Archive for tag: movies

New legislation aims to help entertainment media students in Massachusetts

December 29, 2010 10:15 am Online Education News

Digital media is a multi-billion-dollar industry that includes movies and video games. More colleges, particularly online schools, are offering programs that address this the need for more professions in this field. The video game industry alone is bringing in nearly $50 billion per year, and some experts expect it to be worth more than $90 [...]

Education of Oscar Nominees 2009

February 4, 2009 10:19 am Education, Entertainment

With this year’s batch of Oscar nominees, it’s time to scrutinize their early education roots. After all, these are the folks we look to as our on-screen heroes.

Education vs. Experience: Don’t kid yourself!

May 2, 2008 9:08 am Career Advice, Choosing a School, Online Education, Preparing for School

Self-made entrepreneurs thumb their noses at their school-going counterparts, insisting that the really important lessons can only be gained through real-world experience. While experience is an invaluable companion to education, however, school is still the best way to build a solid foundation for the rest of your career.

4 Trivial Oscar Secrets

February 21, 2008 11:48 am Entertainment

The Oscars have certainly become an American tradition. You and I both know how things will go, with the exception of a few surprises. However, despite our familiarity with the whole ritual, there are still some things that the public at large is still unaware of when it comes to the Oscars. So, in the spirit of education, I’ve provided some of these little known trivia.

Indiana Jones 101

February 15, 2008 2:23 pm Education, Entertainment

What kind of education would it take to be Indiana Jones? To say the man has a diverse skill set is an understatement. If some college were to create an Indiana Jones major, what would it look like? For those who want to be Indiana Jones, check out these courses currently offered at universities nationwide.

What is the Greatest College Movie of All Time?

July 30, 2007 9:46 am Education, Entertainment

September is fast approaching — which means it will soon be time for school (again). But in addition to dusting off the old backpack and putting new batteries in the graphing calculator, there are other ways to prepare for the semester. For instance, you may want to check-out a classic college movie. The question is which one? Here are a few suggestions.