by Dr. Felicia E. Mebane | Aug 8, 2013 | 0 All, Admissions, Univerities/Schools/Programs
Ever start something then realize you miscounted and now you can’t go back and fix it because, you know, social media is forever? So ends this list of ways to start your list of potential colleges or programs. Note that I did not add “costs” as a way...
by Dr. Felicia E. Mebane | Aug 6, 2013 | 0 All, Admissions, Univerities/Schools/Programs
Browsing may be my favorite way to add to a list of potential college and education training programs. I was the kid (…adult) who would sometimes choose a book from the bookshelf in the library because I saw it while I was looking for another one. So many titles and...
by Dr. Felicia E. Mebane | Jul 25, 2013 | 0 All, Admissions, Univerities/Schools/Programs
As an expert trained in data analysis, I understand the criticisms of academic rankings. Yes, it is impossible to sum up a university or program’s “worth” in a single number. Yes, the quality of the data provided is not ideal. Yes, colleges and programs are complex...
by Dr. Felicia E. Mebane | Jun 18, 2013 | 0 All, Admissions, Univerities/Schools/Programs
One of the easiest ways to start a list of potential colleges or training programs is to start with the people you know or “word of mouth.” If you haven’t already heard the stories of how Aunt Sue met Uncle Joe in college (or law school) or about your...
by Dr. Felicia E. Mebane | Jun 13, 2013 | 0 All, Admissions, Univerities/Schools/Programs
As you consider where you want to go to college or get training for a job, don’t forget to look in your own backyard, so to speak. Community colleges, auto body repair schools (for example) or universities within 100 miles may be perfect for you. In addition to...
by Dr. Felicia E. Mebane | Jun 6, 2013 | 0 All, Admissions, Univerities/Schools/Programs
Whether you are applying to colleges for the first time, complementing your degree with a certificate or developing skills for a specific profession (e.g., personal trainer or chef), deciding where to apply can be one of your biggest hurdles. There are many reasons to...
by Dr. Felicia E. Mebane | Feb 9, 2011 | 0 All, About Public Health, Careers, Degrees, Univerities/Schools/Programs
If I remember correctly (and it has been awhile), this morning on the Today Show (yes, the Today Show), First Lady Michelle Obama encouraged people looking for jobs to find industries that are growing and get training in those fields. This could be at a local...
