.EAB and National Student Clearinghouse partner to boost #college degree completion. Read the press release here 👉 bit.ly/2Z1qBQI

Adult #education programs will be critical for helping more than a million U.S. workers transition to new jobs after being displaced by automation, according to a report from World Economic Forum and Boston Consulting Group. bit.ly/2JzUfXG

For low-income and first-gen #students, applying to #college can be a complex process. Virtual advisors make the process a little easier. bit.ly/30wbAqg

Most leaders have one of the following career-derailing blind spots: 1. Executive presence 2. Communication style 3. Peer relationships How can you uncover your blind spots? Get comfortable delivering and receiving candid feedback. bit.ly/2SakTI8

A quirk in the reporting system means that neither President Obama nor President Trump were counted as successful graduates of their respective alma maters. bit.ly/2Z5QKhc

While adults generally believe a #college degree leads to better career opportunities, many still wonder if it's worth the investment, according to a report by Public Agenda and Kresge Foundation. bit.ly/2uy2agl

No matter how many articles extoll the health benefits of unplugging, it's easier said than done for many of us. bit.ly/2Z8Gwww

Some #colleges have established thrift stores that give usable items destined for the landfill a chance at a new home. The initiatives help save the environment—and save #students money. bit.ly/2yH03bw

Low-income high school #students are more likely to underestimate the cost of #college than their wealthy peers, according to a survey by NCES. bit.ly/2ysmd1M

.Robbie Abed went on a networking spree, going to 250 coffee meetings in just 400 days after quitting his job and moving to a new city. Here's what he learned. bit.ly/2XY56no

The revised curricula emphasize experiential learning opportunities that help #students close the hard—and soft—skills gap. bit.ly/2XXe2Jt

Study tips aren't just for #students—they're also helpful for #highered pros who need to keep up with the latest developments in their fields. bit.ly/2Z4CTrB

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Learn how two #colleges use analytics to target high-cost recruitment resources to the #students who will benefit most: bit.ly/2YnslGE

Nearly a third of workers would rather work 6 extra hours per week than utter these 4 words: "Can you help me?" And while needing help at work is common, 35% of professionals say they're too afraid to ask for it. bit.ly/2FFeL87

We often consider what #colleges can learn from businesses. But Dr. David A. Thomas argues that corporations have much to learn from colleges, as well. bit.ly/2SPGXJQ

Just 3% of #students enrolled at elite institutions are low income. So in a push to enroll diverse student populations, many of these #colleges are turning towards #transferstudents. bit.ly/313Zrcy

#Students are more creative between 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., finds a study from The University of Sheffield. So to exercise students' creative problem-solving, #colleges should schedule courses that require creative group work around lunchtime, recommend the researchers. bit.ly/2YyiMot

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