
Lashonda Abdussatar Continues Her Higher Education Journey in Ed.D. Program
Sometimes even the principal has homework. Such is the case for Lashonda Abdussatar, who is enrolled in the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership

Sometimes even the principal has homework. Such is the case for Lashonda Abdussatar, who is enrolled in the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership

The decision to become a teacher represents more of a calling than a career. From an early age, Dr. Holly Schafer knew she wanted to

Twenty years after embarking on a successful nursing career, Lileth Encarnacion is fulfilling a long-term goal by returning to college. She is on track to

Dr. Kelly L. Colwell scored a hat trick with three degrees from Youngstown State University – a bachelor’s and master’s, both in respiratory care, followed

As the Health Commissioner for Wayne County in Ohio, Youngstown native Nicholas Cascarelli has found himself in leadership positions throughout his career. Key to his

No sooner had Kelley Harnett crossed the finish line than she was raring to start again. The Orangeville, Ohio, native enrolled in the online Master

As a single mother, Allison Schuster has a close relationship with her daughter, Abigail — so close that they will soon both have nursing degrees

Lacey Madison had already built a successful career in business and education when she moved into an administrative role. “The business piece was something I
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected virtually every industry. The results of the crisis have been disruptive – and destructive – especially to businesses such as
In the most competitive job markets, landing and keeping a rewarding position are dependent on both specialized skills and the ability to communicate. The most
Principals are responsible for leading schools in a variety of ways. They help develop and uphold school board policies and mission statements, lead instructors and

After more than 24 years of working for the same organization, Brigham Sloan is still thinking about the big picture. “As you look around and

Life is going fast for Megan Harding. After moving from Pennsylvania to Florida for a job last year, she graduated from the Master of Business

The first time Eric Brown was a student at Youngstown State University, he helped the Penguins secure their fourth national football championship. Twenty-one years later,

Brigid Tebaldi was an experienced entrepreneur long before she enrolled in the general Master of Business Administration hybrid program at Youngstown State University. But even
When the World Health Organization (WHO) named 2020 the Year of the Nurse and the Midwife, it likely had no idea how fitting that recognition
Though leadership might seem like an innate trait, it’s possible to build the needed skills and attributes. Youngstown State University’s online Master of Business Administration
There are many strategies for achieving marketing goals through building consumer awareness, engagement and retention. Today’s consumers spend significant amounts of time online. Thus, marketing
Nursing is an immensely rewarding, yet stressful, career. If nurses don’t develop effective coping mechanisms to navigate the challenges inherent in their jobs, it can
Although cognitive intelligence (IQ) is important in nursing, another type of intelligence is increasingly recognized as important for success. Emotional intelligence allows nurses to form
If you are interested in working with exceptional students, whether in a general education setting, as a support specialist or as a student advocate, earning
Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge in the areas of curriculum instruction, school administration or technology in the classroom? Would you like
As higher education costs skyrocket, colleges and universities are offering accessible and affordable online degree programs that are competitive and convenient. Besides saving on commuting
More people are pursuing a Master of Business Administration online than ever before. Fifty percent of online MBA programs reported an increase in applications for
If you’ve decided to pursue an MBA, you’ve probably done a lot of research. It means you took the time to outline your career goals
When a teacher-preparation college or university achieves accreditation, you can be confident it offers a high-quality education. But what makes accreditation so important? The History
In an RN to BSN program, students learn how to incorporate evidence-based practice (EBP) into patient care. Students gain an understanding of the importance of
While RNs have many responsibilities, their primary duty is to provide safe, optimal care to their patients. Additionally, part of a nurse’s job is to
From large urban university hospitals to private practices and rural facilities, there are robust career opportunities for nurses in Ohio. The career outlook for Ohio
An Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) both prepare students to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)
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