The pursuit of higher education doesn’t have to break the bank. In an era where online learning is increasingly recognized and respected, obtaining an affordable bachelor’s degree online has never been more accessible.A new study by university ranking site Research.com analyzed the top 10 most affordable online bachelor’s degrees in the U.S. based on the cost per credit both in-state and out-of-state. Here they are below:University of Florida (UF) An online BA from the University of Florida comes in at a cost of $112 per credit for in-state students or $150 per credit for out-of-state students. UF is a top-ranked…
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This holiday season, Beyoncé is treating her millions of fans to an unforgettable performance! The superstar will headline the halftime show during the NFL game on Christmas Day, where the Houston Texans will face off against the Baltimore Ravens.The announcement came Sunday night from Netflix and Beyoncé herself, making this a historic event—it’s the first NFL game Netflix will stream live. And adding to the excitement, the game will take place at NRG Stadium in Houston, Beyoncé’s hometown.Netflix has revealed that Beyoncé’s performance will include tracks from her latest album, Cowboy Carter, and she’ll be joined onstage by surprise guests…
On Friday, former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson and former YouTuber and Disney star Jake Paul step into the ring at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. “I think I will knock him out in the fifth or sixth round,” Paul said in an interview with CNN. “I love Mike, but I have to handle business.”The pair were originally scheduled to fight in July this year, but it was postponed when Tyson experienced an ulcer flare up on a flight.The main card of Friday’s event will begin at 8:30 p.m. ET, with the bout between Tyson and Paul, which takes place…
The wait is almost over! The first part of the highly anticipated Wicked movie, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, is set to hit theaters on November 22. With ticket sales already underway, fans are also rushing to grab exclusive Wicked-themed collaborations that are popping up online at retailers like Amazon, Target, and more.From cozy slippers for your trip to the theater to Glinda and Elphaba-inspired Lego kits, below are Peoples’ list magical finds that are under $50. Whether you’re shopping for a Broadway lover, a musical theater enthusiast, or someone who just can’t wait to immerse themselves in the…
Portland, Maine – USA, November 12, 2024 –Organizers of Geo Week, the leading event that bridges geospatial technologies with the built environment, has announced its conference program and speaker lineup for the 2025 event, scheduled for February 10-12, 2025, in Denver, CO. This year’s highly anticipated program will feature 200+ industry experts and an extensive array of sessions covering geospatial innovations, digital workflows, cutting-edge reality capture, advanced lidar, and more. For the first time, the Reality Capture Network (RCN) will host a dedicated conference track, and ASPRS will continue to host dedicated conference sessions, all accessible with the Geo Week…
By Sydney Severn The Development Bank of Singapore (DBS) has appointed its first female CEO, Tan Su Shan. Having contributed to the company as deputy CEO and group head of institutional banking, Shan will replace the current CEO of 14 years, Piyush Gupta, upon his retirement in March 2025.“I am really deeply honored and humbled by this,” Shan said. “Piyush is very big shoes to fill.”Shan graduated with a Master of Arts from Lincoln College at Oxford University, where she studied politics, philosophy and economics. She completed executive leadership courses at the business schools of Harvard, Stanford…
Imagine you step into an elevator and someone you professionally admire is standing inside. You exchange pleasantries, and she casually asks, “So tell me about yourself.”It’s a broad question we’ve all heard, and a great answer can create new opportunities in both your professional and personal life. But you only have 30 seconds to impress this person with your abilities. Are you able to articulate your strengths and accomplishments in that time? And can you naturally integrate an “ask” into conversation?Talk about pressure! Perfecting a response to such a general inquiry can be quite challenging, and it requires some thoughtful…
Funding a small business can be difficult for anyone, but for Indigenous-owned businesses, it can be even more challenging. A 2022 study by the Federal Reserve Banks found that only 36% of American Indian or Alaskan Native businesses were fully approved for a loan or other financial aid resources—a whopping 22% less than businesses owned by white people. Because of this, there have been numerous funding opportunities made available to Indigenous-owned businesses over the years to close this inequitable gap. If you’re a Native business owner or are thinking of starting your own business soon, here are some resources that…
If you’re currently looking for a job, chances are you’ve ignited your network, polished your resume and practiced your interviewing skills. But have you spent any time identifying and learning how to highlight your KSAs?CareerOneStop explains that knowledge, skills and abilities, often referred to as KSAs, are your unique job qualifications that employers often use to match you with a job opening.Let’s look at each of them individually, and then consider how you might identify and highlight yours in a resume, cover letter, interview or social media profile:KnowledgeKnowledge is what you understand from education or experience. For instance, construction work requires knowledge of…
Queer entrepreneurs often face stigma, a lack of resources and fewer opportunities than other small business owners. In fact, in 2021, the Center for LGBTQ Economic Advancement found that only 4% of all small businesses were owned by queer entrepreneurs—with this percentage even lower for transgender business owners.But one queer-owned business is making sure that every business has the opportunity for visibility.Niko Rosen Storment has always been a jack of all trades. With more than a decade of experience as a singer-songwriter, videographer, photographer and events producer, Storment wanted to use his unique skill set in marketing to bring attention…
