Spring is in the air! As sustainability, environmental design, and green spaces become increasingly important, degrees in horticulture and landscaping are gaining attention. Whether you’re passionate about plant science, landscape design, or sustainable land management, choosing the right college can shape your future career in this growing field.

Every four years, the Winter Paralympic Games inspire audiences around the world with stories of resilience, skill, and determination. Athletes compete in sports such as alpine skiing, sled hockey, and wheelchair curling, demonstrating that perseverance and talent can overcome immense challenges. But behind many of these incredible athletes is another powerful force helping shape their futures: higher education.

For many American Olympians, the journey to the world’s biggest winter sports stage starts long before they don the Stars and Stripes at the Opening Ceremony (or in today's case, the Closing Ceremonies). Often, it begins on a college campus, where elite coaching, competitive rivalries, snowy environments, and world-class facilities intersect to shape future medal contenders.

As the academic year progresses, a familiar sense of anticipation settles in for students and families alike: college application season is underway. Whether students are finalizing personal statements, requesting recommendation letters, or anxiously checking deadlines, this time of year marks the beginning of one of the most important transitions in a student’s educational journey.

The start of a new year feels like a fresh notebook—clean pages, endless possibilities, and a chance to reset. For students, January is the perfect time to reflect on what’s working, what isn’t, and how to build healthier habits that support both academic success and overall well-being. Healthy school habits aren’t about perfection; they’re about consistency, balance, and setting yourself up to thrive.