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Alumni Newsletter | February 2024

Dear Valentine, Night Owl!

Welcome to the latest edition of the WGU alumni newsletter!

Here, you will explore exciting stories, awesome alumni perks, and the latest news from our Night Owl community!

If you have questions or need to contact us, please click here for resources. Now, let's dive in!

Always Growing!

Degrees Awarded: 358,406

January Graduates: 4,666
Shout out to you!

Become a WGU Alumni Ambassador!

Exciting news: the WGU Alumni Ambassador Program has relaunched! We're looking for passionate graduates to represent WGU and engage with our community.

As an ambassador, you'll have the opportunity to connect with fellow alumni, participate in exclusive events, and showcase your WGU pride. Plus, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of our alumni network. Apply today to become an ambassador.

Open Positions at WGU

Do you have what it takes? Bring your talents and take the next step in your career—apply to WGU!

We're always seeking passionate individuals who want to make an impact in higher education, and who better than our talented graduates? Review the many open positions across the university.

You're Wanted—
Alumni Linkedin Group

Be seen, be heard, and stay engaged! Join the largest collective of WGU Alumni via our private LinkedIn group. Connect your professional profile with fellow graduates today.

Student Portal Login

As a WGU alum, your student portal remains accessible long after graduation, serving as a valuable resource.

Apply for your next degree through the portal or access your alumni resources through your same portal login.

The WGU Security Team has enhanced account security measures. If you face login issues, start with a password reset or username recovery.

For further assistance, contact our Service Desk at 385-428-3102. Be ready to answer additional security questions, such as your Program Mentor's name or final course, for identity verification.

Do You Know an Aspiring Nurse?

We're thrilled to announce the expansion of our prelicensure nursing program to new states! With a shortage across America, there's never been a better time to pursue a nursing career.

If you know someone passionate about healthcare, spread the word about our expanded nursing program. Together, let's address the critical shortage of healthcare professionals and build a brighter future for healthcare in America!

Advance Equity
Speaker Series

Advancing Equity in the Arts: A Conversation with NPR Host Aisha Harris

Thursday, February 22
11:00 a.m. (MST)

Join us for a conversation with Aisha Harris who is a co-host and reporter for the NPR podcast Pop Culture Happy Hour. She will share her insights about equity and inclusion in the entertainment industry, sharing a historical perspective, examining where we are today, and what to expect in the future.

Aisha previously covered the arts as a critic, editor, and podcaster for the The New York Times and Slate Magazine. Her subjects have included film and TV criticism, artist interviews, and cultural reporting/essays. She has appeared on numerous radio and TV programs as a cultural commentator. Register Here.

Fun Fact about WGU

Did you know that the Salt Lake City offices of WGU were once used as a movie set? Even more interestingly, the movie's main character worked for your very own favorite university!

If you're still in the Valentine's week mood and craving another romantic comedy, look no further than Hallmark's recent love flick, Love in the Limelight. Catch it on the Hallmark Channel or rent it on Amazon Prime. Keep an eye out for WGU references and Easter eggs throughout the film!

WGU Alumni Podcast

New episodes! Meet Ronald Simms Jr., a recent WGU graduate and bowling coach, and Ginny Ersery, a recent graduate whose new role is on the WGU alumni relations team.

Listen to their inspiring stories.

Stay Involved

Can't get enough of Night Owl Community?

Join the WGU Alumni LinkedIn group, and don't forget to check out what's happening in the Owl's Nest.

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We hope you enjoyed this latest edition of the alumni newsletter. We look forward to communicating with you in the next one!

Sincerely,

Alumni Relations
Western Governors University
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