Kathy Koza on LinkedIn: Changing Lives at Scale: Over 50,000 Degrees Earned by Students in… (2024)

#WGU is celebrating a record-breaking year, with over 50,000 degrees earned by our incredible students! What's even more inspiring? A staggering 67% of these graduates come from underserved populations, including students of color, first-generation college students, and those from rural or low-income backgrounds. This achievement showcases WGU’s commitment to driving economic and social mobility.As WGU President Scott Pulsipher shared, “We are reinvigorating the pathway to opportunity and having an impact at scale. Our student-centric, personalized model is successfully positioning graduates for careers in high-demand fields, enhancing families and communities.”Offering over 80 degree programs across business, education, health, and technology, WGU is among the largest universities in the U.S., focused on accessibility, affordability, and flexibility. We lead the nation in graduating teachers and nursing professionals and have the largest cybersecurity program in the country. 🎓🏆Our graduates are thriving! According to a 2023 Gallup report, WGU alumni experience a $30,000 income boost within four years, pay less for their education, and have significantly lower debt. Plus, 98% of employers say our graduates meet or exceed expectations. 🌟💼With over 340,000 alumni and nearly 176,000 students currently enrolled, WGU continues to expand its impact and reach. Here’s to more lives changed and futures transformed! 🌍🚀#WGU #HigherEducation #StudentSuccess #EconomicMobility #EducationForAll #ImpactAtScalehttps://lnkd.in/gDJtRawG

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🎓 **Unlock Your Potential with WSB University Scholarships!** 🌟Are you ready to take your academic journey to new heights? WSB University, is dedicated to support students every step of the way with a range of scholarship opportunities designed to empower and uplift aspiring scholars like you.🏅 Academic Excellence Scholarship: Striving for excellence in your studies? WSB university recognize and celebrate your dedication! Students who achieve an impressive average grade of 4.4 and above are eligible to apply for Academic Excellence Scholarship. Let your hard work pave the way to success!🏆 Sports Scholarship: Are you a champion both in the classroom and on the field? WSB University values the importance of balance and well-roundedness. If you're actively involved in AZS activities, our Sports Scholarship is here to recognize your dedication to both academics and athletics. Seize the opportunity to shine in every aspect of your university experience!💼 Social Scholarship : WSB university understands that financial barriers should never hinder academic aspirations. That's why the university offers you, Social Scholarship to support students from families facing economic challenges. Your financial circ*mstances shouldn't limit your potential—let us help you overcome obstacles and thrive in your educational journey.♿ Scholarships for Students with Disabilities:Diversity and inclusion are fundamental values at WSB University. We are committed to creating an accessible and supportive learning environment for all. If you have a disability certificate, our tailored scholarships are here to provide the resources and support you need to excel academically and beyond.Don't let anything hold you back from pursuing your dreams. Take advantage of these scholarship opportunities and embark on a transformative educational experience at WSB University!WSB University https://lnkd.in/eD-KUAM6#WSBScholarships #EmpowermentThroughEducation #DreamBig 🎓✨

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The latest data released at the 2023 SHEEO (State Higher Education Executive Officers Association) Conference reported an overall decline of 1.2 million students at four-year institutions over the past three years. To address these declines, students need higher education to be #affordable, #flexible, and #convenient. Interestingly, these were words that WGU alumni used to describe their student experience.Learn more about why WGU alumni thrive at much higher rates than their peers—not just in their careers, but in all aspects of life.#highereducation #publicpolicy

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Thrilled to share that one of my exceptional clients has been nominated for the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship! 🎉 As an education consultant, seeing my clients reach such milestones fills me with pride and reinforces my commitment to helping students achieve their academic dreams. Wishing them the best of luck in this exciting journey ahead! More such exciting news awaits! Feel free to reach out for assistance!#CommonwealthSharedScholarship #EducationConsulting #DreamsComeTrue"

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Last week, thanks to my job, I got to attend KCB Foundation’s Laptop Handover Ceremony to its 2022 University Scholars. I must commend the KCB Foundation for the work that is doing towards sustainable development and alleviation of poverty in this country. I had the benefit of sitting through Michael Murungi's session with the University scholars and I must admit that despite having worked for almost fifteen years, his message deeply resounded with me. Michael Murungi shared with the students that in today’s world, it is not about just having a job, it is about having a mission.That a job just by itself, while it would give financial security, if not aligned with purpose, will not amount to much. He encouraged them to align their future work with their #values and #purpose, the outcome of which will be #meaning, #impact and #personalfulfillment . The concept behind a mission is that one is constantly in a space of reflection, exploration and networking so that they are in a place where one can provide solutions to gaps identified in their realm of influence.We often hear/read of people who have struggled with the meaning of life after a job transition. But with a life mission, while a job may end and undeniably come with a feeling of loss, it is not all lost because one would then begin to slowly tap into one of the other pathways they have developed. A life mission is about optimizing one’s potential and capabilities. I learnt painfully the importance of being purpose-led twelve years into my career. Had I heard what Michael shared just before leaving university, it would have made a whole lot of difference in how I handled my career. This is not to lament. In the words of Maya Angelou, “Do the best you can until you know better. When you know better, you do better.” And that’s my rallying call for today to those of us who are ahead in the career and life journey. Let's#mentor university students and young professionalsby sharing our experiences, lessonsand insights. This waywe can help themnavigate the path to purposeand avoid some of thepitfallswe might have unknowingly stumbled into.

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The 2023Western Governors UniversityAnnual Report launched and we have so much to share ⭐ :*2023 = 169,379 total enrolled students *2023 = 46,895 graduates (352,368 total degrees awarded over time! 🎉 )*43% of grads were first-generation college students We continue to strive for Equity in Access and Equity in AttainmentAn important piece to highlight: WGU grads, on average, have half the debt. ❤️ ($15,557 compared to $29,100 nationally)What We Believe:-We believe in human potential.-We believe in the promise of education.-We believe in our students.-We believe outcomes matter.-We believe that learners are workers.-We believe we can't get there without innovation.-We believe that big problems demand big solutions.Learn more here--WGU Annual Report 2023:https://lnkd.in/gJReFVnh#WGU #annualreport #highered

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The 2023 Western Governors University Annual Report just launched and here are some incredible highlights about our students and university last year: - 46,895 grads; 352,368 all-time- 79% worked while enrolled- Median student age of 33- $22,200 average income increase 2 years after graduation- 26x career return on investment- 43% of grads were first-generation college students- WGU grads have half the debt ($15,557 compared to $29,100 nationally)You can read more in the Annual Report here: https://lnkd.in/gJReFVnh #WGU #HigherEd #wgugrad

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Avoiding unhealthy competition: CBSE and ICSE will no more release topper's list from this year for board exams.🌿 A much-needed educational shift, the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has decided to discontinue merit lists for its Class 10 (ICSE) and Class 12 (ISC) board exams starting this year. This move, aimed at reducing the pressure and unhealthy competition among students, aligns with similar actions taken by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) last year.🌿 CISCE Chief Executive and Secretary Joseph Emmanuel emphasized thatthe decision was madeto foster a healthier educational environment. "We have discontinued issuing merit lists for board exams from this year. The moveis aimedat avoiding unhealthy competition among students," he stated during the announcement of the board results on Monday.🌿 The results for the 2024 examinations revealed a slight increase in the pass percentages for both classes. The pass rate for Class X students is 99.47%, with girls outperforming boys, achieving a 99.65% pass rate compared to 99.29% for boys. Similarly, Class XII saw an overall pass rate of 98.19%, with girls again leading at 98.92% over the boys' 97.46%.🌿 Following the pandemic's disruptions, which led to suspending board exams and the adoption ofalternative evaluation methods, CISCE resumed the merit list practice. However, with the recent decision, the board aims to shift focus from competitive rankings to individual student growth and learning.🌿 The CISCE's decision has sparked discussions among educators and parents regarding the impact of competitive rankings on student well-being and the educational atmosphere. This change is part of a broader trend towards holistic education reform, recognizing students' diverse capabilities and well-being beyond mere academic achievement.🌿 Meanwhile, CBSEis setto announce its Class 10 and 12 results in mid-May. This year's exams saw a record participation of 39 lakh students from 26 countries, underlining the scale and scope of board examinations in shaping educational standards in India.Source: TheTatvaWhat are your views on this? 📃 🇮🇳 Shiva Kumar Aerra#CISCE #BoardExams #EducationReform #MeritList #ICSE #ISC #CBSE #HolisticEducation #StudentWellbeing #AcademicCompetition #BoardExamResults #EducationalTrends #PassRates #IndianEducation University Grants Commission (UGC) University of Hyderabad

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How will this trend influence education, industry, continuous learning and professional development? How can we stay ahead and fill the current and future needs? What will organizations need to know about learning and teaching? What do educators need to know about organizations and industry. Unified efforts will be the most effective and efficient way for us all to adapt. If you are not thinking about innovation and change - you should be. #cte#careerdevelopment #collaborativeleadership #communitybuilding #education #change