Tag: college

Americans are better educated than ever before. The most recent census found that 33.4 percent of adults over the age of 24 have earned a bachelor's degree or more.

The mere idea of spending four or more years trudging between university lecture halls, writing papers and taking exams is more than some people can bear not to mention the cost of tuition, and the burden of student-loan debt.

The college enrollment rate has fallen in recent years, and many high school graduates are looking for lucrative opportunities that do not require four years of college tuition.

By this afternoon, I’ll be able to say that I am the parent of a college graduate.

Sitting in a college math class, a former Marine waits patiently to get back his test. The professor addresses the class as the corrected exams are distributed.

A University of Northern Iowa student is using her trumpet to give back to veterans, playing "Taps" at many local military funerals.

'Tis the season for seeking out scholarships, and the Fisher House Foundation has launched a free search tool to help troops, veterans and families get their share of these education-budget boosters.

About one-third of veterans who take advantage of the education benefits offered by the Veterans Affairs Department eventually drop out of college or other training certificate program, often overwhelmed by the challenges faced in transitioning from service member to student.

Camden County College officials cut the red, white and blue ribbon Thursday on a small room for veterans to quietly study on campus.

When George Turner left the Air Force, he found himself missing “meaningful work.”

You’ve already made one major transition, learning to undo your military mindset and getting into the collegiate brain space. It can be a tough transition, finding a way to engage in the informal culture that drives academia.

While chatting with visitors Thursday, Zaida Nogue kept an eye on the open door to her office, scanning the faces of students.

Nearly half a year after it suspended operations, leaders of The Pathway Home in Yountville are organizing a comeback – with a new focus on helping those struggling to shift from military service to civilian college life.