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Social media tools

5 tools to keep on top of social media

Now that you’ve set up your Twitter® account, LinkedIn® profile and Facebook® ...

Time management tips

How to choose a time-management strategy that’s right for your personality

If you expressed your feelings about time management aloud, would you be ...

First-year sequence

First-Year Sequence: What’s in it for you?

Science, writing, personal finance — required college courses can be a drag ...

Returning to college

5 reasons to go back to school

With January here, many folks are contemplating ways to better their lives. From ...

New Year’s resolutions

5 tips for sticking to your New Year’s resolutions

Committing to run in next fall’s marathon might sound like a cool idea on ...

Toxic friends aren’t friends at all

5 reasons to end a toxic friendship

Do you have a friend who’s toxic, and really more of a frenemy? “If someone ...

Cut costs to boost savings

7 easy ways to cut monthly expenses

Do you run out of money before you run out of bills? Cost cutting can be the ...

Understanding credit is essential

5 things you need to know about credit reports

You probably know your GPA, but do you know about your credit score and what’s ...

Reduce stress during the holidays

5 ways to come back from the holidays refreshed

If you’re like a lot of people, your list of holiday experiences may include ...

University partners with iGrad online financial education

iGrad teaches personal finance lessons

Navigating all the ways to create a budget and pay for college can feel like ...

Maximize study time using these tools

5 time-savers for savvy students

Do class assignments and study sessions have you wondering how you’ll ever be ...

Energy drinks

5 things you should know about energy drinks

How do you stay on top of your homework after a full day of work?...

Use these apps for tedious tasks

5 time-saving apps to simplify your life

Mobile apps that can effectively discipline your kids, repel bugs and drive your ...

Budgeting tips for the holidays

How to celebrate the holidays on a budget

It’s that time of year again when it’s easy to get swept up in retailers’ ...

Working students and child care

5 ways working students can cut child care costs

Life as a working student is a challenge. Add parenting and the cost of child ...

Trade your stuff and save cash

7 ways bartering can save you money

The reality TV show “Barter Kings” and Kyle MacDonald’s best-selling book “One ...

How to eat healthy on Pinterest

5 rules for healthy eating with Pinterest

When it comes to using recipes you find on Pinterest® pinboards to plan your ...

Black Friday deals

7 tips for getting Black Friday deals

If you think waiting outside for hours in the cold to beat hundreds of other ...

Going back to school

How to tell your kids you’re going back to school

You decided to go back to college, picked a challenging program and enrolled in ...

Ask these pre-appointment questions

5 questions to ask before seeing a doctor

Finding the right doctor for you or your family doesn’t have to be a daunting ...

Team learning

How to create a winning college support team

When Michelle Hoaglund began studying for her bachelor’s degree in the ...

Writing winning scholarship essays

5 tips for writing winning scholarship essays

Who doesn’t want scholarships? With cutthroat competition, you need any ...

Halloween safety for kids.

How to stay safe while trick-or-treating

Carving pumpkins, buying candy and finding costumes are often the first things ...

Online education tools provide support

7 ways University of Phoenix eCampus supports online students

As a student at University of Phoenix, you have access to a variety of helpful ...

Finishing your degree can pay off

5 reasons to finish your degree

Getting an education while juggling work and family is not easy. Though you ...

Communicating with faculty

5 ways to improve your relationship with instructors

If your interaction with faculty members is limited to just the time you’re in ...

Keeping your education on track after getting orders

How active-duty servicemembers can keep their studies on track

It’s a common scenario: Active-duty servicemembers enroll in school, but during ...

Homework hero

7 ways to become your child’s homework hero

Along with fall heralding the season of “back to school” comes the daily ...

Saying no builds self-confidence

5 reasons to say no

Your boss appears at 5 pm on Friday, dumps something on your already overloaded ...

Get ready to vote

5 ways to get ready to vote

You want to help pick the leader of the free world, but have you done ...

Fast food can be healthy

How to eat healthy on the go

It’s inevitable: You succumb to fast food because the day is packed with ...

Adult learners going back to school

5 questions to ask before going back to school

With 38 percent of current college students older than 25, the phrase “back to ...

Unique scholarships

7 fabulous scholarships you’ve never heard of

When most students hear the word “scholarship,” they assume they’ll need ...

Effective job-search resources

3 ways a job-skills workshop can help you

Finding a job is, well, a job in itself. You perform research on companies and ...

Planning for an emergency

5 ways to create an emergency plan

Earthquakes. Fires. Floods. Tornadoes. Blizzards. Hurricanes. Depending on ...

Customize yuor nutrition plan

5 customized diets for common health issues

Have you ever tried a new diet that offers a universal key to wellness or weight ...

Are you overscheduled?

7 warning signs that you’re overscheduled

Does the sight of your planner make you want to sink into the couch with a pint ...

Get the skinny on 5 diet trends

Skim a few magazines, and you can find a hot new food or diet regimen for ...

How to resolve social media conflicts

5 ways to keep your sanity on social media

When you first sign up for social media sites, the experience is exciting and ...

Simple ways to save

Trim the fat: 5 rules for putting your budget on a diet

“When it comes to saving money, going on a financial diet is similar to losing ...

How to volunteer without time or money

5 ways to volunteer with little time or money

So you want to make a difference in the world but think you’re too busy or too ...

Financial aid

5 tips on how to navigate student loans

Many college students apply for student loans, but the application process can ...

College orientation

Orientation Workshop helps new students succeed

You wouldn’t run a marathon without training. It takes preparation, dedication ...

Socializing is as important as studying

5 ways to keep your social life alive when you’re super busy

When you’re busy juggling work, school and raising a family, having a vibrant ...

Olympians’ bodies are different from ours

Olympic lessons: What kids can learn while watching the 30th Summer Games

When the 30th Summer Olympic Games open in London for 12 days on July 27, ...

5 steps to effective time management

5 steps to mastering time management

Sometimes a simple to-do list doesn’t cut it. Juggling multiple deadlines and ...

Webcam spying

5 ways to protect yourself from webcam hackers

Webcams look harmless: You may not even think about that little lens atop your ...

Become your own health care advocate

5 ways to become your own health care advocate

When it comes to your health, speak up. University of Phoenix College of ...

Goby is a top iPhone app

5 apps that make summer more fun

Plenty of apps can help you make the most of the warm summer weather — whether ...

Stay safe in the sun

7 things you need to know about sunscreen

It’s summertime, which means you’ll be spending more time outside in the ...

With support, military spouses can thrive

5 ways military spouses can build a support network

With time apart from your loved one, worry and being stationed around the ...

Reward yourself with ice cream

5 tips for staying focused on schoolwork this summer

It’s 85 degrees, there’s a barbecue sizzling next door and you hear the ice ...

Take inexpensive mass transit for urban summer fun

5 ways to have a fuel-free vacation

With the cost of filling your vehicle's gas tank, the all-American road trip ...

Summer vacation ideas

7 reasons to take a staycation this summer

With the rising prices of fuel and the high cost of travel on our fragile ...

University of Phoenix commencement

5 things to do while you’re in Phoenix for national commencement

Although the main focus of your trip to Phoenix is celebrating your — or a loved ...

5 unique ways to celebrate Father’s Day

If your dad has received one too many ties, coffee mugs or pairs of socks as ...

Higher education is a lifelong pursuit

5 predictions for the future of higher education

In the future, getting a college degree will be even more important than it is ...

Transferring from community college

5 tips on transferring from community college to a four-year program

With the sluggish economy, community colleges nationwide are flooded with ...

Blood drive.

5 worthy ways to support military personnel

No dollar amount can reunite a servicemember with his or her family fast enough. ...

Social media and depression

5 signs that Facebook makes you depressed

Do you have the Facebook® blues? Emerging studies indicate that social media may ...

Budgets require consistent planning

5 easy tips and tools for creating a budget

Good money management requires developing a budget and sticking to it. It might ...

Online students walk to class

How do you walk to an online classroom?

The walk to class has been a comforting on-campus ritual for new students in ...

Blended Families

7 tips for blending families

“The Brady Bunch” made it look relatively easy. As America’s most famous TV ...

Complimentary workshops

Take advantage of these complimentary student workshops

If you’re now returning to school as an adult, you may need a refresher in study ...

Student struggling with homework.

Struggling with math? This online tool could be your shining knight

Thanks to a new support tool, University of Phoenix students can get one-on-one ...

Brainstorming.

7 ways to get the most out of brainstorming

Imagine a team of people slouched around a table, their faces solemn and their ...

Woman looking at computer

7 ways to become a scholarship hunter

Searching for scholarships for college can be a lot like searching for a job. ...

Busy Students.

5 study tips for busy students

If you’re already juggling a job and family, finding time to study might seem ...

computer screens

7 ways to get the support you need as an online student

Being an online student definitely has its perks. You can attend class on your ...

Firefighters preparing.

University of Phoenix provides higher learning for emergency preparedness

First responders, like paramedics and firefighters, are on the front lines ...

Crumpled money.

5 tips to avoid money problems in your relationship

Relationships fall apart for many reasons: infidelity, incompatibility, ...

Taxes

5 tax breaks every student should know about

It's taxing enough to earn a higher-education degree. Luckily, several valuable ...

Woman enjoying healthy sandwich

5 healthy lunch ideas for busy people

Breakfast may be the most important meal of the day, but let’s not forget about ...

Calm the chaos to get more out of your life.

7 ways to de-clutter your life

Your house looks like the aftermath of a hurricane, and your weekly calendar is ...

Social media isn’t for everyone

5 reasons Facebook-haters won’t join the party

“Sorry, I don’t use Facebook®.” In today’s social media age, that statement can ...

Protect your family online

5 things every parent should know about Facebook

With social networking etiquette constantly evolving, and privacy and ...

Beware of possible Facebook pitfalls.

5 pitfalls students should avoid on Facebook

With more than 96 percent of college students utilizing Facebook®, the social ...

Blocking Facebook spam

3 ways to block Facebook® spam and other annoyances

When you're on Facebook, you'll probably encounter certain content that you'd ...

Facebook

How to set up your Facebook privacy settings

Although Facebook® is a great communication tool, you may be concerned about ...

Certificate programs help you stand out.

5 reasons to consider a certificate program

In an environment where employers can pick and choose from many well-qualified ...

It’s the thought that counts: 5 steps to becoming a positive thinker

When life feels overwhelming, most people believe they need to make drastic ...

5 ways to improve your mood

Just like death and taxes, bad moods are inevitable. Because of this, even the ...

The keys to happiness

5 myths of happiness

Everyone wants to be happy. The Declaration of Independence even lists the ...

5 creative ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day

It’s time to think outside the heart-shaped chocolate box. Those red roses, ...

5 steps to conquering procrastination

5 steps to conquering procrastination

The world is full of chronic procrastinators, people who put off undesirable ...

Counseling Skills Centers train future mental health counselors

We all seem to have that one special friend — who won't judge us or spill our ...

5 ways to transform classmates into business partners

Ever brainstorm with a classmate about a business venture? Don’t dismiss that ...

Step-By-Step Math Review helps relieve math anxiety for University of Phoenix students

Have you ever studied rigorously for a math exam, only to go totally blank once ...

Earning college credits through Prior Learning Assessment

For many of us, learning doesn’t just take place in classrooms. We all have ...

How to balance work, school and having a life

For those with full-time jobs who are striving to get a degree, it can ...

5 secrets of a working student mom

The laundry keeps mounting and the floor feels a bit sticky, but that’s OK with ...

5 ways Graduation Teams support students

5 ways Graduation Teams support students

Choosing the right school just got even more important: U.S. graduation rates ...

Our community on Facebook

Year in review 2011: Our community on Facebook

Since 2008, the goal of the University of Phoenix Facebook® page has been to ...

7 ways to stay healthy this holiday season

For all the promises of comfort and joy, the holidays can take a toll on your ...

Top 7 areas of study pursued by military students

Many people probably assume that military personnel pursue criminal justice ...

5 ways to improve communication with online instructors

Talking with your online instructor is a lot like talking with a classroom ...

Stress: Myth or reality?

For the average person, there are too many stressors — school, work, that driver ...

5 habits of highly successful students

There’s no question that being a college student in today’s modern world of ...

Reclaim your life with these time-management apps

You juggle it all: work, school, family, life. Now, technology can help keep you ...

5 best brain foods for study sessions

Wouldn't it be fantastic if you could eat something delicious and magically ...

Why every student’s vote counts on Election Day

The act of juggling work, school and family obligations leaves many students ...

5 must-have Android™ apps for University of Phoenix students

The University of Phoenix mobile app for Android is now available. While ...

In the 21st century, security threats aren’t just local anymore

As the world becomes more interconnected, the security threats facing local and ...

Global citizenship: School of Business prepares students for 21st-century realities

A globally minded student is a prepared student. With the worldwide reach of ...

Preparing teachers to bring technology into their classrooms

There was a time when all the technology needed in a classroom was a ...

College of Nursing incorporates global citizenship as 21st century skill

As part of our ongoing series on 21st century skills, we’re taking a closer ...

Military staff supports military students

All it took was someone being in the right place at the right time — with the ...

Should you listen to music while studying?

Do you have to study for a test? Before cracking open the books, it is important ...

How military service can help you adapt to college

Transitioning into student life as an adult can be exhilarating, challenging and ...

Dr. William Pepicello, University of Phoenix President, helps prepare graduates for the road ahead

It's the season of caps and gowns, pomp and circumstance, and parties. ...

6 tips for a stress-free graduation

Commencement is an important milestone in your life. It’s a time when the ...

Apps and websites to help you be a better student

Studying need not be so traditional anymore. Technology’s rise alleviates the ...

Learning teams multiply the success for all

Learning teams multiply the success for all

When teamwork comes up in a discussion, fans of the concept point to the ...

Yoga and meditation

How yoga and meditation can help improve
your focus

It’s no secret that yoga is a popular form of exercise — yoga classes, ...

5 habits that help you learn

Genetically speaking, you’re structurally settled into the adult body Mother ...

5 must-have iPhone® apps

5 must-have iPhone® apps for University of Phoenix students

University of Phoenix students are known for being some of the busiest and the ...

Does where you study matter?

In today’s fast-paced world, working learners often have to take study time ...

Tech overload: Are your digital toys ruining your focus?

It seems that everyone is always “plugged in” these days — to the Internet ...

Schools accommodating unique learning styles

The importance of ensuring that students are reached by educators in the ...

Developing good study habits

Developing good study habits is crucial for any student pursuing higher ...

Know your learning style: Become a more effective learner

Retaining knowledge at first blush seems a fruitless endeavor for some students. ...

Students get life resources services to help them navigate the challenges of modern life

The stresses associated with being a non-traditional student juggling ...

Identifying and combating stress through the Life Resource Center

Life’s responsibilities may make some people feel as though they are hop ...

Supporting the educational goals of those who support our servicemembers

Supporting the educational goals of those who support our servicemembers

Imagine that your employer is one of the branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. Your ...

Introducing PhoenixConnect: The University of Phoenix academic social network

“If we value the pursuit of knowledge, we must be free to follow wherever that ...

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