“I thought, ‘I could do anything I want with this,’” says Nikia Moukendi, '19. After earning her bachelor's in the Health Promotion and Wellness program online, Moukendi worked for an NGO and a state agency. Students graduate from the program ready to succeed, whether their goal is to go straight...
A general studies degree isn’t focused on a specific industry, so it suits students with a range of interests. With a general studies degree, you can customize your courses to your passions. This type of degree allows you to gain a wide cross section of knowledge and experience. You’ll enjoy courses...
Update: As of December 2019, Jami Rush is Dr. Jami Rush upon completion of the Doctorate in Ed. Leadership program. Congrats, Dr. Rush! Online students have a lot on their plates. Many juggle work, family, and social lives on top of school. Jami Rush knows the balancing act well. Beyond her roles as...
Going back to school online offers many benefits, but is there financial aid available for online learning? Yes! Although several years ago it would have been harder to qualify for financial assistance for your online classes, the same opportunities exist today for online and classroom learning...
Online learning has opened the doors of higher education to students from all walks of life, but it can still seem mysterious if you haven’t seen up close how it works. Online degree programs have become a preferred way for working adults to complete degrees and advance their careers. The ѻƵ...
Informatics is a way of using computing principles to shape and improve how people interact with technology, wherever they interact with technology. Informatics is “computing where we focus on the human and organizational needs,” says Dr. Michael Totaro, associate professor and graduate coordinator...
One of the first assignments you’re likely to encounter as an online student is introducing yourself either through a Moodle discussion forum or by video. Here are some tips for making a great impression and connections in your online course: The Basics If your instructor posts their own...
As a military service member, you might be contending with changing schedules and unexpected travel. Earning a degree online can provide flexibility by allowing veterans to complete coursework without having to attend on-campus classes. The ѻƵ at Lafayette offers support through...
Business runs on technology driven by data. Skilled informatics professionals are in demand to manage the systems that collect, analyze, and use data to guide business decisions. Regardless of your background, if you’re looking to apply your expertise in new and exciting ways, informatics could be a...
As an online student, you get used to fitting coursework or study sessions in between everything else. But when the end of the term is approaching, having a study strategy can have big payoffs for your sanity and your degree plan. Use these six tips along with what you’re already doing to create a...
