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Spotlight: Meet Desiree, The Boldest Introvert You Know!
March is Women’s History Month and we want to shine a light on some of the amazing Penn Foster women who inspire us daily. Today, meet Desiree S.! Desiree once worked as a Success Coach to help guide and motivate Penn Foster students to their career goals. Now, she’s expanded her reach beyond one-on-ones with students to the whole world through social media! If you follow our Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and other social accounts, then you’ve been graced by the handiwork of Desiree.
Mar 31, 2018
Spotlight: Meet Sabrina H., Leading the Way for Women in PA!
March is Women’s History Month and we want to shine a light on some of the amazing Penn Foster women who inspire us daily! Today, meet Student Solutions Specialist, Sabrina! Sabrina leads the way for Penn Foster students every day by going above and beyond to help with their studies. (She may have even helped you!) Find out where Sabrina finds her motivation to stay positive and fight for the justices she believes in, both big and small.
Mar 28, 2018
Spotlight: Meet Maddie and Her Strategy for Compassion!
March is Women’s History Month and we want to shine a light on some of the amazing Penn Foster women who inspire us daily! They are goal-driven, persistent, artistic, creative…and they’re leaders. Today, meet Maddie! Maddie is a woman with a plan: She likes to use facts and valuable information to come up with a fair strategy to solve problems.
Mar 15, 2018
Spotlight Meet Autumn Photographer Historian Editor
March is Women’s History Month so we’re celebrating some of the creative, inspiring women who lead here at Penn Foster. They are goal-driven, persistent, artistic, creative... Today, take a second to meet Autumn, a true, multi-talented #girlboss!
Mar 12, 2018
How to Network if You're Not a People-Person
Networking is tough when you’re an outgoing people-person. But what about those of us who prefer a little less interaction? You can still network and advance your career as an introvert. Here are some tricks to make networking a little less awful for those of us who struggle with interpersonal interaction!
Mar 09, 2018
6 min read
Spotlight: Meet Rose, the Voice of Penn Foster!
March is Women’s History Month and we want to shine a light on some of the amazing Penn Foster women who inspire us daily! They are goal-driven, persistent, artistic, creative…and they’re leaders. Today, meet Rose! Rose is the one who writes many of the fun and informative emails you receive in your inbox. And, if you’ve ever called in to the school, you may already be familiar with her... She’s the “Voice of Penn Foster!”
Mar 08, 2018
4 Reasons to Attend Your Graduation Ceremony
In teen movies, Graduation Day is the happily-ever-after ending the audience was waiting for. It’s the ultimate endgame, the end of years of hard work. And, sometimes, the lead up to graduation is the catalyst for any action and adventure that happens in the movie. Graduation in real life, as an adult, can feel quite a bit different. As adults, we’re busy, we have work and family and life going on, so taking time to sit back and celebrate our successes seems wasteful. But, even almost ten years later, I regret not going to my college graduation. Before you regret missing out on marking a milestone, check out a few reasons why you should attend your graduation ceremony!
Mar 01, 2018
4 min read
Have You Been Around The Writer’s Block?
If you’re a Penn Foster student stuck on a particularly difficult essay, not sure what topic to choose, or want to make sure your grammar is on point, this is the place for you! Penn Foster’s writing center, housed within the digital library, is devoted to supporting students as they develop critical thinking, reading and writing skills that are crucial to so many careers and industries. Check out what our tutors can help you with in the latest Student Life Blog post!
Feb 26, 2018
4 min read
Tips for Preparing to Sit for the CVPM
Are you a Veterinary Practice Manager or looking to become one? Trained and skilled practice managers are vital to a thriving animal clinic. To stay competitive in the field and stand out from the crowd, many choose to pursue certification. Unsure if certification is right for you? Check out some information about the CVPM!
Jan 24, 2018
3 min read
Veterinary Practice Management: What You Need to Know
Today, we care more than ever about the health of our animal friends and those working in veterinary medicine have a position that is relatively safe in a sometimes rocky economy. If you’re considering a career where you work with animals, here’s what you need to know about becoming a Veterinary Practice Manager.
Dec 13, 2017
3 min read