Do you have an amazing photo of your favorite summertime tradition? Is your pet Penn State proud? Beginning June 3, we are asking that you share your best and most creative photos as a part of our summer photo event. The top-voted photo from each category will be featured as our Facebook cover photo for…
Welcome back to those returning this semester and good luck to those starting! I find the summer semester to be my favorite semester. First, it’s fast paced. And, it marks my first semester at World Campus. Summer 2013 starts my third and final year as a Penn State student. Have you ever been asked why…
Stay organized is a priority for many World Campus students. Calendars quickly fill up, time disappears, and life keeps moving, making it difficult for students to stay organized. Between work, school, family, and other responsibilities, it is important to know what needs to be done, what is due, and where to be. We asked World…
If you’re anything like me, you too have had a trying year, academically and personally. It would seem that there is never a “good” time for an adult learner to “go back to school.” However, once you have taken that leap, that first step to a better future, the race is on. Some of us…
Use “Try These First” to begin your research So you have a topic. But where do you start your research? When you want scan a variety of materials to get an idea of what is out there, check out the Try These First page. From one spot, you have access to materials in The CAT,…
I recently spent graduation weekend in State College, and I would like to offer a special thanks to those that put together a fantastic Graduation Celebration for World Campus students. Graduation is, of course, a time to rejoice in the culmination of seemingly endless hours of hard work. In my time on-campus, though, I also…
Though recent World Campus graduate Priscilla Tarr did not attend her commencement ceremony this past weekend, she did have the opportunity to celebrate her achievement at “the happiest place on Earth”. Priscilla and her family took a trip to Disneyland to commemorate the great milestone of earning her degree. The criminal justice major reflects on…
When the Penn State Marching Blue Band hits the field on game day, the only thing louder than the beating of the drums is the roar of the crowd cheering them on. In this episode of PawCast we explore the ins and outs of one of the University’s most beloved and respected organizations—the Penn State…
This summer, Thomas Argondizza will be teaching his first World Campus course, INSYS 100: World Technologies and Learning. We talked with Thomas recently to learn about his international teaching experiences, his passion for teaching, and what he loves to do when he’s not teaching. Tell us what students will find exciting about your course this…
With the new semester right around the corner, now is the time to begin getting prepared. From completing registration to arranging a proctor, check out a few tips World Campus staff members had to share to make sure you’re ready. Know how Summer Student Aid Works As summer tuition bills come due, remember that student…
