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
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Explore our tracker of the colleges and universities that have frozen hiring, rescinded student offer letters, and laid off staff due to federal cuts.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 7, 2025
Where Did Pete Hegseth Go to College?
The former Fox News host and current secretary of defense graduated from Princeton University in 2003 with a bachelor's degree in politics.
May 7, 2025
These Colleges Offer Free Tuition to Students
Looking for a free college? Here are the undergraduate and graduate schools offering free tuition and fees to qualifying students.
May 7, 2025
University of Maryland Launches Free Online AI Skills Certificate
The free skills program, offered through the Robert H. Smith School of Business, is designed for working professionals seeking a career transition to the private sector.
May 6, 2025
Elon Musk's DOGE Accessed Student Data. Can Student Loans Be Discharged Through FERPA Complaints?
The viral TikTok loophole to eliminate student debt may not have legal standing, but students can take other steps to protect their educational records.
May 6, 2025
