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In response to Los Angeles County’s growing need for qualified early childhood educators and transitional kindergarten (TK) teachers, Pacific Oaks College and the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE)…

Discover the biggest challenges social workers face, and how Pacific Oaks College equips you to overcome them. The post Top Challenges Social Workers Face, And How Pacific Oaks College Prepares…

By Matt Alderton Like bicycles losing air from their tires, schools in the United States are losing students from their classrooms with an audible hiss. Public school enrollment fell from…

A toddler in yellow overalls, an unzipped spring jacket hanging loose from her shoulders, stands in an open yard next to an enclosure. Beside her, its bill pressed to the…

At Pacific Oaks College, STEAM in early childhood education means hands-on, child-led learning that builds curiosity, problem-solving, and confidence from the start. The post 7 Ways Pacific Oaks Integrates STEAM…

Discover how Pacific Oaks integrates inclusive practices and antibias frameworks into early childhood education for societal change. The post Why Early Childhood Education Is Ground Zero for Social Change appeared…

Cheryl Greer-Jarman was a child of Pasadena. She grew up on Pepper Street, the same street where Jackie Robinson was raised and where Robinson and young Greer-Jarman’s mothers kept a…

Explore careers to pursue with a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Early Childhood Education, from program leadership to nonprofit advocacy. The post Where Can an Ed.D. Take You? 6 Careers…

BY LAUREN DIXON KEY TAKEAWAYS Pacific Oaks College Social Work programs prepare students for real-world child and family practice through two supervised internships. Students develop cultural competency by confronting biases…

Pursuing a career in social work can be extremely rewarding for those looking to effect positive change within communities. Pacific Oaks College offers two online social work programs that prepare…

Creativity through art, movement, and imagination opens paths for healing and can guide the next generation of humanistic psychologists. The post The Art of Healing Through Creative Expression: Humanistic Psychology…

Saybrook University offers flexible graduate programs that help midcareer and late-life professionals pivot with purpose and build meaningful new careers. Careers evolve just as people do. For many midcareer professionals…

Counselors are trained to care for others, but the work takes an emotional toll. Here’s how they stay grounded through personal therapy, supervision, and peer support. BY LORI S. ALCALÁ…

Functional nutrition expert Dr. Shari Youngblood explains how your gut microbiome affects brain health, mood, and mental well-being. BY ISABEL NELSON KEY TAKEAWAYS You can’t have a healthy brain without…

Saybrook University offers an online Mind-Body Medicine graduate degree program that comprehensively explores evidence-backed mind-body practices as an integrative and complementary approach to health care. There’s a lot to know…

Saybrook University is proud to announce its biennial Community Learning Experience, taking place from August 25-29, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. For the first time, registration for this event will…

Biofeedback is a therapeutic technique therapists, counselors, coaches, doctors, nurses, and teachers use. Becoming a biofeedback practitioner varies by field, demanding various education and training requirements. To be recognized as…

The self-directed learning inherent at Saybrook University paved the way for H.D. Kirkpatrick, Ph.D., to have a career in forensic psychology and storytelling. H.D. Kirkpatrick, Ph.D., was first introduced to…

PASADENA, Calif., May 8, 2025 – Saybrook University is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeremy Moreland, Ph.D., as its new president. With more than three decades of experience in…

Siri K. Zemel, Ph.D., had just reached a new career peak in 2012. After working in private practice as a registered dietician and serving as executive director at an eating…

The Chicago School today announced it has earned the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, one of the highest national designations in higher education honoring institutions where community impact…

The IllinoisCOM Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program develops future DOs with whole-person training, early clinical experience, and community-focused learning. The post Why the IllinoisCOM Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program Stands…

The Chicago School’s accredited psychology graduate programs combine hands-on training, expert faculty, and clinical partnerships that prepare future mental health professionals. The post Progress in Action: Clinical Psychology Programs With…

An expert on family engagement in education explains how parents can be the best teachers. The post Ed Tech Hour Episode 43: Lindsey Shah appeared first on Insight Digital Magazine.

What should practitioners (and those who log on) know about therapy apps? The post Self-Actualization: Therapy Apps Provide Jobs for Clinicians and Access for Clients appeared first on Insight Digital…

Thinking about a career in mental health? Explore how The Chicago School’s B.A. Psychology: Focused Path offers a direct path to your goals. The post How the 3-Year Psychology B.A.…

Brian Humphrey, Ph.D., graduate of The Chicago School and clinical and prescribing psychologist at PsychSynergy Behavioral Health, was approached by a physician colleague about an adolescent patient whose mother said…

BY ISABEL NELSON For Kim Vander Dussen, Psy.D., play is serious business. A professor in the Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program at The Chicago School, Dr. Vander Dussen is coordinator of…

Education can be a soothing salve during a time when the world seems increasingly unstable, and anxieties are running high. The post How Higher Education Can Boost Mental Health and…

A seasoned expert in learning experience design outlines the value of AI in assisting teachers design courses. The post Ed Tech Hour Episode 42: Dr. Lord Giddie appeared first on…

BY LAUREN DIXON Studying abroad has long been an important part of higher education, allowing students to immerse themselves in diverse cultures, gain firsthand experience with pressing global issues, and…

Roblyn P. Lewter’s keynote fused science, ancestral wisdom, and lived experience to call for radical healing and joy in breast cancer care. The post Dr. Roblyn P. Lewter Inspires Global…

BY ISABEL NELSON The average person goes through life seeking to avoid trauma, but some brave folks confront it head-on. Lindsey Brown McCormick, Ph.D., is one such person. Dr. McCormick,…

The Chicago School offers comprehensive training and education, preparing our Applied Behavior Analysis master’s students to identify and reflect on personal biases, assess patients’ behaviors and triggers, and tailor techniques…

BY KIM SMART Married Chicago School graduates Bobby Carter, Ph.D., and Brenda Carter, Ph.D., or “BC2” as they like to say, are a dynamic duo. Brenda is a culture strategist…

All human beings eventually learn that life’s challenges—whether the loss of a loved one, job instability, or the end of a meaningful relationship—take an undeniable toll on mental well-being. But…

The Chicago School, a nonprofit university dedicated to training professionals for careers that improve the health of individuals, organizations, and communities, announced the launch of a new B.A. Psychology: Focused…

A career in school psychology offers a chance to make a meaningful impact, whether that be supporting students or influencing systematic changes within the public education system. At The Chicago…

Have you ever found yourself asking the question, “Why are people like this?” or “What motivated them to act like that?” Well, there’s a science for that: behavior analysis. Behavior…

BY ISABEL NELSON The next generation of research scientists has unique challenges ahead of it, but those future researchers also have dedicated, driven instructors in their corner. Associate professor Kito…

Discover seven ways faculty mentors support Hybrid J.D. students in California, from orientation and academics to wellness, career guidance, and bar prep. Hybrid J.D. students come to law school with…

Brandy Price’s journey from teacher to dean shows how a commitment to access, representation, and community shaped her leadership at The Colleges of Law. BY ISABEL NELSON The Colleges of…

As the nation nears its 250th anniversary, democracy depends on citizens who understand constitutional rights, limits, and civic responsibilities. By JIAE MOON, J.D., CONSTITUTIONAL LAW PROFESSOR With the 250th anniversary…

Adjunct professor Justin Tuttle honors his family’s legal roots but redefines what that legacy means. BY REBECCA KOCH For most families, a fifth generation following in the same profession would…

Advance your compliance career with The Colleges of Law’s MBLT degree, where business, law, and technology prepare tomorrow’s risk leaders. BY COURTNEY COX Compliance careers are expanding fast as organizations…

BY THE COLLEGES OF LAW The Colleges of Law, credited with launching California’s first accredited Hybrid J.D. program, announced the appointment of Brandy Price, J.D., as its new Dean and…

Explore legal careers that serve the underserved. The Colleges of Law prepares students to advocate for justice and equity through public interest law.      Too often, the people who need…

California extends Provisional Licensure Program for Feb 2025 bar takers, allowing supervised practice while awaiting admission. BY THE COLLEGES OF LAW The State Bar of California has announced an important…

Technology is changing everything from how we shop to how we work, and the laws and systems meant to keep up are often a few steps behind. That’s where forward-thinking…

In addition to providing a more streamlined process for administrative legal tasks, blockchain technology also offers a secure way of storing sensitive legal data. As blockchain technology continues to transform…

The Colleges of Law offers multiple degree programs that can facilitate you on your path to a legal project management career. Project management is a necessary career within almost all…

The Colleges of Law will celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2025 on Saturday, April 26, where 64 graduates who have completed rigorous legal studies while balancing careers, families…

The Colleges of Law instructor Thomas Officer says right now is “the best time to be an entrepreneur in the legal technology space.” SUMMARY Artificial intelligence won’t make lawyers obsolete,…

With the rise of data breaches, cybersecurity is a lucrative industry in which to be right now. There is a need for trained professionals in the field of cybersecurity. According…

California’s “tough-on-crime” approach shifts to integrate rehabilitation efforts and transform the criminal justice system. The debate between punishment and rehabilitation in the criminal justice system is long-standing, with deep implications…

As the California immigrant community faces many uncertainties, The Colleges of Law continues to champion legal advocacy. When California’s proposed budget plan for 2024-2025 was released, immigrants and immigrant activists…

Technology has shown so much promise, but some things are just always going to require a human touch. The post 6 Things Law School Students Need to Know About the…

In a very technologically dependent world, many people rely on quick information. These five TikTok lawyers have gone viral across several social media platforms, flexing their legal knowledge to benefit…

The Colleges of Law advocates for raising awareness of inequities in the criminal justice system. One of the largest issues within California corrections facilities— overpopulation. The strain on our criminal…

Learn how California initiatives could impact LGBTQ rights—and how The Colleges of Law is empowering students to advocate for equality and justice in the legal system. As California voters head…

Technological change is accelerating faster than most institutions can adapt. As artificial intelligence reshapes work, learning, and leadership, higher education faces a deeper question: what human skills truly endure when…

The future of higher education depends on collaboration. Written by founder and chancellor, Michael Horowitz, Ph.D., The Community Solution: The Power of Radical Cooperation in Higher Education. The book offers…

The Community Solution Education System is pleased to announce announced that Sonia Jethani has joined the organization as Vice President of Student Financial Affairs. Jethani brings extensive experience in student financial…

Distinctiveness in higher education isn’t created by accident. It takes clarity, discipline, and the willingness to make strategic choices, especially as colleges face shrinking enrollments, rising costs, and pressure to…

Higher education is entering a new era of digital responsibility. As campuses adopt AI tools, expand online learning, and rely on data to improve the student experience, the pressure to…

Higher education is under financial pressure like never before. Rising costs, shrinking enrollments, and tuition-dependent models are forcing leaders to make hard choices about what to cut and what to…

The Community Solution Education System has entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Camosun College opening opportunities to develop academic pathways for Camosun students to all six institutions within the…

Shrinking enrollments and financial strain are pressuring colleges nationwide, but survival isn’t about cutting to the bone. It’s about rethinking how institutions scale, collaborate, and innovate. In this episode of…

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the workforce—but most colleges and universities are still figuring out what it means for teaching, learning, and leadership. In this episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael…

Bold ideas alone don’t drive change in higher education. They need structure, support, and shared commitment to take root. In this episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael Horowitz speaks with…

UWS’ Community-Based Clinical Education program allows students to gain experience wherever they wish to practice. University of Western States has earned an international reputation and welcomes students from around the...…

Dear University of Western States Community, As I reflect on my first year as president of this remarkable institution, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the enduring...…

Michele Tilstra, Ph.D., OTD, OTR/L, leads UWS’ new two-year hybrid Doctor of Occupational Therapy program, blending clinical expertise with innovative teaching. Michele Tilstra, Ph.D., OTD, OTR/L, program director of Occupational...…

Partnership expands international academic pathways, enabling Camosun kinesiology students streamlined entry into UWS’s Doctor of Chiropractic program. The post The Community Solution and Camosun College Sign Memorandum Expanding Learning Opportunities…

Explore how occupational therapists are redefining mental health care through practical, person-centered support. The post The Expanding Role of Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Care appeared first on University of…

  Explore how UWS faculty blend science, experience, and patient care to teach evidence-informed naturopathic medicine. By Bryanna Somers In naturopathy, being evidence-informed means leaning on the best available research...…

  Joshua Rubinstein, ND, explains how naturopathic medicine programs blend science and natural care to prepare future doctors for whole-person health. By Kim Smart KEY TAKEAWAYS Joshua Rubinstein, ND, associate...…

Natasha Smet, OTD, highlights the shared qualities that set students up for success in occupational therapy careers. The post Is Occupational Therapy Right for You? 7 Signs You’re Made for…

University of Western States (UWS) announced today that its new Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program has been granted Candidacy Status by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE®)...…

The CBCE program places students in internships and preceptorships that provide invaluable hands-on training and needed care to the communities they serve. The post UWS Student Finds Inspiration in Community-Based…