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Online Civil Engineering Degree Graduate Expands His Knowledge of Water Resources »

After doing some research, Carlos liked what he found, eventually applied for, and was accepted into, the online civil engineering master's degree program, with a focus in water resources. After enrolling, he wasn't disappointed.

Posted May 9, 2012 by Zac McFarlane – Comments

Congratulations Spring 2012 Graduates! »

The month of May comes with warm weather, golf, baseball, allergies, and most importantly a time to recognize our graduates! I wanted to take this time to congratulate you on your accomplishment. We look forward to the world-altering changes that each of you will make as you move forward. We hope your time spent with us has helped you reach your goals – both educational and professional.

Posted May 2, 2012 by Mike Macklin – Comments

Why Systems Engineering? And Why Now? »

The time has never been better to enter the field of Systems Engineering.

Posted April 25, 2012 by Jenny Hannifin – Comments

Grammar Still Matters »

As a college student, you may find grammar to be really, really boring. Nitpicking the English language may numb your mind and lull you to sleep. Go ahead and let out that big yawn. Ahhhh... that feels good. Now, I implore you to keep reading.

Posted April 18, 2012 by Teddy Parker-Renga – Comments

A Comprehensive Guide to What Networking Really Is, Not What You Think It Is »

The Associate Provost here at OnlinePlus, Hunt Lambert, recently gave our blog team an article that he'd read about networking, saying, and I quote, "This is the best guide to networking I've ever read." For those of you who might not know Hunt, he's an extremely accomplished business man, and even teaches a few of our MBA courses – so when he says something like that, you take note.

Posted April 11, 2012 by Amy Jo Miller – Comments

Student Automation Technology Announced »

A major breakthrough in student help technology became available April 1: The SuperStudent Chip (SSC) from SkyNet Technologies.

Posted April 2, 2012 by Al Powell – Comments

Library Resource of the Month: Theses and Dissertations »

Are you curious about theses and dissertations submitted by Colorado State University graduates in your field?

Posted March 28, 2012 by Guest Blogger – Comments

Adult Education Degree Graduate Passionate About Impacting Military Families »

Seeking out an adult education degree that would refine her skills working with adults, but also facing the responsibilities of a single parent, Dominique Rabine eventually found the Adult Education and Training online degree offered by Colorado State University through CSU OnlinePlus. "I was able to, through the program, manage my time and my work better, and I was also able to not have to sacrifice so much with my child to do so," she said.

Posted March 21, 2012 by Zac McFarlane – Comments

Why Online Courses Matter »

When you read the title of this blog, I hope your first reaction was, "Well, DUH!!" Online courses are part of today's world in education; if you didn't run into them in grade school, you're sure to do so in college.

Posted March 13, 2012 by Al Powell – Comments

Instructor Values Relationships in Human Development and Family Studies Degree »

The desire to foster connections among faculty, staff, and students plays a prominent role in the online Human Development and Family Studies degree completion program, said Gena Sandberg, an HDFS instructor and program manager. "Relationships are incredibly important to us," she said. "Meeting students where they are is important."

Posted March 7, 2012 by Teddy Parker-Renga – Comments

A Note on How to Become a Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC) »

One of the degrees that I recruit for is the Master of Music in Music Therapy. This degree has two distinct admission requirements. The first is a Bachelor of Music Therapy. The second is to be a board certified music therapist, or officially stated, a Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC). One of the frequent questions I am asked is, "How do I become a MT-BC?" I wanted to share a note of explanation on this topic.

Posted February 29, 2012 by Mike Macklin – Comments

Taking Undergraduate Courses Prior to Admission »

Are you eager to move forward with your academic goals, but have not yet committed to a specific degree? You might want to consider taking a course or two prior to admission.

Posted February 22, 2012 by Jenny Hannifin – Comments

Writing a Thesis #4: Gathering the Literature »

When starting a review of scholarly literature, a comment from my media theory professor always comes to mind: "I want you to be swimming in it." Of course, once you plunge into the volumes of literature on a topic, it becomes easy to extend the metaphor to "drowning" in it. If you're starting a literature review for your master's thesis, consider this post to be a life preserver.

Posted February 15, 2012 by Teddy Parker-Renga – Comments

2011 Year in Review at CSU »

2011 was a successful year in many ways for Colorado State University, campus-wide. As OnlinePlus students, you are connected to a university that has a lot of amazing things happening.

Posted February 9, 2012 by Zac McFarlane – Comments

Electronic Proctoring – Coming to a CSU OnlinePlus Course Near You »

Testing just got easier for our OnlinePlus students! It's a federal mandate for us to make sure the right student is taking the right test, so we've done a little work on our end to make the process a little better for you. After a couple pilot semesters, electronic proctoring is set to go live by the Fall 2012 semester.

Posted February 7, 2012 by Amy Jo Miller – Comments

Writing a Thesis #3: Utilizing Your Classes »

Use all of your classes and coursework to complete research and build your thesis, right from the start.

Posted February 2, 2012 by Zac McFarlane – Comments

Library Resource of the Month: Research Guides »

Wondering where to start looking for library resources? There is a wealth of subject-specific assistance right at your fingertips from the CSU Libraries' homepage for online and distance students.

Posted January 26, 2012 by Guest Blogger – Comments

Adult Education and Training Master's Degree Student's Experience »

Hi my name is Savannah Greer, and I'm currently enrolled in the adult education and training program at Colorado State University.

Posted January 20, 2012 by Tamara Burns – Comments

Writing a Thesis #2: Selecting an Advisory Committee »

Your advisory committee comprises a group of faculty members who will guide you through your master's program and thesis. These individuals are vital to your success as a graduate student at Colorado State University. Without their approval, you can't finish your thesis, complete the program, or earn your degree - so choose your committee wisely.

Posted January 17, 2012 by Teddy Parker-Renga – Comments

To Credential or Not Credential – Registered Dietitian is the Question »

One of the degrees that I recruit for is the Master of Science in Food Science and Nutrition with a specialization in Dietetics, offered through Colorado State University (CSU) and the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA). One of the admission requirements for this degree is for the applicant to hold the credential of Registered Dietitian (RD). Oftentimes, prospective students are looking for a degree they can earn "en route," but CSU and the Great Plains IDEA degree was developed for practicing RD's who would like to advance their level of practice, retool for new career opportunities, or pursue doctoral study with enhanced knowledge in a specific area of dietetics practice. When a person makes the choice to move into the field of Food Science and Nutrition, most often they come to a fork in the road, one direction leading down the path of a nutritionist and the other a Registered Dietician. What's the difference?

Posted January 12, 2012 by Mike Macklin – Comments

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