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The Library is Adding New Resources for Lewis Students!

May 14th, 2013 | By
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We have more resources for you!  Check out what the library is adding for our students                                                     For more information contact a Reference assistance at (815) 836-5306 . Tweet



Social Learning: Valuable Learning Outside the Classroom

May 14th, 2013 | By
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Interesting Research from ASTD about how learning is happening everywhere! To review visit the ASTD website article here.                   For more information contact Mike Cherry 815-836-5562. Tweet



What do great leaders do?

May 6th, 2013 | By
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Review the Inc. Magazine article on exceptional leadership practices. Pragmatic suggestions. http://www.inc.com/peter-gasca/6-things-exceptional-leaders-do-better.html Tweet



*FREE* Technology Workshops: Evenings & Weekends!

Mar 28th, 2013 | By
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Were you anxious to see what we have to offer for evening and weekend workshop options?  We’re pretty excited about the topics!!  We have a great selection of offerings for the rest of the semester.  The entire schedule (day, evening and weekend options are all available on our Workshop Registration Page).  Here is a sampling
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Student Earns 21 Credits Through Prior Learning Assessment

Mar 11th, 2013 | By
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Do you need general elective credits?  Want to accelerate your degree progress and reduce tuition costs?  Prior Learning Assessment may be the answer. Rebecca Kowall did.  Rebecca will be graduating with a Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management and a minor in Business Administration. She took full advantage of the PLA opportunity, and because of this, she reached her intended goal of graduating in May 2013.  She successfully earned 21 general elective credits, which saved her just over $11,000 in tuition. Here’s what she has to say about Prior Learning Assessment: The decision to enroll in the PLA course was one of the best decisions I have made in my academic pursuits while completing my degree with Lewis University. The PLA taught me how to organize my thoughts and experiences in a way that enabled me to express HOW I have applied my learning at several organizations over the years. Additionally, the
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FREE Blackboard Orientation: Learn how to maneuver in an online course!

Mar 1st, 2013 | By
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                        Join us and learn how to navigate your Blackboard courses!  No need to be worried that you wont be able to adjust to taking classes in an online session.  This step-by-step learning environment will introduce you to the system, as an actual online
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Challenges with technology? Smarthinking and the IMPACT Lab!

Mar 1st, 2013 | By

IMPACT Lab Innovative Multimedia Projects, Assessment and Coaching with Technology The IMPACT  Lab features equipment and software which promote and enrich the learning experience and offer greater options for self-discovery and improvement. The Lab offers opportunities for multimedia project development, and writing and research support in conjunction with the Writing Center. It accommodates the production of work related to critical
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Don’t Forget About SMARTHINKING!

Feb 15th, 2013 | By
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Do you need a learning resource that is available to you on a flexible schedule?  Lewis University is offering you a free online tutoring service that you can access from the comfort and convenience of anywhere you have internet access! Tweet



Super Study Fall 2012!!

Nov 30th, 2012 | By
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Get the help you need!           The following services are available in the Library:  Reference & Research Librarians on site  ITSO technology and computer lab assistance  More than 55 computer workstations throughout the Library and Computer Lab  Group study rooms available  QUIET rooms available  Over
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How Many Hours Do Successful Students Study Each Week?

Oct 31st, 2012 | By
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A recent survey of the members of the Lewis University chapter of Alpha Sigma Lambda asked the question, “How many hours each week is need for study and writing?” As you can see, it is important to set aside a proper amount of time to be successful.  This estimation may very from student to student
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