Head of the Class

Danielle Fornes on US back to school shopping

August 7, 2015

A look at women in US construction

The U.S. construction industry reported growth in more than two-thirds of major metro areas last year. This is good news for job seekers, or at least some of them.

July 10, 2015

Vocational training gives students real experiences

High school aged students are being trained in a way that gives them a much better feel for the real working world.

June 19, 2015

Colombia governor making education top priority

In Colombia, one governor is making education the center of his development plan. His initiative has received international attention, even winning last year’s prestigious Guangzhou award which highlights urban innovation.

May 29, 2015

New research shows Ivy League schools may not be worth it

Millions of students across the U.S. are getting ready to start a new chapter in their lives and go to college. While the importance of a college education is something most experts agree on, the value of going to an elite college continues to be a […]