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Athlete and her coach see Protect College Sports Act through ‘different lenses’
It’s a bold move as a student-athlete to spend your day leading a union and working on labor issues at the national level. It’s another thing to show up to practice afterward, where your views might differ from that of your coach. But that’s exactly what basketball star Oluchi Okananwa is doing at the University of Maryland this season as she opposes the Protect College Sports Act in the U.S. Congress. Coach Brenda Frese (L) addresses a press conference on Sept. 29, 2026.
November elections bring the possibility of redistricting in Maryland
WASHINGTON – Maryland voters will decide in November whether to approve new rules for how future congressional districts are drawn, with the possibility of impacting how voters are represented. Maryland Democrats have pushed for this change to counter Republican redistricting efforts elsewhere across the country. But the state’s Republicans say the Maryland effort would enable unchecked power and silence conservative voters.
How Existing Student Loan Debt Affects Graduate School Prospects
Getty Images However you pay for graduate school, be aware that your undergraduate debt can creep up on you if you're not careful. Key Takeaways Many students enter graduate school carrying tens of thousands of dollars in undergraduate loan debt. Federal loans enter in-school deferment if you're enrolled at least half-time, but unsubsidized loans accrue interest at higher rates.
Signs of Procrastination at Work and How to Stop
Procrastination happens when you don’t feel motivated to complete a task, so you continue pushing it back for as long as possible. You may come up with excuses to wait on getting started. While procrastination may seem harmless, putting key projects on the back burner and underdelivering on your company’s or clients’ needs can hurt your career over time. Related: How Often Should You Switch Jobs? Occasionally putting a pause on your forward momentum at work may not be a big deal.
6 Workplace Trends to Be Thankful for This Year
Work can be a slog whether you’re an employee or a manager. Despite that, American workers can feel thankful for these workplace trends this year. In some cases, these trends gave employees more power in the workplace. In other cases, they encouraged workers to prioritize self-care and deprioritize work. For managers, they were more of a mixed bag, but there were some highlights in 2023. Here are six workplace trends you can feel thankful for this year.
Top 25 Best Places to Live for Quality of Life
When choosing a place to call home, quality of life can be one of the most overlooked factors. Metrics, like access to quality education and health care, crime rates and air quality, along with risk of and resilience to natural disasters, can quickly distinguish a city on the top of your list from one on the bottom.
Meet Trump’s Hero, William McKinley - the OG Tariff Guy
When was America great? Was it during Reagan’s booming ‘80s? The victorious years after the two World Wars? The space race and swagger of the JFK years? For Donald Trump, it might have been 123 years ago – when William McKinley was president. Yes, William McKinley – the one you probably forgot right after the AP U.S. History exam.
How a Master’s Degree in Computer Science Can Affect Job Prospects
While many people have successful careers with an undergraduate degree in computer science, the demands of the software industry indicate that more skilled professionals and those with advanced education credentials fare better in the current job market. This demand is compelling recent students and seasoned professionals to earn a master’s degree in computer science. Here's how a graduate degree in this hot STEM field can contribute to a successful career.
The Fastest-Growing Places in the U.S. in 2025-2026
People are on the move, leaving and filling towns across the country. This great reshuffle has led some small communities to become boomtowns. The aging baby-boomer population has flocked to states like Florida and Arizona, where warm temperatures welcome them. Remote workers have found their spots in states across the West, where scenic mountain views await them after a Zoom meeting.
A.R. Cabral, Staff Writer
A.R. Cabral is a writer for U.S. News & World Report with a focus on consumer advice. He earned a B.A. in journalism from the Philip Merrill College of Journalism at University of Maryland. After completing his undergraduate studies, Cabral took part in the 2022 Berlin Capital Program scholarship trip through the Fulbright Germany organization. Cabral attended the Student Leadership Institute in 2021 through the Society of Professional Journalists.
4 Tips for College Success
Key Takeaways Success in college looks different among students. It's important to balance time between school and personal life. Building connections in college can enhance your education and well-being in school. College can be intimidating, and earning an associate or bachelor’s degree can be a daunting task that requires certain skills developed during the college years. Although the transition from high school to college can be overwhelming, sound advice is available.
What Makes a Company Great to Work For?
Key Takeaways: Great workplaces value psychological safety, encouraging employees to speak up and take risks without fear of punishment. Good employers often support employees' career growth by providing opportunities for skill development. When job hunting, watch out for red flags like unclear job expectations, bad company reputation and high employee turnover rates. Getty Images Job dissatisfaction is at an all-time high.
Why It's Still Hard to Get Into Medical School Despite a Doctor Shortage
Key Takeaways A doctor shortage in the U.S. is projected to worsen in coming years. More medical school teachers and attending physicians are needed. There's a bottleneck between med school and graduate medical education. Dr. Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, president of the American Medical Association, highlighted a doctor shortage crisis during a speech at the National Press Club in fall 2023.
What to Know About Latin Honors in College
Key takeaways: These designations honor college graduates with the highest GPAs. The required GPAs often vary from college to college. An obsession with attaining a Latin honor can affect mental health. Cum laude, magna cum laude and summa cum laude are graduation honors that for decades have been a goal for many high-achieving U.S. college students and seemingly a fascination for others.
New distillery coming to Lone Oak Farm in Olney
On a dirt driveway off MD-108 in Olney sits the bucolic Lone Oak Farm Brewing Company–complete with a barn, a field to grow barley and a cozy, rustic tavern that has all the hallmarks of an enduring establishment despite only being 4 years old. Recently, yellow tape and construction crews have been added to the farm’s scenery. A new distillery that will offer vodka, bourbon, gin and single malt is scheduled to open in June on the Montgomery County farm.
A Guide to Jesuit Colleges
Many Catholic families feel the allure of a Jesuit education. Non-Catholics also are drawn to these schools, which include highly ranked institutions like Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., and Boston College in Massachusetts. Here's what sets a Jesuit education apart from other programs. What Is a Jesuit Education?
The Best Jobs in America in 2024
U.S. News' top 25 jobs of 2024 reflect a changing job market, with the health care and business sectors dominating the list this year. Broadly, the U.S. economy should see 4.7 million jobs added between 2022 and 2032, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics projections, particularly in the health care and social assistance sectors, and in the professional, scientific and technical services sectors.
12 Holiday Traditions on College Campuses
1/16 Credit Stephen Salpukas/William & Mary Holiday Traditions Every college campus has its own approach to the holiday season. With many students being away from their families, different schools evoke the magic of the season and its many holidays through time-honored traditions.
How to Become a Nurse: A Step-by-Step Guide
Key Takeaways Nursing school is essential. Passing a national exam is required to get licensed to practice. Education and training are rigorous, so passion is critical. It's possible to become a registered nurse in as little as two years, but there are several routes into this fast-paced, rapidly evolving career. They all start with nursing school, and they all require passing the National Council Licensure Examination, or NCLEX.
8 Workplace Trends to Eye for 2024
As workers prepare to say goodbye to 2023 and its notable workplace trends, here are the trends some workplace experts expect to see in 2024. The Return-to-Office Battle Will Continue Employers mandating a return to office, or RTO, will continue into 2024. But this push didn’t work well for everyone in 2023, and those troubles are expected to continue in the new year.
7 Workplace Trends to Be Thankful for This Year
Work can be a slog whether you’re an employee or a manager. Despite that, American workers can feel thankful for these workplace trends this year. In some cases, these trends gave employees more power in the workplace. In other cases, they encouraged workers to prioritize self-care and deprioritize work. For managers, they were more of a mixed bag, but there were some highlights in 2023. Here are seven workplace trends you can feel thankful for this year.
What Is an Endowment for a College?
The core contributors to endowment funds are alumni and people who care about the college or university.(Getty Images) In coordination with its official college rankings, U.S. News annually collects data on school endowment funds. These amounts range from several thousands to tens of billions of dollars. In the 2024 rankings, Harvard University in Massachusetts topped the list of the largest endowment funds, with $50.9 billion.
How to Handle a Toxic Boss
Working under a toxic boss can be detrimental to your well-being. This poisonous workplace dynamic can wreak havoc on your mental health, making you question your self-worth and even hate your career. Unfortunately, toxic bosses are common. According to a recent study by The Muse, 64% of its 1,300 respondents had experienced a toxic work environment and 44% blamed leadership. Read on for the telltale signs of toxic bosses and effective ways to deal with them. Signs Your Boss Is Toxic Micromanagement.
How to Navigate a Hybrid Work Environment
What was once considered a luxury – the option to work from home – has quickly evolved into the new normal in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The hybrid work model combines at-home hours with in-office requirements. If you're grappling with the transition to this workplace model, no need to stress. Read on for tips to help you navigate the hybrid work environment like a pro. What Is a Hybrid Work Environment?
12 Fast-Food Jobs That Pay for College
1/15 Offering tuition help to retain employees College can be expensive. The hulking cost of tuition is often a major factor in whether someone decides to pursue higher education. While a part-time job at a fast-food restaurant might not cover the total cost of attending school, many employers help their workers through tuition assistance programs. These benefit programs vary in structure and dollar amounts, but all aim to help employees work toward a degree or certificate.
Joining a Sorority or Fraternity Comes With a Cost Original
Many organizations provide detailed information about chapter dues, national fees and financial obligations either during the recruitment process or online. Getty Images When a college student decides to go Greek, the cost of joining in addition to the fees due every semester can pile up. And for some students who pledge and are accepted, these financial obligations come as a surprise. But recently, schools and organizations have made strides in being transparent about membership costs.
What to Know About Restrictive Early Action
How can top students distinguish themselves from other top students when applying to some of the most selective colleges in the U.S.? One answer is by applying through restrictive early action, an option offered at a handful of elite institutions. Schools that use restrictive early action ask prospective students to apply early only at that institution. Typically, such colleges require students to sign a form stating that they will not apply to other early admissions programs, with some exceptions.
What Are Soft Skills?
Getty Images As the job market continues to change, employers are looking for employees who can change and adapt to new technologies and processes. This makes it important to know what your soft skills are and how to display them effectively. But what are soft skills exactly? Soft skills are your personal characteristics that are displayed when you interact with others. They could be personality, intellectual or emotional traits, as well as other unique gifts you may have.
How Existing Student Loan Debt Affects Graduate School Prospects
The average student loan debt has continued to rise over the past decade and for some, the financial strain of repayments may limit their plans after undergraduate education. With many people carrying tens of thousands of dollars in undergraduate loan debt, enrolling in a graduate program becomes an even more weighty financial decision. It may cost as much, if not more, than their undergraduate education.
Signs of Procrastination at Work and How to Stop
Procrastination happens when you don’t feel motivated to complete a task, so you continue pushing it back for as long as possible. You may come up with excuses to wait on getting started. While procrastination may seem harmless, putting key projects on the back burner and underdelivering on your company’s or clients’ needs can hurt your career over time. Occasionally putting a pause on your forward momentum at work may not be a big deal.
Baltimore police reform pilot program diverts 911 calls
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Nearing six months on, city administration officials and police have lauded Baltimore’s 911 diversion pilot program as a success. The program diverts calls from “residents experiencing behavioral health and substance use crises” — like suicidal, psychiatric or abnormal behavior — to properly trained personnel rather than traditional police, according to a press release from Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott.
Baltimore police reform pilot program diverts 911 calls
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Maryland TikTok creators share their side of the story
Maryland young people are joining the growing number of content creators on TikTok despite the lack of a robust local community. TikTok videos from left to right; Phillip Chance Jr., 24; Justin Carmona, 29; and Kat Wellington, 23. (Screenshot and compilation by A.R. Cabral/Capital News Service) ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland young people are joining the growing number of content creators on TikTok despite the lack of a robust local community.
Maryland TikTok creators share their side of the story
TikTok videos from left to right; Phillip Chance Jr., 24; Justin Carmona, 29; and Kat Wellington, 23. Screenshot and compilation by A.R. Cabral/Capital News Service. Capital News Service — Maryland young people are joining the growing number of content creators on TikTok despite the lack of a robust local community. Digital content creation is among the rising jobs of 2021 as the labor market shifted during the pandemic, according to a LinkedIn report.
Cybersecurity concerns grow in hospitals across Maryland
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Cybersecurity concerns grow in hospitals across Maryland
This privacy policy has been compiled to better serve those who are concerned with how their ‘Personally identifiable information’ (PII) is being used online. PII, as used in US privacy law and information security, is information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or locate a single person, or to identify an individual in context.
Cybersecurity concerns grow in hospitals across Maryland
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Maryland hospitals are seeing an uptick in ransomware and other cybersecurity threats, mirroring a national trend, and a federal agency is investigating a dozen breaches among healthcare providers in the state. There are seven breaches currently under investigation from this year alone but there are 12 current investigations regarding Maryland healthcare providers in the last 24 months.
Cybersecurity concerns grow in hospitals across Maryland
Country United States of AmericaUS Virgin IslandsUnited States Minor Outlying IslandsCanadaMexico, United Mexican StatesBahamas, Commonwealth of theCuba, Republic ofDominican RepublicHaiti, Republic ofJamaicaAfghanistanAlbania, People's Socialist Republic ofAlgeria, People's Democratic Republic ofAmerican SamoaAndorra, Principality ofAngola, Republic ofAnguillaAntarctica (the territory South of 60 deg S)Antigua and BarbudaArgentina, Argentine RepublicArmeniaArubaAustralia, Commonwealth...
Cybersecurity concerns grow in Maryland hospitals
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland hospitals are seeing an uptick in ransomware and other cybersecurity threats, mirroring a national trend, and a federal agency is investigating a dozen breaches among health care providers in the state. There are seven breaches currently under investigation from this year alone but there are 12 current investigations regarding Maryland health care providers in the last 24 months.
Cybersecurity concerns grow in hospitals across Maryland
Country United States of AmericaUS Virgin IslandsUnited States Minor Outlying IslandsCanadaMexico, United Mexican StatesBahamas, Commonwealth of theCuba, Republic ofDominican RepublicHaiti, Republic ofJamaicaAfghanistanAlbania, People's Socialist Republic ofAlgeria, People's Democratic Republic ofAmerican SamoaAndorra, Principality ofAngola, Republic ofAnguillaAntarctica (the territory South of 60 deg S)Antigua and BarbudaArgentina, Argentine RepublicArmeniaArubaAustralia, Commonwealth...
Oct. 1 laws affect police, voting, LGBTQ+ rights
ANNAPOLIS — New laws went into effect in Maryland last Friday that put into action police and criminal justice reforms, addressed early voting, and increased protections for LGBTQ+ people. Police reforms include greater transparency for police conduct records and independent investigations of deaths in police custody. New criminal justice laws prohibit life sentences without parole for minors tried as adults and decrease sentences if incarcerated people continue their education.
Oct. 1 laws affect police, voting, LGBTQ+ rights
New laws went into effect in Maryland last Friday that put into action police and criminal justice reforms, addressed early voting, and increased protections for LGBTQ+ people. Police reforms include greater transparency for police conduct records and independent investigations of deaths in police custody. New criminal justice laws prohibit life sentences without parole for minors tried as adults and decrease sentences if incarcerated people continue their education.
New cybersecurity guidance coming to Maryland localities
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — A new law that strives to enhance cybersecurity in Maryland for local governments and small organizations will go into effect Friday. The law aims to promote cybersecurity oversight and advisement between the secretary of information technology, the attorney general and the legislative and judicial branches of government for offices and agencies of state government, according to the bill, SB049. “Maryland is going to be proactive,” said Sen. Susan Lee, D-Montgomery.
New Maryland laws affect police, voting, LGBTQ+ rights
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — New laws going into effect in Maryland on Friday will put into action police and criminal justice reforms, address early voting, and increase protections for LGBTQ+ people. Police reforms include greater transparency for police conduct records and independent investigations of deaths in police custody. New criminal justice laws will prohibit life sentences without parole for minors tried as adults and decrease sentences if incarcerated people continue their education.
New cybersecurity guidance coming to Maryland localities
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Maryland to start Apple’s electronic credentials program
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Marylanders traveling on an airplane may soon be able to leave their plastic state identification behind for a digital card from Apple Wallet. Other states introducing the digital identification program through Apple Inc. include Arizona, Connecticut, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Oklahoma and Utah, according to an Apple Sept. 1 press release. The digital ID feature will only be available on Apple devices, specifically using the tech company’s Wallet application.
Maryland to start Apple’s electronic credentials program
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An iPhone alone will soon get you through security at BWI
By A.R. Cabral, Capital News Service Marylanders traveling on an airplane may soon be able to leave their plastic state identification behind for a digital card from Apple Wallet. The digital ID feature will only be available on Apple devices, specifically using the tech company’s Wallet application. In 2019, Del. Kumar P.
Open season for vaccinations at UMD
“The process of getting a vaccine at UMD was super smooth,” said junior journalism major Michael Purdie. “The moment they announced that they were offering the vaccine to all students, I went onto the university health portal and registered… Then, on the day of the vaccine, I went to the Riggs Alumni Center.” Purdie received the Pfizer vaccine and developed no side-effects besides a sore arm.
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