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Admissions Process, Career Opportunities, Online Programs

Credit for Prior Learning

So, what is Credit for Prior Learning? Credit for Prior Learning, also known as Prior Learning Assessment, involves a college/university evaluating and formally recognizing the learning that has occurred outside of a classroom setting. The information is used to grant college credit towards the completion of a degree. Some of the typical sources of prior learning are
Career Opportunities, Graduate Programs, Occupational Therapy

Opportunities for OTD Students Interested in Working with Older Adults

National initiatives aimed at reducing healthcare expenditures place emphasis on community programs to maintain health and prevent injuries among older adults. Occupational therapists possess the skills and training to address the needs of older adults and should be at the forefront of such programs. Community program development is an excellent capstone opportunity for OTD students and a great way to provide health and wellness opportunities for older adults.
Alumni, Graduate Programs, Online Programs

Lessons in Leadership Coaching

Getting involved in the coaching program at Huntington University can help you grow as a leader and provide skills to enhance your leadership. You will learn how to supervise adequately and empower staff. This program inspires people to have lasting growth. Begin earning your Coaching Certificate with Huntington University today.
Admissions Process, Graduate Programs, Online Programs

Myths About Online Education

The primary reason many people consider an online degree is convenience. While it is true that online degrees are convenient, it is not easy to juggle family, work, and education, even if the commitment is only one night per week. That’s why careful planning and consideration are essential before you start an online program (or any academic program).
Admissions Process, Financial Aid

Let’s Get Ready to FAFSA!

Although most of the Midwest considers October the perfect time of year to bring out the cozy sweaters, wool blankets, flannel shirts, and pumpkin spice, the Office of Financial Aid knows this wonderful month as FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) time! The FAFSA officially opened October 1, 2023, for the 2023-2024 academic year! What are some of the reasons to apply for the FAFSA early? So glad you asked. Here are the top five reasons to take care of business before the last leaf falls this autumn:
Admissions Process, Campus Visit

Admissions Tips for Homeschooled Students

Straight from the Office of Admissions at Huntington University, here are some useful tips for homeschooled students who are currently going thorugh or preparing to start the admissions process at the school of their choice. While these tips include specific details about the admissions process at HU, the process will look similar at the other schools on your list as well.
Admissions Process, Graduate Programs, Online Programs

How to Prepare for Your Online Program

Beginning an online degree program is a significant investment of time and energy. It is critical that you begin planning now for the journey to ensure you complete your degree on time and on budget. Here are some tips to consider before you begin classes.
Admissions Process, Career Opportunities, Online Programs, Teaching & Education

TESOL, TENL, TEFL…Which one is right for me?

For those who are interested in teaching English as a new language or teaching English learners, the path to a certification, licensing, or degree program can be fraught with a multitude of acronyms that lead to many questions: Do I need a TESOL or TEFL certificate? Or is it TENL? Some universities call it TESOL and some call in TENL…what’s the difference? My school has an ESL program, so what degree do I need to teach there?
Admissions Process, Financial Aid

529 Plans: The Unsung Heroes of Financial Aid

There is a slight crispness to the evening air, the local goose population is shrinking by the day as they head south, and from my office I can hear students excitedly hurrying up and down the stairs on their way to class — another semester is officially in full swing!
Alumni

Phonathon: Calling the Forest

Huntington University students can tap into a wide range of on-campus jobs or extracurricular activities during the academic year. One of those opportunities is signing up to be a Forester Fund Phonathon Caller. Twice a year, students rally together in Phonathon Command Central and ask fans of HU to make a gift to the Forester Fund student scholarship program. While raising funds is a primary focus for this on-campus job, students gain so much more because of the people with whom they speak.