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An increasingly diverse U.S. population is having a big effect on many aspects of American life — and the nursing profession is no exception.

“The nursing workforce should reflect society at large,” says Joyce Benjamin, a nurse practitioner and an instructor in the nursing program at ...

If you love reading English literature or are fascinated by Greek philosophy, don’t drop the subjects because you think they won’t help you land a job.

Instead, consider pursuing a degree in humanities.

While some of us still must remind ourselves to recycle scraps of paper or turn off the water when brushing our teeth, entire U.S. communities already are way ahead in their efforts to help preserve the planet.

In recognition of Earth Day on April 22nd, here are five environmentally ...

Recent school shootings have many parents feeling anxious and wondering what they can do to protect their kids.

“Parents need to remember that school shootings are rare, random and unpredictable,” says Tommy Burns, a private security and policing consultant, ...

The United States is falling behind in education — in November 2012, the country ranked No. 17 out of 40 on a list of developed nations with the best educational systems. As other countries champion academics and Americans find themselves competing globally for jobs, policymakers are calling for educational reform....

The federal Affordable Care Act (ACA) won’t take full effect until 2014, but it already is having a big impact on the health care system in general and on the nursing field in particular, says Pat Kiley, an advanced practice nurse who teaches health care ethics in the University of Phoenix nursing program.

There are numerous ways to revolutionize your classroom with technology. And while the latest digital toys can be expensive, innovative teachers are finding ways to bring the information age into schools without breaking the piggy bank, says R. Lewis Cordell, an education program instructor at the University of Phoenix San Diego Campus  and a middle school teacher....

Once common in childhood, whooping cough — a serious bacterial lung infection — became a thing of the past beginning in the 1940s, thanks to effective vaccines. But a series of whooping cough outbreaks in recent years has alarmed public health officials, who discovered that instead of a one-time shot, the latest vaccine requires boosters throughout your lifetime....

Nurses a generation ago often had different goals than those in the profession today. “Back when I first started out in 1980, there were a lot of ‘refrigerator nurses,’ housewives who worked a few hours a week to pay for a fridge or new bathroom for the household,” explains Lesley Hunt, an instructor in the University of Phoenix nursing program....

Considering launching a startup someday or running a company? Business professionals need to stay abreast of the latest news in order to be competitive in today’s market. To help you keep up with everything from global innovations to financial developments and even current best practices in career development, check out these five must-see websites:...

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“College administrator” was not exactly the career description Bill ...

Want to instill college aspirations in your kids? Opening savings accounts in their names — even if they don’t have much money in them — will help.

That’s a key finding of a research paper on the so-called “assets effect,” according to a 2012 article in Washington Monthly magazine. Children with ...

From yesteryear’s chalk slates to today’s iPad® tablets, technology as a teaching tool has come a long way.

“I have seen many changes in classroom technology since I started my first job in the 1980s,” says Kathy Cook, director of educational technology for ...

It’s a line that would make most teachers tremble: “We applaud your efforts but regret to inform you that your students’ standardized testing data ranked well below target, and you will therefore be terminated, effective immediately.”

People all over the country have multiple husbands and wives. Not in the polygamy sense, but in the Regis and Kathy Lee sense: you know, work spouses.

Chances are you’ve developed personal relationships at work with a few co-workers, but you may have one who stands out as closer than the rest. In ...

The trusty computer is quickly becoming a real partner in the educational process, thanks to a growing array of online adaptive learning services that are helping transform students from passive learners to fully engaged participants.

When it comes to the number of students in a college class, does size make a difference?

Yes, say two experts, who note that the intimacy of a class with 15 to 20 students often means more individual attention and better communication ...

Working out provides more than just physical benefits. Just ask Dean Hebert, an applied sports psychology coach and former nurse who teaches psychology and human resource courses at the University of Phoenix Main Campus.

“I work with athletes of all disciplines — mixed martial arts fighters, ...

We go to the hospital for care when we’re the most vulnerable, so we want to pick the best one we can. But how can the average person make a good choice? Our expert suggests five things to consider:

“Let’s face it, one of the most important factors anyone will consider when ...

OMG! Can u BLV it? Txting ur BFF during class is bad 4 u!

If you have a teen or preteen in your household, you probably know that kids ...

You’re worried that a pending merger means you’ll be laid off. You’re terrified you’ll botch next week’s big presentation. You’re also worried that your annual review is coming up in mere months. Meanwhile, today’s project sits untouched on your desk.

You’ve probably heard all the platitudes about business, work, meetings and, well, life by now: Don’t beat a dead horse. Don’t sweat the small stuff. The squeaky wheel gets the oil.

They may be common words of advice, but they’re not that helpful. We asked ...

Are you doing everything possible to make your home secure and dissuade burglars?

Not likely, says Tom Milner, retired commander of the support services division at the Newark Police Department in California and an instructor in ...

Ethics training is mandatory for many professions — from medicine to law — but not for teaching. Teachers have no national standards to govern their behavior and relationships with students, according to Troy Hutchings, research chair for the College of Education and School of Advanced Studies at University of Phoenix....

Open your mouth, stick out your tongue and say “ahh” … for the computer camera.

If you haven’t had a virtual checkup, you probably will soon, experts say. Health care providers are increasingly turning to online applications for ...