What Does the Dragonfly Symbolize? Unpacking Dragonfly Meaning

Posted by Carrie Cabral | Nov 6, 2019 4:00:00 PM

General Education

Dragonflies are brightly colored insects known for their vibrant colors and flying abilities. They've often been the subject of myths and legends, and have been a part of our stories and art for as long as humans have been around. Even though they are an insect, dragonflies are often revered in some legends, and feared in others; regardless, they are a well-known symbol in many cultures.

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Kinesiology Degree: Is It Right for You?

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Nov 6, 2019 4:00:00 PM

General Education

If you’ve never heard of it before, the word “kinesiology” can sound like another language. Kinesiology is simply the study of something we all encounter every day: movement. It’s also a college major that can lead to a successful career after you graduate.

There’s a lot to know about majoring in kinesiology, though. Sure, you now know what it is, but do you know the kind of pay you can expect from kinesiology jobs? Or about how long a kinesiology degree takes? It can be a little overwhelming, so we’re here to walk you through:

  • What kinesiology is
  • What being a kinesiology major is like
  • Which schools have the best kinesiology programs
  • The types of jobs you can get with a kinesiology degree

So, what is kinesiology, exactly?

 

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The 3 Steps to Become a Fashion Designer

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Posted by Hayley Milliman | Nov 5, 2019 2:00:00 PM

General Education

Do you dream of creating clothes, accessories, or shoes? Then you might want to consider a career in fashion design!

There’s no formal path to becoming a fashion designer: some designers become well-known and successful without any formal education or training. Others, however, take a more traditional route into the industry. In this article, we’ll explain how to become a fashion designer, the average fashion designer salary, and the skills you’ll need to be successful.

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RN vs BSN vs LPN: What Program Is Right for You?

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Posted by Melissa Brinks | Nov 4, 2019 6:00:00 PM

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Becoming a nurse is a great career goal—nurses are always needed, and the career can be a rewarding, fulfilling experience! But when you start looking into nursing programs, things can get a little complicated. What’s the benefit to being an RN vs a BSN? How about an LPN vs RN?

In this article, we’ll be talking about all these different programs, abbreviations, and careers, including what each one is, how to find a good program, and even an LPN vs ADN RN vs BSN RN salary comparison.

 

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Is a Criminal Justice Degree Right for You?

Posted by Carrie Cabral | Nov 4, 2019 3:00:00 PM

General Education

A criminal justice degree is available as an Associates, Bachelors, or Masters degree, with many online degree possibilities, which makes it a great option for many students. Many criminal justice majors go onto work in law enforcement or enter law school, and a criminal justice degree can be a great first step for those who are passionate about understanding and preventing crime.

If your ultimate goal is to be a police officer, and you want to complete a bachelors before applying to the police department, it’s just as acceptable to major in something else. Other major may help you get a better job while you’re trying to get into police departments, which rely on testing, background investigations, physical fitness tests, and lengthy hiring processes. In this guide, we'll explain what a criminal justice degree is and give an overview of the best criminal justice schools.

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Best Crucible Plot Summary

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Posted by Samantha Lindsay | Nov 4, 2019 10:57:00 AM

Book Guides

If you need to refresh your memory on the plot of The Crucible or just want some clarification on exactly what's happening in each act of the play as you read, you've come to the right place. I've written a full plot summary, divided by act, so you can better understand and recall the events of the play. As a bonus, this article also includes short descriptions of the main characters and a list of major themes that crop up throughout the narrative.  

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Who Are the Blue People of Kentucky? Why Are They Blue?

Posted by Carrie Cabral | Nov 2, 2019 3:00:00 PM

General Education

 
For a hundred and fifty years, locals in the area of Hazard, Kentucky were stumped by a group of people whose skin was the color blue . The ailment, which was later revealed to be a symptom of methemoglobinemia, was contained mostly to descendants of the Fugate family of Troublesome Creek, and a related family in nearby Ball Creek. The Blue Fugates, sometimes known as the Huntsville subgroup,  were well known in the area, and their genetic disorder went unidentified until the mid twentieth century, when the amount of affected people had greatly decreased.
 
The Blue People of Kentucky are still discussed, but less is known about methemoglobinemia, an extremely rare genetic trait that caused the blue color of their skin. The Fugates and the met-H gene they passed for generations can teach us a valuable lesson about genetics and understanding disease.
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The 10 Best Graphing Calculators (Physical and Online)

Posted by Carrie Cabral | Nov 2, 2019 2:00:00 PM

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A graphing calculator is a unique tool in math and science. Graphing calculators perform the same functions as a regular calculator, and have more complex functions, like being able to calculate fractions, logarithms, and square roots. There are some big names in graphing calculators that are trusted and have been around for a long time—you may recognize the classic TI-84 from one of your math classes. Online graphing calculators are fairly new, and often free. We’ll go over the best physical and online graphing calculators to help you decide which one is right for you.

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Psychologist vs Psychiatrist vs Therapist: What's the Difference?

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Posted by Christine Sarikas | Nov 1, 2019 7:00:00 PM

General Education

There are many people working in the mental health field, and it can be confusing trying to keep straight who does what and which professional you should go to for which issue. Whether you’re trying to decide which mental health professional to set up an appointment with or considering studying mental health yourself, we're here to help make things simple. In this article, we explain psychologist vs psychiatrist similarities and key differences, what each of them does, what going to each of them will be like, and how you can decide which mental health professional will be most effective for you.

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The Ultimate Decimal to Binary Convertor Tool

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Posted by Hayley Milliman | Nov 1, 2019 6:00:00 PM

General Education

The vast majority of us are familiar with decimals and the base-10 number system. We use the base-10 number system in our everyday counting.

Fewer people are familiar with the binary system. Binary is a number system that plays an important role in storing information for computers.

In this article, we’ll talk about what decimals are, what binaries are, and how to convert between the two.

 

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The 17 Best Job Search Sites 2020

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Posted by Hannah Muniz | Nov 1, 2019 4:00:00 PM

General Education

Just graduated college and looking for a job? Or maybe you want to change careers or are looking for part-time work while you’re in grad school. Whatever your case, it’ll be really helpful for you to know what the best job search sites are.

We give you our picks for the 17 best job search sites right here. These resources include both general job search sites and specialty sites for specific fields and/or certain types of applicants. We also give you a few tips on how you can use these job search sites effectively.

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Is a Sports Management Degree Right for You?

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Posted by Hayley Milliman | Nov 1, 2019 3:00:00 PM

General Education

Are you considering a career in sports management? Whether you want to be a sports agent, a facilities manager, or something else entirely, a sports management degree can help you obtain the job of your dreams.

In this article, we’ll talk about the sports management definition, what a sports management salary looks like and who should (and shouldn’t) pursue a career in sports management.

 

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How Many Teaspoons in a Tablespoon?

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Posted by Hannah Muniz | Nov 1, 2019 3:00:00 PM

General Education

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or simply want to learn more about cooking, it’s important to know the basic conversions for dry measurements. This is especially crucial if you find that your one tablespoon is in the dishwasher!

So how many teaspoons in a tablespoon? How many tablespoons in a cup? We answer all these questions and more in this guide to conversions for imperial dry measurements. We also give you a couple of tips for memorizing these need-to-know conversions.

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Understanding the 3 Types of Irony

Posted by Carrie Cabral | Oct 28, 2019 2:00:00 PM

General Education

Irony is one of the great forces of language and literature. Irony calls on us to use our wit and instinctual understanding of right and wrong, and often requires that we see humor where there is none. Some say that irony is as old as literature itself, and they may be right— in the human condition, we have always sought to find meaning in paradoxes. Since irony is so ubiquitous, it’s important to understand the different types of irony, and how or when they’re used. You'll be able to identify the different types, and call out the right and wrong ways to use them.

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The 17 Best College Majors for Finding a Job

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Posted by Hannah Muniz | Oct 22, 2019 6:00:00 PM

College Info, General Education

Trying to figure out what to major in? Then you're probably curious about what the best college majors are in terms of how much money they can make you and what kinds of jobs you can get with them.

Here, we go over the criteria we used to determine the 17 best degrees to get. After, we cover some quick tips for identifying the best major for you.

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