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Cyber Security Graduate Jennifer Milburn Amplifies Leadership Role

Meet Jennifer Milburn, a CCU alumna and a woman who has succeeded in STEM and military leadership. In 2021, Jennifer graduated with a Master of Science in Cyber Security from the College of Adult and Graduate Studies. Today, she uses her degree to amplify her leadership roles in the military and within her church community. Jennifer led her family as the oldest of four children while her single mother worked multiple jobs. Leadership was a...

11 Habits of Effective Online Students

Becoming a highly effective student starts by examining the current habits of successful online students. What are they doing, and how are they doing it? While there are many benefits to online learning, there are also some challenges that come with it. It’s essential to understand and, more importantly, accept what challenges you may face when taking online courses instead of having the traditional classroom experience. Here are...

The Tree Cutting Committee

By Shaina Thompson Morning snow falls heavily, and the once green pastures outside our old farmhouse lie barren and cold under a vast sheet of white. The chill slips through the single-paned windows in ill-fitted wooden frames. Two extra pairs of cold feet climb into my bed and beneath my comforter while we three sisters wait for our mom to kindle a new fire in the wood stove. “How many days till Santa comes, Hailey?”...

Developing Leaders with a Biblical Worldview

Colorado Christian University utilizes Christ-centered higher education, transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. That sounds very nice, but what does it mean? Even though the percentage of Americans who identify as Christians or "believers" has dropped dramatically over the last fifty years, more than 60 percent of people in the United States identify as Christian, according to a Pew Research Center study. That same...

How Online Learning Prepares Students for Remote Work

A study by IWG found that 70% of people globally work remotely at least one day a week. Since the pandemic, this trending topic of “working remotely” has turned into the new normal, and people are wondering if this new normal will continue 10 years from now and beyond. Many companies and businesses have shut down their offices completely to take advantage of this opportunity to lower expenditures and take advantage...

The Promise

There once was a bookstore owner whose wife decked his shop identically every Christmas. She placed three pole lanterns just inside the door, and everyone who entered paused to gaze at their extraordinary glow. Regular customers understood the meaning of the lanterns, but tourists often merely said, “How charming,” or “How quaint.” The wooden floor creaked, and books towered so high one needed a ladder...

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Degree vs. Experience: Benefits of Getting a College Degree

Have you ever felt stuck in your professional life? What you’ve been doing, or where you’ve been working isn’t as fulfilling as it used to be? Of course, you have. Nearly everyone has probably felt that way at one time or another, but how do they make a change? By returning to school and earning your college degree, you can give yourself the tools to forge a new path and pursue your passion. When you go to...

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How to Land Your Dream Job After Graduation: 4 Simple Steps

It is essential to keep in mind that while finding your "dream job" may take hard work, it is not impossible. In some cases, if you start working on what you want to do in the industry you are looking into before you graduate, you are likely to land a job within your field after graduation. Four simple but essential steps to take when landing your dream job 1. Internships It may seem old-fashioned, but internships still exist and are still...

What Makes a Good Christian Business Leader? 8 Principles to Live By

Christian leaders are held to a high standard of moral, social, and ethical behavior. Whether you like it or not, every move you make as a Christian is watched and criticized in the business world. Christian business leaders are called to be missionaries and should conduct themselves with grace and poise. Principles That Christian Leaders Should Live By Have you ever found yourself wondering how you can be a Christian in this expeditious...

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How to Choose the Best Online College for You

When looking for an online college that best fits your values and your hopes for higher education, there are some things to consider before you say “yes to the college.” Does the online college teach with the same values I believe in? When you imagine the college you want to go to, what do you think of first? Do you think of the school that your mom or dad went to? Do you think of a high-quality school that’s...

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How to Stay Motivated Working Remote While Taking Classes Online

Working from home and going to school at home haven’t been part of the same sentence until recently. Nowadays many have joined the two together and created a work and study space in their house where they are sitting in the same spot for many hours at a time. This can take a toll on your mindset and your body. It is important to stay productive in taking care of yourself and adapting to a normal healthy lifestyle. Staying...

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7 Advantages of Taking College Classes Online

Going back to school doesn't have to be hard. Of course, it is going to present its own challenges, which is necessary for you to learn and grow; however, taking classes online can help eliminate some of the superfluous challenges that have presented some from going back to school in the past. At Colorado Christian University, you can choose between more than 100 program options that can be completed 100% online. Flexible: There is still...

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Short Story Winner

The Golden Locket By Hope Constance Ash and dust-coated my throat. Another settlement was reduced to rubble. I never get used to it. The dilapidated buildings clung to life, many refusing to collapse. "Corporal!" Commander Tombs shouted. "Round up any survivors!" I adjusted my helmet and readied my weapon as I set out. The eerie stillness clawed at me, as if the very earth questioned the loss of life in this village. I made my way through...

How to Determine Your Calling

With the rise in popularity of personality tests such as the enneagram or Meyers Briggs, many of us are constantly searching to have a better idea of who we are and who we can become. We only get one chance at this life, so we may as well make the most of it. Finding Your Calling The answer starts with the right questions. What are your gifts? What are you called to do? How can you take those gifts and identify your calling and make the...

Computer Information Technology Emphasis: Which Should You Pick?

At CCU, you have many options when it comes to earning your Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Technology. With many emphasis options to choose from, you might be wondering which one will work best for the specialty you want to pursue. It might be hard to determine which emphasis option will work best for the specialty you want to pursue. IT professionals are in high demand as the world continues to rely more and more on technology,...

Degree vs. Certificate Programs: What's the Difference?

The importance of higher education is at an all-time high in the job market today, increasing the number of job opportunities compared to someone with only a high school diploma. A traditional college degree is a path most students pursue, but certificate programs are becoming increasingly popular and may be a better option depending on your needs and lifestyle. A certificate program differs from a college degree program but each can prepare...

Is an Associate Degree Worth It?

An associate degree can be your ticket to a fulfilling career or a stepping stone to a bachelor's degree program and beyond. But will this degree help you stand out among your peers? Is an associate degree really worth it? Yes, we think so! Here's why. Four Reasons Why An Associate Degree Is Worth It Complete your degree in less time. The time commitment of an associate degree is around two years. The brevity of this two-year degree allows...

The Benefits of Locked In Tuition

When you decide to go back to school, you have to plan for a lot of unknowns: "Which degree program am I going to pursue?" "How will I pay for college?" "Will my tuition increase every year?" For full-time and part-time students, The reliability of locked-in tuition gives you peace of mind and one less thing to worry about. It means you will pay the same tuition price from your first class to your last class. Students who attend universities...

Do I Really Need a Graduate Degree?

In a competitive job market, companies are looking to hire people with adequate education and experience. As the market shifts from an experience-focused emphasis to a more heavily education-focused emphasis, you might need to consider going back to school for a graduate degree. You might have questions like, "Is a graduate degree really worth it?" "Won't my experience help me?" "A bachelor's degree isn't enough?" "What is the real value of a...

What You Should Know About Student Loans vs Grants

Finding options to pay for school can be daunting, especially when trying to decide which option is best for you. We want to help make it easier for you by eliminating any confusion regarding loans and grants. Both are great options to pay for school but have different requirements that are important to consider. What is a student loan? A loan is money you borrow and must pay back with interest. You can receive a loan from the federal...

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