By Allyson Donohue & Stephanie Kennedy
Assessment Specialists, Academic Advising at American Public University

Many students focus on goal planning and track their progress throughout their online program, and this includes creating and achieving short-term and long-term goals. Short-term goals can include getting at least a ‘B’ in your next two classes, while a long-term goal could be graduating with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Short-term goals can be created and crossed off a list as they are completed, while long-term goals can be revisited at specified time intervals.

By J. Mason
Online Learning Tips Editor

You’re a college student, probably juggling studies with work and other obligations. You even may be guilty of staying up all night to cram for a test or finish a paper. If only you could get some sleep! Even if you can set aside a decent number of hours to crash, what if you can’t fall asleep? Here are some ideas that may help you get the rest you need, and perform better in school.

Vlog with Madeline Roberts
Online Learning Tips Contributor

Whether you’re working toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree, getting to the end of your program can feel like a long process. In this vlog, Madeline Roberts shares their advice on juggling responsibilities, asking for help, and keeping an eye on the final goal.

Interview with APU Alumna, Prasida Khanal

I am looking ahead at the many opportunities and possibilities that I can achieve with my degree. I was the recipient of the President’s Award in 2015 and I graduated with honors. These recognitions have motivated me to establish “Rebuilding Health” in Nepal. This nonprofit works on improving community health through public-private partnership and community engagement for sustainable health outcomes.

By Rebecca Alwine
Alumna, American Military University

Parents are superheroes, plain and simple, consistently putting their children’s needs ahead of their own. So how do they go back to school? The secrets to success involve securing a support system, taking it one day at a time, keeping focus, and balancing school and family commitments. Here are some examples of great parents who mastered the balancing act.

By J. Mason
Online Learning Tips Editor

Focus on your field of study in the same way Scrooge was forced to look at his own life. This is not a time for reflection, but a time for perspective and understanding. Dig through the history of your field to find some great nuggets of wisdom, and then use that information to grow new ideas.

By Dr. Samer Koutoubi
Program Director, Public Health at American Public University

As you sit down to enjoy the festivities of  Thanksgiving Day, and the upcoming holiday season family get-togethers, parties, and shopping, you may experience difficulties maintaining a normal exercise schedule and training regimen. Don’t let the holidays take over, start planning a workout a schedule in advance to maintain your overall health for the holidays.

By Drs. Susan Foster and Kimberlee Ratliff
Faculty Members, School of Education at American Public University

To some extent, the nuances of the virtual world provide an invisible veil of anonymity and allow and excuse behaving in a pro-social manner. This perceived anonymity points to a possible lack of empathy. This means children and adolescents who have experienced the pain associated with being bullied still engage in the victimization of others. So how do we instill the necessary social and emotional skills to prevent this?

By Guy Williams
Alumnus at American Public University

While education and experience complement each other when seeking a job, a college education bridges the lack of experience gap young job applicants’ face when entering the work force or changing career fields.