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Associated Press
13-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Colorado State University Global Hosts Commencement for 2024-2025 Graduates
The ceremony featured special remarks from student Kaitlyn McCormick. DENVER, June 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, June 12, Colorado State University Global (CSU Global) celebrated the milestone of over 1,100 undergraduate and graduate students earning their degrees at its Spring 2025 Commencement. To be inclusive of graduates across the globe, CSU Global hosted both the in-person event in Denver, Colorado, paired with a virtual ceremony for those unable to travel. The keynote address was given by Michelle Lucero, strategic advisor, executive coach, motivational speaker, and former Chief Administrative Officer at Children's Hospital. In addition, the event featured a special speech from graduate Kaitlyn McCormick, who earned her B.S. in Management Information Systems and Business Analytics. McCormick was born deaf, but she has never let that define her potential. After several attempts to complete college, she engaged with CSU Global and proudly graduated as a single mother who never gave up. CSU Global provided the launchpad she needed to take the next step in her career, where she now leads a team and continues to grow as a professional. Moving forward in her CSU Global journey, she is currently pursuing a master's degree in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, with the goal of becoming a software engineer. 'I needed a program where I could successfully obtain a formal college education and gain useful skills to help me advance in my field. When I researched online schools with flexible schedules, I also wanted to make sure there was a supportive environment with accessibility as a top factor. After interviewing multiple schools and consulting reviews from friends and online, I found CSU Global was the best fit for my situation,' said McCormick. 'When I began this journey of earning my degree, I wasn't sure I'd make it. I was working full-time, raising a child on my own, and navigating a world that doesn't always see — or hear — people like me. But strength doesn't come from having perfect circumstances — it comes from refusing to quit when everything tells you to. What others may see as limits, I see as launchpads. With the support of CSU Global's team, I was able to earn my degree and take this next step in my career.' McCormick and her fellow graduates, many of whom are post-traditional learners –adults, parents, first-generation students, or military service members working a full-time job and learning new skills and knowledge for their workplace success while juggling other responsibilities to complete a course, certificate, or degree program at the same time – walked the stage in recognition of their dedication, perseverance, and success in achieving their dreams of earning a college degree. 'This commencement ceremony affirms CSU Global's mission to provide accessible, career-connected education that transforms lives and professional opportunities,' said Dr. Becky Takeda-Tinker, CSU Global's President. 'Our graduates, program-completers, and learners, from across Colorado and the globe, represent the best of what is possible through high-quality online learning. They are now equipped to make significant contributions to their organizations, industries, and communities. Our entire staff and faculty are incredibly proud of their dedication to their goals and achievements.' The in-person ceremony was held at Denver's Bellco Theatre, and the virtual ceremony streamed simultaneously at About Colorado State University Global Colorado State University Global (CSU Global) offers career-relevant bachelor's and master's degree programs for working adults and post-traditional learners. As the first 100% online, fully accredited public university in the United States, CSU Global is focused on student success as its number one priority. Embracing the land grant heritage as part of the Colorado State University System, CSU Global sets the standard for quality and innovation in higher education through its expert faculty who are recognized as industry leaders and trained in working with adults in an online learning environment. CSU Global offers accelerated eight-week courses that start every four weeks. Visit to learn more. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Colorado State University Global
New York Post
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Neuroscientist says this surprising hack can help you instantly focus — and it's not what you think
Bach to the future: Neuroscientist says a centuries-old classical tune could be the secret to crushing your to-do list. To instantly get in the zone, Friederike Fabritius, MS, author of 'The Brain-Friendly Workplace,' swears by listening to 'Goldberg Variations.' The hour-and-a-half-long 1741 classical piece by Johann Sebastian Bach has been her go-to concentration hack for decades. Advertisement 'When I have to focus, I always listen to [that] same song and I instantly get into flow,' Fabritius told Parade in a recent interview. 3 To instantly get in the zone, Friederike Fabritius, MS, author of 'The Brain-Friendly Workplace,' swears by listening to 'Goldberg Variations.' pixelrobot – 'You can actually condition your brain to get into flow and focus by always listening to the same music when you want to focus. It creates a ritual for your brain and a very strong connection.' Advertisement Fabritius' strategy is simple: play the same music every time you need to concentrate, and your brain will learn to associate those first few notes with 'time to focus.' But is Bach really the best study buddy? According to Dr. Erin Hannon, a psychology professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, classical music is a solid choice — but it's not the only option. Hannon told Parade that she recommends music with a 'slow to moderate tempo, with moderately predictable pitch and rhythmic structure and lower levels of chaotic noise and dissonance, such as screaming.' Advertisement 3 Fabritius' focus hack is a no-brainer: Hit play on the same tune every time you need to buckle down, and your brain will get the memo. Pixel-Shot – In other words, the less chaotic the tune, the easier it is to stay on task. But what works for one person might not work for another. Hannon also pointed out that music's impact on mood and focus can be different for everyone, and 'there is probably no one genre of music that can help with focus' for all of us. Advertisement A 2022 survey backs that up. According to the survey by OnePoll on behalf of CSU Global, people who listen to music while studying were more likely to have a GPA above 3.2. 'Listening to music while studying can be an extremely helpful tool for some students in improving their focus,' said Dr. Christina Agvent, program director of teaching and learning at CSU Global. 3 A study by OnePoll for CSU Global found that students who crank up the tunes while studying are more likely to hit a GPA over 3.2. Tomasz Zajda – The report also found that younger students were more likely to plug in their earbuds while studying — 58% of 18- to 25-year-olds said they listen to music while studying, compared to just 41% of those aged 58 to 76. And it's not all classical. Respondents named 'Riverside' by Agnes Obel and Drake's 'God's Plan' among their favorite study jams. For Fabritius, though, Bach's 'Goldberg Variations' is the ultimate focus anthem. Advertisement 'You should not listen to loud, busy disco or techno music,' she said. 'Classical music that's soothing and peaceful — hopefully without lyrics — supports focus rather than something that can additionally distract you.' So the next time you're struggling to concentrate, maybe forget the pop hits and give Bach a shot.
