Graduate school is often the end of a journey for students eager to start their careers. For experienced professionals, it offers the chance to move up the corporate ladder or pivot into a new direction. Yet no matter how necessary a graduate education may be for improving a person’s career prospects or satisfaction, it doesn’t…
Earning a master’s degree is an important step in both your life and career. It shows employers that you have the ambition to elevate your expertise in your chosen field to an advanced level. With the new skills you develop and a graduate credential on your resume, you can compete for coveted leadership roles within…
The English language is nobody’s special property. It is the property of the imagination: it is the property of the language itself. — Derek Walcott The United States has no official language, but English is the de facto language spoken by millions of native speakers. For both citizens and noncitizen residents, many of whom speak…
To do your job as a first responder effectively, you need to be able to communicate with the people you’re trying to help, or with someone who can communicate on their behalf. But what if the patient or their loved ones speak only Spanish, and you don’t know the language? From Texas to Illinois and…
Clean energy comes in many forms. These renewable power sources create little to no pollution in the air, water, or soil, and some are even inexhaustible. Let’s look at a few clean energy sources, substantial clean energy efforts around the world, and energy business career potential—including salaries. Clean Energy Sources Some common sources of clean…
Imagine walking into your classroom, where every student is seen, supported, and celebrated. You’ve built a space where progress looks different for everyone—and that’s exactly the point. Whether it’s helping a nonverbal child communicate for the first time or guiding a student through challenges with confidence, you’re not just teaching. ou’re transforming lives. If you’ve…
It might feel like just yesterday that the CPA exam was made up of four fixed sections, offering little flexibility for your individual career goals or interests. But the exam has gone through some major updates in recent years. From new licensure paths and continuous testing windows to ongoing format tweaks, the 2025 CPA Exam…
Geographic information systems (GIS) have been closely connected with city planning, surveying, and automobile navigation for many years. While these systems can tell you the best location for a city park, where your property lines are, and where your best friend’s new house is, GIS technology has far broader applications, many of which may surprise…
With approximately 4,000 colleges and universities in the United States alone, there’s no shortage of available bachelor’s degree programs. But are all these institutions and programs equal? At The University of Texas Permian Basin, our diverse selection of programs, flexible online options and affordable tuition rates are just a few of the considerable advantages that…
If you’ve ever wondered what you can do with a master’s degree in Spanish, you’re not alone. Whether you’re passionate about language and culture or looking for a flexible, globally relevant career, an MA in Spanish opens doors across many industries. From teaching and translation to travel and international affairs, this graduate degree offers more…