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• What’s the Difference Between Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Forensics?

  Criminology. Criminal Justice. Forensics. They all mean the same thing when it comes to fighting crime, right? Not exactly. The reality is more nuanced. Although they all share a common focus, criminology, ….

  Posted on April 17, 2026

• How Nonprofits Can Build Cross-Cohort Credibility Without Losing Focus

  Scott Dolan, executive dean of Excelsior University’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, contributed to a Forbes Nonprofit Council article titled “How Nonprofits Can Build Cross-Cohort Credibility Without Losing Focus.” ….

  Posted on April 17, 2026

• Dorothy Jean Tillman at Excelsior for Women’s History Month

  As an Excelsior University alumna and one of the youngest doctoral graduates in the nation, Dorothy Jean Tillman, BS ’18, represents what’s possible when passion meets opportunity. Her journey from ….

  Posted on April 13, 2026

• Excelsior University approved to launch its first doctoral program

  ALBANY, N.Y. – Excelsior University has been approved by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to offer its first-ever doctoral program. Opening to enrollment this fall, Excelsior’s Doctor of ….

  Posted on April 6, 2026

• Why You Should Earn a Psychology Degree

  Psychology is the study of how people think, feel, and behave—both individually and in groups. While many people associate it with clinical work like therapy, that’s only one of many ….

  Posted on April 2, 2026

• Technician vs. Technologist vs. Engineer: Different Roles in Electrical Engineering

  In the field of electrical engineering technology (EET), job titles like technician, technologist, and engineer are often used interchangeably—but they reflect different levels of education, responsibility, and career paths. Understanding ….

  Posted on March 27, 2026

• How to ATS-Proof Your Resume

  If you’ve been applying for jobs and not hearing back, your resume may not be making it past the first review. In many cases, that review happens before a hiring ….

  Posted on March 18, 2026

• Ever Upward: Brian Pervis and the Power of Teaching

  During his capstone project in his master’s program, Brian Pervis realized something important: Education, when done well, has a lasting impact on direct practice. “That’s when I realized I wanted ….

  Posted on March 17, 2026

• Career Spotlight: Registered Nurse (RN)

  What Is a Registered Nurse? A registered nurse (RN) is a licensed health care professional who works alongside other physicians and health care professionals to treat and educate patients and their ….

  Posted on March 16, 2026

• The Energy That Propels Faculty Member Richard Cole

  Richard Cole’s career has been defined by not only his technical expertise but also his lifelong commitment to helping others learn and succeed. From a one-room schoolhouse in rural Iowa ….

  Posted on March 13, 2026