How to Finish College Faster With a Custom Degree
Going back to school after a hiatus can be nerve-wracking, whether it’s been a few semesters or an entire decade. Many adult learners are concerned about overcoming the obstacles they may face on...
What Is Geriatric Social Work? Exploring This Specialized Role
If you were lucky enough to grow up with grandparents or other elders, you know how rewarding and enriching intergenerational relationships can be. We often envision people living out their golden...
Is Online School Hard? Answers to Distance Learning FAQs
Today’s typical college attendee looks a little different compared to the average scholar from decades ago. Not every student immediately chooses the university route after finishing high school...
From Aspiration to Accomplishment: How Disney Aspire Helped a Long Beach Single Mother Earn Her Degree
Photo Credit: Matt Gush for UMass Global IRVINE, Calif. (May 23, 2022) – Former Disneyland cast member Joanna Bonilla made the most of her opportunity to earn a free college degree via the Disney...
A Drive to Help English Learners Carried Coachella Valley School Leader to Doctorate
Photo Credit: Joshua Sudock for UMass Global IRVINE, Calif. (May 23, 2022) – UMass Global honored Dr. Melinda Gonzalez and about 80 other students who gathered Sunday to celebrate their completion of...
What Can You Do With a Master’s in Finance?
After spending years working in your industry, you start to get a feel for which areas you appreciate and which ones you could do without. Perhaps you’ve discovered you have a knack for numbers and...
Self-Care for Teachers: 5 Strategies to Prevent Compassion Fatigue
Educators are some of the most passionate people you’ll meet in any profession, and it’s easy to understand why. Teachers get to introduce children to concepts, people and places that will shape their...
How to Become a Social Worker in California: A Guide for Aspiring Practitioners
If you’re considering social work, you’ve likely already determined that you have what it takes. You’re empathetic, organized and a good communicator. But how exactly can you turn those skills into a...