American Military University Student Meet-Up

Another considering AMU

jwt708 — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:12:41 GMT

Hello everyone!

This is my first post here, but I've been reading other posts. I've been considering AMU for their BA in History. I'm Active Duty Air Force, so attending a school as a traditional student is out. I'm not opposed to state universities who offer online degrees, but there are few schools out there that offer online history degrees. What makes AMU particularly interesting are the courses being offered.

I am of the opinion that sometimes students go to college and pursue a field of study because they are interested in it. I was working with Brandman University towards a degree in Organizational Leadership, but I'm just not very interested in studying that. Does this make sense? Am I off here?

So I love my career, and a regionaly accredited degree can only improve my situation.

I suppose I'm being long winded and irrelevant...but I'm hoping to hear from someone who got involved in AMU, particulalry with their history program and I'm hoping to hear about what you did once you completed your degree. If it matters, these days I'm thinking about teaching as a second career when I leave the Air Force, probably high school.

In any case, I've enjoyed reading through the posts look forward to communicating with everyone.

Jack

Considering American Public University- Anyone graduate from there?

trebleclef — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 03:43:58 GMT

Based on a post in another thread I decided to check out APU. If it had not been for that thread I would never have looked into the school, based solely on the name. I know there is a bias against some non-traditional schools - both from educators and employers and that is the main reason I would not consider a UOP degree- alot of people that I know look down upon the school and if they do, then potential employers may as well. My boyfriend got his bachelors from UoP and I know from his experience that you get out what you put in. I got my AA degree completely online from Brevard Community College and it was the same there.

I said all of that to say this: I don't have a personal bias against online colleges or non-traditional colleges, as long as they are accredited. I love to learn and I know that in order to get the education I am looking for, I have to put forth mucho effort. So, I am looking for an online program that has courses that I know will help me achieve my goals. APU has a Bachelors degree program in Transportation and Logistics Management and this is what I am looking for. The courses sound relevant, there doesn't seem to be alot of fluff, I like the non-traditional class schedule and the price is right.

My only problem is the name of the university! I'm afraid that certain hiring managers will throw out my resume just based on their bias towards non-traditional learning. I live in a rural area and will not be applying to companies that will be looking for prestigious educational backgrounds, but the liklihood that they went to a state university is high. Has anyone had any experience with this type of issue? And specifically, have any APU grads had this type of experience? I hate to pass on a great deal, but if I can't get a job after all the time and effort then what is the point?

AMU Web Resources?

mtyler — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 02:46:04 GMT

I am just starting at AMU in October pursuing my Masters in Political Science. Are there any good resources with AMU/APU students sharing information about different classes, teachers they liked or didn't like etc?

Networking @ AMU

damajer — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 19:59:43 GMT

I am new Member of this Forum, as well as a New Student at AMU. I am finishing up a BA in Security Management.

My question is about "Networking" at AMU. More specifically, is it encouraged or frowned upon? It seems like ALOT of the Professors and Students are in the same line of work, so it definitely seems like it would exist.

Thanks,Dave

Independent Interviews with Online Students of American Military University

Victoria — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:05:56 GMT

Click on any of the photographs below to read interviews with online students who have studied at American Military University.

Lawrence, Master in Public Administration in Disaster & Emergency Administration

Dave, Master of Arts in Military Studies

Check in regularly for updates!

APUS Crowd?

MPA2010 — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 03:35:42 GMT

Where is everyone at? I start graduate classes at APU on August 4th and I'm really excited. Anyone else working on their MPA there?

Online MA in Military Studies

helenh — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 19:32:24 GMT

Meet Dave: This 45-year-old sergeant with the Sacramento County sheriff's department places such value on his American Military University degree that he saved all his papers. "They're like trophies to me because one of my goals was to become a more effective writer."

Now open for business!

helenh — Sun, 23 Dec 2007 01:10:48 GMT

Welcome one and all to the AMU Student Meet-Up!