

Darlene Earnest
Education
- BA Journalism, Kent State University
Darlene Earnest is a copy editor for BestColleges, primarily working with the news team. She has had an extensive editing career, working at several news organizations including The Virginian-Pilot, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and WABE — an NPR station serving Atlanta.
Darlene also has completed programs for editors offered by the Dow Jones News Fund and the Maynard Institute for Journalism Education.
Darlene has a BA in journalism from Kent State University.
Read Darlene Earnest's Latest Articles

Report: What Cybersecurity Students Will Need to Navigate a Chaotic Job Market
In a survey, hiring managers for entry- and junior-level positions say they value experience and certifications over just holding a degree.
June 26, 2025
Is Community College Free? Yes, in These States
Get an associate degree, certificates, or workforce training tuition-free in 35 states.
June 25, 2025
What Is Study Hall? 'Crash Course' and ASU's Affordable Online Learning Platform
John and Hank Green and Arizona State University are offering for-credit college classes for $25 each. Once you're finished with the class, you can convert it into ASU credit for $400.
June 16, 2025
Reenrolling Students Present Opportunities, Challenges for Online Colleges
Students who stopped out are reenrolling at primarily online institutions at a high rate, but online colleges are graduating these students at the smallest rate of all institutions.

UC Riverside Announces Free Tuition Program to Combat Teacher Shortage
The program, in partnership with the San Bernardino City Unified School District, offers participants full tuition coverage, a stipend, and the guarantee of a teaching job after graduation.
May 20, 2025