Being a Parent and a Student During COVID-19
Penn State World Campus students balance many commitments — including, for some of you, being parents. If you are having a hard time planning for your fall semester in the midst of uncertainty, you are not alone. You may be awaiting word from your children’s school district or daycare about their plans for opening in…
Summer Wellness Spotlight: Improving Wellness By Managing Stress
Our summer focus on wellness now turns to stress management for the month of August. The topic of how to manage stress is always popular in college settings. Students are not only focused on class work but also have to juggle family, jobs, finances, health, and other responsibilities. It can be difficult to find time…
Employer Tips for an Unplanned Career Detour
You may be dealing with a variety of uncertainties relating to your career during this time of change due to COVID-19. If your professional plans have taken a new path, or if you are managing career stress at this time, read this advice from employers to learn how they might manage the situation. “I think…
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…
Summer Wellness Spotlight: Connections to Ourselves and Others
As we focus this summer on themes that promote wellness, our discussion for July will center around how important it is to connect with those around us and with our own values, goals, and strengths. “Connection is why we’re here and gives purpose and meaning to our lives,” said Dr. Brené Brown. Dr. Brown has…
Explore Networking and Alumni Connections with LionLink
Have you heard of LionLink? One of many services offered by the Penn State Alumni Association, LionLink is a professional networking program that can link you with alumni volunteers. With this program, both Penn State students and alumni who are looking for mentorship, networking, and connection can reach out to alumni and begin discussions. These alumni have joined LionLink to pay…
Set Goals and Stay Well with You@PSU
Do you find yourself looking for information on goal-setting, time management, and other aspects of balancing your life as a student, professional, parent or other roles? You@PSU is a wellness resource available to all Penn State students that can help.
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…
Summer Wellness Spotlight: Mind & Body Connection
Maintaining your health and wellness is important throughout the year and especially relevant as we navigate COVID-19. Navigating multiple roles and responsibilities as a student, family member, friend, and professional can make it difficult to find time for your own self-care and well-being. This summer, we’ll be sharing themes each month that promote wellness. This…
Advice For The Graduates
Graduation — the end of one chapter but the beginning of a completely new chapter filled with brand new experiences. With these new experiences are bound to come obstacles. Luckily, these obstacles don’t have to be a bad thing. They are part of what makes life exciting and often shape you into being a better,…