The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens on Oct. 1, and it’s important for students to apply as soon as possible so they don’t miss out on the best financial assistance packages. [Read more…] about FloridaShines has helpful tips to complete the FAFSA
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FloridaShines launches new web page with links to college virtual tours
Students now have the option to visit an array of Florida’s public colleges and universities without ever having to leave their homes with help from FloridaShines. [Read more…] about FloridaShines launches new web page with links to college virtual tours
FloridaShines to host FREE Webinar Series to Help Students Prepare for College
FloridaShines, Florida’s Student Hub of Innovative Educational Services, is excited to host Virtual College Week Oct. 28 – 30. Virtual College Week is a series of FREE, live webinars that are open to Florida high school juniors, seniors, parents and counselors looking for information on preparing for college, including where to go, what degree to earn, and how to pay for it without breaking the bank. [Read more…] about FloridaShines to host FREE Webinar Series to Help Students Prepare for College
FloridaShines to host FREE Webinar Series to Help Students Prepare for College
FloridaShines, Florida’s student hub of innovative educational services, is pleased to host Virtual College Week Oct. 2 – 4. Virtual College Week is a series of free, live webinars that are open to Florida high school juniors and seniors looking for information on preparing for college, including where to go, what degree to earn, and how to pay for it without breaking the bank. [Read more…] about FloridaShines to host FREE Webinar Series to Help Students Prepare for College
Florida Virtual Campus launches new college success series this spring
The Florida Virtual Campus will launch a new College Success Series starting this April. The FloridaShines College Success Series will take place each Wednesday at 3 p.m. EST in April, and provide a live, interactive, online experience for high school juniors and seniors and their parents. The Florida Virtual Campus is managed by the University of West Florida Division of Research and Strategic Innovation.
“The College Success Series will have information on everything students need to get ready for college,” said Nashla Dawahre, assistant director of advising and student services. “The podcast style webinars will focus on a range of several different subjects from college admissions to financial aid to career planning.”
The College Success Series is free and open to Florida high school juniors and seniors and parents seeking information on preparing for college, including where to go, what degree to earn and how to pay for it.
College Success Series sessions will include:
April 4, 2018
Explore Meta-Majors, with an expert from the Florida College System
April 11, 2018
Find My College, with an expert in admissions from one of Florida’s top universities
April 18, 2018
Pay for School, with an expert from Florida’s Office of Financial Assistance
April 25, 2018
Discover Your Career, with an expert from MyCareerShines
For more information, or to register, visit floridashines.org.
About Florida Virtual Campus
The Florida Virtual Campus (FLVC), a Complete Florida Plus program, is made up of several units which provide statewide innovative educational services for Florida’s K-adult students. Working collaboratively with Florida’s 12 public universities, 28 public colleges, K-12 school districts, and other partners, FLVC provides state-funded services to help students go to college, succeed in school, prepare for career success, and thrive in life after graduation.
FloridaShines to host Virtual College Week
FloridaShines, Florida’s student hub of innovative educational services, will host Virtual College Week Oct. 24-26. FloridaShines is managed by the Florida Virtual Campus through the UWF Division of Research and Strategic Innovation.
“FloridaShines has everything students and parents need to get ready for college,” said Nashla Dawahre, assistant director of advising and student services. “Our free, three-day event offers a wide variety of short webinars focused on a range of different subjects from college admissions to financial aid to career planning.”
Representatives from the Florida College System, State University System, Florida Department of Education and others topic experts will present during the event.
Virtual College Week is free and open to Florida high school juniors and seniors, parents and counselors. It provides information on preparing for college, including where to go, what degree to earn and how to pay for it without breaking the bank. In addition to the live webinars, FloridaShines will provide online resources prior to the presentations to help prepare students with additional materials, through the FloridaShines website.
Virtual College Week sessions include:
Oct. 24
2 p.m. ET: Counselors Guide to Graduation
4 p.m. ET: Advising for Academic Success
5 p.m. ET: Workforce Programs in the Florida College System
Oct. 25
3 p.m. ET: Admissions into a University
4 p.m. ET: First Things First
5 p.m. ET: Bright Futures Scholarship Qualifications
6 p.m. ET: College Athletics
Oct. 26
3 p.m. ET: The Big Transition
4 p.m. ET: Financial Aid is For You
5 p.m. ET: How to Start Smart and Finish Strong
6 p.m. ET: Survival Guide for Parents
To register or for more information, visit www.virtualcollegeweek.org.
About FloridaShines
FloridaShines exists to empower all of Florida’s 20 million residents to earn a college degree and find a bright career, by providing an array of FREE online tools to help students succeed in school and prepare for careers. FloridaShines works with the state’s 40 colleges and universities and other partners to help students succeed in school and beyond. Plan for their education and to succeed in the world of work. All these services are designed to help students shine.
FloridaShines exists to empower all of Florida’s 20 million residents to earn a college degree and find a bright career, by providing an array of FREE online tools to help students succeed in school and prepare for careers. FloridaShines works with the state’s 40 colleges and universities and other partners to help students succeed in school and beyond. Plan for their education and to succeed in the world of work. All these services are designed to help students shine.
About Florida Virtual Campus
The Florida Virtual Campus (FLVC), a Complete Florida Plus program, is made up of several units which provide statewide innovative educational services for Florida’s K-adult students. Working collaboratively with Florida’s 12 public universities, 28 public colleges, K-12 school districts, and other partners, FLVC provides state-funded services to help students go to college, succeed in school, prepare for career success, and thrive in life after graduation.
The Florida Virtual Campus (FLVC), a Complete Florida Plus program, is made up of several units which provide statewide innovative educational services for Florida’s K-adult students. Working collaboratively with Florida’s 12 public universities, 28 public colleges, K-12 school districts, and other partners, FLVC provides state-funded services to help students go to college, succeed in school, prepare for career success, and thrive in life after graduation.
UWF Innovation Institute and FloridaShines to host Virtual College Week
FloridaShines, Florida’s student hub of innovative educational services, will host its first Virtual College Week on April 4-6. FloridaShines is managed by the University of West Florida Innovation Institute and is hosting the three-day event after a successful Virtual College Night last fall.
“FloridaShines has everything students need to get ready for college,” said Nashla Dawahre, assistant director of advising and student services. “Our online event offers several different webinars covering a range of subjects from college admissions to financial aid and career planning.”
Representatives from the Florida College System, State University System, Florida Department of Education and other topic experts will present during the three-day event. The Virtual College Week is free and open to Florida high school juniors and seniors, parents and counselors looking for information on preparing for college, including where to go, what degree to earn and how to pay for it without breaking the bank.
Virtual College Week webcast sessions include:
April 4: High School Counselors: Guidance for Guidance
April 5: High School Students: College 101
April 6: Parents: Surviving College With Your Students
To register or for more information, visit www.FloridaShines.org.
About FloridaShines
FloridaShines exists to empower all of Florida’s 20 million residents to earn a college degree and find a bright career, by providing an array of FREE online tools to help students succeed in school and prepare for careers. FloridaShines works with the state’s 40 colleges and universities and other partners to help students succeed in school and beyond. Plan for their education and to succeed in the world of work. All these services are designed to help students shine.
FloridaShines exists to empower all of Florida’s 20 million residents to earn a college degree and find a bright career, by providing an array of FREE online tools to help students succeed in school and prepare for careers. FloridaShines works with the state’s 40 colleges and universities and other partners to help students succeed in school and beyond. Plan for their education and to succeed in the world of work. All these services are designed to help students shine.
About the UWF Innovation Institute
We are re-imaging how millions of people experience learning by exploring, designing, prototyping and delivering innovation for education. We collaborate with and serve University of West Florida, partner organizations and institutions across the state of Florida who want to improve learning for the entire Florida education system. We are a trusted partner that provides research-driven, customer-centric, systems-thinking approach to sustainable innovation.
We are re-imaging how millions of people experience learning by exploring, designing, prototyping and delivering innovation for education. We collaborate with and serve University of West Florida, partner organizations and institutions across the state of Florida who want to improve learning for the entire Florida education system. We are a trusted partner that provides research-driven, customer-centric, systems-thinking approach to sustainable innovation.
