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Blueprints before breakthroughs - Puget Sound Business Journal

The WGU School of Business, in partnership with the Puget Sound Business Journal, recently held a discussion on how to craft and use a successful business plan called "Strategic Roadmap: Mastering the Art of Business Planning."

Western Governors University School of Business celebrates entrepreneurial go-getters in November...

WGU degrees are designed to help working individuals fit higher education into their busy lives. That means students can work around their schedule to earn their degree. #speedofbusiness #wguschoolofbusiness

WGU Becomes Contributor To The Conversation U.S.

WGU School of Business becomes member of The Conversation US, a nonprofit, independent news organization that offers explanatory reporting by academic experts to thousands of media outlets worldwide.

WGU School of Business teams up with American City Business Journals for nationwide Mentoring...

Strategic sponsorship of national event.

Mentoring Monday: Phoenix leaders share their career lessons - Phoenix Business Journal

Phoenix business leaders share the mentorship lessons they learned the hard way and offer advice for making a strong impression.

Penn State to launch survey of University Police services | Penn State University

A confidential University-wide survey is being conducted by University Police and Public Safety to gain an understanding of student and employee attitudes and opinions related to police services and programs and campus safety. On Sept. 13, about 34,000 members of the Penn State community will receive the survey, spread across the 22 campuses where University Police provides services.

Reimagining Accounting Through Experiential Learning

At the WGU School of Business, academic leaders saw the importance of experiential learning in preparing students for the future of work through Introduction to Business Accounting, a required course for non-accounting majors. With a focus on teaching students in the way they learn best, the school set out to redesign the course around engagement, relevance, and real-world application.

New to mentorship? Ask these questions to guide career, set goals - Dallas Business Journal

Ahead of DBJ's Mentoring Monday on Feb. 23, here are some valuable questions to ask a mentor. Use this as a handy guide if you're attending the event, or as conversation fodder in your own personal mentoring relationships.

How to Hit a Home Run with Your Business Plan

Higher education and industry experts shared their expertise with a group of Dallas-area entrepreneurs during the Strategic Roadmap: Mastering the Art of Business Planning event on Nov. 19, which was designed in celebration of National Entrepreneurship Month to help entrepreneurs create a winning business plan that fuels growth and attracts investment.

Mentoring Emerging Women Business Leaders

Mentorship is an intentional action. It's about thoughtfully taking time to invest in someone else and using your experiences and knowledge - learned from both the good and bad, the wins and the setbacks - to help make someone else's journey easier.

Why Higher Ed is Losing Student Trust - and How to Reverse That Trend

Schools are training students in areas that don't match current job market needs. Leaders at the School of Business at Western Governors University believe their academic model is one more schools should emulate.

An Overview of University Police and Public Safety

Powering Up: Essential Skills for Success in the Age of AI

As AI continues to reshape the workplace, the ability to adapt, communicate, empathize, and solve complex problems will only grow more valuable.

Workforce Learning Leads to Better Student Outcomes

Strategic, real-world learning experiences are a game-changer for today's college students to boost confidence, build competitive portfolios and open doors to career opportunities. That's exactly what the collaboration between HubSpot and the WGU School of Business is delivering.

Should you worry about the stock market tanking your 401(k)? Here's what to know

Even if you are a baby boomer heading for retirement and your 401(k) has taken a hit in recent weeks, don't panic.

9 Office Etiquette Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs If You Care About Your Job

Big Beautiful Refund? 5 Tax Code Changes That May Put More Money in Your Pocket

Here's what you should know about.

‘Is it too late?’ I’m 40 and want to retire before 60. I have $12K in one of my retirement...

Big beautiful refund? 5 tax code changes that may put more money in your pocket

Those who stand to benefit from the changes in tax code include workers who earn tips, those receiving overtime pay, purchasers of US-made autos, and seniors.

Penn State University Police adopts essential first responder tool | Penn State University

Penn State University Police and Public Safety is connecting its police officers and other key personnel to FirstNet - the only nationwide, high-speed broadband communications platform dedicated to America's first responders and the extended public safety community.

10 Things Employers Think About Your Online Degree

Many employers accept online degrees, experts say, though some still favor the traditional graduate.

3 power skills that are key for business success

Power skills are transferable across roles, projects, and industries, which makes them especially valuable to hiring managers.

9 Office Etiquette Mistakes That Are Quietly Hurting Your Career

401(k) plans and stock market volatility: What you need to know

Market swings may be rattling retirement accounts, but panic isn't the answer. Here's what to know about how 401(k) accounts work - and when to worry.

How Republican lawmakers will reshape tax policy in 2025

Republicans are likely to fight to keep key components in place for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

Why power skills - formerly known as 'soft skills' - are the key to business success

My experience in the corporate world showed me how much the human element matters. I went into academia to translate theory into practice.

Why Academic Institutions Should Stop Fearing AI and Start Embracing It

AI is a reality higher ed institutions can no longer ignore, as employers seek to hire workers who can easily and responsibly adopt and work with it.

Open Skills Libraries Help Today's Education and Training Providers Respond to the Recent Surge...

Over the past two years, we have seen the pandemic break down time-honored hiring conventions and accelerate new trends. Among these, many employers, particularly in IT and IT-related fields, have discontinued degree requirements and turned their attention to skills-based hiring and promotion practices. In response, credential-focused education and training providers across the United States are [...]

Why you need to teach your business school students to lead like a coach, not a boss

Those who frequently consider communication one-way down the chain of command are less likely to succeed in the brave new world of business.

How one coaching program connects leaders to students in a lonely world

Western Governors University offers in-house coaching certificate programs to combat loneliness experienced by online learners.

Republican lawmakers will reshape tax policy in 2025 - a tax expert explains what to expect

The fate of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act lies in the balance.

Western Governors University Helps Fill Expected Marketing Job Growth Through Digital Marketing...

WGU School of Business certificate will help meet projected 6% job growth and advance entrepreneurs, small businesses and other professionals.

University Police unveils Transparency and Accountability Initiative | Penn State University

As part of an ongoing commitment to strengthen its relationship with the Penn State community, University Police and Public Safety has published its new Transparency and Accountability Initiative, which provides a detailed overview of police training, data, policies and more.

WGU Partners with Women of Project Management to Expand Educational Opportunities

Strategic Partnership to Increase Access to Degrees and Credentials for Women in Project Management

Penn State police officers equipped with body-worn cameras | Penn State University

Beginning May 17, Penn State police officers are equipped with body-worn cameras. Equipping every officer with body-worn cameras enables Penn State police officers to be more transparent and accountable with the communities they serve.

Health care CEO learned how to live a balanced life at Penn State | Penn State University

"As a mentor once told me, the secret sauce to a life well lived is to follow your passion both professionally and personally," said Gene Woods. "Penn State gave me the foundation to do both." Woods, who earned three degrees at Penn State, took that advice to heart and has found a balance in life that has allowed him to advance his career.

Beyoncé's shout-out was only the beginning for Penn State student | Penn State University

For first-year Penn State student Emmanuel "Manny" Houndo, it was a pivotal moment in his life when Beyoncé shared a YouTube video of him playing her song, "Drunk in Love," on his violin. Houndo, now a student at Penn State, is a dual major studying music (classical violin) and health policy and administration.

Penn State alumnus works to eliminate social stigma of mental illness | Penn State University

Penn State alumnus and military veteran Kevin Lynch founded the Quell Foundation, which works to eliminate the social stigma of mental illness.

Alumni sponsor campus garden for student inspiration, community gathering | Penn State University

Honoring a family tradition that spans generations, Suzann Tedesco and her husband, Vincent "Vin" Tedesco, both Penn State alumni, recently sponsored a garden at Penn State located between the Henderson and Biobehavioral Health buildings, the same area on campus where Suzann Tedesco spent much of her time as an undergraduate student studying home economics in the early 1960s.

New study may lead to changes in treatment of ALS patients | Penn State University

A Penn State study brings researchers one step closer to better understanding and treating dysarthria, a type of motor speech disorder, in people with ALS. Dysarthria can cause slurred speech, slowed speech, abnormal pitch and rhythm, changes in voice quality and limited tongue, lip or jaw movement, according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

Researchers find parents of children with autism embrace video game use | Penn State University

A common frustration among many parents is wondering how to get their kids to 'disconnect' from devices-computers, phones, and gaming consoles-in order to maintain healthy lifestyles and develop meaningful relationships. In the case of parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), however, Penn State researchers have found that parents actually embrace their child's use of video games.

Military spouses say needs for children with autism unmet | Penn State University

The majority of U.S. military spouses say the needs for their children with autism are unmet, according to a Penn State study.

A 30-minute lesson can connect young people to nature, preserve for others | Penn State University

A 30-minute educational lesson about the importance of leaving what you find during outdoor experiences helps young people feel more connected to nature and results in children being less likely to take natural items home as souvenirs, according to a study conducted at Outdoor School, a residential program run by Penn State's Shaver's Creek Environmental Center.

Penn State, Johannesburg researchers collaborate on food service, nutrition | Penn State University

A visiting scholar from South Africa is collaborating with a Penn State hospitality management researcher to present findings and further develop research on food service and nutrition for school children, consumers' food decisions and the role of the food service industry related to nutrition and obesity.

Penn State study guides National Park Service planning | Penn State University

A Penn State study analyzing the quality of visitors' experiences at a national park is now a guiding tool for managers in the National Park Service.

Access to Health Care a Real Challenge for Rural Communities

About 25 percent of Americans are residents of rural communities. Urban and suburban residents typically have access to public transportation, innovative medical care, and cutting-edge prevention programs; however, rural residents often do not have such resources.

Researchers study married combat veterans' leisure habits | Penn State University

Penn State researchers are studying leisure in the lives of married Iraq and Afghanistan veterans as a first step to ultimately designing an intervention program for veterans returning home after deployment.

Presidential candidate talks on campus

WEST CHESTER - It started off silly, with talk of Sen. Barack Obama's admittedly poor bowling skills, but quickly got serious with discussion of the war in Iraq, gay marriage, race and religion.A crowd of roughly 2,000 - mostly West Chester University students - packed into the Hollinger Field House on Wednesday afternoon to watch [...]

VIDEO: Ryan Dunn services held

WEST CHESTER - Loved ones paid their last respects to local reality TV and movie star Ryan Dunn during a private service here Wednesday. From afternoon into the evening, family and friends filed into the DellaVecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home in the 400 block of North Church Street during the visitation service for [...]

Hillary Clinton starts her weekend in West Chester

WEST CHESTER - Sen. Hillary Clinton, D-N.Y., worked to convince voters here Saturday that she is the best presidential candidate in the race and therefore deserves their vote on Tuesday.Before a crowd of roughly 600 outside the Good Will Fire Company, Clinton briefly touched on a slew of issues.

This should not have happened

No one will ever know the type of state trooper Kenton E. Iwaniec would have been in 20 years, the arrests he would have made, or the protection he would have provided.No one will ever know what could have become of Iwaniec's dream career, which ended barely three months after its start.

Woman sentenced in trooper's death

WEST CHESTER - After nearly five hours of arguments and tearful testimonies from loved ones of both the defendant and victim - a rookie state trooper - a Common Pleas judge sentenced the admitted drunk driver to 81/2 to 17 years in prison for taking the trooper's life and endangering the life of her 4-year-old [...]

Prosecutors seek death penalty for Chapman

The Chester County District Attorney’s Office revealed Thursday it is seeking the death penalty for the defendant accused of killing a Coatesville teenager and then dismembering his body with a chain saw.

15 homes destroyed in latest Coatesville arson

The reign of arson terror continued in this Chester County city Saturday night when the latest deliberately set blaze roared through 15 homes, leaving dozens homeless, including a city official.

HOMICIDE TRIAL HINGES ON MINDSET

Michael Sheller either killed his wife when he lost control while suffering from a major depressive disorder or he killed her knowingly and willfully out of anger.

Arson victim laid to rest

As they prepare for one of the year’s holiest days, family and friends gathered Friday at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church to remember Irene Kempest, a Nazi work camp survivor who died this week in an arson.