How to start a “smart home”
Commentary by Chara Technology has changed our lives in many ways in recent years. Specifically, recent telephone-related creations have radically changed our lives. First, there was the smartphone, which has changed how we share and receive information. Now, because of smartphones, “smart homes” are becoming commonplace. Every appliance in your house can be controlled by […]
Where to find educational resources for your child
Commentary by Katherine Diaz As a new school year begins, parents should be aware of community resources that can provide additional assistance to expand their children’s learning and interests. Outside resources can help struggling children better understand concepts and build their interest in learning. And finding them isn’t as difficult as it might seem to […]
The Smartest Way to Pay for College
By Anthony ONeal I spend a lot of time talking with students about big life decisions they’ll face, and one of the most important is how to pay for college. At a recent speaking event, I asked 100 students if they believed they could ever pay cash for college. Eighty-seven of them said no. Now, […]
How to deal with homesickness at college
In a few weeks, millions of young people will have their first experience of living away from home when they begin their first year of college. If you’re a student who’s about to start college, you’re probably experiencing a range of emotions, including excitement, sadness and fear. And you’ll probably experience another emotion once you’re […]
Social media is changing daily life
Analysis by Yanis De Palma Modern people must move between two worlds: the tangible one and the digital one. Because of the digital world, many aspects of daily life are changing. Social media platforms have been particularly influential on daily life. Some of the ways social media platforms are changing everyday life include the following: […]
Stop procrastinating, be productive
Commentary by Carey Juez-Perez, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Procrastination seemingly helps us ease our stress by ignoring a dreaded task. Eventually, however, we must complete the task – and our procrastination will only increase our stress level as we frantically complete it. Here are a few tips to help boost productivity when you’re tempted to […]
Gun safety at home: A few tips
Commentary by Carey Juez-Perez, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Many families keep guns at home. Sadly, however, many children accidentally injure or kill themselves with those guns. Children are curious and don’t fully understand the dangers of guns. Therefore, it’s the parents’ or guardians’ responsibility to properly store guns and educate their children about having guns […]
KCMO hosts national student business competition
The 2018 Enactus United States National Champion team from Brigham Young University – Hawaii with Dave Hall, President, Hallmark Cards, Inc. (far left); Alex Perwich, President, Enactus United States (2nd from right) and Rachael Jarosh, President & CEO, Enactus (3rd from right) Students display entrepreneurial acumen, pursue career opportunities Recently, teams of student entrepreneurs from […]
Herrada shares insights about Enactus
Interview by Tere Siqueira The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Enactus team is working to empower students, government officials and business owners in America through its Kansas City Economic Development project. It’s also working to inform high school students through its Strategies for Success project. Mark Herrada, 23, has been part of the UMKC Enactus team for some […]
Enactus program alumnus helping students with their entrepreneurial pursuits
Commentary by Chara and photo cortesy Hallmark As a college student, the non-profit organization Enactus helped Luis Blanco. As a professional, Blanco is helping college students through Enactus. Headquartered in Springfield, Mo., Enactus is an organization for students and business leaders who strive to use entrepreneurial works to transform lives and improve the world. From […]