Want to learn about working on web design in Adobe Dreamweaver or how to edit videos in Final Cut? Lynda.com is your one-stop shop for more than 1,000 video tutorials on leading software topics—all free to currently enrolled Penn State students. The video tutorials can help you learn critical skills and provide access to training…
Reading comprehension can be a challenging feat. Sometimes we read and re-read the same line or paragraph and still don’t understand it. However, using a tried and true method for increasing reading comprehension can improve your retention of the material — which means you’re more likely to recall the information during your next exam. “Reading…
In your next group project at World Campus, you might be paired with a GRAMMY-winning singer. Conesha Owens — known professionally as “Ms. Monet” — has been performing alongside famous singers like Queen Latifah, Steely Dan, Michael McDonald, and Boz Scaggs for nearly two decades. Penn State World Campus has given her a chance finish…
Lissa Liverman graduated in the summer 2013 semester with her bachelor’s degree in business through Penn State World Campus. We were excited to meet her in person during our Graduation Celebration! We also talked with her afterwards to learn about her overall experience as a World Campus student. Why did you choose Penn State World…
Written by Kevin Horne, student intern in Outreach News and Communications Alicia McCormick always wanted a Penn State degree, but with two young children, a husband and a part-time job in Northumberland, Pennsylvania, that dream seemed unrealistic. But with the help of Penn State World Campus and a scholarship from the STEM Career Advancement Project…
I just did something I’ve wanted to do since I started my education at Penn State University. I submitted my intent to graduate! Check out my August video blog to learn why this is important for graduation, and how you can do it. You can also visit this webpage for instructions: Applying for Graduation.
If you’re a Letters, Arts, and Sciences World Campus student and you want to meet others in your major, here’s an opportunity for you! The College of Liberal Arts wants to feature students and alumni on a new website under development. Each student profile will list why you wanted an LAS degree, how you’re already…
Penn State World Campus graduate Venancio Ybarra Jr. is a community college instructor who wanted to further his career while receiving a rich student experience. Studying from Houston, TX, Venancio stayed active in his family’s life and the Penn State student community at the same time, by attending online and in-person World Campus student events,…
Sabrina and Judge Worsham turned their lives around with help from Penn State World Campus. After experiencing significant hardships, Sabrina and Judge began to pursue degrees through World Campus while living in Austin, TX. Now, backed by her Penn State education, Sabrina has the career she wanted and is able to support her family. Watch…
On April 1, Penn State researchers and community members gathered to discuss an important topic: school safety and how to prevent school violence. World Campus co-hosted this event for World Campus students. The event included a presentation from John-Michael Keyes, who founded the I Love U Guys foundation following the tragic death of his daughter…
