My heart aches over the horrific news stories that have unfolded over the last several days. It aches because of the terror that must have been felt by victims and their families. It aches because of the way people rush to point fingers of blame, stereotyping whole groups of people. It aches because hate crimes…
Penn State World Campus students study and complete course assignments in a variety of places and spaces throughout the world. From kitchen counters, to military housing facilities, to on-the-go offices on planes and trains — our students are getting it done! Here are some examples of where some our students are working right now: 1.…
At some point, everyone will take on a leadership role. Whether you are a parent leading your children through a life lesson or a business owner who leads a team through change, the potential to be a positive influence is all around us. We can influence change and make the world better by growing as…
“Leaders are the architects and managers are the builders.” – John Mariotti Many people confuse the differences between leadership and management. Often, both terms are lumped together based on someone’s position or title within an organization. But, here’s what I’ve learned about leadership and management from my experiences in the workplace and in my organizational…
Some would say I’m a “true Minnesotan”; for me, the more snow, the better. This winter, though, Minnesota is experiencing bare trees and brown grass, with no snow in the foreseeable future. If I can’t enjoy the winter weather outside my window, I can at least find it in the books I read. (Isn’t that…
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.…
The Penn State World Campus Admissions team held a question-and-answer–style webinar for prospective students to connect with our Alumni Ambassadors. These ambassadors serve a critical role by sharing their first-hand experiences as recent graduates for those who are considering applying to a degree program. Following are some of the questions asked at the webinar —…
If you’re like many online students, at some point you may find yourself contemplating what your next step should be after receiving your Penn State World Campus degree. The career counselors at Penn State World Campus are a great resource for helping you plan your next move. One of the most important lessons I learned…
On June 3 of last year, a friend of mine and former shipmate, Vinson Ya, passed away while kayaking near Whidbey Island in Washington. Ya was the epitome of what a congenial personality could be. In the two deployments and several years that I knew him, I don’t believe that I saw him angry or…
“One’s dignity may be assaulted, vandalized, and cruelly mocked, but it can never be taken away unless it is surrendered,” says Michael J. Fox about bullying, but his statement is not so easy to remember if one is being bullied. Recently I conducted an interview with Rebecca Bywater, director of Threat Assessment at Penn State…
