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
N.C. Nonprofit Brings Online Degrees to UNC System
Three universities are offering online majors leading to high-demand, higher-wage careers within the state. The state hopes to compete with out-of-state online universities for North Carolinians.
May 15, 2025
You Can Study Taylor Swift at These Colleges
Swifties entering their "University Era" will find a slew of new course offerings examining the superstar, her songbook, and the success of The Eras Tour.
May 14, 2025
These Colleges and Universities Are Cutting Costs Over Federal Funding Freezes
Explore our tracker of the colleges and universities that have frozen hiring, rescinded student offer letters, and laid off staff due to federal cuts.
May 14, 2025
These Are the Largest Donations to U.S. Colleges and Universities
Donations from alums, philanthropists, and billionaires are piling up at institutions across the country. Here's how the colleges and universities are spending the money.
May 14, 2025
Texas State Launches Free Microcredentials for Students, Alumni, Staff
Texas State University will offer workforce certificates and credentials to students, alumni, staff, and faculty for free.
May 13, 2025
