A Shift in Hiring Practices Vice President Kamala Harris's recent endorsement of skill-based hiring marks a significant shift in the American labor market, and many believe it could be the key to a more inclusive and dynamic economy. For decades, the gold standard for job qualifications was a
September 24, 2024The University System of Georgia (USG) has achieved a remarkable milestone, awarding an unprecedented 76,571 degrees in the last fiscal year. This 1.8% increase over the previous year highlights the concerted effort put forth by USG's 26 institutions to enhance degree completion rates among
September 13, 2024Space exploration has reached new heights with recent developments in both government and private sectors. The European Space Agency (ESA) and SpaceX have made headlines with two significant missions: the JUICE spacecraft's groundbreaking flyby and Transporter 11's massive satellite
August 19, 2024Despite the widespread belief that higher education is the primary path to financial success, recent reflections on Vietnamese society challenge this conventional wisdom by exploring how individuals with less formal education can achieve significant wealth. Real-life examples from the author's
August 12, 2024In recent years, concerns have been mounting about the growing disparity in access to elite universities, especially for disadvantaged students. Various factors, such as rising cost-of-living expenses, academic disruptions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, and pervasive anti-university
August 12, 2024In a remarkable achievement that underscores the power of resilience and community support, eight teachers from the Cook Islands have successfully earned their Bachelor of Education degrees from the University of the South Pacific (USP). This accomplishment was far from easy, involving significant
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