Introduction Iowa City, Iowa, is a vibrant community with a range of financial institutions to support its residents. Whether you are looking for a bank, credit union, or mortgage lender, Iowa City offers several top-notch options. This article highlights some of the best financial institutions in the Iowa City metro area. Best Bank: Hills Bank and Trust Company Hills Bank and Trust Company is a prominent financial institution in Iowa

Introduction The Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood metro area is a bustling region with a wide array of financial institutions to serve its residents. Whether you are looking for a bank, credit union, or mortgage lender, this area offers numerous options. This article explores some of the best financial institutions in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood metro area. Best Bank: First Merchants Bank First Merchants Bank is a leading financial institution in the Indianapolis metro area, known

Dr. Miguel A. CardonaThe U.S. Department of Education announced Monday that more than 5 million Americans have been approved for student loan forgiveness under the Biden-Harris Administration, with total debt relief reaching $183.6 billion through 28 separate debt relief initiatives.Monday's announcement details three major components of relief:The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program has approved $465 million in relief for 6,100 additional borrowers, bringing the total to over $78.4 billion

Introduction Jackson, Michigan, is a thriving community with a range of financial institutions to support its residents. Whether you are looking for a bank, credit union, or mortgage lender, Jackson offers several top-notch options. This article highlights some of the best financial institutions in the Jackson metro area. Best Bank: County National Bank County National Bank is a prominent financial institution in Jackson, known for its personalized service and community

How can we best teach a hybrid or HyFlex class? This week I’m starting my gaming in education seminar and the students are almost exactly balanced between in person and online.  I’ve taught a series of blended classes in Georgetown’s LDT program before, yet wanted to redesign this one with some new ideas and to share my plans here. First, some general notes, then I’ll dive into my plans for

Thor, the god of thunder, was one of the most popular gods in Norse mythology. According to the mythology, Thor had two sons, Magni and Modi. Teaching students about Thor’s sons can be an excellent way to introduce Norse mythology to children and help them to understand the folklore. Teaching children about Magni and Modi starts with introducing them to Thor first. Thor was the son of Odin, the king

Title: Assistant Professor in the Center for the Study of Higher Education at University of Arizona.  Tenured: NoAge: 35Education: B.A., Journalism; M.A., Ph.D.Career mentors: Dr. Ozan Jaquette, UCLA; Dr. Gary D. Rhoades, University of Arizona. Words of wisdom/advice for new faculty members: “Research should be serving a greater good. Doing research for the sake of research is great, but it's even better when we are able to leverage that into making some type of transformative change.”Growing

Dr. Robert Paul Wolff, a distinguished philosopher, educator, and champion of educational equity, passed away last week.Dr. Robert Paul WolffBorn December 27, 1933, Wolff dedicated his life to scholarship, teaching, and advocacy. During his tenure at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he held joint appointments in Philosophy and Afro-American Studies, he challenged conventional academic and social boundaries. His memoir, Autobiography of an Ex-White Man: Learning a New Master Narrative

In this post-presidential election reality, many of us are feeling uncertain about our jobs—especially DEI folks who have been seeing the writing on the wall for quiteShawntal Z. Brown some time. Unfortunately, I speak from experience.In the span of a six-minute Zoom call, I was suddenly jobless and unable to process the many emotions swirling through my mind. Just like that, the entire Division of Diversity and Campus Engagement at

 Colleges and universities across the country are preparing to celebrate the legacy of a civil rights icon who championed integration and transformed America’sRev. Dr. Forrest M. Pritchett racial landscape. Every third Monday in January, millions of Americans pay homage to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and this year is no different. In fact, some college leaders say that with the continued attack on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, now is the