Top Medical Schools in the U.S.

September 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas

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There are many great medical schools in the United States. Some of these medical institutions have reputations for providing excellent training in certain specialties. Even among a field of excellent schools, some stand out as being in the top tier of medical schools in the U.S. As someone interested in healthcare careers, you should consider embarking on a degree program at one of these schools because you’ll have a better chance of getting a good residency or fellowship. Here are some of the best medical schools.

Harvard University

Not surprisingly, Harvard has an extensive course catalog for those who are interested in a medical degree. While costly, the education you’ll receive at Harvard in Cambridge, Massachusetts (near Boston) will not only increase your chances at a successful career later, but prepare you for true-life experiences you will have in your life as a healthcare professional.

John Hopkins University

Located in Baltimore, Maryland, John Hopkins is one of the best medical universities in the world. In addition to a stellar reputation, the hospital associated with the university is ranked at or near the top in countless specialties. Research from this university regularly shows up in medical journals. The medical school enrollment is limited, which means students get more attention from professors.

Washington University

Based in Saint Louis, Missouri, Washington University has opportunities for students to study different specialties and work beside experienced doctors and surgeons at a renowned children’s hospital. The school is known for its specialties in nutrition and Alzheimer’s disease among others.

While these are just some of the top schools for medicine, there are several others that offer preparation for a healthcare career. Good luck in your journey!

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Online Courses for Writers

July 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment

In the business world, knowing how to write clearly and professionally is important to any career. It doesn’t matter if you’re in technical support, in middle management, or the CEO of the company. Writing well matters. But how can you improve? Here are some ideas.

Take an Online Course

Many colleges offer writing classes online for those who want to improve their writing. You can start with low-level classes or higher level classes depending on your current writing skills. Or you can pick a focus; courses in business writing, persuasive writing, and writing for advertising are also available. By improving your writing skills, you will be able to impress your boss, which may lead to a promotion. The experience may also help lead you to a new career path if you’re trying to get into a different department at your company.

Get a Higher Degree

Another way to improve your writing is through a series of classes that can be applied to an additional degree. If you don’t have a college degree, use the classes towards a bachelor degree. If you already have a bachelor degree, look into getting a master degree, whether in writing, business, or another field that’s related to your career.

Education is always a good investment and the return you’ll get by getting a better paying position or a position that you enjoy more is worth the efforts. If you’re considering furthering your career through online education, take the time to look into it today.

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Do You Know Your Country’s History?

July 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment

How well do you know the history of the United States? Some people store history in their minds like a college professor. Others have a Sarah Palin-like grasp on subjects such as the American Revolution and the Civil War.

Most Americans Don’t Know U.S. History

If you scratch your head in bewilderment when asked about early American trade with other countries or whether the U.S. has a national language, then you are not alone. According to the 2010 National Assessment of Educational Progress, 13% of high school seniors couldn’t answer similar questions accurately.

Some educators blame No Child Left Behind for the poor results. No Child Left Behind focuses so much on basic skills such as math and reading that it often prevents teachers from exploring other subjects, including U.S. history.

The Impact of History

Who cares whether people know U.S. history? After all, it’s just a bunch of boring dates and names, right?

Wrong. If you really know your history, then you probably already know George Santayana’s great maxim: those who forget the past are condemned to repeat it.

When people don’t understand U.S. history, they can’t learn from mistakes made in the past. This can lead to a host of social and economic problems. If only more people understood how the federal government helped the economy recover from the Great Depression, then today’s politicians probably wouldn’t spend so much time talking about debt ceilings and stimulus packages.

If more people understood their history, then they would know what happens when corporate deregulation gets taken too far.

History has importance in today’s world. As U.S. citizens, therefore, everyone should support educational programs that teach history as well as basic skills.

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