Non Traditional Education

A DisruptED College Pathway with My Little Brother Reynard Robinson and Lifelong Mentor Dr. Caesar

As college undergoes a transformation, driven by technology, equity, and new definitions of success, DisruptED explores how the “college experience” is evolving and what that means for today’s students. With the traditional four-year path under growing scrutiny—only 41% of first-time, full-time undergraduates at four-year institutions actually earn their degrees within that time—a new model…

Holistic Support in Higher Ed: Why Non-Traditional Students Need More Than Just Financial Aid

Non-traditional students—adult learners, student parents, veterans, and first-generation college-goers—are carrying heavier burdens than ever. Upswing’s 2024 Ana Insights Report found that nearly nine in ten students intended to complete a FAFSA application, while many also sought help with essentials like food, housing, and bill payments. Perhaps most concerning, students expressed declining confidence in higher…

The DisruptED World of Tech Talent with TEKsystems: Future-Proofing the Workforce Through Inclusive Hiring and Non-Traditional Education

In a workforce reshaped by automation, accelerated AI adoption, and persistent labor shortages, the demand for skilled tech talent has never been more urgent—or more difficult to meet. The traditional pipelines, namely college degrees and four-year institutions, are no longer producing enough candidates to meet the explosive growth in tech roles. With tech jobs…

How Calbright College Is Using AI, Micro-Internships, and Flexible Learning to Serve Adult Learners in California

At a time when traditional higher education is being reevaluated for its return on investment, institutions like Calbright College are emerging as transformative forces. With roughly 6.6 million students in California having some college experience but no degree, the pressure is on to create alternative pathways that are flexible, skill-driven, and aligned with workforce…

Nontraditional Education Is Outpacing the System With Real-World Skills, Student-Led Ventures, and Community-Driven Networks

Alternative learning models are giving students hands-on experience and entrepreneurial networks that traditional schools struggle to provide

Empowering Resilience: Breaking Barriers

How one man's pursuit of education dismantled decades of self-doubt and survival mode thinking

Changing Lives with the KFC Foundation

How alternative education pathways are opening doors for adults whose lives took unexpected turns

Failure is Success In Progress

Earning a GED opened unexpected doors for this entrepreneur who transformed setbacks into stepping stones toward lasting success

Celebrating National GED Day

Leaders challenge workplace bias against alternative education credentials and unlock workforce potential

How Non-Traditional Education Paths Are Revolutionizing the Workforce

Employers are quietly shifting away from degree requirements as alternative credentials prove equally capable

Breaking the Cycle and Inspiring Others

Adults are increasingly choosing alternative education paths to overcome barriers and reshape their futures despite societal assumptions

Re-Skilled GED Learners: The Future of Corporate America

A growing skills gap is pushing tech companies to hire based on abilities rather than degrees, creating new pathways for non-traditional learners

GED Graduate to Tech Apprentice

A nontraditional diploma proves the entry point to high-demand tech roles for career changers

From the GED to a PhD to the Board of Directors: A Journey of Resilience and Empowerment

One educator's unconventional path from high school equivalency to executive leadership reveals how alternative education routes can unlock unprecedented opport

Navigating Career Transitions: From Education to Entrepreneurship in the Trucking Industry with Trey Griggs

A former educator discovers how unconventional career pivots create innovation and leadership within freight transportation

Adult Education is Experiencing a Renaissance That is Reshaping the Educational Landscape

Millions of Americans are returning to school, forcing institutions to rethink how they serve adult learners with competing demands

Creating a Future of Supporting Lifelong Learning Will Also Depend on Adult Learners and Their Access to Education

Flexible online education is closing wage gaps by making skill development accessible to adults who missed traditional pathways

Jenna Underwood’s BSN to MSN Journey

A working parent completed an advanced nursing degree in 13 months by leveraging program flexibility and institutional support

SkillStorm’s Innovative Approach to Skills-Based Hiring in Tech to Bridge the Education-Employment Gap

Tech companies are shifting focus to practical abilities rather than credentials, unlocking talent pools overlooked by degree-focused hiring practices