Game of Thrones fires up medieval studies at US colleges

Harvard University, Boston College, University of California and Virginia Tech are offering medieval studies courses inspired by the Game of Thrones.

6 ominous classics everyone should read

Fiction about the dark side of human nature and technology has important lessons for us, whether we’re studying to be writers, engineers, doctors, social scientists, or anything else

6 Books You Should Read Before Going to University

An education isn’t just academics, as Mark Twain said. Here are 6 books every student should read before heading off to university.

5 amazing poets that you need to read

They’re all women. And none of them are Rupi Kaur.

Ten Iconic Books that Will Change You

In this article we share why reading is absolutely essential, as well as the books that we think are essential reading.

University of Pennsylvania is first Ivy to launch an online bachelor's degree

Starting in the fall of 2019, the UPenn online undergrad degree program will be the first of its kind in the Ivy League, and geared toward working adults and other non-traditional students.

Helen Keller: 'Some day I shall go to college - but I shall go to Harvard!'

Keller, who became deaf and blind in infancy, not only learned several languages, but also listened to music, wrote poetry, and championed several causes. And yes, she went to Harvard.

4 creative writing programs you should check out

Want to nurture the writer or poet in you? Here’s a list to help you kick off your college search

4 books to check out by indigenous writers

This International Day of the World’s Indigenous People, celebrate their diverse stories and experiences with these four books.

Arthur Miller's Moving Ode to the University of Michigan

As the Pulitzer celebrates its centennial today, we take a look at renowned playwright Arthur Miller’s student days at the University of Michigan, recaptured in his moving ode to his alma mater.