The University of West Alabama’s emphasis on workforce development initiatives has received national attention in the form of a $1.25 million grant that will serve to enhance the job placement outcomes of the university’s graduates. UWA was recently named one of only 24 colleges in the United States to receive grant money that will enhance […]
Conflict is an inevitable part of life, especially in the workplace. However, knowing how to successfully manage conflict is a skill that can prove invaluable to overcoming bumps in the road in an effort to stay on track toward your company’s end goal. It has been proven that effective conflict management skills positively correlate to […]
Deciding to go back to school can be a life-changing choice that has the potential to benefit you in boundless ways. That being said, it is not a decision that you should take lightly if you want to ensure that you get what you want out of it. Some people may already know exactly which […]
Welcome to 2017! Whether you are embracing the New Year as an opportunity for change or whether you treat January 1st just like any other day, you can always stand to learn something new to kick off this new year of your life. Use them as conversation starters, tell them to your friends or share […]
Excellent customer service skills are ones that can not only positively impact your career, but that can extend their reach beyond work to help you in many areas of life. In “Keys to Customer Service 1199,” a class required to earn a Certificate in Customer Service from UWA Online, students will learn about the link […]
The flexibility allowed with online learning is one of its greatest assets compared to attending an on-campus class; however, with the freedom to complete tasks according to your own schedule in an online course comes the responsibility to make sure you stick to it. Another big difference between on-campus courses and online courses is the […]
Having a solid writing foundation can be a key element to a successful career no matter what field you are working in. In “Business Writing 1230,” participants will learn basic business writing skills that will poise them to be able to effectively and successfully communicate via the written word. This one-month course, required to earn […]
Have you ever thought about starting a business? Many of us daydream about being our own bosses and about being able to turn an idea into something lucrative for ourselves. However, the odds are stacked against us. Statistics show that most businesses fail within the first five years. But with “Entrepreneur Boot Camp 1196,” we […]
Boot up your laptop, organize your supplies and get ready to take notes. School is back in session! If you are an adult who is planning to go back to school for continuing education, to complete a college degree or to study something new entirely, congratulations! As an adult returning to school, you have opportunities […]
Located in Sumter County, the town of Livingston—home of the University of West Alabama—boasts a rich history, and several of its featured landmarks are a testament to that fact. One of those historic places is Livingston’s Bored Well, located on Courthouse Square at downtown Livingston. Flagged by a Historic Marker, the Bored Well dates back […]