6 Side Hustles for Nurses
By most standards, RNs have good salaries. Still, whether you are just getting started in a nursing career or are a seasoned professional, taking a
August 27, 2020
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Benefits of a Master’s Degree in Nursing
The benefits of earning a master’s in nursing are enough to inspire nurses to consider a Master of Science in Nursing program. Looking at
August 27, 2020
Belinda Renteria Draws on Personal Experience to Guide Potential Students
When Belinda Renteria immigrated to the United States from Mexico with her family, she soldiered through the hardships they faced. “It was crazy,” she said.
August 27, 2020
The Surprising Benefits of a Liberal Arts Education
Once thought to be impractical, liberal arts degrees are surprisingly versatile and offer a great deal of potential career satisfaction and financial payoff. Moreover,
August 25, 2020
Isabel Becerra Changes Career Direction By Earning Master’s Degree Online
After 16 years as a classroom teacher, Isabel Becerra needed a change. “I felt stuck,” she said. “I wanted to be able to do
August 13, 2020
MS in MIS at LU = ROI for Online Student Stephen Greene
Some things just make sense. For Stephen Greene, earning his Master of Science in Management Information Systems online from Lamar University is all about
July 22, 2020
How School Administrators Can Overcome Bad Leadership Decisions
Every day, school administrators and educators find themselves in challenging situations that require immediate and smart decisions. While all part of an educator’s profession,
July 22, 2020
Eileen Borski Quenches Thirst for More Knowledge in Online M.Ed. Program
It’s been nearly eight years since Eileen Borski left a financial career behind to answer a higher calling at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in
July 22, 2020
What Teachers Need to Know About ‘Twice-Exceptional’ Students
Teachers and academic leaders have a responsibility to instruct students with a wide variety of skills and abilities. Some students work far below grade
July 22, 2020
Enrollment Specialist Victor Alaniz Thrives on Being a People Person
Victor Alaniz has spent his career surrounded by gemstones and milestones. After working for 12 years in retail jewelry sales, the Rio Grande Valley native
July 20, 2020
What’s Trending in Communications?
The technology shaping the world of communications is evolving quickly. Even after smartphones and social media have become communications mainstays, popular platforms and expectations
July 9, 2020
5 Societal Trends Affecting Business Right Now
In order for a business to thrive, the decision-makers must be aware of the societal trends that have an impact on their employees’ expectations of
July 9, 2020
7 Jobs for Sociology Majors
Human relationships and interactions are complex, varied and one of the most basic building blocks of civilization. Sociology can be an interesting field of study
July 9, 2020
How Do Federal Law Enforcement Jobs Pay?
For the criminal justice professional, a federal law enforcement job can provide a stable career with dependable, well-structured advancement opportunities. People with a bachelor’s degree
July 9, 2020
How to Become an ESL Teacher in Texas
“Texas schools have added more than 300,000 bilingual students in the past decade,” according to research by the Texas Tribune. Many of these students may
July 8, 2020
A Highly Recommended Educational Administration Degree
In the academic year 2015-16, 786,000 master’s degrees were conferred in the United States by postsecondary institutions, and 19 percent of these were in the
July 8, 2020
How to Transition Into School Administration
Making the move from teaching to administration can take many different paths. Some teachers plan to become principals right from the start, and they
July 8, 2020
What Is the Time Commitment of an Online M.Ed. in Educational Administration?
Working professionals interested in pursuing an advanced degree in educational administration can continue to work full time and balance that commitment with their studies
July 8, 2020
Gabby Chavez Helps Potential Cardinals Land at Lamar University
Although Gabby Chavez became a mother at 15 years old, she remained focused on finishing school. The Alamo, Texas, native enrolled in a self-paced program
June 18, 2020
Types of Jobs for a Criminal Justice Major
Earning a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) online from Lamar University can help law enforcement professionals pursue a wide variety of careers in
June 8, 2020
Forrest Simpson’s “Secret” BBA in Management is Paying Off
It started last year, when one of Forrest Simpson’s employees asked two simple questions: “Where did you go to school?” and “What degree do
June 8, 2020
How to Create a Strong School Culture
Former teacher and principal Roland S. Barth describes school culture as “a complex pattern of norms, attitudes, beliefs, behaviors, values, ceremonies, traditions, and myths that are
June 5, 2020
Continued Need for ESL Teachers in Texas
The Department of Education has recently published its annual “Teacher Shortage Nationwide List” for 2017/2018. This list is a reference document that is intended to
June 5, 2020
How to Lead Innovation in Education
Many teachers not born in the digital age are skeptical about expanding the use of technology in the classroom. They are concerned about the
June 5, 2020
Job Options for Those With an Entrepreneurship Degree
Did you know that entrepreneurship is a popular major for Millennials? A study by Millennial Branding identified entrepreneurship as one of the most common majors for
June 3, 2020
How to Engage in Conflict Resolution
No matter where you work, there will always be the potential for conflict between employees. Whether it’s a personal disagreement or a schism over how
June 3, 2020
What Does It Take to Become an Entrepreneur?
The dream of being one’s own boss is a common one. Yet successful entrepreneurship does not just happen: A person must have the right skills,
June 3, 2020
Counseling From a Multicultural Viewpoint
Counseling educators often encourage their students to embrace cultural diversity when working with clients of different racial, religious and economic backgrounds, different sexual identity, and
May 19, 2020
Why Earn an MPA Degree?
If you desire to work for the public in a meaningful way, you may find the comprehensive education you need through an online Master of
May 11, 2020
Top Skills for Public Administration Workers
If you’re a young professional with some experience in the public administration field, thinking about continuing your education, you may wonder if your skill set
May 11, 2020
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