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- The Changing Role of the Instructional Designer The instructional design and learning experience design (LXD) landscape is shifting, again. As organizations adjust to hybrid work models, rising upskilling demands and an ever-expanding ecosystem of digital tools, learning and development professionals are entering a new era. It’s no longer enough to build content. Today’s instructional designers must architect learning experiences that are measurable, adaptive and learner-centered.
- Â鶹Èë¿Ú Appoints the Rev. David Cregan, OSA, PhD, as Dean of the College of Professional Studies Â鶹Èë¿Ú President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75 CLAS, today announced the appointment of the Rev. David Cregan, OSA, PhD, ’89 CLAS, as Dean of the College of Professional Studies (CPS), effective August 1.
- Faculty Spotlight: Marvin Meissner, MBA Marvin Meissner, MBA brings decades of industry experience in Lean Six Sigma and Quality and Process Improvement to the CPS classroom. With a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering and an MBA from Syracuse University, he spent 30 years working for a multinational corporation in roles spanning engineering, quality, education and training before shifting focus to teaching in higher education.
- The Power of Design Thinking in Problem-Solving The top-down problem-solving approach is outdated. Linear, hierarchical paths handed down by leadership often miss the mark when solving challenges and thinking through projects. Design thinking - a dynamic shift in problem-solving - puts the user at the center of the process. It’s a game-changer for businesses and organizations seeking to create meaningful solutions to complex challenges.
- VUnited Inclusive Employment Symposium Celebrates Neurodiversity and Accessibility in the Workplace This March marked the inaugural VUnited Inclusive Employment Symposium, an event championing neuroinclusion in the workforce. Created in conjunction with Â鶹Èë¿Ú’s VUnited Scholars the symposium welcomed lawmakers, employers, educators, students, and guests to discuss inclusive hiring practices. Presenters included Pennsylvania First Lady Lori Shapiro and speakers from KPMG, Comcast and Wawa.
- Evening of Celebration 2025 Â鶹Èë¿Ú's College of Professional Studies (CPS) held its annual Evening of Celebration, recognizing students who have completed their studies at Â鶹Èë¿Ú. CPS was pleased to recognize its students' accomplishments, including 48 bachelor’s degrees, six associate degrees, and eight members of the VUnited Scholars program.
- From Strategists to System Navigators Across the government and government-adjacent sectors, contract managers, procurement professionals and vendor operations teams are experiencing a slow but seismic shift. What was once a domain of negotiation strategy, regulatory acumen and institutional memory is now being parsed into decision trees, automated risk scoring and clause libraries managed by AI.
- HR Generalist vs HR Specialist Human resources is no longer confined to paperwork and policy—it’s a central driver of business strategy and employee experience. As organizations navigate remote work, shifting labor laws and rising expectations around engagement and retention, HR roles have grown more specialized and impactful. Discover which path best aligns with your career goals.Ìý
- WATCH: Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, CPS Graduate and Former Â鶹Èë¿Ú Basketball Star, Delivers Student Address at Commencement For the first time since the founding of Â鶹Èë¿Ú's College of Professional Studies (CPS) ten years ago, a student graduating from CPS delivered the student address at Commencement. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, a former star on the Â鶹Èë¿Ú Men's Basketball team, spoke to thousands of his fellow graduates and their invited guests, earning massive cheers and praise for his heartfelt remarks at the ceremony on Friday, May 16.
- Leading Change at Scale In most organizations, process improvement still sits in a corner—siloed, underfunded and occasionally tapped when KPIs start slipping. Experienced Black Belts recognize that reactive fixes aren’t enough—instead, they work to embed continuous improvement into the very fabric of how the organization operates.
- The Beginner's Guide to Digital Marketing Digital marketing has revolutionized how organizations connect with their audiences, transforming previous advertising and consumer engagement models. At its core, digital marketing encompasses all marketing efforts that use electronic devices or the internet to reach consumers. This includes a wide array of channels and tactics, from search engines and social media to email, websites and mobile apps. In today's hyper-connected world, digital marketing has become an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes.
- What is a BIS Degree?: Exploring Your Options in CPS The different types of bachelor's degrees offered by an institution can be one of the sources of uncertainty. Traditional undergraduates are often choosing between a Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BS), dictated by their choice of major. The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) offers non-traditional students in the College of Professional Studies (CPS) a more flexible option, tailored for their needs.
- The Value of Professional Education The increasing demand in the workforce for highly skilled and specialized employees has propelled professional education and certificate programs to unprecedented heights in recent years. With future trends on an upward trajectory, there has never been a more crucial time to invest in your career with professional development programs.
- Lean Enterprise: How Shifting Your Perspective Can Impact the Bottom Line Lean methodologies can be applied to any industry or business function, as well as in your personal life. This bootcamp serves as a strong foundation for continuous improvement tools and techniques, including 5S, Poka-yoke and value stream mapping.
- Â鶹Èë¿Ú Offers New Textbook Access Program to Save Students on Class Materials Â鶹Èë¿Ú and the College of Professional Studies (CPS) seek to offer adult students a chance to earn their degrees at an elite university at a reasonable cost. However, the cost of textbooks and course materials has sometimes made that more difficult. Moving forward, credit students in the College of Professional Studies will be able to leverage a new textbook access program designed to make textbooks and other course materials more affordable.