Unlocking Potential: A Guide to WGU's LinkedIn Learning Resources and Beyond
Western Governors University (WGU) is dedicated to student success, not just during their degree program, but also after graduation. This commitment is reflected in the wide array of resources available to both current students and alumni, designed to foster lifelong learning and career advancement. At WGU, our goal is your success. So we provide a variety of resources geared to helping students achieve their potential and be successful in their degree program.
Lifelong Learning and Alumni Resources
Most of you are lifelong learners. We love that and fully support that with the Alumni Library. Search until your heart's content. You've earned your degree, but that doesn't mean your relationship with WGU is over. We are constantly seeking ways to provide our graduates with the tools they need to succeed in the next phase of their lives.
The Alumni Library
As a proud WGU alum, you retain access to the Alumni Library, a valuable resource for continued learning and research.
WGU Annual Report
Every year WGU publishes an annual report. Stay informed about the university's progress and initiatives.
Further Education at WGU
Another degree could be the crucial next step you need to take. Explore further educational opportunities at WGU to advance your career and personal growth.
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Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
WGU recognizes the importance of student wellbeing and mental health, providing a range of free resources to help students navigate challenges that can affect their academic progress and other responsibilities.
Mental Health and Wellness Services
Students receive free Mental Health and Wellness Services, 24/7 Crisis Support, and Referral to Local Basic Life Need Resources. WGU partners with leading student wellbeing and mental health support services to provide free resources aimed at helping students navigate personal, family, and financial challenges that can affect their academic progress and other responsibilities.
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
How to use SEL at WGU: We have created detailed articles that are written with the student experience in mind.
Career Development Resources
WGU offers comprehensive career resources to help students and alumni achieve their professional goals, whether currently employed or seeking a new position. We have numerous resources available to current students and alumni to help you get the job you want!
Career Center
The Career Center has resources for employer research, interview preparation and salary negotiation. You have submitted your cover letter and resume and now it’s time to nail the interview! Talk through your career plan strategy with one of our career advisors.
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MindEdge Partnership
WGU partners with MindEdge to provide free online business training for alumni! Whether you are currently employed in the position you desire or are searching for a new position, it never hurts to keep yourself informed, educated, and up to date in your professional realm.
Night Owl Network
Introducing the Night Owl Network, an exclusive professional community of WGU Night Owls from around the world! Connect with other Night Owls near and far with a variety of industry backgrounds. Give back by sharing industry insights, starting a mentorship, or giving career advice.
Academic Support
WGU provides robust academic support services to help students succeed in their studies.
Academic Coaching
Academic Coaching is a one stop shop for students to get assistance with math and writing resources. We have self-serve resources that students can reference to sharpen their math or academic writing skills. If you are needing some math assistance, we have math center mentors who can meet with you.
Student Success Center
Get additional support for any of your needs with our Student Success Center. Need support in writing or math? Want to discuss your career path or have your résumé and portfolio reviewed? Maybe you just need an unbiased ear to talk to. WGU provides all the support you might need during your program.
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Affordable Learning Resources
WGU is committed to keeping education affordable by providing access to e-textbooks and online libraries, reducing the cost of learning materials.
E-Textbooks
At WGU, we intend to keep the cost of your education as affordable as possible. That's why the vast majority of our courses offer e-textbooks, rather than requiring hard copies. The cost of e-textbooks is covered by the Resource Fee you pay each term. E-textbooks, on average, are saving WGU students several hundred dollars in textbook costs each term.
Online Library
Online libraries provide invaluable access to a vast array of scholarly and academic papers, articles, journals, etc. Unfortunately, they also often require expensive subscriptions. As a student, your unlimited access to the WGU library will make thousands of full-text journals, magazines, newspapers, and e-books available to you at the click of your mouse.
E-Books and Resources Fee
WGU charges a $200 E-Books and Resources Fee each term. This fee covers your use of the online library, e-textbooks, and most other learning resources.
Degree Plan Resources
Some learning resources require you to enroll. Your Program Mentor will refer you for these learning resources at your request. These resources are available to students directly or through WGU’s affiliations with third-party education providers. They are detailed in your Degree Plan.
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