Learning how to manage your time and stay organized in graduate school is imperative to your success. Graduate level coursework tends to be very involved, requiring extensive reading and homework. You will be expected to work independently, stay motivated, and monitor your progress on your own. Cramming the night before will not cut it when
Stress can creep up on us in different ways. Students pursuing graduate degrees in health sciences especially have to deal with a lot of stress balancing rigorous classes, work and their personal lives. While stress is a normal part of life, we want to mitigate it where we can so that we keep a healthy
If you’re a student (or have ever been one), you’ve felt nervous before a big exam. A mild case of the nerves can actually be useful, giving you an adrenaline boost that will help you perform at your best. However, if your pre-test stress becomes so extreme that it impedes your performance, you are probably
Time management—how we choose to use and organize our time—is something many of us struggle with. Effective time management allows us to make the most of our day, accomplishing tasks more quickly and prioritizing those that will make the most impact. Different people need different effective time management strategies. If you’re a graduate student, you
Your bachelor’s degree is behind you (maybe far behind you), and you’ve decided to go back to school for your graduate degree. That’s exciting! Are you ready for the journey ahead? Know that, while grad school will certainly have its stressful moments, it will also be a fun, productive, and rewarding chapter of your life—and
The Online Learning Consortium (OLC) has announced that the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) has been selected as a recipient for the 2019 Effective Practice Awards – Effective Practices in Digital Education. USAHS will be recognized at the upcoming OLC Accelerate conference (#OLCAccelerate), in Orlando, Florida, Nov. 19-22. “This year’s award recipients
“What is the purpose of your life?” That was the resounding question asked by the guest speaker at the inaugural Presidential Distinguished Lecture at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Vice Admiral Forrest Faison III, M.D. presented “Global Health and the Role of the U.S. Navy” to students and faculty at the St.
During the week of June 9-15, students, faculty and staff from the Doctor of Education program participated in the program’s first annual Service Week event. Students, faculty and their families across the United States volunteered for service opportunities in support of organizations that give back to their communities. Each participant scheduled a date and time
For professionals working to improve the health of their communities, it is important to study best practices from around the world. One of the ideal places to learn from is Italy, which the World Health Organization ranks as one of the top health care systems. Add that to its desirability as a tourist location and
Do you consider yourself a natural-born leader who thrives in an environment that allows you to educate and prepare others for their future in healthcare? If so, earning your Doctor of Education (EdD) degree at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) might be the right path for you! Because USAHS is dedicated
The new Dallas-Fort Worth campus for the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) has opened its doors, located in the Riverside Commons complex in Irving. Riverside Commons is situated on a 13-acre campus at the southwest corner of Highway 114 and Riverside Drive, adjacent to the Lake Carolyn recreation area. Founded in 1979,
Dr. David Edwards, PT, DPT, OCS, Cert. DN, is a professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Wheeling Jesuit University and a contributing faculty member for the physical therapy department at USAHS. He has advanced knowledge and research practice in orthopedics and sports medicine as well as physical therapy education. Dr. Edwards is