How to pick the right college
Commentary by Chara For many of you high school seniors, now is the time for you to make one of the most important decisions in your life: where you will attend college. Choosing a college can be stressful and difficult. If you are having difficulty deciding what college to pick, here are some tips that […]
Latin communities influencing the way rural America speaks English
Commentary by Eulogio JP I have often wondered how Latin culture will shape American culture. In Chicago and New York City, for instance, you can easily see how Italian immigrants have influenced the culture of both cities, including the way the residents speak. At times, I have doubted if I would live to see Latin […]
KC Degrees helps adults return to college
By Roberta Pardo A Kansas City area organization is helping people who did not finish college return and earn a degree. KC Degrees provides area adults with personalized, consistent and reliable college success services to help them earn a college degree or high-quality certificate. Alex Villagran, KC Degrees bilingual college success navigator, said the organization […]
Discrimination in education?
Commentary by Eulogio JP A concerning educational trend has emerged during Trump’s presidency Recently, while walking through the halls of my alma mater, Park University, I noticed a huge change: There are few international students. My wife, a Park alumna, once told me that the one thing she enjoyed the most about Park was that […]
Study shows many families lack financial plans for college
By Chara Many American families are not prepared to pay for their children’s college education, according to a recent study published by Sallie Mae analyzing how families pay for college. According to the report, 40 percent of families do not have a plan to pay for college. The study also pointed out, however, that many […]
In defense of screen time
By Siri Fiske The Silicon Valley engineers who design our tech gadgets won’t let their kids anywhere near those devices, according to a shocking New York Times profile. These workers are convinced too much time in front of smartphones and iPads is rotting kids’ brains. Technology “is wreaking havoc on our children,” warned one former […]
Make a difference in education
6 ways to contribute to schools in your community In communities across the country, many cities and towns revolve around their local school districts. As education is considered one of the backbones of society, it’s common for community members to seek ways to assist students through school- related programs. If you’re interested in making a […]
Street Talk: What is the meaning of Valentine’s Day?
Interviews by Tere Siqueira What Valentine’s Day means depends on who you ask about it. Recently, Dos Mundos asked some people what the Feb. 14 holiday means to them. Here are their answers: “For me, (it) is a celebration that allows (for) creating stronger relationships in couples and friendships. People do this by sharing gifts […]
Researchers working to develop apps to monitor teen depression
By Angie Baldelomar Researchers are trying to develop apps that would monitor teen depression to fight against an impending mental health crisis, according to an Associated Press report. For years, studies have linked heavy smartphone use to worsening teen mental health. But that also means they leave digital footprints that might offer clues to their […]
How to land a scholarship for college
Commentary by Chara Having a scholarship can be beneficial in many ways. For one, it helps ease the burden of paying for a college education. In addition, it is a confidence-booster because it provides recognition. And after college, it can help a résumé stand out from those of other job applicants. Here are some tips […]