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André Gallant: UGA Online Student Turned to Professor
October 15, 2018As a parent and working writer, the Low-Residency program allowed me to live a full life in addition to completing the MFA requirements. I chose the Low-Residency program via UGA Online because the MFA was a one of a kind, especially in the South. The program…
MFA Graduate Rebecca Jackson-Artis Launches Screenwriting Career with Web Series
October 10, 2018Low-Residency MFA in Media Writing, Screenwriting graduate Rebecca Jackson-Artis, found success in her original web series, Totally Becky. The comedic web series has won best web series at the Middle Coast Film Festival and has been selected to screen at the Charlotte Film Festival, the Shreveport Urban Film Festival,…
How to Defuse a Difficult Work Situation
October 8, 2018Anyone who has ever had a job can agree that they’ve encountered a tense work situation. Whether it be with a coworker, supervisor or employee, you have probably experienced a difficult work situation that has made you want to scream. Although we feel like screaming, that might not be the best…
Committed To Academic Success
October 3, 2018The Office of Online Learning is committed to student success and offers numerous supports distinguished for academic excellence. UGA students now earn their degrees in record time. UGA’s overall completion rate has increased and three out of four students graduate in four years plus one semester, moving up two…
Preparing for Midterms: Tips on How to De-Stress
September 26, 2018School can get challenging with its piling assignments, tests and everything else happening in your life. With midterms right around the corner, it is easy to get overwhelmed and stressed. Midterms are an especially difficult time because it’s an exam with everything you’ve learned since the start of the fall…
Online BBA Prepares Emerging Leader for a Management Career
September 25, 2018Sean McGirr invested thirteen years into building a successful career in the supply chain industry with some of the world’s most prestigious companies, including his current tenure with Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Atlanta, GA. Sean has been identified as an emerging leader within his company, but had climbed as far as he could…
Leveraging Your Portfolio: Tips to Create Your Online Self
September 24, 2018With technology and social media moving at a rapid pace, it’s now more important than ever to have an online presence. This can take the form of an online portfolio, a blog, or even a simple website with a short bio and your resume. Most employers research you online…
Worthwhile Writing: Tips for Today and Into the Future
September 19, 2018College is known for its impossible essays that you don’t even know how to begin. As an online student, you’ll likely tackle difficult essays and final projects requiring attention to details. Writing skills are essential beyond college and into your career. Whether it’s drafting emails, writing letters of recommendation…
Benefits of Obtaining a UGACard
September 17, 2018Having a student ID can provide numerous benefits such as access to professional conferences, discounts on shopping, events, activities and programs. Many businesses offer student discounts for you to receive a reduced or free product or service by showing your student ID. If you’re an online student and…
Preparing for Natural Disasters
September 13, 2018Hurricane Florence has made landfall today and will affect the South and North Carolina coastline. Georgia is also under a state of emergency in preparation for the category two hurricane. If you are near or in these areas, be safe and take every precaution. Natural disasters happen every year and…