Older adults are more likely to live alone because their spouses and friends may have died before them. Chronic conditions that make people less mobile could also make it harder for this age group to interact with other people. So, as people get older, they often have less social support, which could affect their health. … Read more
Gender dysphoria is a term for when a person feels uncomfortable because their biological sex doesn’t match their gender identity. This feeling of unease or dissatisfaction could be so strong that it leads to depression or anxiety and hurts daily life. What is gender identity? Gender identity is how we see ourselves and how we … Read more
At Harvard, the LGBTQ+ community is alive and well. Even though a lot of progress has been made toward equality, people with different gender identities or sexual orientations still face discrimination, unfairness, and other problems. ODIB wants to help LGBTQ+ students, staff, and faculty, make LGBTQ+ concerns and issues more visible, and work toward a … Read more
People here are thought to be either single or married (i.e., in very serious, long-term relationships), but no one really dates. One in five Harvard seniors who are graduating have never been in a relationship while they were in college. How many relationships did Harvard seniors say they had on average? Just one. The majority … Read more
Want to study in the US and specifically want a campus where LGBTQ students can feel welcome? Every year, the Campus Pride Index puts out a list of the most LGBTQ-friendly colleges and universities in the US. The list is meant to show which schools give LGBTQ students a good, safe, and inclusive experience. The … Read more
Colgate wants everyone to feel like they belong and get help, no matter their sexual orientation, gender identity, or how they show their gender. Our goal is to help LGBTQ+ students, staff, and faculty through educational programs, community-building projects, and advocacy. A Friendly Neighborhood Colgate celebrates all identities that overlap and work together to make … Read more
Minimum Age Policy The people who go to Harvard Extension School are working adults. The average age of our students is 32, and our classes are taught at a high academic level. Students must be at least one of the following ages to sign up for credit or noncredit courses at Harvard Extension School: Noncredit … Read more
As the 2022–2023 school year goes on, the very top of the American college admissions process continues to be incredibly tough. More people are applying to schools that are seen as “elite” and “prestigious” than ever before. At the start of the pandemic, many colleges made it possible to apply without taking a test. This … Read more
The question in the title seems simple, but to answer it, you need to know some background information and put things into groups. Depending on the parameters set, the answer or list of answers may be different. For example, if we use Rashdall’s (1895) definition of a university as a place that gives both undergraduate … Read more
Even though tattoos have become a big part of our culture, there are still a lot of jobs where you can’t show them off. Here’s a short list of some of the most common jobs where tattoos aren’t allowed or where you have to cover them up: People who work in health care Jobs in … Read more
