There are about 1.3 million active duty members of the military and more than 800,000 reserve forces in the United States. In 2017, there were approximately 18.2 million U.S. military veterans, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More than 9 million veterans are enrolled in the Veterans Health Administration healthcare system, but … Continue reading More Colleges Offering Programs in Veteran Services
The number of Americans age 65 and older will double from 35 million in 2000 to 70 million by 2030, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. And the number of people age 85 and older is expected to increase from 4.2 million to almost 9.6 million. These statistics translate into some great career opportunities in … Continue reading Consider a Career in Geriatrics and Aging
WE’VE ALL HEARD THE JOKES ABOUT PHILOSOPHY MAJORS AND THEIR PERCEIVED LACK OF JOB SKILLS. One example: How do you get a philosophy major off your porch? Answer: Pay for your pizza. While the joke is humorous (unless you’re a philosophy student or professional), the message it conveys is not true. A bachelor’s degree in philosophy … Continue reading A Philosophy Degree Provides Good Preparation for Success in Many Careers