California’s Upward-Mobility MachineThe New York Times - By DAVID LEONHARDTThe University of California is struggling with budget woes that have deeply affected campus life. Yet the system’s nine colleges still lead the nation in providing top-flight college education to theWrite a comment...Share IconLike IconFlip Icon
Gaps in Earnings Stand Out in Release of College DataThe New York Times - By KEVIN CAREYColleges give prospective students very little information about how much money they can expect to earn in the job market. In part that’s because colleges may not want people to know, and in part it’sWrite a comment...Share IconLike IconFlip Icon
Cool Things We Learned from Tour de France Strava FilesBicycling - By selene yeagerVery few can hope to ride at the GC-level, but reviewing computerized breakdowns of pros’ performances might give you the edge you need to try Most riders will never sprint as fast or climb as long asWrite a comment...Share IconLike IconFlip Icon
Tour de France 9 Great Tips from Tour de France NutritionistsBicycling - By Molly HurfordPro cycling nutrition experts share their top eating tips to fuel your performance In a stage race like the Tour de France, riders aren’t just trying to ride well for one stage—they’re trying to repeatWrite a comment...Share IconLike IconFlip Icon
Why going to college is importantUSA TODAY Money - John MaxfieldEvery three years, the Federal Reserve conducts an in-depth survey that collects data about family income, net worth, credit use, and a host of other variables that weigh on the health of the AmericanWrite a comment...Share IconLike IconFlip Icon
Athletics cost colleges, students millionsUSA TODAY - Cliff PealeAs colleges and students face exploding spending, tuition and student debt, many question all of the money spent on sports. CINCINNATI -- College sports create undeniable campus pride and identity, butWrite a comment...Share IconLike IconFlip Icon
Competitive Timed Tests Might Be Contributing to the Gender Gap in MathThe Atlantic - Emily RichmondNew research suggests that removing time-limited competition from classroom learning could help girls improve their math performance. When I was in the fifth grade, Fridays always meant math drills. OurWrite a comment...Share IconLike IconFlip Icon
High school teacher under investigation for saying "vagina" during anatomy lessonSalon - Katie McDonough(Shutterstock) March 28, 2013 1:41AM (UTC) High school science teacher Tim McDaniel is being investigated by Idaho's professional standards commission because he allegedly used the word “vagina” whileWrite a comment...Share IconLike IconFlip Icon