Ever heard the term “Disneyland diversity” or wondered how the University works to create an inclusive learning environment for all students? Well you can find out in the latest episode of PawCast! Listen as we chat with Dr. Terrell Jones, vice provost for Educational Equity at Penn State, and get a behind the scenes look…
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…
Personal Recount as an On-Campus Student When I attended law school in the late 1980s to pursue my JD from the University of the Balearic Islands, the characteristics and legal profession of the time informed the university’s teaching methods. Every day I drove to my campus to attend the lectures from various instructors, which despite…
The life of an adult learner can be hectic. So much to juggle – family, job, school – that’s my life! As the saying goes, so much to do and so little time with which to do it. Falling into a mildly frantic routine of constant reprioritizing is easy, at least it is for me.…
Ever wish you could tour the University Park campus? Well, now you can! Join us today as we take a look at some of the spots central campus has to offer. Places include the Pattee-Paterno Library, Palmer Museum of Art, and the Fountain by the Forum. You can also check out popular spots on campus.
Penn State World Campus students have access to Going Global, a leading provider of career and employment resources for evaluating, selecting and transitioning into a successful career in a foreign country. Boasting more than one million individual users, Going Global is used around the world by university career centers, educational and institutional organizations, libraries, corporate…
I remember when I finally decided to return to school after a five-year break in my education. At the time, I was a 24-year-old new wife and mother. As a full time mom, I knew that it was the perfect time for me to finish my education; the decision, however, was quite overwhelming and I…
Joe Stariha has a unique perspective of the World Campus HelpDesk experience—because he sees it from both sides. He graduated from Penn State World Campus in May, 2010, with an Associate’s Degree in Information Sciences and Technology, and was hired as a HelpDesk technician in October, 2011. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in…
Last minute questions? Mid-paper panic? A more extensive research problem? The University Libraries are here to help you, on the phone and online! If you have a quick question you need answered right away, Chat Live with a librarian. Hours are: Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. to midnight; Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and…
Check out the latest episode of PawCast where we sit down with newly named Penn State laureate, Christopher Staley. Listen as the distinguished professor, with over 30 years of experience as a ceramic artist and educator, shares his unique outlook on the interrelationship between art and life. In this interesting interview you will get to…