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GRADUATION SPECIAL
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Utah State University recently held its commencement ceremonies. The graduates are from USU’s statewide campuses, as well as USU Online, earning degrees and certificates during the summer 2021, fall 2021 and spring 2022 semesters. Included in them were Caitlyn Collins of Glendale and Caleb Price and Megan Updike of Peoria. Collins graduated with an Associate of Science in general studies from USU Eastern. Price earned
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BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF athryn Waycaster of Peoria was named to the president’s list at Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina. A freshman, Waycaster is studying biochemistry and molecular biology. She’s among more than 620 Bob Jones University students named to the list. The president’s list recognizes students who earn a 3.75 or higher grade-point average for the semester. Bob Jones University offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in religion, education, fine arts and communication, arts and science, health professions and business.
a Bachelor of Science in physics from Utah State University, while Updike received a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from Utah State University. Seven Central College Students attended Chicago’s Latino Film Festival and Mexican Art Museum. Keaton Rodgers, class of 2023 from Peoria, participated in this multicultural weekend in Chicago. Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, four-year liberal arts college. Peoria’s Jordyn Upton was among
5 tips to ace college entry exams
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BY FAMILY FEATURES ecause most colleges and universities require applicants to submit ACT or SAT results as part of admissions consideration, prepping for the test itself can be a critical component of that process. While it can oftentimes be hard to deal with the anxiety that comes with a rigorous test meant to show your mastery of certain subjects and concepts, such as reading and mathematics, consider these test prep tips to help boost your score while simultaneously lowering stress.
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Register early
To allow yourself as much flexibility as possible, taking college entrance exams during your junior year of high school is encouraged. If you don’t get an ideal score, you can refine your approach and retake the exam with a better idea of what to expect.
Take a practice test
Any test prep plan should start with a practice SAT or ACT exam. Taking practice tests under realistic conditions can help you gain a better understanding of the content of the test, improve
winners in Kennesaw State University’s Symposium of Student Scholars held on campus in Kennesaw, Georgia. A total of 668 student researchers presented 438 projects across a variety of disciplines. “This is the greatest number of students we’ve had participate in the symposium,” said Amy Buddie, director of undergraduate research and professor of psychology. “We are so proud of all the research our undergraduate and graduate students presented.”
among approximately 25,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10% of seniors and 7.5% of juniors are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the top 10% of the number of candidates for graduate degrees may also qualify, as do faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction.
Central College student Leah Gilbertson secured an internship at Crossroads of Pella in Pella, Iowa. Gilbertson is from Peoria and in the Central Class of 2024. Central College is a private, four-year liberal arts college. Central is known for its academic rigor and leadership formation and for cultivating diversity of thought and culture through the arts and sciences, professional fields of study, and experiential learning.
Glendale’s Tyler Graham and Peoria’s Carmen Montes Quinones were named to the dean’s list at Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina. The dean’s list recognizes students who earn 3.0 to 3.74 grade-point average during the semester. Graham is a junior Biblical counseling major, while Quinones is a senior studying criminal justice. BJU offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in religion, education, fine arts and communication, arts and science, health professions and business.
NAU’s Adriana MacDonald was inducted into the the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. The Peoria resident is your time management and help combat test anxiety. You can use your practice test as a baseline to set goals and focus the rest of your prep on areas you would like to improve before the real thing.
Sign up for a prep course
If you find studying on your own difficult or not as successful as you’d hoped, a prep course can put you through the paces and hold you accountable. Complete with homework and in-class practice, prep classes can range from small groups to larger classes taught by test experts. Some school districts even offer after-school programs dedicated to ACT or SAT prep.
Gather supplies
To help reduce test day stress, gather everything you’ll need the night before. Check the list of banned items — cellphones aren’t permitted — to
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make sure you don’t accidentally bring something you’re not allowed to have. Ensure your bag is packed with your admission ticket, valid photo identification, several sharpened pencils with erasers, an approved calculator (with fresh batteries), and a watch if allowed.
Sleep and eat well
While it can be tempting to stay up late the night before the test to cram, you’re likely to perform better with a full night’s sleep. Sleep is important for retention, and eating a balanced breakfast before heading out the door can aid in your ability to focus. To make your morning easier, prep breakfast before bed to keep an early morning from starting even earlier. Remember, the college admissions process involves more than just test scores. Visit elivingtoday.com for more education tips and information.
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Glendale students Reili Geiser and Matthew Loretta recently graduated from Dixie State University in St. George, Utah. During the ceremony, held on May 6 in Greater Zion Stadium on the DSU campus, the university honored the Class of 2022, with 60% earning bachelor’s degrees, 38% associate degrees and 2% master’s degrees. Candidates ranged from 16 to 79 years of age and included students from 49 states and 15 countries. Of the graduates, 63% are female and 37% are male. “What a tremendous honor it is to celebrate the achievements of our graduating Trailblazers,” Dixie State University President Richard B. Williams said. “Thanks to the experience they have gained through our hands-on educational opportunities, the Class of 2022 is graduating career ready and will continue to blaze their own trails and make a difference in the world for years to come.” Glendale students Edward Bojorquez and Sidney Mikes were named to the spring semester dean’s list at University of Jamestown in Jamestown, North Dakota. Students are named to the dean’s
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list for maintaining a semester GPA of 3.5 or better. Freshmen Rebecca Ong of Glendale and Kathryn Waycaster of Peoria were named to the president’s list at Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina. Ong is a freshman studying music education, while Waycaster is a biochemistry and molecular biology major. Glendale student Olivia Proctor earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska. On May 7, Concordia University awarded undergraduate and graduate degrees to more than 400 graduates.
The Class of 2022 was honored during undergraduate and graduate commencement ceremonies. Glendale’s Angela Dirkers graduated with an Associate of Science degree in general studies with honors from Salt Lake Community College in Salt Lake City, Utah, spring 2022 commencement ceremony. Peoria’s Patricia Benjamin and Glendale’s Paula Turner graduated from Upper Iowa University. Benjamin graduated cum laude meritum, while Turner graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing.
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BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF eoria Unified School District students received more than $54 million in scholarships, which is on track to be a record for the organization. According to district officials, as of May 10: • Centennial High School: More than $18 million • Liberty High School: More than $16 million • Peoria High School: More than $7 million • Sunrise Mountain High School: More than $13 million • Peoria Flex Academy: $2,600 for the nontraditional high school
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