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Exploring Walden University
| Forum Presentation | Date | Q & A |
| Explore Walden University Learn about the various Walden degree options and explore the components of course-based versus research-based programs. Gain a better understanding of the time commitment involved in earning your degree online. Discover ways to finance your education, including loans, fellowships, tuition reimbursement, and payment plans. |
10/14/08 | |
| Explore Financial Aid At Walden University, we understand that funding your education is a significant investment. Many of Walden’s more than 33,000 students receive some type of financial support. Learn about the variety of financial assistance options available to help make your educational goals fit your budget. |
11/24/08 | |
| Walden University Bachelor Degrees Listen to Walden representatives as they discuss and answer questions about the various bachelor degrees offered. Learn a variety of ways to finance your education, including loans, fellowships, tuition reimbursement and payment plans. Gain a better understanding of the time commitment involved in earning your degree through distance learning. |
10/07/08 | |
| Support: The Key to Success In this Walden Forum, learn how Walden University fulfills its commitment to your success through extensive student support services. Hear student success stories, as well as ways to open communication with your family, friends, and co-workers to gain their valuable support while returning to school. |
11/20/08 |
Education
| Forum Presentation | Date | Q & A |
| Is a Doctorate Right for You? This forum is designed for professionals who want to explore new career opportunities in the community college field, as well as those already in this exciting area who would like to grow beyond their current roles. Dr. Terry O'Banion, author and faculty member of Walden’s Ph.D. in Education program with a specialization in Community College Leadership and Walden alumnus Dr. Laura Weidner of Anne Arundel Community College, will discuss community college leadership and Walden's degree programs for community college professionals. |
07/14/09 | |
| Georgia Forum As part of our long-standing commitment to support the educational needs of Georgia teachers, Walden University is holding this forum to share information about our graduate degree programs for educators and new education offerings, including teacher preparation, B.S. in Child Development, and special education endorsement programs. |
03/18/08 | |
| Georgia Memo Call As part of our long-standing commitment to support the educational needs of Georgia teachers, Walden University is holding this forum to ensure that you have the most-accurate information regarding our graduate degree programs, which are recognized in the state of Georgia for the purposes of certification renewals, upgrades, and pay increases. |
03/10/08 | |
| Wireless and Well Prepared: The E-mergence of Technology in the Classroom On Nov. 5, 2007, Walden University co-presented an exclusive Newsweek Executive Forum, “Wireless and Well Prepared: The E-mergence of Technology in the Classroom,” at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. |
11/05/07 | |
| The Walden Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Education: How to Make the Decision Are you considering your options for a K–12-focused doctoral degree? This Walden Forum can help you understand what to consider when choosing between the Ed.D. and Ph.D. programs. You will gain insight into the goals of each program and how each can assist you in your career goals. |
07/20/06 | Q & A |
Health
| Forum Presentation | Date | Q & A |
| Exploring Career Opportunities in Public Health Why should I consider a career in public health? Discover what career opportunities are available in the public health arena. Also, learn how Walden’s public health programs can prepare you to reach your personal and professional goals. |
10/25/06 | Q & A |
| Public Health Issues: Avian Flu Is avian influenza (bird flu) an imminent threat? Who should get the first flu vaccine if a worldwide outbreak occurs? In this Walden Forum, definitions for avian flu and the word “pandemic” are given. The concerns surrounding avian flu are explored as the presenters delve into the history, world migration, and current statistics of the spread of the virus. Finally, the nation’s pandemic guidelines and current state of preparedness is evaluated in this forum. |
06/27/06 |
Management
| Forum Presentation | Date | Q & A |
| Open House: Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences Learn how the Ph.D. program at Walden University is uniquely designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. Led by Al Endres, Ph.D., program director for the Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences program, you will also gain a better understanding of the time commitment involved in earning your degree online. |
02/25/09 | |
| Open House: M.S. in Leadership Learn how the M.S. in Leadership program is uniquely designed to help you develop a comprehensive approach to leadership across any functional area. Discover how you can acquire the tools and best practices to create innovative solutions to organizational challenges. Led by Dr. Rebecca Sidler Krysiak, director of the M.S. in Leadership program, and Dr. William Schulz, faculty member in the School of Management, you will also gain a better understanding of the time commitment involved in earning your degree online. |
02/24/09 | |
| Faculty Forum: Leadership Learn how organizations can create real value and perform well over long periods of time in this insightful discussion led by Walden faculty member Dr. William Schulz. Dr. Schulz explores how to develop and reward organizational leaders. He discusses what kind of people we should look for to lead our organizations to new levels of success. |
02/17/09 | |
| Faculty Forum: Sustainability Hear from Walden School of Management faculty members Dr. David Gould and Dr. James Stewart as they discuss the principles of sustainability, along with the benefits, opportunities, and unintended consequences of “green” solutions. |
02/03/09 | |
| Master of Business Administration Learn from Walden's School of Management faculty and an enrollment advisor how the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) program at Walden University is uniquely designed so that you may gain the skills and strategies you need to lead a diverse and complex organization. Additionally, you will hear how Walden University is able to address your concerns related to financing a degree and balancing your work and life obligations. |
06/04/08 | |
| How To Survive and Thrive In Uncertain Times Listen to a discussion lead by Associate Dean, Dr. Wanda Gravett with fellow Walden faculty members and noted business experts Dr. Robert Castaneda and Dr. Yvonne Thompson, in a lively discussion that addresses your pressing questions and concerns surrounding the current global economic situation. |
10/21/08 |
Nursing
| Forum Presentation | Date | Q & A |
| Nursing Education Are you considering what direction to take your Nursing career? This Walden Nursing Forum can help you understand what to consider when choosing specializations in an advance nursing degree program. You will gain insight into the goals of the Education specialization and how a nurse educator role can impact the nursing shortage and propel you in your career goals. |
12/11/08 | |
| Nursing Informatics What is Nursing Informatics? Learn how this specialization is positively impacting healthcare delivery and financial outcomes for healthcare organizations. Examine the importance of exploring this specialization in preparation for diverse experiences as a nurse leader. Review requirements and courses for the nursing informatics specialization at the Walden M.S. degree program in Nursing. |
08/07/08 | |
| Preparing Nurse Leaders - Case Study How can a RN make the successful transition to a nurse leader? Learn how a case study completed by student nurses positively impacted patient delivery and financial outcomes. Examine the importance of developing key skills in preparation for diverse experiences as a nurse leader. Review requirements and courses for the leadership and management specialization at the Walden M.S. program in Nursing. |
05/07/08 | |
| Tackling the Practicum Components of the Walden Nursing Program What is the practicum component, and why is it important for an advanced degree in nursing? Learn how your employer can help you complete the practicum. Review requirements and procedures for the field experience component of the Walden M.S. program in Nursing. |
10/19/06 |
Psychology
| Forum Presentation | Date | Q & A |
| Tackling the Face-to-Face Components of an Online Psychology Program What is the Academic Year in Residence, and why is it important for a career in psychology? Follow along as the presenters review the face-to-face residency requirements and benefits of the Ph.D. in Psychology program and the fieldwork experience it offers. |
09/13/06 | Q & A |
| Psychology Careers What career options are available upon completion of an advanced psychology degree? Review what skills, interests, and values are important to consider in choosing a particular field of interest. Discover the benefits a Walden degree can give you in achieving your goals. |
05/18/06 | Q & A |
Public Policy and Administration
| Forum Presentation | Date | Q & A |
| Preparing for Disasters and Terrorism Events Presented by Dr. David Milen, Ph.D. this presentation is designed for emergency management professionals interested in learning more about how the challenges of natural and man-made disasters affect leaders and community stakeholders, the implications of disaster planning and preparedness, as well as a review of a real-life scenario that will examine the information you need to respond. |
8/26/09 | |
| Explore the M.S. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership and the Master of Public Administration Hear from Walden's School of Public Policy and Administration faculty and an enrollment advisor how: • Walden’s new M.S. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership is designed so that you may gain the management and organizational skills you need to lead complex nonprofit organizations and earn your degree in 18 months. • The revised curriculum and new specializations in the Master of Public Administration allows you to prepare to advance your career to meet the increasing need for public sector professionals and earn your degree in less than 2 years. |
7/15/09 | |
| The Web of Life and Cultural Competency: We’re All Connected The School of Public Policy and Administration embraces the “web of life” concept brought to life by Chief Seattle who taught that “all things are connected.” This presentation explores universal forms of public service and will include a discussion in which we will (re-)discover that even the most humble life forms may offer invaluable lessons. |
5/13/09 | |
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Weathering the Storm: Flexibility in Budgeting and Finance |
02/26/09 | |
| Explore the Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration Learn from Walden's School of Public Policy and Administration faculty and an enrollment advisor how the Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration program at Walden University is uniquely designed so that you may gain the knowledge and experience you need to translate public policies into effective programs. Additionally, you will hear how Walden University is able to address your concerns related to financing a degree and balancing your work and life obligations. |
05/21/08 |
School of Counseling and Social Science
| Forum Presentation | Date | Q & A |
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Explore the M.S. in Mental Health Counseling
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5/20/09 |
