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What is the WIU Difference?

Education for Working Adults:

WIU offers convenient class schedules, a choice of online or oncampus learning and the support you need to grow. WIU will prepare you to succeed in a way that fits your life.

Supporting Student Success:

At WIU, we understand the special needs of an adult returning to school. When you need personal attention, our advisors and instructors will provide it. With the real-world experience of our faculty and your fellow classmates, you'll gain practical insights that will give you an edge in the workplace.

Choice & Flexibility:

WIU provides options that make getting your degree easier. WIU courses last two months, and meet one night a week. Sessions start every month.

The Live Online Experience

WIU Online focuses on lively interaction that duplicates the classroom experience. You can see and talk with your instructor and classmates, live and online-or watch your recorded class.

Welcoming Military:

WIU honors your service to our country.We offer reduced tuition, advisors who understand your special needs, and a live and recorded online format that makes learning fun and effective.

International Perspective:

With WIU students from all over the world and faculty with international business experience, you'll gain a true understanding of the global economy and the credibility to help you compete at any company, anywhere.

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Starting Over? A Guide to Changing Careers

by: Pat Gray

Fed up with your current job, joining the army of the unemployed due to the economy or just ready to try something new? For some, changing careers means restoring meaning to their job, while for others it is essential for survival in this cutthroat economy. Whether your changing careers out of desirability or necessity, preparation, planning and research are the key ways to ensure your transition into a new career goes smoothly and effectively.

Access

Take a serious look at your abilities, experience,requirements and passions. Make sure you know what you CAN do and what you really WANT to do. Start making lists or keeping a journal, record what you like and dislike about your current job and write down what you see yourself doing in the future. Then compile a unified list of four or five career options.

Research

As you're trimming your list of possible careers, do some serious research. What are the prospects for jobs in the future? What educational and experience levels are required? Are there jobs available in your area or will you need to relocate? What are the salaries? If possible, talk to people who are doing what you want to be doing.

Budget

Especially if your career changes means taking a pay cut, make sure you have sufficient funds to cover all your expenses for at least a year. Don't forget possible career change expenses like new work clothes and supplies as well as educ

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