Final Exams, Final Projects & Final Grades: Tips to keep you on track through December 9

It's the season for exams, research projects and comps! This can be stressful for all students–I know, for me, I can always think of one more thing (at least) that I could've/should've done to better prepare. Having a plan, familiarizing yourself with available resources, understanding your final schedule and being able to use the tools …

Student Success Coaching Program

WKU Online launched a student success coaching program for undergraduate students studying at a distance. The goal of the program is to help distance learners succeed by staying connected to WKU and the resources needed to be successful. The program provides students with a single-point of contact, an academic success coach, dedicated to understanding the …

Resources for Faculty & Advisors

Working with online student can be rewarding. We’ve heard countless stories from WKU faculty and staff who were pleasantly surprised by their first online teaching and/or advising experience, including many who felt that the online environment allowed them to get to know their students better than they may have otherwise. We also know that whether you're …

ICYMI: Orientation for Distance Learners

WKU launched its first Distance Learning Topper Orientation Program (DL TOP) this fall, after completing a pilot program over the summer. WKU Online, in collaboration with the Admissions Office, Topper Orientation Program, Academic Technology and advisors from across campus, developed DL TOP, which can be completed 100% online, for undergraduate students with campus location “web.” …

MAKING THE DECISION TO RETURN TO SCHOOL

Education has become much more customizable over the past few years. The diversity of course delivery methods, including face-to-face, online and on-demand opportunities, allows students to balance work, family life and other activities with school like never before. In addition, degree programs that were once out of reach are now readily available. Even with the …

U.S. NEWS RANKS WKU ONLINE PROGRAMS AMONG BEST IN NATION

In its annual ranking of the best online degree programs, U.S. News & World Report has named WKU among the top schools nationwide in five areas. WKU ranked third in the nation in the Best Online Bachelor Degree Programs category, second to Penn State and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University which tied for first place. The ranking also placed WKU’s …

WE ALL HAVE A STORY

We all have a story! Each of us have memories of those who impacted our lives, encouraged and inspired us - those who helped make us who we are today. We've overcome obstacles, juggled responsibilities, celebrated accomplishments and experienced failure. Who are WKU's Distance Learners? What's their story? Of course, we knew the basic demographic …

MAKING A SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION TO ONLINE LEARNING

Earning your degree online may seem scary at first, but interaction with your professor and classmates can carry just as much meaning, and provide even more freedom, than most face-to-face interaction. Online demands the full attention of the entire class, which means that you’re exposed to a more diverse range of conversation than often exists in …

ONE SIMPLE STEP TO REDUCE COLLEGE DEBT

Wouldn’t it be awesome to graduate debt-free with a college degree!?!? For most of us, this is more fantasy than reality, especially with the rising costs of a college education. However, there are things you can do right now – as a current student or even before you’re admitted – that can make a huge …

U.S. NEWS RANKS WKU ONLINE BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS SECOND IN NATION

WKU’s online bachelor’s degree programs have been ranked second in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. WKU finished in a three-way tie for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in the rankings released this week. Pennsylvania State University World College was first and WKU tied with Daytona State College and University of Chicago-Illinois. WKU was …