Faces of Life U: Andrew McIntosh, Ph.D.
Andrew McIntosh, Ph.D., lays claim to his heritage from Coleraine, Ireland (and with the charming Irish brogue to prove it.) He grew up with three siblings, one brother and two sisters, engulfed in the small-town life that makes up the tight-knit Northern Ireland community. Like many energetic young people looking for an athletic outlet, McIntosh quickly found rugby as a means of escape, exercise and enjoyment. At 18, he flew the coop to the United Kingdom to earn his B.S. in Anatomy and Human Biology from the University of Liverpool.
Positive Business- Doing Good with Good Work
Life University’s (Life U) business programs are based on the concept of promoting positive business. Loosely, this is defined as working for or creating businesses that contribute to the public good, rather than simply generating income. What does that look like on a practical scale? How can you know if your business is a positive business?
Life University and International Coaching Federation Georgia Partner for Inspiring Day of Coaching, Community and Continuing Education
Marietta, Georgia – April 23, 2025 – Join us on Saturday, May 3, 2025, as Life University (Life U) and the International Coaching Federation (ICF) – Georgia Chapter co-host an energizing day of education, networking and professional growth at the Spring Residency for the M.S. in Positive Psychology program.
Faces of Life U: Angelina Prado
They say everything is bigger in Texas, and that rings true in a sense for Texas-bred Angelina Prado, approaching everything in life with a big heart full of passion and gusto. The El Paso native grew up in a close-knit family made up of her parents, brother and grandmother close by, grateful for the personal “village” that helped shape her into the woman she now is. Though used to travel as a high school wrestler, Prado knew it would be a considerable change when she pondered accepting an offer for a scholarship to wrestle for Life University (Life U), if for no other reason than the distance from her home state.
Launching Unexpected Research Interests in Biology with Megan Cronje- Podcast
Every little girl dreams about one day meticulously studying the pelvic girdles of rodents and how it affects growth, right? Eh, probably not. Yet Megan Cronje as a B.S in Biology student and RISE scholar has developed a taste for research and where it can take her in life. Learning how to probe obscure questions and present her ideas has helped her build confidence and see the possibilities.
Faces of Life U: Ellerie Rollins
Ellerie Rollins grew up accustomed to being on the move, attending about 10 different schools by the time she graduated high school. Her dad worked as a corrections officer for the State of New York for 25 years, while her mom worked as a nurse and later became a nurse practitioner. While Rollins was an only child, her family was sprawling as her parents came from big families with lots of siblings, so the Rollins trio moved around various parts of upstate New York to keep close with the extended family and support as needed.
Good Advice and Advising with Teshia Sims -podcast
In a twist of delightful fate, the Living Life at Life U podcast bring our host Dr. Veronica Garcia-Chapparo back together with Teshia Sims, her former academic advisor during her schooling days. Sims now serves as a Graduate Program Advisor, assisting individuals in our graduate programs in how to make the most out of their time at our esteemed institution, Life University.
Launching Life U into Renewed Vision and Purpose with New Interim President- Dr. Brian McAulay -podcast
Life University (Life U) recently celebrated its 50th anniversary year (2024) and now the focus is on how to launch into the next 50 years of prosperity. 2025-2027 is a special time of strategic structuring for the University called the Life University Launchpad, spearheaded by our new Interim President, Dr. Brian McAulay.
Coding and Computer Programming: Exploring a New Career
The Internet is indeed king. So much of our day-to-day life is controlled and organized based on elusive 1s and 0s, hidden code, that we might as well be living in the Matrix. That being said, there is a wealth of career potential in developing coding and computer programming skills, becoming one of the brave builders of this constantly changing world. So how do you know if this line of work is for you? Here are some basics to consider.
Hustling Sideways: Pros, Cons and Tips for a Side Hustle in College
Life University (Life U) students, especially entrepreneurial business students, often like to get creative with an extra stream of revenue to bolster their résumé and their funds. This is especially appealing to busy students who want flexible working schedules to maneuver around class time, athletics, social events or even a more standardized work arrangement. The first hurdle, of course, is what to do and where to start.
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