stefan Merrill Block hated his new school in Plano, Texas. It was boring, stifling. His homeroom teacher shook him by the shoulders in front of all his classmates when he asked too many questions one day. He even started a novel about a boy who escapes from school. He would come home and sulk … Read more
Parents across the country are shelling out more money than ever before on education costs for their children. In New York City, the average private school parent is paying $27,322 for high school tuition, with some prestigious schools topping $70,000. Additionally, families are making enormous expenditures on back-to-school supplies as well as tutoring, test prep, … Read more
It might finally be time to set those parental controls. New research suggests that social media isn’t just feeding your kid the latest memes — it may actually be messing with their brainpower. The study out of UC San Francisco found that children who spend more time on the apps scored lower on reading, vocabulary … Read more
“Mentors help students develop soft skills, such as time management, communication, networking and confidence building,” says Ali Mantell, vice president of enrollment at college admissions consulting firm Command Education. Adobe stock Getting into the college of your dreams can feel like navigating an obstacle course — blindfolded, with an arm tied behind your back. Even … Read more
College grads are trading chapel bells for career goals. A new study published by Education Economics finds that college graduates are significantly less likely to get married, especially in their 20s and 30s. Researchers from Iowa University analyzed US Census data from over 8 million Americans to determine how much higher education is shaking up … Read more
Prince Harry is keen for his children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, to follow in his footsteps by receiving a British education, according to a former palace staffer. The Duke of Sussex, 40, has been raising his two youngsters, ages 6 and 4, with his wife, Meghan Markle, in Montecito, Calif., since 2020. However, according … Read more
Is college becoming obsolete? A survey of 1,000 full-time Gen Z employees across the US, conducted by ResumeGenius, found that a good number of these young adults wish they’d pursued a different degree — or not attend college at all. According to the survey, about one in four Gen Zers said they regret attending college … Read more
People increasingly support school phone bans — and New York got the message. As New York bans cellphone use during the school day, a recent study conducted by the Pew Research Center found that support for phone bans in school is increasing. The majority of U.S. adults support prohibiting students from using their phones during … Read more
He can’t vote for another seven years, but one determined young cancer survivor is turning political differences into conversation starters — for kids. “I realized some kids never learn that disagreement doesn’t equal dislike,” said Jacob Brody of his new website and initiative, Kids4Tolerance.org. Jacob, 11, said he was bullied for his beliefs last month at … Read more
What Sophie Turner learned will never disappear. The actress, 29, who played Sansa Stark on “Game of Thrones” from 2011 to 2019, revealed how taking on the role at 14 years old shaped her. Turner admitted that she learned everything she knows from her time on the set, including some NSFW information. Sophie Turner on … Read more
In a school environment, your child’s teacher is usually nothing more to you than what appears at face value. They’re the person you trust to educate your child on everything from math and history to life skills, the name you see on reports, and the person you catch up with at parent-teacher interviews and school assemblies. But, of course, … Read more
For some, the emotional cost of a paycheck is steep. A new study suggests that workers in certain industries are significantly more likely to grapple with depression and frequent mental distress. Researchers say the findings should serve as a wake-up call for employers to rethink how they design the mental health benefits for their employees. … Read more
A doctor has become an influencer and now makes more money on social media than her $300K physician salary — sharing educational videos online. Dr. Fran Haydanek, 37, graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2017 and started working as an obstetrician-gynecologist – OB/GYN — earning $300K a year. In 2021, Dr. Fran … Read more