By Venturella, Krysta As baby-boomers approach retirement age, there is a growing trend toward maintaining health and preventing illnesses, rather than treating diseases.

By Saliba, George N New Jersey colleges and universities are offering new academic degrees and majors specifically relevant in today's ever-changing world, while at the same time the institutions are providing traditional, time-tested liberal arts studies.

By Anonymous Residents of Monmouth and Ocean counties recognize that their location at the Jersey Shore is not the only asset they have to offer. A high quality educational system, from elementary to secondary to post-secondary levels, is essential to attracting families to the area.

By Anonymous Jersey City is home to a number of institutions of higher education that continue to educate city residents and enhance the area workforce.

Jaime Juarez believes he should be at Rutgers University, studying to become an engineer. Instead, the 18-year-old Mexican is waiting tables at an Italian restaurant in Piscataway.