“We don’t get harmony when everybody sings the same note.” These words from author Steve Goodier speak to the value of being open to different perspectives. Often the richest learning and discoveries happen when people listen to the varied and unique perspectives of co-workers, fellow students, and other people they encounter. When you open yourself to new ideas, you expand your perspective and view of the world. Expand Your Thinking Learning about the experiences of others can expand one’s thinking and scope of experience. Kathryn Funk shares an experience she had as an online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) […]

Staying healthy in college is an important component of success. Getting enough sleep can help ensure you’ll remain mentally alert during class and while working on homework assignments. Eating whole, nutritious foods (as opposed to a diet of pizza, potato chips, and meal replacement bars) can help you remain focused and energized. The benefits of staying healthy while learning aren’t just anecdotal. A significant association has been documented between students’ dietary behaviors, health, and academic performance, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Staying on top of your health can help you ward off illness and maintain […]

Adult learners trying to be parents, partners, employees, and students simultaneously can find that staying on top of their various responsibilities is difficult. If you’re among the millions of adults who aren’t highly organized, some of your must-do tasks like finishing homework assignments, finalizing work projects, hiring a plumber, picking up the dry cleaning, or baking cupcakes for an event at your child’s school can get lost in the mix. The good news is that several apps and websites are now available that can help you manage your time, your finances, and other aspects of your life. Below are a […]

The nation added an impressive 517,000 new jobs in January 2023, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) — more than twice what economists had predicted. Not only were job gains in the first month of 2023 robust, the BLS further reported that the unemployment rate fell to 3.4%, its lowest level since 1969. Professionals interested in increasing their ability to advance in areas where job growth is strongest, such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and healthcare, may be interested in learning more about how to stand out in today’s competitive job market. Anyone concerned about staying relevant, […]