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Sep

Do Employers Value Online Degrees?

09/30/2022ByHaley PavicBlog

What Employers Think of Online DegreesDistance education has been around for several decades now. Since the 1800s, growing technology has allowed students to earn their education from the comfort of home, from correspondence schools to lectures shown on cable to the fully online programs of today. Notably, the pandemic sent almost all schools and colleges...

Sep

Setting Educational Goals in the Fall

09/29/2022ByHaley PavicBlog

Benefits of Setting Educational Goals in the FallFall is great for setting educational goals for a variety of reasons. Namely, it’s difficult to find the focus to start your degree in the middle of summer. You may have small children home all day, vacations planned, or you just want to be outside enjoying the weather....

Sep

Going Back to College

09/28/2022ByHaley PavicBlog

Thinking of Going Back to College?Many adults go back to college years after receiving their high school diploma or undergraduate degree. Often, they decide to return due to needing higher education for a promotion. However, some individuals realize that their field isn’t right for them years down the line. Regardless of their reasons, some are...

Sep

Why Lakewood U Faculty Enjoy Teaching

09/22/2022ByHaley PavicBlog

Why Do Professors Enjoy Teaching?If you’re attending or have attended school, you might have wondered what inspires your instructors and professors to teach. They spend hours talking in front of dozens to hundreds of students, who are not always engaged or attentive. They must stay on top of the piles and piles of tests, papers,...

Sep

Gap Year Benefits

09/22/2022ByHaley PavicBlog

Is a Gap Year Right for Me?Whether you just finished high school or your degree, you’re probably thinking about what comes next. Maybe you have a job in mind or a field that interests you. Or perhaps you’re thinking about going back to school. For high school graduates, it’s often the most obvious and expected...

Sep

How to Choose Your College Major

09/20/2022ByHaley PavicBlog

The Difficulty of Choosing a College MajorSome students begin their college careers knowing precisely what they want to do with their lives. These individuals know how far they want to take their education, what job they want, and even what company they dream of applying to. Indeed, it can be intimidating if you’re unsure what...

Sep

Starting a Business in College: Tips & Advice

09/16/2022ByHaley PavicBlog

Starting a Business in CollegeYou don’t need to choose between entrepreneurship and college or wait until graduation before starting your business. You can get started immediately if you have a great idea for a product or service. Your university may even have resources you can use to get off the ground. Of course, being an...

Sep

How to Write an Email to Your Professor

09/15/2022ByHaley PavicBlog

Tips for Writing Professional Emails in CollegeSometimes, new students are intimidated by the idea of sending an email to their professor. They worry that they’re bothering them, that their question is stupid, or that their wording somehow will be offensive. Notably, a lot of the struggle comes down to overthinking. Professors rarely mind receiving student...

Aug

Why Choose a Small College?

08/31/2022ByHaley PavicBlog

Benefits of Attending a Small CollegeWhen applying to colleges, there are many factors to consider when determining your best fit. Do you want to stay close to home, or are you interested in learning in another state? Do you need a school that offers research programs? Additionally, you must decide what kind of culture you’re...

Aug

Going to College While Working Full-Time

08/25/2022ByHaley PavicBlog

How to Be Successful in College While WorkingGoing to college while working can sound daunting, whether you’re years into your career or just getting started. Indeed, you must put a lot of time and effort into your studies. Finding that time when you’re already working forty or more hours a week can be difficult. However,...

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