We recently spoke with James, a Penn State World Campus alum, who shared how earning a degree helped him advance his chosen career of community and economic development. Degree and graduation year: Master of Professional Studies in Community and Economic Development, 2011 Current hometown: Liverpool, NY (just outside Syracuse, NY) Current career and workplace: Executive…
Victoria (Torrie) Raish is the Penn State World Campus online learning librarian. She has curated several tips and tricks for helping you make the most of your library experience this semester. Accessing library resources in Canvas The vast majority of your courses in Canvas will have a library resources tab on the left-hand menu, which…
We recently spoke with Cathy Stout, a graduate of Penn State World Campus, about how earning her degree helped her advance in her career. Keep reading to learn more about her position at University Health Services (UHS): Degree and Graduation Year: Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security – Public Health Preparedness Option, 2015 Current…
This summer, we hosted a poetry/essay contest for Penn State World Campus students that focused on the theme of “Dual Identities.” Amanda Nelson was chosen as one of the winners. Her essay appears below. Reader advisory: this essay shares anecdotes from Amanda’s struggle with addiction, including details about drug and alcohol use. Drug Addict to Penn…
We recently spoke with Ryan Kinkade, a Penn State World Campus alum, who shared how earning a degree helped him advance his career. Keep reading to learn more about Ryan’s career path and how his degree has made an impact on his position: Degree and graduation year: Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences and Technology,…
My name is Amber and I’m an admissions counselor with Penn State World Campus Admission Services and Financial Aid. I’m one of the many staff members here at Penn State that reviews incoming applications for admission to Penn State World Campus. I’d like to share some of what I look for during the review process,…
We hosted a creative writing contest for Penn State World Campus students this summer. Christine Hahn was chosen as one of the winners for her poem, Dual Identities. Dual Identities Work phone is ringing, Kids are screaming, School Assignment due by 10. Caffeine day and night, Weary of plight I cannot feel my skin. Do…
National Suicide Prevention Week begins on Sunday, September 10, 2017. According to the World Health Organization, more than 800,000 people die by suicide each year, and many more make a suicide attempt. Support from loved ones and the community at large can have a significant impact for those who may be vulnerable or struggling. This…
Rohit Anand was one of the student speakers at the Penn State World Campus Graduation Celebration for summer semester. (Watch the livestream of the event here.) Here are his remarks from that event, detailing his journey and acknowledging those who played a pivotal role in helping him to earn his Master’s Degree in Enterprise Architecture.…
As a Penn State World Campus student, are you looking for ways to get more involved with your learning community? Do you want to expand your professional development and networking opportunities while working with peers, alumni, and prospective students? Joining a club is a perfect way to achieve this, and so much more! There are…
