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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
20 College Majors With the Highest Mid-Career Salaries
One of the biggest decisions you'll make as you head into adulthood is your college major. Should you go for something you love? Or is it better to prioritize earning potential? Is there a way to combine both of these into the 'perfect' degree? 'Align your major with both your interests and emerging job market trends,' said Dr. Rachel Rubin, co-owner of Spark Admissions. 'Our survey found that while students are increasingly aware of income potential, long-term satisfaction and success are more likely when students pursue fields that genuinely interest them and match their strengths.' Learn More: Find Out: Figuring out your interest is one thing, but which degree will also get you the salary you need? While the average starting salary (considering all majors) is $64,291, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)'s Summer 2024 Salary Survey report, mid-career salaries can be substantially higher. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, these are the 20 highest-paying college majors at mid-career. Median mid-career salary: $125,000 Median mid-career salary: $122,000 For You: Median mid-career salary: $120,000 Median mid-career salary: $120,000 Median mid-career salary: $115,000 Median mid-career salary: $115,000 Median mid-career salary: $110,000 Median mid-career salary: $110,000 Median mid-career salary: $108,000 Median mid-career salary: $100,000 Median mid-career salary: $100,000 Median mid-career salary: $100,000 Median mid-career salary: $100,000 Median mid-career salary: $100,000 Median mid-career salary: $90,000 Median mid-career salary: $90,000 Median mid-career salary: $90,000 Median mid-career salary: $89,000 Median mid-career salary: $84,000 Median mid-career salary: $80,000 Income is an important factor in deciding upon a major, but not the only one. Something you might want to consider is the cost of getting the degree you need, how much financial aid you qualify for and your financial situation. 'If you are a middle-class student who won't qualify for (much) financial aid and are looking at paying [$25,000 to $30,000] or more per year for college, think it through. Majoring in something that you have a good chance of pursuing after college such as Nursing, is very practical, as it is a field in which there is always demand,' said Kevin Ladd, COO and co-creator of 'Majoring in Philosophy and taking out over [$100,000] in student loans could be quite risky. Either way, though, you certainly want to major in something that aligns with a career in which you feel you will be happy.' If finances aren't a major concern, you may have more options available to you. Just be sure to consider any potential loan payments alongside income potential. It's also worth comparing several colleges for tuition and other costs, as well as financial aid like scholarships or private grants. 'Naturally, I would recommend also casting a wide net with regard to colleges, so no matter which major you choose to pursue, you can compare financial aid letters and hopefully get a lot of institutional scholarships and grants,' said Ladd. 'Last, but far from least, search for outside scholarships to supplement and take out as few student loans as possible!' Be aware that your choice of major won't be the only factor in determining employability. Some companies only want you to have a degree. They don't necessarily care what it's in as long as you have the skills needed for the position. More specialized fields, like medicine or engineering, will require specific education and training. Weigh your options, think about what you enjoy and what you can see bringing you long-term satisfaction and go from there. More From GOBankingRates Surprising Items People Are Stocking Up On Before Tariff Pains Hit: Is It Smart? 7 Luxury SUVs That Will Become Affordable in 2025 5 Little-Known Ways to Make Summer Travel More Affordable 12 SUVs With the Most Reliable Engines Sources Spark Admissions, 'Dr. Rachel Rubin | Co-Founder of Spark Admissions.' Spark Admissions, 'The New Rules of College Graduate Hiring: What C-Suite Executives Really Want in 2025.' National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), 'Summer 2024 Salary Survey.' Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 'The Labor Market for Recent College Graduates.' 'Kevin Ladd.' This article originally appeared on 20 College Majors With the Highest Mid-Career Salaries
Yahoo
22-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
UNC Charlotte allows student group to host Israeli soldiers, despite some opposition
UNC Charlotte will not act on calls from students to cancel a Tuesday event with Israeli soldiers previously deployed in Gaza. Doing so would potentially violate the First Amendment rights of the student organization hosting the event, school leaders say. The university's chapter of Students Supporting Israel plans to host two active-duty soldiers from the Israeli Defense Forces at an event titled 'Triggered: From Combat to Campus.' The speakers will share their 'experiences of bravery, sacrifice and hope for Zionism,' according to an event poster shared on the student group's Instagram. The event is scheduled for Tuesday at 7 pm. The location had not yet been announced as of 5:30 pm Friday. 'This event seeks to promote awareness and humanize the very difficult situation on the ground, fostering a deeper understanding of the complexities and challenges faced by those directly affected,' Rachel Rubin, UNC Charlotte SSI president, told The Charlotte Observer. Members of another on-campus organization, Students for Justice in Palestine, launched a petition calling on the university to cancel the event. Creators of the petition argue the event is 'in direct violation of UNC Charlotte's neutrality policy by inciting physical and emotional distress within the student body.' The petition had 299 signatures as of Friday afternoon. However, UNC Charlotte leaders say they do not plan to cancel the event. 'As a public university, we are required by the First Amendment to allow student organizations to host events without regard to viewpoint, as long as they comply with our time, place and manner rules designed to protect safety and ensure university operations continue without disruption,' Christy Jackson, UNC Charlotte deputy chief communications officer, said Friday. 'Staff will be present to help support a respectful and safe environment.' Members of Students Supporting Israel agree that canceling the event would infringe upon their right to free speech and academic freedom. 'It is essential for universities to maintain an environment where diverse perspectives can be shared and discussed without fear of censorship or retribution,' Rubin said. However, Students for Justice in Palestine argue the event threatens students' emotional and physical safety, and is in violation of the school's neutrality policies. The student group did not respond to the Observer's request for comment. Charlotte's chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace also opposed the event, in a post on its Instagram account. Earlier this month, the Trump administration announced that it would cancel approximately $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University 'due to the school's continued inaction in the face of persistent harassment of Jewish students.' Shortly after the announcement, the university committed to engaging with the Trump administration on the issue, in hopes of funding being restored. And on Friday, Columbia said it would make a number of concessions to Trump in a bid to salvage the funding, multiple media outlets reported. Columbia and other universities around the country became the site of large pro-Palestinian protests following Hamas' attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, and the ensuing Israel-Hamas war.
New York Times
07-03-2025
- Health
- New York Times
Why Some Men Find Orgasms Elusive
Most men, as many as 70 percent, say they reach orgasm quicker than they'd like. But there is an inverse problem that can set in with age: lasting too long. For some men, reaching climax can take 30 minutes or more. Sex that lasts this long can be uncomfortable, painful and distressing for men and their partners. Delayed orgasm, as the condition is known, is more commonly associated with women — and for good reason, given the persistent orgasm gap in heterosexual relationships. But up to 10 percent of men over the age of 40 struggle with it, too. In extreme cases, some men can never reach climax, a disorder called anorgasmia. Orgasm disorders are not well studied or understood, and the little research that does exist tends to focus on premature ejaculation, defined as unintentionally reaching orgasm within two minutes according to the American Urological Association. But sexual health experts increasingly recognize delayed orgasm as a 'huge problem,' said Dr. Rachel Rubin, a urologist and sex medicine specialist in Maryland. While there are no interventions approved by the Food and Drug Administration, there are some treatment options, including off-label medications, sex therapy and stimulating devices, as well as lifestyle and behavior changes. How orgasms work Orgasms are basically a massive reflex, kind of like a 'giant sneeze,' Dr. Rubin said. Just one requiring a 'perfect genital-brain connection.' The process starts with visual, mental or physical sexual stimulation, triggering the brain to release dopamine, which increases excitement. After sufficient stimulation, the brain releases a surge of pleasure-inducing chemicals, like oxytocin, creating the sensation we think of as an orgasm. For most men, ejaculation occurs at the same time, 'but they are separate processes,' said Dr. Alan Shindel, a urologist based in San Francisco. While orgasm mostly happens in the brain, ejaculation is a series of involuntary muscle contractions. Complications affecting the genitals, pelvic floor muscles, spinal cord and brain can make orgasms premature, delayed, muted or even painful, Dr. Rubin said. Given the complexity involved, she said, 'it's actually amazing that more things don't go wrong.' Causes of delayed orgasm in men Many physical, neurological or psychological conditions can contribute to delayed orgasm. Here are some of the most widespread causes. The most common triggers of delayed orgasm are medications and other drugs, including alcohol, said Dr. Landon Trost, a urologist based in Utah. The guidelines from the urological association list 45 different drugs associated with delayed orgasm. The class of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors is among the most frequent culprits. These drugs increase serotonin, a chemical that inhibits the neural pathways involved in orgasm, thus raising the threshold required to climax. (For this reason, S.S.R.I.'s are a common off-label treatment for men who ejaculate too quickly.) Opiates, alcohol, antipsychotics and blood pressure medications, like beta blockers, can also make orgasm difficult by dampening the nervous system's response to sexual stimulation. Many neurological conditions — including multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, strokes and brain injuries — impair the neural pathways between the brain and genitals, which can result in dulled pleasure, delayed orgasm or painful ejaculation. Diabetes is another big neurological contributor that often leads to nerve damage. 'It's not just toes and fingers' that are affected, Dr. Shindel said. 'The penis is an extremity, too.' Spinal injuries are another common cause of delayed orgasm, added Dr. Irwin Goldstein, a urologist based in San Diego. These can include something as simple as a slipped disk. Another common trigger is the pain or discomfort men may be causing to their partners, which often results in delayed or lack of orgasm for both. Roughly 75 percent women experience pain during intercourse at some point in their lives, some of which is caused by vaginal dryness and irritation, symptoms that can greatly increase at the onset of menopause. The condition is easily treatable with options like local vaginal estrogen, Dr. Rubin said, but often goes undiagnosed and undertreated. It is 'extremely important' for clinicians treating men for delayed orgasm to 'ask about their partners,' Dr. Rubin said. Differences in libido, preferred types of sex acts and performance expectations can also make it difficult for an orgasm to occur. Mood disorders — like depression, anxiety and stress — are other common contributors to delayed orgasm. In one self-reported survey, 41 percent of men with moderate to severe delayed orgasm said anxiety and stress during sex was a main reason they were unable to reach climax. Depression in particular can blunt the brain's ability to process pleasure, making orgasm difficult or muted. Treatments for delayed orgasm Before treatment, men and their doctors should discuss when the problem started, Dr. Trost said. A sudden onset of delayed orgasm may have a clear trigger (new medications, relationship-related stress or sleep disturbances, for example) and can often be easily reversed. Cases brought on more gradually by age-related conditions and chronic illness may be trickier to treat. Cases of permanent inability to reach orgasm — caused by the lack of certain dopamine receptors or traumatic brain or spinal injuries — are the most difficult to treat. There are no F.D.A.-approved treatments for delayed orgasm, but clinicians do have a few tools at their disposal. Several dopamine-promoting drugs — like bupropion, buspirone and cabergoline — have helped counter delayed orgasm for men in some small, randomized control trials. Sex therapy and counseling are always a good idea for any man with a sexual dysfunction, Dr. Shindel said. Therapy should ideally involve partners, he added, since sexual disorders 'are never just one person's problem.' Sometimes 'a little more stimulation' can help men reach orgasm more easily, Dr. Rubin said. Sex toys, like vibration devices for the genitals, perineum, prostate or anus, can be helpful to heighten stimulation enough to reach orgasm, she said. These options don't work for everybody though, said Dr. Shindel, who hopes for new treatments soon. Just as Viagra transformed erectile dysfunction, he said, the same could someday happen for delayed orgasm. 'We're still looking for an orgasm pill,' he said.
