Graduate Shares Insight On Education's Challenges And Rewards
I would say that one of my biggest challenges was learning how to balance schoolwork, practicum experiences, personal life, and self-care.
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I would say that one of my biggest challenges was learning how to balance schoolwork, practicum experiences, personal life, and self-care.
Doug Renfro is the third generation president of Renfro Foods. This family-owned business has been providing gourmet foods for 75 years.
"Getting 100 percent of my goals in a successful career change accomplished – nearly tripling my income. This was not a goal but a side benefit of going back to school," said Shawn Sabanayagam.
"My master's degree guided me in the direction of my dreams, I learned so much, made strong connections, and paved the road to my future," said Stacey Callow
When someone immigrates to the United States, they may not be aware of how the legal system works. Problems can arise and they might not know where to turn, especially if there is a language barrier.
Le Shepard recently graduated with a master's degree from Texas Woman's University in counseling psychology. Her recent experience offers great insight for those considering a master's program in psychology.
A job or a career that allows you the flexibility to do other things in your life is likely more valuable than a high-paying job.
He gives independent advice to busy individuals and families so that they may make smart financial decisions in order for them to secure financial independence.
My first career was as a high school history teacher. It wasn't something that I enjoyed. I loved teaching but I was in the wrong setting. I went back to school and became a nurse.
According to Kiplinger.com, nursing ranks in the top ten of best college majors across the country. With over 1 million annual online job postings, it is a career choice that is in demand and has a ten-year project job growth rate of 19.4 percent.
Although the labor market has been strengthening, there's still big competition to land entry-level jobs.
Take every opportunity to make the most of your graduate school experience. As a master's student you will get to know great people in your field of study.
"My parents, who did not attend college, raised my three siblings and me with a great respect for education and for highly educated people."
I was able to apply new knowledge in the classroom, provide my students with appropriate learning activities and experiences to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional and social growth.
College students who land summer internships likely have one goal: to convert that internship into a full time job.
In a world of specialization, a bachelor's degree is no longer sufficient to be considered an expert in your field.
Getting an M.B.A. – particularly as an established professional – is an investment in you. It's a substantial commitment, even if you choose to go back part-time or through an executive program.
When Anthony Eiland was growing up, his parents, who were both college graduates, instilled education as being key to success.
Nathaniel Smith is a licensed professional counselor, cognitive behavioral therapist, anger management and anxiety specialist.
A desire to make a career change led LeAnn Lewis to pursue a master's degree in comparative literature and cultural studies from the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. Lewis teaches English and French at Young Women's Leadership Academy at Arnold Middle School in Grand Prairie.
Toni Light wanted to be a doctor but enjoyed college a little too much to pursue that career choice and, instead, earned a degree in advertising and public relations.
As criminals get smarter, those that work in criminal justice and law enforcement get wiser. The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that job growth from 2012-2022 is projected at 11 percent.
"I truly enjoy getting up and going to work every day and counseling my clients," said Chad Ruback.
"The ability to finally take everything I learned over those years and apply it to helping children with special needs," Miriam Fartook said about the biggest reward for earning her master's degree.
"I pursued the degree because I felt I needed the credentials to go where I wanted to go," said Melanie Mills, a licensed pastoral counselor and temperament therapist.
Jerson Lopez-Sanchez, a 28-year-old citizen of Honduras, is charged with three counts of assault of a federal agent.
Airion Simmons is charged with wire fraud and bribery.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
Jamal Murray led the way for the Nuggets with 33 points.
Jerson Lopez-Sanchez, a 28-year-old citizen of Honduras, is charged with three counts of assault of a federal agent.
Airion Simmons is charged with wire fraud and bribery.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
Jamal Murray led the way for the Nuggets with 33 points.
From laptops to vapes, lithium‑ion devices are driving emergency landings and evacuations as airlines push for stronger rules and better containment tools.
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot a man Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after allegedly being attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
The official proclamation says the road will ensure "that his legacy continues to inspire future generations."
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
'Tis the season: for sniffles, but before you blame the holiday gathering at grandma's for your coughing, sneezy misery, look around.
In Plano, Dragonfly Scans is a healthcare company that wants to show you what's happening inside your body.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Venezuela is said to have the largest amount of these reserves in the world.
Trump said the "whole infrastructure" of Venezuela has to be rebuilt and that American companies would be used to rebuild it.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
After years in the making, Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory in Sherman has officially begun production.
Airion Simmons is charged with wire fraud and bribery.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
Jamal Murray led the way for the Nuggets with 33 points.
Two past Dallas Open champions, Americans Tommy Paul and Riley Opelka, are also set to compete.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
