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Sharpening your focus — tips to stay on track for multi-taskers!

Multitasking is often seen as the solution to managing our busy lives, but the real key to time management is focusing on the task at hand, one at a time. This article suggests that multitasking may be the PROBLEM, not the solution.

Read on for simple strategies to help you make the most of YOUR time, ease the stress of returning to school, and manage your multiple roles and responsibilities so you can achieve academic and life success.

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Speaking up for yourself when you need accommodations in college

Barriers to returning to college can include factors that restrict your access to college. Many adults confront varied health or physical conditions that impair their ability to pursue getting higher education. Today, colleges recognize the need to provide greater access to a college degree by providing accommodations that serve to level the playing field. Accommodations are an important civil I think you did everything right! of college life. Read more to learn about why providing accommodations is important, the types of accommodations that exist and how to apply and qualify for them. Maybe you or someone you know can benefit from accommodation too.

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How to succeed at college if you’re not tech savvy

Do you have a complicated relationship with technology? Maybe you’re tempted to “break up” with computers, or your “smart phone” makes you feel dumb. It’s true: computers and “techy stuff” can be overwhelming especially if you’re thinking about going back to college. If it feels impossible to get along with computers, email, and apps, this article can help you fix your relationship with technology so you can thrive at college too!

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Then & Now: How Paul Finally Reached a Satisfying Career & Made an Impact

Paul Stuart had a good job, two kids, and was coasting to an eventual retirement. However, he felt that something was missing, and he couldn’t shake this nagging feeling of unfinished business. Over the years he had developed a reputation for getting the job done… but he knew there was one thing left unfinished: his degree. Find out what his life was like before he finished college and why he’s excited about his job now!

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These jobs don’t require a super-specific degree

Do you wonder if a “general” degree will really help you find a satisfying job? Are you stuck on your college journey because you can’t decide on your degree?

Discover the facts about college majors and explore jobs that don’t require a super-specific degree!

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Then & Now: How Shasta Wielded “Mom Power” to Achieve Her Dreams

Shasta Porter needed just one more class to finish her college degree. After enduring a rocky childhood and college experience, she was stopped short of getting her degree once her son was born. But now everything is different! Discover how she used her “mom powers” to overcome college obstacles and create a bright future for her family.

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Sharpening your focus — tips to stay on track for multi-taskers!

Multitasking is often seen as the solution to managing our busy lives, but the real key to time management is focusing on the task at hand, one at a time. This article suggests that multitasking may be the PROBLEM, not the solution.

Read on for simple strategies to help you make the most of YOUR time, ease the stress of returning to school, and manage your multiple roles and responsibilities so you can achieve academic and life success.

Read More

Speaking up for yourself when you need accommodations in college

Barriers to returning to college can include factors that restrict your access to college. Many adults confront varied health or physical conditions that impair their ability to pursue getting higher education. Today, colleges recognize the need to provide greater access to a college degree by providing accommodations that serve to level the playing field. Accommodations are an important civil I think you did everything right! of college life. Read more to learn about why providing accommodations is important, the types of accommodations that exist and how to apply and qualify for them. Maybe you or someone you know can benefit from accommodation too.

Read More

How to succeed at college if you’re not tech savvy

Do you have a complicated relationship with technology? Maybe you’re tempted to “break up” with computers, or your “smart phone” makes you feel dumb. It’s true: computers and “techy stuff” can be overwhelming especially if you’re thinking about going back to college. If it feels impossible to get along with computers, email, and apps, this article can help you fix your relationship with technology so you can thrive at college too!

Read More

Then & Now: How Paul Finally Reached a Satisfying Career & Made an Impact

Paul Stuart had a good job, two kids, and was coasting to an eventual retirement. However, he felt that something was missing, and he couldn’t shake this nagging feeling of unfinished business. Over the years he had developed a reputation for getting the job done… but he knew there was one thing left unfinished: his degree. Find out what his life was like before he finished college and why he’s excited about his job now!

Read More

These jobs don’t require a super-specific degree

Do you wonder if a “general” degree will really help you find a satisfying job? Are you stuck on your college journey because you can’t decide on your degree?

Discover the facts about college majors and explore jobs that don’t require a super-specific degree!

Read More

Then & Now: How Shasta Wielded “Mom Power” to Achieve Her Dreams

Shasta Porter needed just one more class to finish her college degree. After enduring a rocky childhood and college experience, she was stopped short of getting her degree once her son was born. But now everything is different! Discover how she used her “mom powers” to overcome college obstacles and create a bright future for her family.

Read More