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How to Broaden the Spectrum of Music Education Across Cultures

Cross-cultural connections and community outreach can profoundly impact the way music education is valued in society. Although each music educator has the capacity to make global connections from other countries to the local classroom, not all music educators are aware that these opportunities exist. Damon Postle is a bluegrass musician…

Q&A Profile: Ashley Reese, MBT

Ashley Reese graduated with an undergraduate degree in Management Information Systems from the University of Alabama in 2014. She began working as a Software Developer for State Farm after graduating, and in 2016, Reese decided to enroll in the University of Georgia’s online Master of Business and Technology program.

UGA Online Bachelor’s Ranked #4 in the Nation for Affordability

The University of Georgia’s Online Bachelor’s programs have been ranked #4 in the nation in terms of best value. “We are thrilled to learn that our rigorous online degrees are being recognized by AffordableColleges.com for their value and their contributions to our students’ successes,” says Stephen Balfour, Director of the…

Announcing This Year’s Online Learning Fellows Faculty

The Office of Online Learning (OOL) will collaborate with faculty from Franklin, Terry, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Grady to create innovative online courses for Summer 2018. Course offerings will range from Statistical Software Programming to Communication Law. During fall 2017, the online faculty fellows will work closely with the…

Guest Blog: Library Services for Distance Learners

If you’re new to distance education classes or simply want to know what sort of assistance the libraries provide, here are some of the services that are available to currently-enrolled UGA distance learners: Delivery Services The libraries provide delivery services for Georgia and out-of-state residents.   We’ll send book chapter…

Meet the Faculty: Elizabeth L. Andress, Foods and Nutrition

“The science of food related to production, processing, preparing and eating is fascinating. It is a medium for the application and interweaving of microbiology, chemistry and engineering as well as behavioral sciences,” explains Elizabeth Andress, professor in the online Master of Science in Foods and Nutrition, Community Nutrition program.

How to Connect With Your Fellow Dawgs As An Online Student

At first thought, it can seem difficult to develop the same affinity for the school you attend as an online student in comparison to a student that attends on campus. However, there are plenty of ways to connect with other online students, alumni, and the university itself in your own…

10 Time Management Mistakes You Might Be Making As An Online Student

Taking online courses may be convenient and time-flexible, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy to do. Time management can be a challenge for some online students, especially when they are starting out. You can set yourself up for success as an online student by avoiding these time management pitfalls: Keeping…

Alumna Profile: Jessica Tirado, M.M.Ed