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Shenandoah University student Zoe Star ’24, ’26 recently presented at the 16th Annual International Academy of Physician Associate Educators (IAPAE) Conference in Pretoria, South Africa, as part of the ongoing research she’s conducting as a second-year student in Shenandoah’s physician assistant studies program. Star’s presentation, “The Association Between Time Management and Perceived Success in PA Students With and Without Prior Collegiate Athletic Experience,” took place at the Future Africa Campus at the University of Pretoria, where the IAPAE Annual Conference was held from Oct. 29-31.  The IAPAE Annual Conference brings together physician assistants and PA analogues from all over the…

There is great satisfaction to be found in supporting students through educational services and opportunities. Educational leadership may expand this impact but involves a distinct set of skills, learning theories, and models of educational transformation. Many graduate-level options explore new possibilities in educational leadership. Each option brings something unique to the table, and each may offer the chance to gain a deeper understanding of the educational landscape. The master of education (MEd) could be compelling due to its focus on practical application, revealing fascinating insights that could influence educational professionals’ work with schools, districts, or even government agencies. The MEd…

When Ball State University President Geoffrey S. Mearns invited senior art student Paige Coleman to design his 2025 holiday card, she knew she wanted to honor the University’s history in a way that felt playful and familiar. The front of President Mearns and his wife Jennifer’s holiday card was designed by School of Art student Paige Coleman. Her final illustration places two of Ball State’s best-known landmarks—Shafer Bell Tower and the Frog Baby Fountain—inside a glowing Ball Mason jar snow globe, a nod to the Ball brothers whose glass company and philanthropy helped found the University. “It started with looking…

The LMS As A Scaffold For Clients With ADHD A lot of therapists have all been there. You spend a powerful session co-creating a brilliant plan with your client with ADHD, a new morning routine, a task management system, a mindfulness practice. They leave motivated. Then, next week, they arrive frustrated. “I lost the worksheet,” “I forgot the steps,” or the classic, “I just couldn’t get started.” This isn’t a lack of willingness; it’s a mismatch between our tools and the neurology of the ADHD brain. Executive functions, the cognitive processes that act as our CEO, are often inconsistent. Working…

College application volume through the Common App has risen by nearly 94% since 2020 with over 10 million applications submitted in the 2024-25 cycle. Following this increased competitiveness, more college-bound seniors than ever are taking strategic advantage of the early application rounds, which can be a win-win for both students and colleges. For colleges, with daunting numbers of applications to review, getting a portion of the applications in and read before the New Year helps spread the workload over more months in a constricted schedule. It also helps colleges shape their incoming classes, knowing that a portion of the class…

AI Prompt Examples And Expert Tips AI can be a powerful tool in the right hands. Namely, course creators who know which questions to ask and how to provide clear instructions so that everything is in context. This eBook features carefully crafted AI prompt examples to help you enhance the course creation process. eBook ReleaseAI Prompts For Course Creation Discover a curated collection of AI prompts carefully crafted and tested by an expert course creation team. What Are The Dos And Don’ts Of Prompt Engineering? When it comes to leveraging AI in L&D, it’s all about being specific and clarifying…

The term “Ivy League” often dominates discussions regarding elite undergraduate education in the United States, immediately conjuring images of eight highly selective, historic institutions in the northeast. While these universities are undeniably prestigious, it’s important to recognize that the landscape of world-class academic excellence extends globally. INTRODUCING THE “INTERNATIONAL IVIES” Read on to learn more about the “International Ivies,” our unofficial designation used to describe a select group of highly prestigious universities around the world that are widely regarded as having an academic reputation, selective admissions, and global influence comparable to the Ivy League schools. WHO ARE WE TALKING ABOUT?…

The Power Of GenAI Content Among the most transformative technologies is generative AI (genAI), which is now enabling educators and creators to go from a simple text outline to a fully-fledged online course in minutes. This revolution isn’t just about speed; it’s reshaping the possibilities of learning itself. Traditionally, building an online course required weeks or even months of planning, content creation, and design. But today, digital platforms powered by genAI can automatically generate structured lessons, quizzes, assignments, and multimedia content from a single prompt. Imagine an instructor providing a short text summary of a topic, and within minutes, the…

Early Decision (ED) admissions season is one of the most emotionally charged moments in the college process. A student gets accepted into their dream school—celebration erupts—and then reality hits when the financial aid offer arrives. What many families don’t realize is this: even if you applied Early Decision, you can still appeal your financial aid offer.And in some cases, you absolutely should. In this episode of Ol’ College Try, Matt Carpenter and College Aid Pro expert Peg Keough break down exactly how Early Decision appeals work, what mistakes to avoid, and how families can protect themselves from overpaying—without breaking their…

You are here: Home / Scholarships / Beverly J. Patterson Scholarship 2026 (Deadline: April 30, 2026) December 13, 2025 By The FinancialAidFinder Scholarship Team Who Can Apply: Beverly J. Patterson was a beloved nurse who worked as an RN, which continued to open doors and opportunities for her to grow, share, and care for people. Nursing is an incredibly important and rewarding profession, offering the ability to touch patients’ lives daily and improve their healthcare outcomes. As the nursing shortage grows, it is more important than ever to mobilize young people to pursue the field so hospitals, schools, and practices…