When Michigan State University students established an encampment to call for divestment from Israel over civilian casualties in Gaza, President Kevin Guskiewicz visited the site to speak with student activists about their concerns. In response to similar protests, presidents at Emory University, University of Texas at Austin, and elsewhere sent in the police, who arrested … Read more
It’s 5:30 a.m. I am up before the day starts to write yet another recommendation letter. I have to get up earlier than usual to make sure that the letters due today or tomorrow do not get lost in the rush of the day. They are nonnegotiable; not for me, but for the people whom … Read more
Mimi St Johns couldn’t wait to drop out of Stanford University. The 24-year-old computer science and German double major, former Thiel Capital intern and software engineer had the pedigree to land a coveted role in the upper echelons of Corporate America. But last fall, as the so-called crypto winter started to thaw, she hatched a … Read more
Here are some things faculty members say when administrators start talking about career readiness: “We are not here to teach skills.” (The word “skills” often comes out covered in stank.) “We teach students how to think critically, communicate clearly, and analyze interestingly and those are things any employer should value.” “We need to make sure … Read more
Runners make their way through a Brooklyn neighborhood during the New York City Marathon Getty Images The latest figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show the average duration for unemployment in the U.S. is currently 21 weeks. For most job seekers this means preparing for a marathon, not a sprint: spending the best part … Read more
Maria Sharapova, the global tennis icon who spent her career defeating the sport’s best, is looking for some losers. For many, she’s a figure frozen in time. It was 2004 when she stunned Serena Williams on Centre Court to win her first Wimbledon and first Grand Slam. Sharapova would go on to become (like Williams) … Read more
According to the data shared in parliament, during a Lok Sabha session in February 2023, student loans amounting to ₹39,268.82 crores were disbursed over the past decade. Embarking on the education loan journey marks the initial stride towards financial independence for students, and responsibly repaying it is essential to build a healthy credit score. Therefore, … Read more
Top 3 High-Paying Industries In 2024 (And How To Get In) getty Massive tech layoffs and the talks of a global recession may break the idea of a promising year this 2024. However, It’s impossible to ignore three leading industries that are sprinting ahead, where high salaries are not mere possibilities, but realities. If you’re … Read more
WHAT CAN YOU DO? It is normal to feel an energy lull at certain times of the day but if it’s fatigue that lasts more than two weeks despite sleeping well, you should consider seeing your doctor to check out any underlying medical conditions. In the meantime, here are some caffeine-free ways to beat the … Read more
Each week BusinessDesk and the NZ Herald’s Cooking the Books podcast tackles a different money problem. Today, it’s the longterm planning that can make a big difference to your finances. Hosted by Frances Cook. Having kids is a joy and delight, but often also a big hit to the finances, and even the career. It’s … Read more