Tag: academics

Study examines importance of non-cognitive skills for earnings potential

From the Lancaster University press release: New research on the importance of non-cognitive skills — such as conscientiousness, self-esteem and feeling in control of one’s life — for graduates’ earnings… Read more »

Study suggests engagement in student clubs helps in the job search

From the National Research University Higher School of Economics press release: A good employer values job applicants with well-developed analytical skills, such as the ability to perceive and interpret information,… Read more »

Study looks at how college students can end up in vicious cycle of substance abuse, poor academics, stress

From the Binghamton University press release: One negative behavior such as substance abuse or heavy alcohol drinking can lead college students toward a vicious cycle of poor lifestyle choices, lack… Read more »

Study links parental support to how well millennials transition to college life

From the Taylor & Francis Group press release: Researchers show that how well parents or guardians support millennials’ psychological needs prior to their transition to college is an important predictor… Read more »

Study suggests taking arts classes leads to better academic performance

From the George Mason University press release: A new study from the George Mason University Arts Research Center and published in the journal Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Arts found a… Read more »

Study looks at effects of high-achieving environment on well-being

From the University of Konstanz press release: The phenomenon tremendously important for a person’s self-perception is referred to as the “Big Fish Little Pond Effect” (BFLPE). A fish perceives itself… Read more »

Study suggests strategic indulgence key to maximizing the college experience

From the Society for Personality and Social Psychology press release: Want to maximize the college experience? It’s not just about grades. High performing students, as measured by their grade point… Read more »

Study links narcissism to increased achievement at school

From the Queen’s University Belfast press release: A researcher at Queen’s University Belfast suggests that the growing rate of narcissism in society could be linked with school achievement. Dr Kostas… Read more »