Topic: grad school

Is Grad School Worth It?

Is Grad School Worth It?

I went back to school to get my MBA a few years ago. I was in the middle of a good career, and didn’t really need to continue my education. My job was solid, the economy hadn’t crashed yet, and life was good. But I treasure education; I love to learn new things, and I’m an extrovert. I had the desire to further my education and found a very cool program that combined my interests in business and international affairs. I knew Georgia Tech was a great school, and I knew I would have to make some sacrifices to attend this program. What I didn’t realize at the time was the way it would change my life. More »

You May Have To Become A Prostitute To Pay Off Your Student Loans

You May Have To Become A Prostitute To Pay Off Your Student Loans

You know it’s bad when story lines from the now defunct Melrose Place reboot and 90210 start becoming real. According to a new study out of England, the number of students using their bodies to pay their fees has doubled in the past year. The study of undergraduates and postgraduates across the UK found that as many as 6% are turning to lap-dancing, pole-dancing, escorting and prostitution in order to fund their studies. More »