The Benefits of a Scholarship Program
A scholarship program provides funding for students to pay for their education. It can be awarded based on academic merit,…
Financial Scandal Reminds Us That Trust in Our Financial Markets Can Be Shattered
Whether it’s Bernie Madoff’s $65 billion Ponzi scheme or the failure of Lehman Brothers—both of which had major repercussions for…
Political Commentary
Political commentary is the expression of opinions or beliefs regarding political issues, events and policies. Unlike traditional news reporting, political…
What’s Hot This Year in Mayor Speeches
Every year, mayors across the country deliver a State of the City speech that highlights their accomplishments in office and…
Understanding University Ranking
University ranking is a process of evaluating the performance of universities using various indicators. These indicators are compared, allocated a…
What is Regional Development?
Regional development is the process by which regions seek to create, maintain and strengthen their economic, social and environmental capacity.…
How to Pay a Veteran Tribute
Veterans Day is a meaningful opportunity to honor the many contributions of our nation’s heroes. In an address to mark…
Public Debate 101 – How to Successfully Participate in a Public Debate
Debate teaches participants how to critically assess a speaker’s point of view, reasoning and use of evidence and rhetoric. They…
How to Handle Disappointing Exam Results
Exam results are a major moment in any student’s life. Whether it’s for a school exam or an industry certification,…
How to Celebrate Graduation Day
Graduation day marks the end of one chapter in a student’s life and the start of another. It is an…