By Naomi Sheehan Americans are working past the traditional retirement age more than ever before. According to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, one in five people over age 65 are working — the highest percentage in half a century. Economic uncertainty Unsurprisingly, the economy is the major factor behind the decision to continue working later in life. Millions of Baby Boomers...

While it may not have always gone by the term “biotechnology,” mankind has long been searching for new and improved ways to use living organisms to produce commercial goods and enhance daily life. Today, the biotechnology industry provides 237,000 jobs in North Carolina and contributes $59 billion to the state’s economy each year. In addition to biofuels and pharmaceutical...

While it may not have always gone by the term “biotechnology,” mankind has long been searching for new and improved ways to use living organisms to produce commercial goods and enhance daily life. Today, the biotechnology industry provides 237,000 jobs in North Carolina and contributes $59 billion to the state’s economy each year. In addition to biofuels and pharmaceutical...

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Your Community College Programs for  High-Demand Careers Your Community College prepares students for great careers in high-demand, high-wage fields. We offer small class sizes and class times that fit students’ schedules on our campuses. For more information, visit yourcc.edu or call 000-000-0000. Apprenticeship Training (Certificate) This program prepares students for certification by the...

By Naomi Sheehan In an era of high college costs, long-term student debt, and an uncertain job market, students and parents are compelled to consider a college degree as a serious investment. Measures like price, debt, and post-graduation employability and pay outlook must all be weighed in deciding on the quality of a school. How can you make a wise choice? Posing the following questions can help...