Adult Learner
Should I Get an Advanced Degree? - 4 Questions to Ask Yourself
Pursuing an advanced degree can be a life-changing decision that opens up new career opportunities and personal growth. But what is an advanced degree, and how do you know if it's the right choice for...
Career
How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile – LinkedIn Tips for New Grads
Congratulations, new grads! With diploma in hand, it’s time to head out into the workforce; whether you’re starting a new path after earning a bachelor’s degree or elevating your career with the...
Behavioral Science, Faculty/Staff Spotlight
How to Create a Safe Space: Trauma-Informed Strategies for Supporting LGBTQIA+ Populations
June 9th, 2026
"You're trying to minimize their trauma and help them understand the trauma they've already incurred and then resilient strategies for it. By acknowledging that trauma and using active listening and...
Teaching & Education, Career
10 Steps to Making a Career Change To Teaching - Teaching as a Second Career
There are hundreds of anecdotes that prove one supportive teacher can make all the difference in a child’s life. Even if you didn’t have that experience growing up, you can still become that teacher...
Teaching & Education
UMass Global Updates Master of Arts in Education Program for Greater Customization and Career Alignment
June 1st, 2026
ALISO VIEJO, Calif. (June 1, 2026) — University of Massachusetts Global has updated its Master of Arts in Education program to provide a more flexible, student-centered path for professionals seeking...
Teaching & Education, Faculty/Staff Spotlight
Inside UMass Global’s Newly Revised MA in Education: Q&A With Program Chair Dr. Shari Farris
May 28th, 2026
Today’s educators are navigating rapid change — from new technologies and diverse learner needs to evolving expectations around equity, leadership, and impact. In this Q&A, Associate Professor of...
Business
Is an MBA Worth It?
You’re not one to back down from your goals—you’re focused and have plenty of ambition. To fuel your success, you're considering earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. After all, it...