Bobbi Dempsey
Writing Tips: Use Email in an Effective and Appropriate Way
This material was written by Megan Fung, Tutoring Coordinator, Academic and Enrollment Support Services at Penn State World Campus. For most of us, email is an essential staple of daily life. We use it to keep in touch and stay informed. Email is one of the top methods of communication for business, personal, and school…
Library Support for Adult Learners
A presentation from Penn State University Libraries entitled Library Support for Adult Learners was first offered as part of Nontraditional Student Week in November 2020. The short video — available via Zoom recording — was presented by Anne Behler, information literacy librarian & instruction coordinator at Penn State Library Learning Services, and reviewed some of…
Writing Tips: Preparing an Effective Discussion Post
This material was written by Megan Fung, Tutoring Coordinator, Academic and Enrollment Support Services at Penn State World Campus. Discussion posts are a staple of online courses. This important element of the course structure provides a venue where class members can exchange ideas, discuss their interpretations of specific course topics or materials, and brainstorm creative…
Free Return Shipping for Library Materials in Spring 2021 Semester
As a Penn State World Campus student, you have access to virtually all of the materials from the Penn State University Libraries. There is a collection of millions of print materials at Penn State, as well as the ability to borrow from other libraries, and it is likely that you may need to request a…
5 Online Learning Myths You Need to Leave Behind in 2020
Penn State World Campus Student Advisory Board member Arianna Lynne Fangonilo shared these thoughts on common myths and misconceptions about online learning. As technology advances, we find that many brick-and-mortar services and physical products are accompanied (or even replaced) by virtual counterparts. Bank tellers can be replaced by ATMs outside of business hours. Junk mail…
If the Cap Fits, Wear It
Penn State World Campus Student Advisory Board member Lisa Curtis shared these thoughts as she reflected on her experience as a student achieving her goal. For as long as I can remember, I’ve heard that it was important to get your priorities straight. Time and time again, it sounded like there was a winning combination of…
The New Normal: Working from Home During COVID-19
Penn State World Campus Student Advisory Board member Chiara Duff compiled this advice to help fellow students manage the challenges of working from home. Life, as we know it, has changed. Without a doubt, COVID-19 has affected all of us, whether it’s impacted us personally or someone we know. I’m fortunate enough to have the…
How to Secure Your Sensitive Information
Protecting personal and private information from identity theft and scams should be a top priority for everyone. And as an online student who spends a lot of time completing work electronically, it’s especially important for you to be diligent in keeping your information secure. We asked the Penn State World Campus HelpDesk — your 24/7…
What Does an Embedded Librarian Do?
Many Penn State World Campus courses have an embedded librarian, but students may not be familiar with exactly what they do or how best to enlist their help. We asked Emily Mross, Business Librarian and Library Outreach Coordinator, Penn State Harrisburg Library, to share some insight.
Student Involvement Opportunities and Benefits
Several of our students recently participated in an online panel — hosted by Julie Fitzgerald, co-curricular program coordinator, and Karen Armstrong, career counselor — in which they shared insight into their experiences with clubs and organizations and why they feel student involvement is such a valuable part of the Penn State World Campus experience.