Careers

Researchers from the University of Iowa find, due to grade inflation and other differences between academic and work behavior, GPA has lost predictive validity for job performance among college graduates.

A fast-growing number of traditionally college-age students are bypassing degrees to pursue cheaper and faster alternative credentials. Why are so many choosing this path—and will the journey pay off? 

A growing initiative at Seattle Central College helps address a need for diverse teachers in Washington State through free tuition, professional support and culturally responsive pedagogical training. The program has content focused on intergenerational and academic trauma for students of color.

Wagner College created a short program to support career planning and skill building for business students from historically marginalized groups. Students receive hands-on work experience, mentorship and exposure to various career opportunities.

New research from Gallup indicates high school students find career-connected learning useful and want more information about postsecondary opportunities.

Among the obstacles Black men face in their pursuit of higher education, a lack of representation or role models in their instructors is one of them. Programs to uplift and prepare Black male teachers can help reverse this trend.

Liddell shares his aspirations for the role as well as some of the current services offered at Florida State University, including embedded career center liaisons across campus, an employer-in-residence program and on-campus job shadowing and internships.