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There’s no shame in taking a gap year

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The Cougar

2024-2025 students doubt college decision. Gap year beneficial; studies show on-time graduation, career satisfaction, mental health improvement. Gap year allows self-assessment, financial preparation, cultural knowledge expansion, career exploration, volunteering. European students commonly take academic breaks. US gap year concept discouraged. Gap year adventures financially challenging for high school graduates. College debt justified for education, not global travel. Gap year can prepare for college’s mental, financial burdens. No shame in gap year.

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Canadians are craving to take a ‘adult gap year.’ Here’s why

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CTVNews.ca – Top Stories – Public RSS

‘Adult gap year’ trend grows among Canadian employees for self-discovery, travel, and mental health benefits. However, financial constraints, job security, and career progression concerns limit accessibility. Companies face operational challenges with employee sabbaticals, but some offer flexible provisions. Planning, financial stability, and maintaining professional connections are crucial for successful gap years. Ageism and health issues pose additional challenges for older workers.

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Prince Christian of Denmark poses with stunning sunset from his East African gap year to mark his 19th birthday

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U.S. Home | Mail Online

Denmark’s Crown Prince Christian celebrates 19th birthday in East Africa during gap year. Parents, Queen Mary and King Frederik, share birthday wishes on Instagram. Prince involved in daily farm operations, gaining insight into local nature protection. Expected to return to Denmark in December. First in line to throne after Queen Margrethe’s 52-year reign ended.

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There’s no shame in taking a gap year

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The Cougar

2024-2025 students doubt college decision. Gap year beneficial; studies show on-time graduation, career satisfaction, mental health improvement. Gap year allows self-assessment, financial preparation, cultural knowledge expansion, career exploration, volunteering. European students commonly take academic breaks. US gap year concept discouraged. Gap year adventures financially challenging for high school graduates. College debt justified for education, not global travel. Gap year can prepare for college’s mental, financial burdens. No shame in gap year.

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U-CAN College Fairs Connect Sacramento Students With HBCUs

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U-CAN, a nonprofit promoting higher education for underserved students, hosted two HBCU college fairs in Sacramento, connecting students with representatives from Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The fairs, marking U-CAN’s 25th anniversary, offered information on academic programs, financial aid, and campus life, with many students receiving immediate acceptances and scholarships. The fairs continue in California and Las Vegas until September 21.

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HBCU alumni shine as NFL Cheerleaders

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HBCU alumni Tamia Casey, Armonii Lovejoy, and Makenzie Smith excel as NFL cheerleaders. Casey, a Lincoln University graduate, is in her sixth season with the Philadelphia Eagles, having transitioned from HBCU cheerleading to the NFL. Lovejoy, an Alabama State University graduate, is in her third season with the Atlanta Falcons, while also working as a veterinary assistant and aspiring to be a physical therapist. Smith, a Howard University graduate, is also a third-year veteran with the Falcons, advocating for arts access in underserved communities and HBCUs. Their success highlights the opportunities HBCUs provide for student-athletes.

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Schoolhouse Expands College Partnerships to Advance Equity in College Admissions

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Schoolhouse’s free tutoring platform recognized by partner colleges/universities for providing high-quality learning and empowering students as volunteer tutors. Platform aids in equitable admissions, assessing subject mastery, and showcasing community service. Schoolhouse fosters global learning community, shaping future of education and college admissions.

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Black students face new barriers to elite colleges

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Post-2023 Supreme Court affirmative action end, Black student enrollment drops at elite institutions. Amherst, Tufts, MIT report significant decreases. Brown University’s Black enrollment drops 40%. Harvard, Emory see moderate declines; Princeton, Duke, Yale show little change. Experts attribute increases to application process changes. Decision impacts racial diversity, K-12 education. Black K-12 schools’ motivation, resources affected. HBCUs see enrollment rise. Bethune-Cookman, Hampton University report record increases. Supreme Court decision impacts Black students’ higher education access. Solutions include fostering attainable higher education environment, addressing psychological impacts, reinforcing academic excellence value.

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U.S. News college rankings are out. Why critics say they shouldn’t be trusted

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College rankings, despite criticism, remain influential in higher education. U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 rankings, its 40th edition, faced backlash for bias towards selective private universities and lack of breadth. The ranking methodology was adjusted, removing factors like alumni giving, class size, and high school standing, and focusing more on graduation rates from diverse backgrounds. However, first-generation-student graduation rate data was removed from some categories. Despite changes, Princeton, M.I.T, and Harvard retained top spots. Ohio State University ranked 41st among national universities. Other publications have developed their own ranking systems with different methodologies.

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U.S. News college rankings 2025: Vanderbilt, other Tennessee schools make the list

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Vanderbilt University remains in top 20 U.S. universities, four other Tennessee universities in top 250. Two Tennessee schools in top 100 liberal arts colleges. Rankings based on undergraduate majors, master’s, doctoral programs, faculty research. Methodology changes minimal, accuracy questioned. College rankings popularity persists despite methodological flaws.

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