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2/4/2011 5:40 pm

With all truly life-changing endeavors, from losing weight to breaking a bad habit to going to school, having the support of your peers can make the difference between success and failure. Connecting with other students allows you to compare experiences, gain knowledge, and feel included in the university community. If you’re going to college online, you don’t have the luxury of meeting with classmates in person, but “online” doesn’t have to mean “isolated” from your fellow students. Today, there are many great ways to stay connected, feel a part of the school community, and get motivation and support from your peers.

Online Student Tips
1/24/2011 9:18 am

Higher education has come a long way. From 3500 B.C., when wealthy families provided education for boys only, to the late 1980s when the first online university was launched. Consider the developments of culture and society during the Middle Ages or the basic computer systems that allowed for the first remote student-teacher interactions.

WGU News
1/13/2011 3:37 pm

Recently, Western Governors University was featured in the Los Angeles Times Personal Finance column by Kathy Kristof. The article focuses on the non-profit approach WGU takes to making higher education accessible, flexible, and affordable for students all over the country. WGU lets students like Orleatha Smith (featured in the article) have a full-time job, take care of family responsibilities, and go to school at the same time. The online university tailors education to the individual and allows students to work at an accelerated pace.

WGU News
1/12/2011 3:51 pm

Memorization can be the most difficult part of online university success. Many students are able to apply what they learn to practical situations, but are unable to readily recite what they’ve learned. If you have trouble retaining information, don’t worry, there are a few ways to improve your skills.

Online Student Tips