Search Results for: time management
Maximizing Your Week
My last assignment in the Navy was as an officer recruiter. We were required to maintain a weekly planner, which I hated! On Fridays, I would break out a bunch of markers and have to color-code different things that I was doing for the next week. A yellow block of time meant that I was…
Racing to Her Degree
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…
Being Proactive in Group Work
I find as a parent, student, and worker that the most difficult part of being productive in each aspect of life — without compromising quality — is time management. With that, I am hoping to share some insight and inspiration in hopes that it can benefit you in your studies. In between semesters, I read…
Considering Law School? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you have ever thought about law school, it’s never too early to start preparing. Edward J. Wangler, J.D., Senior Undergraduate Studies Adviser and Pre-Law Adviser with the Division of Undergraduate Studies at Penn State, says the Penn State Pre-Law Advising website is being redesigned with the main theme of EXPLORE, PREPARE, and APPLY and…
Too Much to Do in One Week? How to Prioritize and Find Calm
The essence of the best thinking in the area of time management can be captured in a single phrase: Organize and execute around priorities. ~ Stephen Covey It’s the beginning of the week. You flip open the weekly planner to see what is coming up in your class, work, and personal schedule. Suddenly, you realize…
Student Leader Spotlight: Jerry Fokas
Many of our students at Penn State World Campus are strong leaders whose enthusiasm often motivates their peers to get involved in student organizations and activities. We are excited to spotlight some of these excellent student leaders.
How to Secure Your Sensitive Information
We asked the Penn State IT Service Desk — your 24/7 resource for IT help — for tips on simple steps you can take to protect your information.
Homecoming: World Campus Students Share Highlights and Benefits of Getting Involved
It’s almost time for Penn State to celebrate Homecoming Week, and there are plenty of ways for Penn State World Campus students to get involved and share in the excitement — both this year and in the future. You can join the Homecoming Committee, apply to be on the Homecoming Court, or join any of…
Apply for Virtual Internship Opportunities through the VSFS Program
If you’re a Penn State World Campus student looking for a virtual internship, you might want to consider a federal program that offers valuable internship opportunities: the Virtual Student Federal Service (VSFS).
Student Voices: Career Planning and Mentor Support
Most World Campus students likely hope to use their education (and the skills and lessons they have gained) to support their professional goals.