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Prep for Next Semester Without Opening a Single Book

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Even after you click submit on that last final of the semester, you’re still a University of Louisiana at Lafayette online student. So why not spend some of the time between semesters improving your student skillset?

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6 Reasons to Consider Going Back to School

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Going back to school to complete a bachelor’s or pursue a graduate degree can be intimidating. But the reward can be great.

If you’re considering taking the leap, online programs can offer the flexibility to weave coursework into your busy lifestyle.

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Time Management Strategies to Thrive Online

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Update: As of December 2019, Jami Rush is Dr. Jami Rush upon completion of the Doctorate in Educational Leadership program. Congratulations, Dr. Rush! 

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4 Key Reasons to Take Online Courses This Semester

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Managing school, home, work, and trying to maintain some semblance of a social life is a decathlon-level feat for which there is no training. But there are ways to relieve some of the pressure.

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Make the Most of Your Advising Session

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Advising can be the key to not only preventing your education from flying off the rails, but graduating as soon as possible. Make sure you’re making the most of advising with these preparations.

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Online Students: Take Advantage of These Resources

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Being a University of Louisiana at Lafayette Ragin’ Cajun comes with countless benefits, whether you’re on campus or 100-percent online. As a UL Lafayette student, you'll have all the tools you need to make the most of your time with the University and achieve your goals upon graduation.

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Everything You Need to Know About Proctored Exams

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 Studying for exams is critically important, but preparation is also the key to having a smooth process in taking a proctored exam at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

But what is a proctor anyway, and why is this type of exam necessary?

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Careful: Costly Moodle Quiz Mistakes to Avoid

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Online instructors may choose a number of ways to test your knowledge and progress as you move through an online course. You may encounter exams requiring a proctor, quizzes in lecture videos, essays, or Moodle quizzes, to name a few.

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