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Online University Highlight of the Week

Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) was officially founded in February of 1966. EKU's home campus is located in Richmond, Kentucky. EKU is a regional, coeducational, public institution of higher education offering general and liberal arts programs, pre-professional and professional training in education and various other fields at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Eastern Kentucky University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Below is a list of programs delivered online by EKU:

• B.S. in Correctional/Juvenile Justice Studies *
• B.S. in Fire & Safety Engineering Technology — Fire Protection Administration
• B.S. in Fire & Safety Engineering Technology — Fire Protection Administration *
• M.S. in Safety, Security & Emergency Management — Fire & Emergency Services
• M.S. in Safety, Security & Emergency Management — Homeland Security
• M.S. in Safety, Security & Emergency Management — Multidisciplinary Track
• M.S. in Safety, Security & Emergency Management — Occupational Safety
• M.S. in Correctional/Juvenile Justice Studies
• Professional Certificate in Correctional Interventions
• Youth Services Certificate
• Certificate in Fire & Emergency Services
• Certificate in Fire & Safety Engineering Technology
• Certificate in Homeland Security
• Certificate in Occupational Safety
• Graduate Level Certificate in Correctional or Juvenile Justice Leadership

* Denotes degree completion program

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Distance Learning Vocabulary

There's so much to know about online degrees. Is there a way I can become familiarized with the vocabulary?

Do you know the difference between the terms "distance learning" and distance education? How about "synchronous," "asynchronous," and "self-paced"?

Sometimes enrollment materials require some deciphering; there's a lot to comprehend. Equip yourself with a working knowledge of the vocabulary and you will be able to understand the academic world better. Our distance learning glossary can help you practice DL (distance learning) terminology.

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Online Student Interview: Dave

"I didn't want to take out a student loan and found I could afford one class a semester without too big of an impact on my family budget."

Dave works in law enforcement, but first and foremost, he is a husband, father, and provider. When considering his professional and academic needs, he had to consider his family's needs first. Typically, everyone in the family benefits when a parent earns a degree.

"I wanted to show my … kids that dad reads too, and the importance of time management."

Read about the experience of this 45-year-old husband, father, and online student.

Are you thinking about going back to school? Waiting to start your first class? No matter where you are in your journey, you may appreciate our Guide to Online Education. It contains helpful answers to some important questions about the (often confusing!) world of distance learning and online education.

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