By Jackie Hott
Faculty Member at American Military University
There is change that happens to us and change that we instigate. Either way we have to make the experience work for us. How do we do that? Making change work involves having a purpose, setting priorities, and designing a plan. I like to call this P3: purpose, priority, and plan.
By Leslie Olsen
In Military Education, Special Contributor
There's a learning curve for everyone when it comes to online education. Once you have the basics down it becomes a bit easier, and you'll get to optimize your learning style moving forward. Don't let being technologically illiterate stop you from pursuing your education online.
By Tiffany Kyall
Special Contributor, In Military Education
This month, I wanted to share some exciting news with the readers of this blog, I will be graduating from American Military University this Spring/Summer with an Associate of Science in Web Publishing! While it was quite a journey, I would like to take a step back, reflect and give some advice based on my experience, so without further hesitation, here goes…
By George Holmes
In Military Education, Guest Contributor
Currently, the Veterans Administration estimates that each day 22 veterans take their own lives, or over 8,000 annually. I personally know four veterans who have taken their own lives after losing a battle with PTSD. I decided to take action to help my fellow veterans who fought for this beautiful country defeat the demons of PTSD. I founded the Arooh Initiative to raise awareness that we are losing our nation’s heroes and they need our help.
By Joshua L. Adams
Conducting a sexual assault investigation can be very difficult and complex. Unlike other property and persons crimes, physical and testimonial evidence to support the elements of proof is not always readily available as reporting can happen months and even years from the date of an incident.
By Nora E. Reed
In Military Education, Special Student Contributor
Obtaining a degree in psychology takes a lot of hard work, reading, and memorization, but it also provides the individual a greater insight on the world and human behavior. A lot of the courses at AMU have helped me understand people better and how to handle certain situations.
By Nora E. Reed
In Military Education, Special Student Contributor
As a military spouse it can be hard at times to separate yourself from the military lifestyle, but I knew when I was younger that I wanted to go to college and have a career. My goal for this blog post is to send a message to all my fellow military spouses that continuing your education is important, and it can be done.
Share Michael’s story with your networks and help the Air Force vet realize his dream to thank the person that pushed him through such a devastating event.
By Michael Pittaro and John Russ
In Military Education, Special Contributors
Research supports a strong correlation between criminal behavior or risk-taking behavior and those who suffer from TBI and/or PTSD. These disorders can adversely influence a veteran’s ability to control behavior and can lead to impulsivity, disinhibition, anger, and aggression.