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school-guidance-milspouseBy 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.

Missi Hayes, an American Military University (AMU) alumna, spent four years working on her master’s degree in environmental management and policy. The extended timeline was due to childbirth, moving several times, having a newborn, and life. Missi finished her degree the same year her husband was working on his master’s at the National Intelligence University.

Taking it slow and balancing the school workload with parenting and her spouse’s demanding schedule allowed her to finish. Her priority wasn’t the degree during those years, it was her family.

By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS

Working while you are in school may not be the right choice for everyone, but it is something every college student should strive for. It builds work ethic, is attractive to future employers, and gives you a sense of empowerment. Here are a few tips to help you stay on track while you attend school.

By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS

Whether you hear presidential candidates speaking on it, read it in the newspaper, or see it on the news, student loan debt seems to be an insurmountable problem with no solution and no positive consequences. While the total student loan debt in this country is absolutely absurd, that does not necessarily mean that student loan debt is completely negative.

By Beth Dumbauld
Director of Content, StraighterLine

At some point, any adult who is serious about going back to college will need to determine how to fit their degree goals into an already busy life. If this sounds like you, you’ll be happy to know that you’re not alone. Here are a few strategies that are guaranteed to help.

By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS

Obtaining a college education is a dream for many, but unfortunately not everyone believes they are in the right position to chase that dream. Everyone should at least consider the benefits of going to college. If you are on the fence about going to college, consider some of these points when making your decision.

Vlog with Cindy Aitken
Senior Manager, Community Engagement at American Public University

Balancing your lifelong goals with your work and family responsibilities means exploring every possibility, and online education provides an ideal solution for thousands of working adults worldwide. At APU and AMU, there are a number of programs designed to keep students connected and engaged with their university community. In this vlog, Cindy shares her insights on the community events at the university, the Ambassador Program, university social channels, and she talks about school spirit in the online environment.

By Melanie Dougherty
Academic Advisor at American Public University

You’ve taken a big step in starting your education. Whether you’re pursuing an associate, bachelor’s, or a master’s degree, I want to tell you what an exciting journey you have ahead of you. Are you scratching your head wondering where to begin? Well, don’t! Here are some suggestions for starting out in your degree program.

One of the biggest challenges students face when starting graduate school is learning how to write in an academic style. These writing skills take time—lots of time—to develop. AMU’s Nicole Drumhiller discusses two of the primary factors that drive improvement in academic writing. Learn how to improve your writing today!

By Dr. Michael S. Miller
Part-time Faculty Member, Teaching Program, School of Education at American Public University

Becoming a successful online learner requires the student to be on top of things- and to be self- directed. Whether you are brand-new to the online learning experience, or you are a professional online learner; these four tips will help you get the most out of your education.