Monthly Archives: June 2025

Training and Onboarding Strategies for Recruiters Using New Software

Training and Onboarding Strategies for Recruiters Using New Software

Table of Contents: Addressing the Need for Robust Software Training Steps for a Successful Recruiter Onboarding Program Customizing Training for Different Learning Styles Best Practices for Showcasing Software Features The Role of Ongoing Support and Knowledge Sharing Measuring Training Success and Iterating Programs Future Trends in Recruiter Training Technology Addressing the Need for Robust Software […] … learn more→

What to expect from an Online MRA degree: Cost, tme & opportunities

What to expect from an Online MRA degree: Cost, tme & opportunities

Going for a graduate degree’s a big swing—time, cash, and grit are all on the line. But for pros juggling jobs and ambitions, online programs are a game-changer, offering flexibility to learn without hitting pause on life. The Master of Research Administration (MRA) is picking up steam, training folks to master research funding, compliance, and […] … learn more→

The thousand and one ways to learn throughout life

The thousand and one ways to learn throughout life

A few years ago, in the professional world, it was common to pursue a specific, well-defined occupation, such as a draftsman, millwright, or baker. You were what you were and knew what you knew. Today, training is more accessible and flexible thanks to information and communication technologies. Not only is it possible to redirect career paths with […] … learn more→

What is the purpose of a doctorate? What the history of the university's highest degree teaches us

What is the purpose of a doctorate? What the history of the university’s highest degree teaches us

In the world of degrees, the doctorate occupies a special place. Not only is it the highest academic degree, but it not only certifies the mastery of skills, but also demonstrates the ability to produce new knowledge. How did it gain recognition in the job market? As a cost-saving measure, the 2025 finance law abruptly […] … learn more→

Trump administration’s conflicting messages on Chinese student visas reflect complex US-China relations

Trump administration’s conflicting messages on Chinese student visas reflect complex US-China relations

President Donald Trump appears to have walked back plans for the U.S. State Department to scrutinize and revoke visas for Chinese students studying in the country. On June 11, 2025, Trump posted on his social media platform TruthSocial that visas for Chinese students would continue and that they are welcome in the United States, as their presence “has always […] … learn more→

AI, our new confidants: what risks for mental health?

AI, our new confidants: what risks for mental health?

Since the launch in November 2022 of ChatGPT, the conversational agent developed by OpenAI, generative artificial intelligence seems to have invaded our lives. The ease and naturalness with which it’s possible to communicate with these tools are such that some users even turn them into true confidants. This is not without risks for mental health. […] … learn more→

Chapter and article – what’s the difference?

Chapter and article – what’s the difference?

So what’s the difference between writing a chapter about your empirical research for an edited collection as opposed to a journal article? This is a question I do get asked, so here is an answer. You might think that the journal article and the book chapter are completely different animals – journals require articles that are […] … learn more→

Seven questions to ask ourselves before sharing news on social media

Seven questions to ask ourselves before sharing news on social media

It seems difficult to combat fake news on social media when our personal biases lead us to believe it, when algorithms present us with exactly what we want to hear, and when our favorite influencers tell us in a compelling and confident way. What can we do as social media users to develop a more critical eye? How can schools contribute […] … learn more→

AI ‘reanimations’: Making facsimiles of the dead raises ethical quandaries

AI ‘reanimations’: Making facsimiles of the dead raises ethical quandaries

Christopher Pelkey was shot and killed in a road range incident in 2021. On May 8, 2025, at the sentencing hearing for his killer, an AI video reconstruction of Pelkey delivered a victim impact statement. The trial judge reported being deeply moved by this performance and issued the maximum sentence for manslaughter. As part of the ceremonies to […] … learn more→

The hidden bias in college admissions tests: How standardized exams can favor privilege over potential

The hidden bias in college admissions tests: How standardized exams can favor privilege over potential

At first glance, calls from members of Congress to restore academic merit in college admissions might sound like a neutral policy. In our view, these campaigns often cherry-pick evidence and mask a coordinated effort that targets access and diversity in American colleges. As scholars who study access to higher education, we have found that when these efforts are paired with pressure to reinstate standardized tests, they […] … learn more→