Every successful employee has certain qualities that align with his or her job. Medical assistant is no different. If you’re looking into the profession, there are some basic things you need to know about the work and how your skills, personality traits and demeanor mesh with your duties as a medical assistant. Here, we’ll look at five qualities that make for a great medical assistant, from your training and knowledge to the finer points of the field. 1. Knowing Your Stuff Whether you feel you need a diploma or an associate degree, you will need some postsecondary education before you go into medical assisting, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. While the work is varied and takes on many forms, there are several technical duties assigned to medical assistants that require specific training. They include: Collecting lab specimens Preparing patients for examination Drawing blood Explaining treatments Monitoring vital signs Giving injections Recording medical history Having a solid grasp of these assignments, which vary by practice, is key to being a great medical assistant. You can also look into becoming a certified medical assistant or registered medical assistant, both of which require you to pass an exam. When you’re dealing with patient health, you need to know your stuff. 2. Detail Orientation Whether you’re filling out insurance forms or explaining a doctor’s instructions to a patient, many of the tasks of a medical assistant require an eye for detail. Depending on where you work, you may have many different assignments and responsibilities that demand organization and precision. Being detail oriented will help you stay on top of things and maintain a well-run office. You will work closely with physicians and often relay their treatment plans or medical procedures. By having a strong grasp of the details, you will make yourself a more valuable employee, work more efficiently and provide excellent patient care. 3. Caring Attitude Nobody really enjoys having to see the doctor. And as a medical assistant, you need to have a positive, caring attitude. On the front lines of patient care, medical assistants must be empathetic, understanding and calming. Patients come with problems—they’re stressed, in pain or worried about their condition. It’s up to the medical assistant, often the first person someone sees at the doctor’s office, to be compassionate and reassuring. See what having a good attitude has done for medical assistant student Rochelle Riles. Having a good bedside manner can help patients feel more at ease and better prepared for anything that lies ahead. A caring attitude also extends to explanations of treatments or medication—making people understand in simple terms how they need to address their situation. Interpersonal communication skills are a major plus. 4. Administrative Skills Being a medical assistant often means you will be doing more than simply helping physicians care for patients. Keeping patient records, setting appointments, coding insurance forms and other clerical work all come under the purview of medical assistants, according to the American Association of Medical Assistants. This fits with the detail message we discussed earlier. Managing office tasks—handling orders, arranging billing and bookkeeping—is sometimes part of the daily routine. The administrative part of the job also requires you to have adequate knowledge of how to use a computer and the ability to keep patient information confidential. 5. Flexibility Many healthcare facilities are open 24/7, so your workweek as a medical assistant won’t always be 9-5. You should be prepared to occasionally work odd hours and fill in for others during weekend or overnight shifts. Flexibility also means having the ability to handle the many different kinds of patients you’ll see every day—each has his or her own maladies, personality and treatment plan. You need to apply your skills differently depending on the situation. And, as we covered above, there are many facets to the profession, so you need to be well versed in all of them to consider yourself a great medical assistant. Conclusion Like any career, the medical assistant profession takes many skills and talents to be great. Helping people as part of your job is one of the many perks. And the field is growing quickly, with a 20 percent increase in the number of positions projected through 2022, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. We hope this list has given you some tips on how to be a successful medical assistant. Have a tip for us? Leave it in the comment section below. The post 5 Qualities of a Great Medical Assistant appeared first on Globe University Blog.

Written by Globe University-Online librarians Elaine Settergren and Ally Addison Librarian Elaine Settergren celebrating National Library Week Explore unlimited possibilities at your library this National Library Week. When your research papers are assigned this quarter, you can use these five hacks to write and research smarter. Start with an APA Citation template. All the formatting will be in the right place for you so you can concentrate on the content. Try out the Research Project Calculator to keep yourself on task as you go through the writing process. Before research frustrates you: ask a librarian for advice. A librarian can help point you in the direction of high-quality resources to save you time. When you find an article that you like in a library database, look for a "cite" button. The database will create an APA citation for you! Choose 2-3 aspects of your writing to improve upon and ask the tutors at Smarthinking to comment on those when you submit your draft. Be sure to stop by the Online Library’s Fun Stuff page to see more ways to celebrate National Library Week. We’ll be posting student, staff and faculty READ posters all week. You can also take part in the National Library Week celebration online by using the #LibraryMade hashtag on social media. If your campus library or public library helped you ace a test, produce a video, create a healthy meal, sew a hat, find a job, or grow your small business, you can share it for a chance to win a $100 gift certificate! There are more details available on the #LibraryMade page. The post 5 Hacks for Research Papers to Celebrate National Library Week appeared first on Globe University Blog.

We used to think tweeting was for the birds. These days, tweeting has become synonymous with Twitter, one of the world’s most popular forms of social media. In 140-character snippets, we can find a variety of relevant content on any given topic. The people we follow on Twitter can expose us to a wealth of information we would not have seen otherwise. It’s bite-sized, fast-paced, and businesses who use it are soaring above their competition. So whether you’re on the job hunt or just need career advice, here are ten career experts to follow on Twitter, including quick snapshots of their most recent tweets. 1.  CAREEREALSIM CAREEREALISM has strived since 2009 to be a trusted resource for quality career advice. The contributors to the online career magazine are carefully vetted and approved of to make sure their content is cutting-edge and relevant for all those seeking career advice. All the time invested into planning and preparing becomes obsolete with these #interview mistakes. http://t.co/rKsBG3jN7L #jobsearch — CAREEREALISM (@CAREEREALISM) April 15, 2015   2.  Lolly Daskal Lolly Daskal is a leadership coach, consultant, motivational speaker and author. She is the founder of Lead from Within, a leadership firm that provides customizable programs for organizational development. Why Do We Have To Make Others Wrong To Be Right? @LollyDaskal http://t.co/dM22AyPG5n #leadership pic.twitter.com/NdD9c3F7gq — Lolly Daskal (@LollyDaskal) April 15, 2015   3.  Glassdoor Glassdoor is a growing online career community where employers and employees alike share information about their careers, including CEO approval ratings, salary reports, interview tips, photos and more. Want a big paycheck? Think tech, consulting & legal. See America’s Highest Paying Companies report http://t.co/pQPE86eQLx — Glassdoor (@Glassdoor) April 10, 2015   4.  CareerBliss CareerBliss strives to help people find happiness in their careers. Offering a hub of information for everyone in the workforce, they even use a "Bliss-Score" system to rank the desirability of jobs. Bosses Reveal Best Ways to Get #Promoted. http://t.co/3Cdu6q1VU1 #careeradvice #choosehappy pic.twitter.com/hdAdPIHok1 — CareerBliss (@CareerBliss) April 13, 2015   5.  Business Insider: Careers Business Insider: Careers offers readers of the popular news publication a place to go for the latest career advice. 7 key lessons from Bill Gates’ favorite business book — via @page19mag http://t.co/veOSFv0VZZ — BI Careers (@BI_Careers) April 15, 2015   6.  TheLadders TheLadders is a free, mobile-to-mobile career community that helps match jobs to career-driven professionals. More than 70,000 recruiters use the platform to find qualified candidates. How to negotiate a raise or a promotion at your first job: http://t.co/OtPgaOhGCq #ask4more #EqualPayDay — TheLadders (@TheLadders) April 15, 2015   7.  Job-Hunt Job-Hunt is dedicated to people who are currently out of work. It provides comprehensive listings of employer recruiting page links and the most up-to-date career advice from experts. A major player! Get recruiter attention using your #LinkedIn Profile by @jobhuntercoach http://t.co/Ush5PRfD5w — Susan P. Joyce (@JobHuntOrg) April 15, 2015   8.  Monster Monster has expanded from its roots of "job board" to global online employment solution for both recruiters and job seekers. What does it feel like to #FindBetter? Listen to these four stories to find out: http://t.co/FgD2JUp4dJ pic.twitter.com/yVV8jabGGU — Monster (@Monster) April 14, 2015   9.  UndercoverRecruiter UndercoverRecruiter is one of the top five recruitment and career blogs in the world. Based in the UK, it has a community of over 150,000 members and provides information on topics from career management to resume writing and everything in between. NEW POST: How to Source Top Talent on LinkedIn [INFOGRAPHIC] http://t.co/ypRBGuB11k #NewUR — Undercover Recruiter (@UndercoverRec) April 15, 2015   10.  CareerArc CareerArc is a small company making a big impact. Used by more than one hundred members of the Fortune 1000, they focus their efforts on helping human resource professionals improve their recruitment and outplacement efforts. Join us in 10mins for a live webinar: How to Gain Executive Buy-In for #SocialRecruiting in Your Organization http://t.co/UixS75L5TS #tmjedu — CareerArc (@CareerArc) April 8, 2015 The post 10 Career Experts to Follow on Twitter appeared first on Globe University Blog.

If you’re on the fence about whether you should pursue a career as a veterinary technician, we’re here to help you make an informed decision. There are plenty of reasons to become a vet tech, and we can probably start with the most basic: you love animals. While that’s generally a primary motivator for those who want to get into the profession, there are others to consider, as well. Below, we’ll discuss five reasons to become a vet tech, from your passion for animal health to the ins and outs of the daily routine. 1. You Get to Work with Animals We’ll start with the clear reason many people choose to become vet techs—they enjoy working with animals. You’ll have the chance to help animals recover or live fuller lives, bond with pets during their time in the office and teach owners how to better take care of them. As a vet tech, you may be working with more than everyday pets such as cats and dogs. Depending on where they’re located, clinics have different clientele—rural areas might see more horses and farm animals than run-of-the-mill pets. Also, remember that you might have to care for animals that aren’t so cute or cuddly. (Snakes are pets, too.) 2. It’s a Growing Field One thing about vet techs: they have plenty of career options. The field is expected to grow 30 percent through 2022, much faster than average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Specialization among veterinarians, along with demand for more skilled work, will drive the increase, the BLS reports. Many businesses and organizations hire vet techs, including: Private clinics Animal hospitals Shelters Research laboratories Zoos The pet industry as a whole is also growing—Americans are spending more and more on their beloved animals. The figure was estimated at $60 billion in 2014, according to CBS, up from more than $55 billion the year before. And there seems to be more concern about the welfare of pets than ever before, according to a detailed post from Wired. The article notes a study that showed people display more emotional distress over bad things happening to pets than humans. Ultimately, these factors make for ideal conditions for vet techs seeking employment. 3. You Help People Help Their Pets If you take even a few minutes to check out vet tech blogs, you’ll find one common theme: they enjoy helping owners learn how to care for their pets. It’s a big part of the job. Vet techs advise owners about everything from medication to grooming and nutrition, as well as comfort people who are upset about the condition of their pets. As a vet tech, you have extensive knowledge and experience to share with owners. Spreading that knowledge is among the most rewarding parts of the job for vet tech student Samantha Engel, who is already working in an animal hospital as she earns her degree. 4. You Can Get Qualified Quickly Another benefit of becoming a vet tech is that you don’t have to go to school for four years to qualify for an entry-level position. Those in the industry typically have an associate degree, which you can obtain in as few as two years at some colleges. Look for programs with hands-on learning, experienced instructors, and clinic and lab settings that give you a sense of what lies ahead in your career. Also, make sure your college’s program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Each state has its own set of rules for being a credentialed vet tech, so you may have to pass an exam along with your formal training. Before you enroll, check with school officials to find out what you need to do to get into the profession. 5. You’ll Learn Something New Each Day In addition to caring for different kinds of pets, your day-to-day work as a vet tech will be varied. Some days might be filled with the direct care of animals: Collecting biological samples Assisting surgery Dental cleanings Administering anesthesia Taking X-rays At other times, your duties could include: Answering owners’ questions Filling prescriptions Collecting patient records Maintaining inventory The type of work you do as a vet tech will vary by where you’re employed, and your schedule could be outside the typical 9-5, as some clinics are open 24 hours a day. Conclusion You probably have your own reasons for wanting to become a vet tech. It’s a career that can be emotionally demanding at times—caring for sick or injured animals, helping owners cope with the loss of a pet, and dealing with the rigors of always seeing animals in need of help. But in the end, you’re working with animals and helping them lead better lives. Isn’t that what it’s all about? The post 5 Reasons to Become a Vet Tech appeared first on Globe University Blog.

 By Angie Norbeck, Business Management Program Chair Local author, speaker, musician and graduate program instructor Dr. Frank Plachecki "inspires through his energy and passion on global current events and personal life stories," shares Sumalatha ChittorVenkatesh, graduate student at Globe University-Minneapolis. Dr. Plachecki, an instructor at Globe University-Minneapolis since 2013, utilizes his degrees in business education and marketing, along with his passion for life and music, as tools in the classroom. Dr. Plachecki says his "preference for teaching in the graduate program is due to the serious nature of the students who are applying their education to local information technology, healthcare, finance and manufacturing organizations." Dr. Plachecki travels extensively and believes that music is a universal connection among individuals. Growing up he was award winning musician, winning many state organ competitions, and he continues his love of music by playing with a local band. It is always great to see Dr. Plachecki on campus, sharing his passion with his students. The post Globe U Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Frank Plachecki appeared first on Globe University Blog.

Students trimming a dog’s nails Students in the veterinary technology program at Globe University-Woodbury volunteered at Boutwells Landing, a senior living community, for the second quarter in a row to help the residents groom their pets for their applied learning project of the quarter. "This was a perfect hands-on project for our students to practice skills learned in the classroom," said Beth Gerdes, veterinary technology instructor. The students performed a variety of services to the animals at the senior living community, including nail trims, ear cleaning, bathing and general grooming, which they learned in their Introduction to Veterinary Technology class. Students cleaning a dog’s ears "The students were excited to work with patients and use the skills they have started to learn so early in their educational experience," said Gerdes. "They were overjoyed by the responses from the clients and being able to communicate with them and see their overall satisfaction." What is Applied Learning? Each quarter, students in every program are required to complete applied learning projects in order to utilize skills learned in the classroom. As a career college, Globe University believes applied learning is one of the best ways to equip students for the job market. Applied learning focuses on preparing students for the workforce by taking the skills learned in the classroom and using them in real-world settings. Why Vet Tech? Work with live animals Learn from instructors with industry experience Receive preparation for the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) Practice your skills during hands-on classroom exercises Learn to help animals The post Globe U Vet Tech Students Gain Skills While Giving Back appeared first on Globe University Blog.

At Globe University and Minnesota School of Business (MSB), our mission statement is this: We Care. Though relatively simple, those two words are decidedly powerful. We care about our employees, our students and the communities we serve. We take great pride in giving back to our communities in a variety of ways, from service and applied learning projects to hosting community events to volunteering with local nonprofits. Another way we give back to our communities and while simultaneously demonstrating "We Care" is by holding blood drives on our campuses. Throughout the year, our Globe University and MSB campuses partner with many organizations to provide a site for people to donate blood. Some of these involve "blood mobiles" parking in our lots while others set up shop within a room on our campus. Blood donation partnering organizations include: Local chapters of American Red Cross Memorial Blood Centers Blood Center of Wisconsin Upcoming blood drives on our campuses include: MSB-Richfield: May 6 MSB-Blaine: May 19 Did you know? Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. More than 41,000 blood donations are needed every day. A total of 30 million blood components are transfused each year in the U.S. The average red blood cell transfusion is approximately 3 pints. The blood type most often requested by hospitals is Type O. The blood used in an emergency is already on the shelves before the event occurs. Sickle cell disease affects more than 70,000 people in the U.S. About 1,000 babies are born with the disease each year. Sickle cell patients can require frequent blood transfusions throughout their lives. More than 1.6 million people were diagnosed with cancer last year. Many of them will need blood, sometimes daily, during their chemotherapy treatment. A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 pints of blood Source: American Red Cross Facts about the donation process from American Red Cross: Donating blood is a safe process. A sterile needle is used only once for each donor and then discarded. Blood donation is a simple four-step process: registration, medical history and mini-physical, donation and refreshments. Every blood donor is given a mini-physical, checking the donor’s temperature, blood pressure, pulse and hemoglobin to ensure it is safe for the donor to give blood. The actual blood donation typically takes less than 10-12 minutes. The entire process, from the time you arrive to the time you leave, takes about an hour and 15 min. The average adult has about 10 pints of blood in his body. Roughly 1 pint is given during a donation. A healthy donor may donate red blood cells every 56 days, or double red cells every 112 days. A healthy donor may donate platelets as few as 7 days apart, but a maximum of 24 times a year. All donated blood is tested for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis and other infectious diseases before it can be released to hospitals. Information you give to the American Red Cross during the donation process is confidential. It may not be released without your permission except as directed by law. The reasons for donating blood are numerous and the process is likely easier than you think. By helping those in need, we strengthen our ties to our community and beyond. If you have another idea on how we can show "We Care" in our communities, let us know. The post Save Lives, Donate Blood appeared first on Globe University Blog.

April 14, 2015, was equal pay day. It represents how much longer a woman has to work to earn as much as a man did in 2014. The statistic is that women earn 78 cents for each dollar that a man earns and has to work more than 15 months to earn the same amount that a man does in 12. This doesn’t tell us the whole story. It is based on comparing the median incomes of full-time employed men and women in 2014, across all jobs. Women generally have lower paying jobs than men do - there are significantly more male CEOs, CFOs, surgeons etc., than female. Women tend to go into lower paying positions than men do. The question is - why do women tend to choose lower paying jobs? It is not because women aren’t as ambitious or hard-working as men. It is because women have to make different choices than men do. As we have discussed before, women generally take on the majority of family responsibilities. Many of us were encouraged from a young age to focus on home rather than aiming for leadership positions. Hopefully now the tide is changing and girls are being praised for the same behaviors as boys rather than being labeled "bossy". As adults, more women are making career choices based on what is best for their family where more men are making choices based on what is best for their career. I know, I made that choice and it has affected my career and earnings. And I would make the same choices all over again. But the point is that women have to make a choice between career and family because there are not enough better options. If there were more flexible work options and maternity/family leave policies, women would have more choices. And there are companies that offer these options and they are seeing lower turnover and increased employee loyalty. The gender pay gap Comparing the median wages of men and women leaves a lot of important information out. There is a difference in the types of jobs that women and men tend to go into and this causes part of the difference. But there is also a gender pay gap in careers where men and women are doing the same job. This gender pay gap varies depending on industry and job title. The smallest gap exists in lower paying jobs in which women are a larger percentage of the work force, such as health care technicians, office clerks and social workers. The wage gap is less than 10 cents per dollar for these jobs. Some of the largest pay gaps exist in higher paying occupations that are traditionally male-dominated, such as financial services, chief executives and supervisors. The wage gap in these jobs is 30 cents plus. Why is there a larger gender wage gap in higher paying positions? Part of the issue is that women rarely negotiate their salaries. Men are much more likely to negotiate their salaries, ask for more money than women do and get it more often. Even for the first job out of college, men tend to negotiate for a higher starting salary. The wage gap is narrower right out of college, but that small difference in starting salary becomes a wider gap over time. Men ask for promotions and raises more often than women do and have a higher rate of getting both. So the answer is, in part, that women need to be better at negotiating and self promotion. But another issue women face is those who do speak up and ask for a raise or a promotion are less liked at work and may get fewer opportunities or more negative reviews because of it. It seems like a no-win situation. Men are rewarded for self-promotion and women are overlooked when they don’t speak up and penalized when they do. Education, training and coaching can help women negotiate and promote themselves better in the workplace. It can also help those in leadership positions examine policies and behaviors to improve support for women in business. The gender pay gap is more than a number or a date. It reflects on our society and culture and closing that gap will require all of us to look at how we react to women and girls and why we make the choices we do. The innovation we see in technology and business needs to carry over into the way we structure our careers and support girls and women.  Sources: http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/fact-checker/wp/2015/04/02/the-equal-pay-day-factoid-that-women-make-78-cents-for-every-dollar-earned-by-men/ http://www.inc.com/suzanne-lucas/5-ways-smart-people-are-solving-income-inequality.html?cid=sf01001 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/emily-baxter/how-the-gender-wage-gap-differs-by-occupation_b_7066158.html http://www.fastcompany.com/3044613/strong-female-lead/today-is-equal-pay-day-how-can-we-finally-close-the-gender-wage-gap The post What Equal Pay Day Tells Us appeared first on Globe University Blog.

Is getting your master of business administration (MBA) worth it?  This primary question about your higher education spawns several other queries you need to answer before you enroll in an MBA program. An MBA is often referenced as a great way to get ahead in your profession. It can open the doors to advancement and careers you might not otherwise be qualified for. But is it right for you? Let’s examine the reasons people often seek a post-graduate degree, the industries for which it makes the most sense, and how you can approach getting your MBA. Why Get an MBA? Often, the main reason people consider pursuing an MBA is to become more of an expert in their current profession. It’s also a signal to employers who are looking to hire people with advanced degrees. Many schools offer several types of MBA programs based on the field—finance, marketing, public administration, etc. Those who want to become entrepreneurs also may benefit from earning an MBA. The higher-level coursework is generally aimed at the managerial and theoretical aspects of a particular industry: Strategic thinking Professional management Team leadership Crafting a business plan Quantitative analysis In addition to the skills you’ll develop in your MBA program, there are also the obvious financial considerations. As of April 2015, the average salary for those with a bachelor’s degree is about $65,000, compared to $95,000 for people with an MBA, according to figures from Indeed. The return on investment from an MBA remains robust, Paul Danos, dean of Dartmouth College’s Tuck School of Business, told Fortune. "I know of no other educational experience that can match the total value proposition of a two-year, full-time MBA," he said. "It is a transformative experience that enables an engineer to become a financier, a high school teacher to become a marketing executive, or an auditor to become a mergers and acquisition specialist for a top corporation. And the options available to graduates keep expanding globally and the monetary return remains strong." That international facet was important for Aravind Arasavilli, who has put his education to work in his native country. Industries and MBAs The decision on whether you should pursue your MBA depends somewhat on your industry focus and where you see your future career. An advanced degree in journalism, for example, may not benefit you financially as much as an MBA in finance or marketing. If you’re looking for a detailed breakdown of median salaries and how an MBA impacts earnings, Monster has a good collection of careers and how industries stack up for workers who have earned their MBAs. You should also note that about 65 percent of MBA graduates switched fields after obtaining their degree; many go back to school looking to make a career change, according to Bloomberg. As for the most popular fields that MBA grads want to go into, the numbers haven’t varied much in recent years, according to MBA Focus. Its top seven are: Finance Consulting Consumer products Technology Energy/utilities Healthcare Entertainment Before opting to enroll in an MBA program, do some research about your industry—or the one you want to move into. If you can, set up informational interviews with higher-ups in the profession and try to determine if getting an MBA makes sense in your field of interest. How Do I Get My MBA? If you’re ready to jump into a post-graduate degree program, there are a few steps you need to go through. The first is picking an accredited school that has the emphasis you want. Some universities even allow you to build your own MBA program. Your location, current work situation and timeline will all weigh into your decision. Maybe you need the ability to take MBA classes online, favor smaller classes or are worry about the admissions criteria. Check with your school’s representatives to go over your options. While it typically takes two years to earn your degree, some universities offer accelerated MBA programs that allow you to complete your schooling in as few as 18 months. Flexibility can be a big factor for people seeking an MBA, as many are already working full time. Conclusion Is getting an MBA worth it? Graduates say yes. Nearly 95 percent of people with MBAs highly value their degree, according a website focusing on the business school experience, and almost 80 percent say their expectations for the return on investment on their degree were met or exceeded. Whether you’re an international student or an executive looking to climb the corporate ladder, an MBA can help you advance your career, earn more money, develop a stronger business network and develop the skills it takes to succeed. The post Is Getting an MBA Worth It? appeared first on Globe University Blog.

Globe University-Sioux Falls is proud to announce our March Student of the Month recipient Caroline Chase, massage therapy student. Massage therapy student Caroline Jorgensen Caroline will be graduating this fall with an associate degree in massage therapy. During her time at Globe University, she has been recognized in a variety of ways as a very positive and upbeat student. Her energy and enthusiasm for learning and life are palpable, and she is truly an asset to our campus. "Caroline deserves this nomination. She continues to bring assistance and positive energy on campus. She makes everyone smile and feel comfortable. She truly enjoys campus life and assisting students and staff and making someone’s day," said Tracey Nester, administrative assistant. "She has overcome a lot of things in her life, gets great grades, and is an encouragement to everyone around her.  She is super nice to teachers and staff and goes out of her way to help other students.  I have seen her tutor students on her own time. In one of my classes, she saw a student sitting by herself and said, ‘We can’t have you sitting alone. You are part of this class like the rest of us.’ She is involved with Globe, her academics, her classmates, her teachers, and shows her appreciation in all these areas," said math instructor Carol Ann LeRoi. Caroline had this to say about her time here at Globe: "I am going to Globe University for massage therapy and will be graduating in September. I decided to go into massage therapy because I have a passion for helping people. I hope to work at a spa or in a medical setting after graduating. The advice that I have for students here at Globe is to not separate yourself by programs. I have made many friends in the vet tech program, probably because of my love for cats. Good luck to everybody this quarter. Remember happiness depends upon ourselves!" The post Globe Student of the Month: Caroline Chase, Massage Therapy appeared first on Globe University Blog.

Globe University-Online is proud to announce Brandon Ryans as the new program chair for the health care management program. Health Care Management Program Chair Brandon Ryans Born and raised in Greenwood, South Carolina, Ryans attended the University of Central Florida where he received his bachelor of science in health care administration. He holds a Master’s of Health Care Administration from A.T. Still University. Following his bachelor’s degree and while attaining his masters, Ryans gained his early experience at United Healthcare where he was an operations coordinator. During his tenure, he was a key member of the clinical program development team whose goals aimed at supporting short and long-term operational/strategic business through analyzing, reviewing, forecasting and treading complex data. Between attaining his masters and beginning his doctoral degree, Ryans did what he most enjoyed doing — traveling. As a flight attendant, both domestic and international, Ryans traveled to over 20 countries in a small span of a year and half. Most recently, Ryans served as the senior PPO analyst at Genex Services, Inc., where he is charged with developing service enhancements, training and development, and implementing strategies for enhancement of corporate development. Ryans obtained his doctoral degree from A.T. Still University in health education. He has a passion for the elderly and education. This was displayed through his dissertation where he designed and completed a randomized two-group study examining Medicare preventive services knowledge and readiness to obtain services. Ryans currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia, where he is involved in a number of charitable organizations and tutors underprivileged children. He has two Yorkshire Terriers, Khloe and Karter, and in his spare time, Ryans enjoys traveling, reading, performing arts and spending time with family. Ryans is eager to join the faculty and staff at Globe University. He is excited about being able to add to the existing knowledge at Globe University and being a valuable resource to the students and all levels of staff. Ryans looks forward to providing a superior education experience while upholding Globe’s mission, "We Care." The post Globe Faculty Spotlight: Brandon Ryans, Health Care Management appeared first on Globe University Blog.

"What a school thinks about its library is a measure of what it feels about education." ~ Harold Howe Maria Petrowski and Katie Heisler facing their first challenge in National Library Week 4th Annual Titanic Survivor Games Recently, libraries all over the United States celebrated National Library Week. National Library Week is an annual observance that celebrates the contributions of libraries and library workers and promotes the use of the resources of the nation’s libraries. At Globe University-Wausau, the library offers many resources for our students, staff and faculty. These resources were highlighted in the 4th Annual Titanic Survivor Games with activities throughout the week. For those who were willing to brave them, the 4th Annual Titanic Survivor Games kicked off with a "puzzling" challenge. Challenges continued throughout the week, and included a variety of activities, some of which incorporated the iPad®, apps and library resources. Teams raced neck and neck all week, entering into the final challenge with all teams separated by less than ten points. Team Charlie’s Angels, however, claimed a very narrow victory in the final challenge, the artifact excavation. "I loved National Library Week," said Raisha Zimmerman, member of team Charlie’s Angels, of the experience. "I loved all the activities and friendly competition. I also loved the prize of the Starbucks gift card because everyone needs coffee." Taylor Lahr and Raisha Zimmerman display their National Library Week 4th Annual Titanic Survivor Games prizes "I would definitely participate again," said team member Taylor Lahr. "National Library Week was awesome. The challenges were great, the competition was friendly but still competitive, and the prizes … who doesn’t want to win Starbucks gift cards? Nora knows the way into the hearts of struggling college students." Administrative Assistant Deborah Feldbruegge, member of Team BABs, observed, "It’s fun to see students walking around campus with their iPads, taking pictures, looking for treasures, or scratching their heads because they can’t figure it out. National Library Week is a wonderful way for students to get involved in school and it also raises awareness for the library itself and all the different services it offers students." Jayne Bloomer won a fabulous cash prize and cookies in a random drawing National Library Week culminated in the closing ceremonies reception featuring the awards presentation, cookies and soft drinks. All students who participated in the 4th Annual Titanic Survivor Games will receive fully-punched Dare to Get Involved cards. The winning team received "trophies," two fully-punched Dare to Get Involved cards, Starbucks gift certificates and a "brand new car." Jayne Bloomer, veterinary technology student, won a "fabulous cash prize" in a random drawing, along with a box of Girl Scout cookies. As National Library Week reminds us, we are all lucky when libraries are well staffed and well supported. The ready access to resources and information allows all of us to win. The post Globe University-Wausau Celebrates National Library Week appeared first on Globe University Blog.

Jacque Lee presenting her SWOT Analysis. Globe University-Woodbury graduate, Jacque Lee recently returned to campus to take some refresher courses in marketing to apply toward her current position as the Chief Executive Manager at Silva Screenprinting & Dist., LLC. In her current role she is responsible for brand image, brand experience and brand promise. As her final project in her marketing class she presented a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) Analysis of Silva Screenprinting. A SWOT Analysis is a business technique used to understand a company’s strengths and weaknesses in order to identify the opportunities and threats a company may face. "Implementing a SWOT analysis was the best strategy to add to an effective marketing strategy," said Lee. She continued by explaining how she was able to uncover opportunities that she can use to our advantage, and by understanding the weaknesses, she was able to proactively manage and ideally eliminate threats in the future. "Jacque understands the needs of her customers," said Jake Dunn, a marketing executive and recent customer. "I’ve been more than impressed with responsiveness and suggestions from Jacque and look forward to working with her on many more projects in the future." Lee concluded by stating that her current role is a direct result of her education at Globe. She looks forward to furthering her education with us. What are Refresher Courses? Any graduate of Globe University & Minnesota School of business may return to audit any previously completed course. A graduate who wishes to exercise this option should contact the dean of education at the campus. The graduate will be assigned to a class for auditing, tuition free, on a space available bases. The student may attend the course for only the cost of books, fees and/or supplies. More Alumni Opportunities: Globe University offers a number of opportunities for alumni to stay connected with the college and share their knowledge with current students. We encourage our graduates to: Be a guest speaker in the classroom Join a Program Advisory Committee Apply to be an adjunct faculty member Let us know if your company is hiring   The post Graduate Returns to Apply Marketing Class to Current Career appeared first on Globe University Blog.

Below are a few concepts of a touch screen interface layout that were created for hospitals in Cincinnati, Ohio. They will be used on machines in local hospitals beginning in 2009. These are the final concepts that were sent for client approval. We cannot show the full quality final version because of user privacy.              

Sadly, it is time for reality to sink back into our lives and to start thinking about our jobs.  I know it doesn’t sound as appealing as it should, but hey if we could extend the holiday we would have already. lol   We decided to join the elves and build some things for ourselves this holiday season.   While sugar plum fairies were dancing in your heads we were writing scripts and busting out tracks in the studio for our 2009 radio ad campaign!   So why work over the holiday? Why not just sit around and be merry and sing?   Well we want to experience a great 2009 by hitting the ground running on making sure people know who we are and why we rock at what we do!   So make sure you turn the radio up on your way to and from work this year as you might hear these ads on your local radio station!   Check out the MP3’s below to hear our ads.   2009 Audio Ad 1   2009 Audio Ad 2   2009 Audio Ad 3

We mentioned a few weeks ago that we can work with even the smallest amounts of land. This week we started a project that is on the "Main Grid" in Second Life, on probably one of the smallest pieces of land we have worked with. Our creative team has taken this area and come up with a building that is visual appealing, functional and the best use of the space. This building is complete with a foyer area, large room and an office/meeting room. One of the fortunate things of having a small area with one building is this creates a quick turn around time, so our team will have this project complete by the end of the week. Below is a snapshot taken after a day’s worth of work, more pictures will come once complete!

  Today is a historic day for our country as we swear in Barack Obama as our President. With the arrival of change comes with fear and with excitement, but we know as a nation we will come together as one to help bring the USA back on it’s feet. It has only been 40 years since the segregation of people in our country, and within those 40 years we have evolved in many ways. We hope today is the date in which we are all able to pull together and understand that without each other we cannot survive. We hope just as everyone else in this country that Barack is a dedicated leader which will bring you and our families prosperity and hope for at least the next four years. Congrats Barack and we look forward to seeing your changes help the little guys like us.

We have added new images to our portfolio of our latest customized Second Life island. This island was completed for Camden County College in New Jersey with a futuristic/organic look and feel, and is complete with a large outdoor amphitheater, lecture hall, information building, student collaboration building, and a museum for showcasing students’ artwork. The island also features a large "sandbox" which creates an open space for students to be able to begin development of models and other materials in-world. The client hopes to use the island in the future for hosting classes and lectures, holding seminars, collaborative work between other universities and recruiting future students. Images of this project can be found at: http://www.designingdigitally.com/portfolio/index.php?imgdir=Second%20Life%20-%20Camden%20County%20College You can also view images from some of our other Second Life projects at: http://www.designingdigitally.com/secondlife.html Below is a quick video to show you a bit of the island:

We are very happy to announce that our latest Second Life island that we have been telling you about is now open to the public! You can now view Cybertec Campus through your own eyes (well I guess it’s really your avatars eyes). Come visit this beautiful online campus! Click here to visit in-world Click here to view portfolio images

As you may or may not know Andrew has been taking time each week to assist the Sycamore High School students in a class project. It started off as Andrew going to the high school (a local school in the area) and teaching two senior students the fundamentals of Second Life building and programming. Then with a good grasp of the material, the right resources and Andrews expert knowledge and assistance, the students were able to start the project right away. The students started developing a project together, pictured here:     They developed a functional science lab. Users walk up to the table and selected a specimen slide. They then click the specimen through the different chemicals clicking the bottle to add the proper amounts and chemicals need to complete the study. At the end the slide is inserted into the microscope for a closer look at what was created. The project was a complete success and we are proud of both of them for building a virtual science lab as their senior graduation project. The Miami Valley Career Technology Center has started a similar program to teach students about the possibilities in Second Life. More info on that next week!

As we reported last week Miami Valley CTC has started a Second Life class that will run through the remaining school year. The class with be taught by Andrew in collaboration with Melissa Seifman from Miami Valley CTC. Students will learn programming, building, modeling, texturing, and terraforming. Towards the end of the class the students will be broken off into teams and asked to develop a project for themselves with only minor assistance from Andrew and Melissa (similar to the students at Sycamore High School). We hope to use this experience to help newcomers learn more about Second Life and enjoy their time in this wonderful virtual world.

We are pleased to announce the completion of Barnert Companies new logo. Below are the concepts that were provided to the client: And the winner is… We look forward to helping Barnert Companies utilize their new logo to further enhance their image through several design mediums. If you are ready to create your new image, contact us today!

Another project added to the portfolio! We have finished a small project in Second Life for a single building on a the "Mainland." As reported before, the building has a large foyer area that connects two large rooms, one for presentations and one to be used as an office. Knowing all the possibilities of Second Life, Informa wanted a place to conduct small meetings within their company and with potential clients. Informa plans to use this building for exactly that, while also creating a virtual presence for the company. Click here to view the portfolio images!

Designing Digitally, Inc. is pleased to announce that ThinkBalm has chosen Designing Digitally’s Second Life island as the host location of their Un-Lecture #3 to be held on Friday, February 27, 2009 from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST. We are proud and honored to be able to do so and encourage everyone to come visit! This event will be free of charge to any and all visitors so mark it down in your calendars and save the link below to get to our island on Feb. 27th! Click here for a link to our island.