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Smart Manufacturing Apprenticeships Can Give Students College Alternatives: This Is How
Many high school students see college as the obvious step toward adulthood. There is some truth in this since a college diploma opens many doors in high-demand fields and greatly boosts your chances at a successful career. However, for a large number of students, college is also an enormous rigor and expense, and taking a loan is more of a loss than a gain even if the long run.
By Tiffany Harper7 years ago in Education
Evolution
A theory is an idea that is used to explain something. An example of a theory would be Darwin’s theory of evolution, or Darwinism. According to Charles Darwin, random mutations constantly change all living things. (Masci 747) This mutation can explain the theory of evolution. In 1859, Darwin published a book, On the Origin of Species. Darwin’s book focuses on his theory of evolution. Religious individuals, including teachers and scientists, doubted Darwin’s theory. (Masci 747) Since certain teachers are in disbelief of Darwin’s theory, this sparked a debate on what to teach future generations. We should not confuse facts with our beliefs and opinions. We need to teach kids about Darwin's theory of evolution.
By Courtney Keller7 years ago in Education
Things I Wish I Knew Before Attending a Predominately White Institution
PWI. For the purposes of this blog and my actual life, I am not referring to Pro Wrestling Illustrated or Public Windows Interface. I am referring to what is known as a Predominately White Institution. Yes, essentially a college where I am likely to be the only person of color in the room. Majority of the faculty, students, trustees, founders, and administrators are white. White walls, white floors, whiteboard and me...brown skin.
By Alyssa Wilson7 years ago in Education
What It's Really like to Be in a Sorority
I came into college not knowing a single soul other than my roommate, who happened to be my best friend from home. I knew for a long time I wanted to rush and join a sorority, but when I did, I ended up having a lot of mixed feelings and doubts: Did I really belong here? Was I making the right choice? A series of “what if’s” rang through my head. But it was on the third or fourth day of rush that I knew. When I got a bid, I knew. During that first semester, I really knew. This was where I was meant to be. Through the chapter, I found my “sisterhood.”
By Suzanne Gayle7 years ago in Education
Ancient Greece vs. Modern America
Most of the whole world, especially Americans, believe that America’s schools are the worst schools ever. Their reasoning is that these schools were made during the Industrial Revolution to prepare children for work. Schools are still claiming to do that, but times have changed. Work settings value leadership and creativity, not the “shut up, do work” method schools are still using. But (just a random thought) what if our education system originated in Ancient Greece? How different would it be? And would it be any better?
By Lillian McCoy7 years ago in Education
5 Quick Ways to Pay Back Your Student Loans. Top Story - December 2018.
One in four Americans under the age of 30 are in debt from student loans. In fact, Americans as a whole owe about 1.3 trillion dollars. Although that is just a portion of what the Trump tax cuts are going to cost, it doesn't seem like help is coming anytime soon for students. With no way out, here are some tips to paying back your student loans as quick as possible.
By Corey Adkins7 years ago in Education
10 Gifts for Your New STEM Grad
An education in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) is one of the most challenging degrees to obtain. Over the last decade, the popularity in these courses have increased, becoming more common for both men and women. Through all levels of education, STEM is among the most respected areas of study.
By Stephanie Gladwell7 years ago in Education
College Daze: Surviving Your First Semester. Top Story - December 2018.
College. University. School. Whatever you want to call it, you will have the same reaction to it if you're dreading your very first day... "UGH! Spending money just to be trapped in classes for more years?"
By Danielle Bryant7 years ago in Education
Why Do People Homeschool Their Children?
Among those with school-aged children, 3 percent of people homeschool them, according to the National Home Education Research. They also showed that 91 percent said that they homeschooled children because they had a concern for the environment in public schools and private schools. For some people, they may have no idea why parents choose to homeschool. A lot of people think that when their kids go to school, they get a break! Who in their right mind would choose to homeschool their kids and give that up? Well, there are actually legitimate reasons as to why people homeschool their children.
By Stephanie Gladwell7 years ago in Education
The Spirit of Wisdom (Part 2)
In our mission to reshape the American education system we must eventually meet a key roadblock restricting the students in our nation. The fact that the sheer amount of young people that must be attended to is more than can be expected of any school. This harsh reality bleeds into school policy, necessitating the control of kids just to have a peaceful environment just to have the possibility to learn.
By Drake Collins7 years ago in Education
