Academic Success
As the new semester begins, don’t forget about the many resources that are available as you work through your courses! These are a few of our favorites…
Suleman Braimah spent the past two years working to earn his master’s degree in Human Resources and Employment Relations through Penn State World Campus. Initially starting the program while living in Nigeria, he overcame considerable logistical challenges and juggled many work/family responsibilities to complete his studies. On August 13, 2016, Suleman achieved his goal and…
It may not be all that surprising to learn that improving your work-life balance can help you sleep better. You have probably always suspected that if your life has a good balance, this alleviates stress, which in turn can help you get a better night’s sleep. However, this isn’t just a theory or something that…
If there’s one challenge that seems to be universal, it’s the struggle to find time to get everything done. We are all busier than ever and juggling countless responsibilities, and we never seem to have enough hours in the day to finish our endless to-do list. Time management is particularly important — and challenging —…
Betsy Esposito and Michelle Wiley are academic support specialists who interact with students on a daily basis to help them understand the tools they need to be successful in an online learning environment. They have helped countless students while building a strong friendship with each other during their time at Penn State. Tell me about…
As the break from school comes to a close, you may start thinking about helpful ways to jump back into your online courses with Penn State World Campus. Cheryl Horvath, a student blogger who is pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree in Labor and Employment Relations, suggests some things you may want to do before resuming classes.…
If you are taking a Penn State World Campus course, you probably have at least one textbook. Whether it is an online textbook or one that you can hold in your hands, it is a very important part of your course and a resource that should not be ignored. The strategies you use when reading…
How do you want to drive your education — in the slow lane doing 20 mph or in a sports car cruising in the passing lane? This is essentially what Penn State President Barron said when he addressed the Board of Trustees for the first time last year, and one of his key points was…
Annah Jensen is pursuing her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Penn State World Campus. Annah takes one class per semester to help keep her workload more manageable. She lives in Bradenton, Florida, and works full-time as a receiving office supervisor for a privately owned environmental laboratory. Here’s Annah’s story of how she strengthened her Penn…
Mike Giorgione is a retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral and founder of LeadingLeaders. He discussed gathering information and decision making as part of the Alumni Expert Series presented by the Penn State Alumni Association, World Campus Alumni Society, World Campus Blue & White Society, and Alumni Career Services Office. In executing the process of critical…