The Quest to Bring Down Diploma Mills
By now most people are aware of Diploma Mills and what they do. As unethical as they are, they still happen. One wonders why authorities don’t just step in and end them. In an article posted by Wired Magazine, physics professor George Collin, from the University of Illinois, decides he wants to put an end to these bogus institutions. It all began in 2002 when a pop-up ad for college degrees came up on his computer screen. This was the start of an international mission that stretched from Liberia to the State of Washington to dealings with the Secret Service.
This article was a really great read and helps to fully understand the inner workings of how Diploma Mills still exist. Having the resources and knowledge to detect a bogus diploma are not qualities most employers have. It’s good to be aware that they exist and should take precautions against them by choosing an employment screening company that is competent.
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