EIU B.A.in General Studies Blog

Are you ready to complete your college degree? Please join us to learn how  B.A. in General Studies at Eastern Illinois University  provides an opportunity for adults to earn their degree through the BGS program at the 95th Street Public Library.  We will provide information on how your work experience and skills learned outside the classroom can be applied towards college credit, how you can apply for financial aid and scholarships offered to adult students, and insights into how you can be successful as an adult student. We will also be​ highlighting other key parts of the program such as online classes and Online Degree Programs . *Students admitted to online degree programs are assessed tuition at Illinois resident rates (except for online programs with differential tuition, e.g. MBA).  Contact Us Join on Facebook    RSVP for this event:  Chicago@EIU.EDU Event Location:  3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville, Illinois 60564 ...

EIU B.A. in General Studies Faculty Members  We recently asked our professors to tell us a little bit about themselves, including what they enjoy about teaching at EIU and how teaching adults has impacted their teaching. We also wanted to spotlight some of the work and achievements that our faculty members have accomplished outside of EIU BGS .  We are very excited to share their stories and experience with our fans to showcase pride the faculty & students share in the School of Continuing Education at Eastern Illinois University and in the B.A. in General Studies program.  Dr. Teresa Britton teaches Philosophy at EIU-BGS  I like that BGS students attend (class); they are really smart students.  They are eager to learn and know how to have fun too. Teaching for EIU is great as I am part of a large and talented faculty connected to a larger professional world.  We are active and engaged scholars and researchers and it feels g...

Jim Kelleher - EIU BGS Alumni  Jim Kelleher We recently asked our Alumni to share their B.A. in General Studies experience with our readers. All of our students are adults and create their own program and take classes either from home by participating in online classes or take advantage of our many locations. Jim Kelleher recently spoke to our Chicago land advisor and shared his BGS story. He has given great advice for those considering getting their degree as an adult. We are very proud of our current students and alumni and all of their accomplishments and are excited to share their stories with you.  “My favorite part of the BGS program is the fact that you have the freedom to pick classes/subjects that you are interested in. After graduation I would like to do a Masters in Legal Studies at Washington University. My biggest struggle is balancing family, school, and work but it is not insurmountable.  I am a business development professiona...

Get motivated & let the  staff in the  School of Continuing Education Eastern Illinois University   help you get started.  I recently saw the above quote posted on a friend’s Facebook page and immediately thought of the adult learners I work with at Eastern Illinois University. I direct the B. A. in General Studies degree, an adult degree-completion program offered at various locations in Illinois and online. New and prospective students often feel the need to explain why they did not complete their bachelor’s degree “when they should have” or at the “right time.” What does that mean exactly? Is there a “right time” to earn your college degree? I would argue that time is different for each of us. We speak of “traditional’ and “non-traditional” learners in higher education. What does that mean? At one time the typical college student was between 18-22 years of age.   Most students lived in residence halls where they were immersed in campus life. ...

Carmela Harris  "Hi, my name is Carmela Harris and I’m currently a student at Eastern Illinois University (EIU) through an extended branch at Triton College, and will be graduating in the year 2016. EIU is one of the best colleges around and with every single one of my teachers, whether I have taken a class on-line or in the classroom, the learning experience has been extremely impressive.  After being out of school for some years (life showed up), my first impression of the school was a key factor in where I would continue my education. My first impression of the meet and greet with Jackie Johnson, an Academic Advisor of the Chicago land Area Bachelor of Arts in General Studies, along with Jackie’s presentation of EIU was excellent!  Jackie explained each and every step in detail and told me what I needed in order for me to achieve my goal, which was to earn my Bachelor’s Degree.   A word to describe EIU is camaraderie, because of the immense sup...

B.A. in General Studies  Dr. Carrie Seltzer Johnson will be the featured speaker for this event. She will also be available to speak directly to students about the history of the  B.A. In General Studies for Adult Learners at Eastern Illinois University   program, how it was designed and how the program works to help adults complete their college degree. University Center is home to 20 top Illinois colleges and universities. At University Center, you can finish a bachelor's degree, earn a master's or doctoral degree and pursue professional development program certification.  

Recently we asked our staff to share their stories and experiences as adult learners. Not only does the B.A. in General Studies staff work hard to understand the needs and goals of our students, but many of them have learned from their own experience what it means to be an adult going back t o school.  These experiences help our staff provide a rewarding and fulfilling college experience for our adult students, and why they are passionate about lifelong learning.  Elena is a wonderful example of someone who not only went back to school as an adult, but thrived as an adult learner. She teaches BGS coarse 2985, Adults in Transition,  which is a required course for students when they get started in our program. Read Elena's story and find out more about  +EIU | B.A. in General Studies Program   "I  completed both undergraduate and graduate degrees as an adult learner.  That experience provided me with an appre...

Learn more about  EIU B.A. in General Studies  and stop by one of our upcoming events. Our academic advisors will speak to each student, so he or she can learn, firsthand, how we work to help adult students complete their Bachelor Degree across Illinois.  Our academic advisors will be on hand to answer your questions and help you get started in the B.A. General Studies program. We understand the needs of adult students and will help them achieve the most effective academic experience possible. We believe in working directly with each student, planning around their academic  goals, and meeting them face to face. Our goal is more than helping students complete their degree, we want to help them accomplish their goals and fulfill their dreams.  Look for the  @EIU_BGS table.  September EIU B.A. in General Studies Events: Sept 8 th   Oakton Community College Skokie, IL. Join us at our table in the main lob...

We had such a wonderful time at the Lunch and Learn at U of I that we had to share a blog post about it.  Firstly, it was a pleasure to meet with all of the prospective and former students. This event is a great opportunity to get students, alumni and staff together and help build stronger ties within our learning community.  One of the major highlights of this event was that we got to meet the Human Resources staff members who organized the Lunch and Learn . It was wonderful to know that three of them have their B.A. in General Studies . What was even more exciting for us to find out was that two  of them also completed their Master's in Technology at EIU, and one of those two is working on her doctorate! We are so proud of our students and alumni! We wish all of them continued success. It gives us joy to know that our adult students move on to accomplish their goals and achieve their dreams. What is even more satisfying is that our studen...