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As artificial intelligence continues to expand and transform various sectors, what could be more exciting than making AI your profession?
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January 16, 2025
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The game development field is growing quickly, opening up many positions for new graduates. Read here to learn more about Geneva's Game Development program!
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June 27, 2024
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Six alumni from Geneva College's business department, representing a variety of industries, provide advice to aspiring business leaders and entrepreneurs.
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February 15, 2024
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Associate Professor and Department Chair, Susan Layton, reflects on the gift of lament and its relation to her study in Communication Disorders.
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February 15, 2024
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Associate Professor Dr. Joel Ward writes about his philosophy of why the field of design needs communication, and how each are advanced at Geneva College.
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January 30, 2024
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A recent phenomenon within sociotechnology is the overwhelming confidence placed in artificial intelligence (AI). Teachers who are willing to reshape questions, learn contextual positioning, and study prompt engineering to use AI for work and at home, may be more likely to understand the importance of pedagogy in the classroom.
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November 15, 2023
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Communication Media & Rhetoric equips students to navigate this tumultuous landscape by seeking both the good of their neighbors and the glory of Christ.
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October 25, 2023
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Geneva College professor and department chair describes the success evidence-based practice of POGIL, Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning, in the classroom.
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August 22, 2023
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Paul Poteete, PhD, professor at Geneva College and prominent scholar of Cybersecurity, writes on the value of Christian principles in cybersecurity education.
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July 25, 2023
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With a diverse professional landscape, it can be difficult to determine what degree will work best for you. Here are some reasons why you should pursue a business degree!
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July 10, 2023
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What can you do with a Bible degree? While a pastor or missionary are great paths, that is not a Bible major's only option. Read about the variety of career paths you can take with this degree.
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February 22, 2023
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Communication is a major that is misunderstood by many. So, what is a communication major and why is it important?
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October 31, 2022
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What is cool about being an engineer? Well, let’s see. Among other things, you get to have fun designing a world where others can have fun too! How cool is that? There are so many other reasons though why engineering is the best major in the world. Engineering creates and improves all industries. Some of the coolest inventions were once dreams engineers followed and turned into reality using creativity, practicality, and innovation.
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April 20, 2022
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Get the latest from Geneva College Bible Professor and Bible Core Coordinator C. Scott Shidemantle, PhD, who is serving in a Visiting Professor appointment at Jerusalem University College (JUC) in Israel for the spring 2022 semester. Dr. Shidemantle is living and teaching JUC students in Jerusalem in his course, “The Historical Geography of the Gospels.”
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April 19, 2022
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Working as a nurse is a great way to combine your faith with practical skills to help those in need. However, this kind of job can come with a lot of pressure and stress, especially if you're a new nurse. It’s important to find effective ways to stay calm and keep anxiety under control if you want to be able to serve others well. Doing this helps you stay focused on caring for patients and handling other nursing duties. How do nurses stay calm under pressure? The following tips can help you feel more relaxed at work.
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April 12, 2022
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Earning a degree in biblical studies can be the launching point for a number of faith- and service-oriented vocations, as well as a foundational degree for those planning to enroll in seminary or in a graduate school of religion.
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March 7, 2022
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After choosing a career in education, the next important career decision you will need to make is what grade level you would like to teach. This decision is much more impactful than it might seem and first glance, and there are several important considerations you need to take into account before you make your choice. To help you choose the grade level that is best suited for your personality and skillset, let's take a look at five key questions to ask yourself when deciding which grade level you should teach.
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February 23, 2022
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A degree in aviation is something that can really take you places, literally and figuratively. While some aviation careers such as working as an airline pilot are quite well-known, there are plenty of other jobs that an aviation degree makes possible that are less well-known but equally rewarding. To help you decide if earning a degree in aviation is the right choice for your career path, let's take a look at seven "fly" jobs that you can pursue with an aviation degree.
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February 18, 2022
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Are you interested in a major that would enable you to pursue a degree in any one of a number of industries? Are you looking for a major that is in-demand and well worth the investment of your time and money? If so, a communications major could be just right for you. The ability to communicate well with others is an invaluable one, and communications majors are in high demand as companies put a premium on hiring people who can work well with superiors, colleagues, subordinates, partners, existing clients, and potential clients.
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February 16, 2022
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Geneva College's Management program is professional management education that combines coursework and skill attainment in business management and human resource management. Here are five strengths of the program, including its faith and learning integration focus.
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January 27, 2022
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A biological science degree will take you on a journey to study the living world that’s all around and within us. Biology is one of the broadest majors you can choose because it encompasses many scientific disciplines, from the study of the very smallest molecules that make up life to the study of plants and animals.
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January 24, 2022
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As an engineer, you must adopt a career-long commitment to learning. There will always be new products and developments, new problem-solving methods or techniques, and new technologies that benefit career advancement.
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December 29, 2021
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Is allied health a good major? An allied health degree program offers a way to learn the skills you’ll need for a healthcare career. During this type of program, you might take courses such as virology, neuroscience, genomics, and biomedical ethics. You can also expect to work with state-of-the-art equipment in labs as part of your studies.
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December 22, 2021
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As you consider your future career, you may be thinking that you want to find an option that not only pays well but is also fun. What jobs pay well but are fun? The answer depends on your major, but these are some excellent choices.
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December 20, 2021
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If you’ve chosen to major in marketing in college (or you’re considering doing so), you’ve already made a great choice. The marketing industry is growing rapidly, fueled by continued above-average growth in digital marketing careers.
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November 30, 2021
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Are you good at math? Do you enjoy solving complex problems? Does using statistics to predict future trends sound like an appealing job description? If so, earning a degree in actuarial mathematics in order to become an actuary could be right up your alley.
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November 17, 2021
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When you’ve decided to make a difference in your community, a community development degree could be the ideal educational path for you. This type of degree teaches you the skills you’ll be using to help improve your community. You’ll also learn how to go about making these changes or improvements effectively. No matter what changes you have in mind for making your community a better place, a community development degree can help you succeed. With this degree program, you’ll learn what it takes to enhance your community in these ways:
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November 9, 2021
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Job openings in the tech market have skyrocketed. There are nearly 3 million open cybersecurity positions around the globe, and the field is still rapidly growing. Check out a few of the most popular types of positions for graduates with a cybersecurity degree!
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November 1, 2021
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Few careers provide a blend of excitement, personal satisfaction, and lucrative opportunities quite like sports management. This is a wonderfully diverse career path that is bursting with potential. Keep reading to learn what sports management is, why it's such a great field to pursue, and how a targeted degree can prepare you for success after you graduate.
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October 27, 2021
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If you are considering your major options, have you thought about pursuing a degree in education? Geneva College has a wide range of options, from early childhood to secondary education, for your consideration. Is education a good college major? For many students, the answer to this common question is “yes.” There are many distinct perks to majoring in education.
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September 27, 2021
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It’s been a tough couple of years for the nursing profession. Despite the difficulties of the pandemic, being a nurse can still be profoundly rewarding. If you’re on the fence about whether a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) could be right for you, consider these 11 reasons why nursing remains a deeply rewarding profession.
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September 21, 2021
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Majoring in social services can lead to a rewarding career path for students who want to help others. This type of work focuses on providing people with the services they need to live a happier and healthier life. The following are some of the top reasons to consider pursuing this kind of education and career.
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August 25, 2021
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Why do you want to major in criminal justice? It’s a personal decision to want to put yourself at risk for others, but it is one of the most important career paths you could embrace in your lifetime. Take a closer look at a few of the most important reasons why a criminal justice degree may be right for you.
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August 18, 2021
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It is possible that one’s personal vocation is directed beyond the established curriculum of the college. Developing an independent major may seem to be a daunting task, but it is likely to be worth it. Independent majors are developed by the student working with his or her advisor. Here's a quick rundown applicable to Geneva College.
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June 24, 2021
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If you dream of a career in sports, you’ll be happy to know there are many more career options in the sporting industry today than ever before—careers that allow you to work directly with athletes or behind the scenes supporting athletic events. So, what do you major in for a career in sports? What are some jobs that involve sports?
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June 15, 2021
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Pursuing a degree in community development allows you to work on improving your local community. The changes you make can boost your own quality of life, as well as the lives of your loved ones and neighbors. When you study community development, you can expect to gain considerable knowledge and skills that can help you contribute to your community. While you might have some idea of what a community development degree program offers, here are five facts you might not be aware of.
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May 28, 2021
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Chemistry is an exceptionally intriguing field of study, affecting practically every aspect of life on earth in one way or another. Using chemistry, scientists more than met our basic needs for food, shelter, clothing, energy, health and a clean environment—they improved them. Chemical technologies continue to deliver innovative solutions to problems in health, materials and energy usage.
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April 29, 2021
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Communication design is a growing field that is gaining interest in the modern tech-savvy world. Today, companies need people with an eye for art and design who also know how to use that skill to communicate meaning. This is exactly what communication design studies. Should you consider a major in communication design? Is it a good major? As you consider whether or not to pursue a communication design major, take a closer look at career paths available with this degree.
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April 26, 2021
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From two-year surveying course of study to ABET-accredited, nationally ranked program, Geneva engineering is one of Geneva’s vocational education success stories. In this 100th year, Geneva engineering remains an example of academic rigor, collaborative and experiential learning, engagement with industry, and application of Christian principles to a technological, scientific field of study.
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March 3, 2021
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If you’re looking for a career that’s both challenging and rewarding, an actuarial science degree with a focus in mathematics can help get you there. This kind of work involves analyzing and determining financial consequences that come from certain risks, such as investments. However, there are several kinds of career paths available in this field. The following are some of the jobs you can do when you study actuarial mathematics.
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January 29, 2021
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Engineers are special. They have learned how to harness the power of divergent and convergent thinking, giving them the ability to explore creativity and find solutions to problems all at the same time. This is just one of the many skills engineers implement as they master a career they truly enjoy.
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November 20, 2020
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Are you on the hunt for a degree program that prepares you to succeed as a business leader? You could be the perfect candidate for a Bachelor of Science in Management.
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August 28, 2020
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The health care field is bursting with opportunity. If you're eager to make your mark, you'll first need to determine how you'll enter this diverse industry.
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August 24, 2020
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There is a great need for cybersecurity professionals; in fact, the U.S. government currently needs to employ more professionals in this field than are currently available in the marketplace. You may be one of the people willing to create changes in your life by getting an education in theory and techniques of cybersecurity.
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June 12, 2020
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Biology—the study of life—explores a wide range of topics. From the smallest microorganisms to the enormous blue whale, from plant life to insects to animals to humans, biology investigates every aspect of life on this planet. If you love science and the study of living things intrigues you, then a biology degree may be the ideal choice for you.
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February 20, 2020
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Success hinges on thorough training, compassion and an optimistic outlook.
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November 1, 2019
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Every year, many hard-working students are denied entrance into nursing school, and thus, seemingly denied a shot at their dream career. The good news? The dream of positively impacting patients and the greater community doesn't begin and end with nursing school admission.
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September 24, 2019
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Are you think of becoming an actuary or just love math and statistics? Obtaining your degree in Actuarial Mathematics may be the program for you!
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August 27, 2019
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Are you looking for a rewarding career that has a major impact on the lives of many? A career in communications disorders may be what you are looking for.
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August 19, 2019
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Are you interested in Finance, but unsure what career possibilities are available? Here are some career paths you may or may not have considered.
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July 26, 2019
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No matter how you enter the field, you hold great potential to serve Christ as a nurse.
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May 22, 2019
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Whether healthcare, technology or design an engineering degree can aid in the next steps of a rewarding career.
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February 25, 2019
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Why education? While it is a demanding career field, it also comes with a deeply rewarding satisfaction. Geneva's highly respected Department of Education would be happy to equip you with the skills for your career path.
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January 29, 2019
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We believe teaching special needs children is as much a calling as it is an occupation.
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November 15, 2018
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Social engineering is the use of deception to mine confidential information from individuals; attackers exploit human weaknesses to acquire sensitive data. Humans are often the weakest link in plans to secure information, which is why well-qualified cybersecurity professionals are so important.
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September 25, 2018
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There are many avenues you can choose in the marketing field. Which one is best for you?
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August 30, 2018
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The unmanned aerial vehicle industry is growing, which means that careers for drone pilots are also growing. To meet this workforce need, Geneva College offers a dual-degree program in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
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August 24, 2018
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If you are interested in living out your passion as a registered nurse Geneva's unique 1-2-1 may be the perfect program for you.
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July 19, 2018
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Geneva College has launched a stand-alone marketing program—a blend of studies in business, marketing and public relations. Here are five strengths of Geneva’s marketing program and what it has to offer students.
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June 20, 2018
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In today's society, we have repeatedly heard about breaches in security from Target to Facebook. The issues show there is a dire need for those who can promptly respond to these threats and a M.S. in Cybersecurity is the perfect degree to stop these attackers.
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May 31, 2018
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Congratulations, you have decided that you want to pursue a degree in engineering! Did you know Geneva offered several concentrations to aid in your career goals?
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April 30, 2018
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The best way to set yourself up for a fulfilling, professional career in counseling is to enroll in a CACREP-accredited program.
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February 21, 2018
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"Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him." Psalms 127:3
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January 30, 2018
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God has gifted people with talents and abilities that have allowed our world to advance tremendously. We take a day to celebrate the development of aviation and spread awareness of the great need of more talented pilots!
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August 18, 2017
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At Geneva College, the commitment to take care of the earth is seen in our partnership with the Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies. Students earn credit while studying aquatics, wildlife, sustainability, marine biology and environmental health.
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July 19, 2017
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Few academic endeavors match the satisfaction of analyzing a complicated work of literature or writing a perfectly phrased essay. In addition to delivering a personal feeling of accomplishment, these skills also translate to success in the workforce, as indicated by a recent survey from the National Association of Colleges and Employers, which examined the starting salaries of several different college majors.
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December 26, 2016
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From Little League to college athletics, sports have had a huge impact in your life. Your athletic pursuits have taught you the value of perseverance and teamwork -- and kept you in peak physical shape. Now, you're eager to help others achieve athletic glory, all while pursuing an exciting career in sports management.
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June 21, 2016
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If you're looking to combine your interest in aviation with a well-rounded business education, your best bet is Geneva College's Business Aviation program, which provides the business education needed to broaden an otherwise narrow career path. The dual-degree program is run in partnership with the Community College of Beaver County (CCBC), which is home to the nation's top aviation program. Enrolled students emerge with a thorough understanding of aviation technology, as well as a more comprehensive business background that can be used to transition into a variety of rewarding career fields. All this is done with the distinctively Christ-centered perspective that is the bedrock of a of a Geneva education.
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May 24, 2016
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Were you born with a fascination for scientific research coupled with natural technical aptitude? Do you intend to make a powerful difference in the lives of many people by using your God-given gifts to create groundbreaking and life-saving technologies? If you’re nodding your head an enthusiastic “Yes!” – biomedical engineering might be a perfect fit for you.
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February 16, 2016