A new program will soon be available to students who want to further their education in human development. The College of Health and Human Development will offer a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies at Penn State World Campus beginning in fall 2013. Current associate and certificate students in HDFS will…
I will be graduating in May of this year, so I have been reflecting a lot on recent accomplishments while excitedly anticipating future opportunities. While I am still uncertain what I will be doing there is no question in how I will approach whatever it is I do. Here are some of the central values that I have come…
Finally! My favorite time of year has arrived! I love spring so much! There is nothing more refreshing then looking out the window and seeing the crocuses peeping out of the ground or seeing the fresh blooms on the daffodils. Not to mention my son’s birthday is right around the corner as well as mine…
Greetings everyone! Spring is finally here, and along with it baseball season, March Madness, and the close of another semester. Semester’s end can be both exciting and hectic. Exciting because in four weeks a lot of hard work will finally end. Hectic because there is still four weeks of hard work to go! For many,…
Test taking can sometimes be a nerve-wracking and overwhelming experience. If you have ever felt anxious while studying or sitting for an exam, check out the latest episode of PawCast where we talk about the physiological condition known as test anxiety. Not sure what the best testing environment is, or how to properly prepare for…
World Campus student Wesley Willard was able to land a job that exceeded his expectations because of his pursuit of his bachelor’s degree through World Campus. We had a chance to catch up with the Labor and Employment Relations student about his experiences with Penn State and his plans for the future. How did you make…
World Campus Information Sciences and Technology student, Jamie Reep, is a member of the Pi Delta Chi chapter of Alpha Sigma Lambda. Jamie shares why he has found his experience with Alpha Sigma Lambda to be rewarding. Check out what he has to say in the video below!
As a World Campus student, effective time management is an essential skill. We often have a number of different commitments, including family, work, and school. It is important to learn how to balance it all. A good way to do so is by planning ahead. Perfecting the art of planning ahead can be tricky, but…
Recently, World Campus business administration student Luis Cruz traveled more than 3,000 miles from his home in Wallkill, New York, to Ireland for a weeklong study abroad opportunity. The program, offered through World Campus in partnership with Penn State Brandywine Global programs, gave Luis the opportunity to travel between the Irish cities of Galway, Belfast,…
Meghan T. Sullivan is a World Campus Law and Society major from Bluemont, Virginia who is an Olympic hopeful for the U.S. Bobsled and Skeleton team. We recently had a chance to chat with her about her sport, school, and how she balances it all. What is skeleton and how did you get involved? I…