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Becoming a Software Engineer: Daiyin’s career-switching journey

Open doors with Northeastern’s Master of Science in Information Systems Lifelong learner and career switcher, Daiyin Yu, sought flexible, affordable options for online education. Previously having achieved a law degree, Daiyin pivoted her interest towards a more technical field at her “dream school”, Northeastern University.   In the online Master of…

A skill you’ll use your entire career: Writing

This week, we’re returning to our list of transferable technical skills, or the practical-knowledge skills that appear in job listings across the most career areas. So far, we’ve discussed how spreadsheet skills and project management skills stand to boost your qualifications regardless of your occupation. This week, we’re taking a…

OSAKA – The Homestay Way

Tell us about your homestay experience. It was my first time experiencing a homestay at the age of 43. Usually, when traveling, I book a room or an apartment in the country I am visiting and make detailed plans for places to visit, see, learn about, or eat at. However,…

What Now? (And What’s Next?) With the FAFSA

When the U.S. Department of Education announced the launch of the “Better FAFSA” for the 2024-25 school year, it was cause for optimism. The revised form would be simpler to fill out, more accessible to first-generation students and more likely to get aid into the hands of students in need.…

The Long-term Benefits of Travel for Academic and Personal Growth: An Insightful Journey for High School Students

In a world that is increasingly interconnected and diverse, the value of global awareness and understanding cannot be overstated. Experiential learning via student travel programs can help young adults explore the globe while attaining higher academic achievement.  The academic benefits of student travel programs, in fact, are too often understated:…

I relished every moment with my host in Tokyo!

Tell us about your homestay experience My experience staying at Misa’s flat in Tokyo was absolutely fantastic! The homestay provided an unparalleled glimpse into local life, and I truly relished every moment. What I enjoyed most was the immersive experience. It’s unlike any other accommodation; you become part of the…