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Many adults returning to school after a hiatus are managing multiple commitments. At first, it may seem impossible to achieve...

2/27/2019 | 8 minute read

Pursuing a graduate degree is a big commitment. Aside from the many practical considerations, the decision to earn a master's...

1/15/2019 | 7 minute read

Earning a degree is one way to get on a path toward a more gratifying career. But it presents a dilemma for those who need to...

1/07/2019 | 13 minute read

It’s that time of year again—when we channel our long-held aspirations into shiny New Year’s Resolutions. Filled with outsize...

1/07/2019 | 7 minute read

Graduate studies can open the door to a more fulfilling career. It can provide personal enrichment for people who want to exp...

12/18/2018 | 10 minute read

The start of the semester can be a hectic time. You’re juggling your career, classes, family, and friends. Deb Levy, a certif...

10/01/2018 | 8 minute read

Taking a single course, starting a degree program, or completing a graduate certificate? These helpful tips can help you succ...

8/23/2018 | 11 minute read

Let's take a deep breath and think about the big picture for a moment. Specifically, let's think about how our presence here ...

11/30/2017 | 6 minute read

In an era when toxic substances turn up in everything from our sofa cushions to packaged macaroni and cheese, chemistry has e...

10/18/2017 | 14 minute read

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