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12 Jobs for Economics Majors
An economics major is a great option for anyone interested in pursuing a career in business or finance. Economics majors can expect high lifetime earnings, typically in careers in the financial sector or in money management. For those interested in economics who do not envision a career in finance, there are still plenty of other… Read More
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12 Jobs for Math Majors
A math major is an incredibly useful degree that can lead to gainful and high-paying employment in a variety of fields — particularly in finance and computer science. Many math majors end up working for private corporations as economists, actuaries or various kinds of data analysts, though there are also ample opportunities in government and… Read More
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What is a Parent PLUS Loan? All You Need to Know
The price of a college education in the United States has increased across the board over the past 30 years. Between the 1992-93 and 2022-23 academic years, the average published tuition and fee prices have risen, in 2022 dollars, as follows: Type of Institution 1992-23 Price 2022-23 Price Public two-year colleges $2,340 $3,860 Public four-year… Read More
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Is the Opioid Epidemic Reaching College Campuses?
On average, opioids kill 130 people per day in the United States — over five people every hour. Opioids and college students, however, aren’t often mentioned in the same breath. Primarily, the issue has been cast as a rural, lower-class epidemic. Instead, college students are historically associated with alcohol, marijuana and ecstasy — the “party”… Read More
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12 Jobs for Biology Majors
A biology major is a perfect stepping stone to many careers in the natural sciences, and particularly careers in health and medicine. Most biology majors end up pursuing careers as doctors and surgeons, a valuable line of work with high levels of job satisfaction, employment prospects, and income. But, even if you want to study… Read More
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Let’s Stop Blaming Ourselves for Stigmatizing Mental Health
Stigma is everywhere. We have come a long way in understanding mental illness and addressing the social stigma that affects those who suffer. Stigma is a negative stereotype, in this case about mental health. National and international public education campaigns are helping to bring the topic of mental illness out of the shadows. Unfortunately, despite… Read More
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12 Jobs for English Majors
English majors often have a deep passion for learning. Because they typically enjoy reading, writing, discussing and explaining, many English majors go on to take teaching jobs. But that doesn’t mean they are limited to a life in education. English majors also go on to become lawyers, editors, reporters and more. A bachelor’s degree in… Read More
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8 Toronto Bands College Music Fans Should Keep an Eye on
O Canada! Our neighbors to the north have never quite gotten their due for producing beautiful noise. The likes of Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Robbie Robertson, and, yes, Drake, hail from the Great White North. In the 21st century, Toronto has established itself — along with Montreal — as an epicenter of the Canadian music… Read More
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Five Top Tips to Succeed In Your First Year of University
This week, thousands of new students from around the country will be starting their first year at university. For many students and their parents, transitioning to university is an exciting but daunting experience. Here are five tips to help students succeed in their first year. 1. Find support services All universities offer student counselling, mental… Read More
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12 Jobs for Finance Majors
Finance majors are in high demand, as nearly every institution needs someone to help analyze financial data and make financial decisions. Understandably, analytical skills are must-have for those aspiring to work in finance. But, the best finance workers also have great communication skills, so they can effectively explain financial matters to a company’s decision makers… Read More
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TUN Student Spotlight: Students’ Hands-Free Toothbrush Grows Into $5 Million Company
7:50 a.m. The alarm goes off. You have just 10 minutes to get ready for a class presentation. When every second feels so precious, three minutes for brushing your teeth is a problem. But to Tairan Li and Chao Huang, both industrial and interaction design majors at Syracuse University (SU) and co-founders of Panacea, this… Read More
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When You Hear a Negative Statistic About Black Students, Question It
Evidence suggests white teachers are more negative with – and have lower expectations for – black students. As a counseling professor who specializes in educating black children, these findings do not surprise me. I often hear education professionals and others use simplistic negative statistics to explain complex challenges facing black students. In my book, “No… Read More
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12 Jobs for Psychology Majors
People who study psychology are trained to analyze and predict people’s mental behavior, so they can help them overcome the challenges they’re facing at home, in school, and in personal and professional relationships. A psychology degree prepares people to work a broad range of jobs, including counseling, teaching, social work and more. Here is a… Read More
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Are You Sure Your Classmate Has a Home?
Many people associate college with fond memories — new friendships, freedom and their first steps into adulthood. Some graduates even longingly look back at it as “the best four years” of their lives. But, for others, that certainly doesn’t hold true. Thirty-six percent of college students experience some kind of homelessness, and 9 percent… Read More
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What Colleges Must Do to Promote Mental Health for Graduate Students
Sara did not expect much to come from her visit to the university’s counseling center, but she was concerned enough about the dark thoughts she’d been having that she decided to go anyway. As she sat in the waiting room after turning in the patient questionnaire, she thought: “It’s probably not a big deal. I’m… Read More
