June 27, 2024 Academics, Admission, Counseling and Community Psychology
How to Select the Ideal Mental Health Counseling Master’s Degree 
Licensed Mental Health Counselors use their expertise in counseling theory, psychological development across the lifespan, psychological research, and more to help individuals and communities achieve optimal mental health and well-being.  These professionals have met certain criteria to use the term “Licensed Mental Health Counselor” or “LMHC” with their names and on their resumes.  In New […]
June 11, 2024 Admission, Esteves School of Education
Why Consider a Master’s Degree in Sport Science? Exploring the Benefits and Career Opportunities 
Earning a master’s degree in sport science can be a great choice for someone who wants to further their career in exercise or physical fitness fields. Master’s degrees allow students to deepen their knowledge about a specific subject, focus on a preferred specialty, and learn new skills for the next steps in their careers.  Benefits […]
May 23, 2024 Academics, Russell Sage College, School of Health Sciences
Comparing Traditional vs. Accelerated Occupational Therapy Programs: Making an Informed Choice 
Pursuing an advanced degree means making an investment of both time and money to achieve a more fulfilling career. To make an informed choice when it comes to accelerated occupational therapy (OT) programs, prospective students must evaluate the time and tuition they have available to invest as well as the flexibility they need to complete […]
May 20, 2024 Forensic Psychology
Q&A with Forensic Psychologist Chris Kunkle, Psy.D.
Dr. Chris Kunkle is a forensic and clinical psychologist and serves as deputy director of the South Carolina Department of Corrections. Kunkle is a longtime criminal justice adjunct professor and co-founded the Cold Case Analysis Center at The College of Saint Rose. We asked him about forensic psychology and what drew him to the field. 
May 9, 2024 Admission, Sage Graduate Schools
Exploring a Master’s in Criminal Justice and Community Corrections: Your Path to a Rewarding Career 
As more community resources are being channeled away from mass incarceration and toward restorative justice, individuals who want to pursue careers in justice will need to look for new educational opportunities to achieve that goal. Although many advanced degrees in criminal justice include focused study for prospective police officers, Russell Sage College’s master’s degree in […]
May 2, 2024 Sage Graduate Schools, School of Health Sciences
The Path to Becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) use their expertise in food and nutrition to help individuals and communities achieve better health. RDNs may work as part of a healthcare team in hospitals, private practice, or other health-related facilities. They also may work in nonprofit and public health settings, educational and research positions, in food-related businesses, and more.  […]