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Types of Science Careers for STEM-Minded Students

If science is your favorite subject in school, you might be thinking about enrolling in a science degree program in college and pursuing a STEM career. There are many types of science careers to…

Posted on October 17, 2024

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Spotlight: Pre-Physician Assistant Program

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, but aren’t sure which path to pursue, one of the many options involves looking for pre-physician assistant programs at the undergraduate level...
Posted on May 22, 2024

What Is Undergraduate Research?

Research is driven by human curiosity and can advance civilization through life-changing discoveries. Contrary to what many think to be a quick Google search, research takes on a whole new meaning in...
Posted on April 30, 2024

An Overview of Sport Injury Prevention

Sports and fitness are essential components of an active, healthy lifestyle — yet injuries do occur from time to time. Sport injury prevention is essential for anyone who embraces an active lifestyle...
Posted on February 22, 2024

Living With Celiac Disease

If you find yourself living with celiac disease, it means that your body has an autoimmune reaction to gluten, a type of protein found predominantly in wheat. Individuals with this autoimmune disease...
Posted on September 21, 2023

What Does a Clinical Research Specialist Do?

Perhaps you’re fascinated by medical science, but the idea of treating patients as a physician or nurse doesn’t quite fit your career aspirations. Instead, you might consider pursuing a career as a...
Posted on September 13, 2023

How To Become a Food Scientist

Learn how to become a food scientist and explore potential careers with a background in chemistry or nutrition science. Earn your degree at GCU.
Posted on September 01, 2023

How Long Does It Take To Become a Veterinarian?

Students who are passionate about animals may feel called to become a veterinarian. A veterinarian plays an important role in the community, helping pet owners care for their furry, feathered or scaly...
Posted on July 19, 2023

What Does an Environmental Protection Specialist Do?

An estimated 67 million tons of air pollutants were emitted in the U.S. during 2021 alone.1 About 99% of the entire global population breathes air that is polluted beyond the World Health Organization...
Posted on July 17, 2023

Medical Science Careers for Pre-Med Graduates

You may already know that qualified healthcare professionals are needed throughout the United States. With a biology pre-med emphasis degree, you have the opportunity to take advantage of the job...
Posted on July 03, 2023
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