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2019, Vol. 1 Proctored exams have increased in numbers along with eCore enrollment growth. Typically, students complete their proctored exams at their home institution's testing center. However, many students test using an online proctoring service. In addition, students may test at other approved locations through the state of Georgia including several technical colleges and Georgia's VECTR Center. Students must take at least one proctored exam in each eCore course in order to be considered for course academic success. USG eCampus' 21 affiliate institutions offer on-site proctored exam services and several operate more than one campus location. The student cost per proctored exam varies between institutions and averages around $25 across all eCore affiliates. Students schedule their exams directly through the learning management system where they can choose an affiliate testing site or other testing options. USG testing sites provide testing windows and time ...

For adults who have made the decision to return to college after many years in the workforce, the possibility of earning college credit for work and life experiences may sound very appealing. Credit for Prior Learning, or CPL, opportunities are an excellent way to save money on tuition and shorten the time it takes to complete your degree.  A central piece of all eMajor degrees is the Credit for Prior Learning piece, and thus, several courses in the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership degrees have been pre-evaluated for CPL opportunities , with clearly outlined checklists and methodologies for requesting such credit. Criminal Justice eMajor partner institutions have also pre-evaluated Georgia's POST training curriculum for applicable CPL credit in the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program.  There are five basic methods that one may use to earn credit for prior learning. Here is a brief overview of ea...

Most of us are already pining for the days of the long holiday break to sleep late, gorge ourselves on sweet treats and cheese balls, and spend hours in front of the television catching up on Netflix.  No doubt, we are in need of rest and relaxation and enjoying time with our families.  It is important to clear your mind of algebraic equations,  sociological theory, or the Georgia Constitution, and fill your head with dancing sugar plums for a while! While rest and relaxation are vitally important to the brain, we want to suggest that during the many days away from school and the computer that you keep yourself motivated so that you can return in January with tenacity and a fresh perspective. Here are a few tips to help you recharge over the break. Keep reading . Finding things you love to read over the break will keep your mind stimulated and your vocabulary sharp. (Please don’t rely o n Facebook and Buzzfeed for ALL of your intellectual perusi...

It's Giving Tuesday! Donations to your local college or university go directly towards programs and scholarships that benefit students and the community. We've collected all of the links to give to your institution of choice below!  Browse around, find something near and dear to your heart, donate and make a difference! Happy Giving! Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Albany State University Atlanta Metropolitan State College College of Coastal Georgia Columbus State University Clayton State University Dalton State College East Georgia State College Fort Valley State University Georgia Gwinnett College Georgia Highlands College Georgia Southern University Georgia Southwestern State University Gordon State College Kennesaw State University Middle Georgia State University Savannah State University South Georgia State College University of North Georgia University of West Georgia Valdosta State University #eCampusGives

2018, Vol. 3 Georgia has approximately 100,000 active duty military service members and 750,000 veterans combining for about 8.5 percent of the total state population. Military students represent an important eCore student population. These students have outpaced overall eCore enrollment growth for the past three fiscal years.  The majority of the 23 eCore partner institutions had military students taking eCore courses in FY 2018. All 26 of the University System of Georgia colleges and universities provide a dedicated space for military-affiliated students and devote resources to the academic success of this population (University System of Georgia Military Affairs, 2018). Military students include active duty personnel, the National Guard, reserves, and veterans. Active duty military students may have access to Tuition Assistance (TA) through their branch of service. These funds generally cover tuition but not book costs. eCore, with its Open Education Resources, prov...

Midterm exams are behind us, a major midterm election just ended, and the holiday season is upon us. Combine all of that with the “Fall Back” time change this week and you’ve got a world-class recipe for stress! This time of year, it’s easy to get overwhelmed; and for those adults who are also taking college classes, it can be hard to stay focused on the end goal. Perhaps that’s why the National Day Calendar has named the first Wednesday in November National Stress Awareness Day —   a day to identify and reduce the stress factors in your life.   Let’s talk about ways to deal with and alleviate some of this stress before it becomes unmanageable:  Break large tasks up into bite-sized pieces and estimate how much time each piece will take. Working backward from your deadline, schedule in each piece of your task.  Take breaks often . Every 45 minutes take a 15-minute break. Do something totally different that relaxes you or invigorates you - take a wa...

Can you start by telling us a little about yourself?   I’ve always worked in higher education— starting during my time as an undergrad student. Professionally, I’ve been in higher ed for 10 years and my roles have been in enrollment management, financial aid, and admissions. Most recently, I was the Assistant Director of Transfer Operations for the University of West Georgia for four and a half years. I am very familiar with many of the processes from both the student and professional side and can help navigate them all.   When I’m not at work, I’m at home spending time with my husband and 3-year-old son. I enjoy decorating and organizing/planning things so if I wasn’t working in higher ed, I’d likely be doing something with real estate, architecture, interior design or event planning. What type of services are available as part of eMajor’s Personalized Enrollment Support ? I’m here to be your eyes and ears in navigating the enrollment process including deciding ...