The International Student Blog
Earning an Engineering Degree Online
Posted on June 14th, 2023 by International StudentDid you know that remote learning first surfaced on college campuses in the 1980s with the advent of new technologies? Before the 21st century, this new education model was known as “distance learning.” Online, or virtual, learning has since become the norm over the past several years. Due to the demands and needs of students, […]
3 Tips for Editing Your College Admissions Essay
Posted on February 4th, 2022 by Connor BlayWhen you finish writing your college admissions essay, it might be tempting to submit it without proofreading or editing it. Writing can take a lot out of you and it’s understandable that you’re eager to check your college admissions essay off of your to-do list. However, proofreading and editing is a vital part of writing […]
Livestream Recap: Mastering Business at McNeese State University
Posted on January 8th, 2021 by Connor BlayIf you missed our livestream this morning with our special guests from McNeese State University, you missed out on a good one! I chatted with Preble Girard, Morgan Turpin and Sarah Leonards on everything that makes the Master of Business Administration program at McNeese excellent. But don’t worry! You can still watch the livestream at […]
3 Tips for Limiting Your Screen Time
Posted on January 5th, 2021 by Connor BlayIf you’re reading this blog, there’s a 100% chance that you’re reading it on your computer, tablet, mobile device or whatever piece of technology you use to browse the internet. In the age of COVID-19, almost all of us are guilty of spending too much time on our devices and not enough time enjoying the […]
International Student Loans: What to Know
Posted on September 9th, 2020 by Luke ClausenAs an international student, finding the funding for your education will be one of the first steps you’ll need to take. College is expensive, and not many people are able to pay the tuition entirely upfront and on their own. There are a variety of financial aid options available to students who are committed and […]
Tips for Taking Classes Online
Posted on June 1st, 2020 by Luke ClausenMany students have spent their entire academic lives developing strategies to help them focus and concentrate when doing their schoolwork, and rely on these strategies in order to reach their full academic potential. These strategies are often classroom-oriented, so for many students, using these strategies could be difficult in a different environment. While learning in […]