Four things that shouldn’t be missed from this past week! 1. Searching for a 2016 wall calendar? Sneezy the Squirrel just debuted a nutty option for Penn Staters. 2. Congratulations to Penn State Department of Geography GIS Master’s student Angela Chang, the 2014 recipient of the Lt. Michael P. Murphy Award! 3. Ten essential apps…
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 —…
Four things that shouldn’t be missed from this past week! 1. An amazing service dog that helps a young girl with a rare disorder walk. 2. Could the invisibility cloak from Harry Potter really exist? 3. How to successfully navigate business meals. 4. Nine reasons to switch your career ASAP!
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…
Five things that shouldn’t be missed from this past week! Inspiration from Penn State men’s basketball coach Patrick Chambers. The days are getting shorter, but they don’t have to get you down. Mark your calendar for upcoming online career fairs. Should you stay or should you go? How to tell if you’re ready to get…
Are you borrowing PLUS or Stafford Loans to pay help pay for your degree, or do you think you might need to borrow them in the future? If so, it’s good to be aware of the costs associated with these loans: origination fees and interest. Read on to learn about recent changes to these fees…
Five things that shouldn’t be missed from this past week! Explore Penn State’s haunted history. Study smarter with tips to improve your memory. What not to say in a job interview. How a World Campus grad put her education to work after the Boston Marathon bombing. (Photo credit: Mandy Howard) Meet Estella the guinea pig,…
Take advantage of these great opportunities to attend an online career fair offered by Penn State Career Services. Log in to learn more about potential employers — and interview from the comforts of your own computer! Hiring Our Veterans Recruitment Day Tuesday, November 10 3:00–6:00 p.m. ET If you are a military veteran, this is…
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…
Five things that shouldn’t be missed from this past week! Study smart and save time. Penn State medical students recommend produce – as preventive medicine. Run a 5k with us for THON – wherever you are. Pumpkin carving inspiration from the Arboretum at Penn State. Thinking about a career change? Get creative and you can…