"We move toward and become like that which we think about. Our present thoughts determine our future."

- Lou Tice

Are you dreaming about a new job? Do you find yourself thinking about what it would be like to work at a certain company? Are you fantasizing about a career where you get to utilize your greatest skills in an environment where people are happy and productive? Do you wish you had a Bachelor's degree to make your dream a reality?

I started my teaching career in Oklahoma in 2003 and have been working in some capacity with early childhood education ever since. I taught pre-K as my very first job in Moore, Oklahoma in 2003. I went on to teach pre-K for four years and then moved up to kindergarten with my last group of pre-K students. Oklahoma is one of the few states that offers universal pre-K, and my experiences there have made me an early childhood educator who believes in early education, especially universal pre-K.

“Social science” is one of those broad terms that everyone has heard, but few people outside of academic circles know exactly what it means. But the broadness of social science is part of what makes it an appealing discipline for students to pursue. A degree in social science imparts a wide range of knowledge that has practical applications in many careers. Let’s take a look at some of the specific benefits of an education in social science.

Spring is here, and the scent of fresh flowers and success (or should we say “tenacity”?) is in the air! As our students continue to move forward through 2021, they remain focused on all the goals they have set for themselves and the work they are putting into achieving them. This month’s UAGC #TenacityMade superstars prove they are doing just that!

It’s not too difficult to understand the appeal of a career in early childhood education. Professionals in this field are shaping the lives of future generations. Early childhood educators often speak about how emotionally rewarding and fulfilling their work can be. Many careers in the field, however, require a college degree, such as the Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education or the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education.

Criminal profiling, also commonly referred to as offender profiling or criminal investigative analysis, is a popular, albeit controversial, topic in the criminal justice world. In short, criminal profilers are law enforcement investigators who “specialize in inductive and deductive reasoning to build a profile of a particular criminal based on characteristics of the crime committed,” according to The Balance Careers (Roufa, 2018).

More than 30 years after its original debut, Dr. Gary Chapman’s "Five Love Languages" remains highly discussed and circulated in academic and interpersonal circles alike -- and for good reason. Dr. Chapman dissects the principles behind communicating love, which remains relevant and useful in many different types of relationships, from family and friends to romantic partners. Readers and psychologists are in agreement that the qualitative research collected from over 30 years of marriage counseling points to useful, practical applications from which we can all benefit.

A treasured, lasting memory for every college student is the day they celebrate the completion of their degree and realize after all the hard work and sacrifice; it was all worth it. To ensure graduates, families, friends, and faculty are able to mark this significant occasion from anywhere in the world, the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) is hosting a virtual commencement to celebrate the fall graduating class on October 26, 2024, at 10 a.m. AZ Local Time.

Going back to college as an older adult can have its challenges, particularly if it's been a while since you entered a classroom setting or found yourself facing a pile of homework. The good news for older students? You won't be alone. In 2021, at least 30,000 students between the ages of 25 and 64 were enrolled in a master’s degree program at the University of Arizona Global Campus.