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USDLA Gold-level sponsor: D2L
D2L is a global learning innovation company helping organizations reshape the future of education and work. We’re leading the way into the era of personalized learning, driven by the belief that everyone deserves access to high-quality education, regardless of their age, ability, or location.
December 2022: Join us for Episode 3 of Money Mountaineering with Peter Neuwirth: Meet our guest — Mary Jo Lafaye, a licensed Home Equity Retirement Income (HECM) specialist with Mutual of Omaha Mortgage
Understanding Reverse Mortgages
Nov. 29, 2022: National Distance Learning Week Recap — Join us!
If you missed NDLW this month or want to re-watch the sessions, this is your chance!
Discovering My Wings: How Reiki helped me write a book, reinvent my psychotherapy business, and help others do the same
Let’s just say my life hasn’t gone as planned.
Episode 69 — Today on Margaritas with Marguerita Cheng, CFP® Pro: Meet our guest — Jason Friedman, founder and CEO of AdvisorFinder
7 Easy Ways to Improve Your Client Onboarding Process
Nov. 22, 2022: Happy Thanksgiving! This week we shine a light on USDLA’s Member of the Month — David Stein
USDLA Member David Stein says, "As an individual and state chapter leader, my USDLA membership helped me become organized and understand what traits are most important to create a strong state chapter."
Month 5: Understanding and Overcoming Obstacles, Start Before You Are Ready!
In month 5 of your 6-month adventure into accomplishing your goal and dream, we take a step back so you can see what you have accomplished to date.
Nov. 15, 2022: Sponsor Shout Out to IntelliBoard
IntelliBoard: A platform morphed into a dynamic, multi-faceted platform that brings learning data and analytics to institutions
Episode 67 — Join us for this week’s episode of Margaritas with Marguerita Cheng, CFP® Pro: Meet our guest — Amy Wirtz, a consultant with The Family Business Consulting Group
The Art of Exit Planning: What you need to know to make the most of the future of you company
Nov. 7, 2022: It’s Here! Have you registered for NDLW — Nov. 7-11
Meet Monday's speaker: Dr. Karen Ferguson
November 2002: On episode 2 of Money Mountaineering with Actuary Peter Neuwirth, meet Barry H. Sacks, PhD, JD, Reverse Mortgage/Retirement Portfolio Longevity Expert
From reverse mortgages to leaving a legacy, learn how to generate lifetime income
Nov. 1, 2022: It’s just a week away — National Distance Learning Week, Nov. 7-11
As we shared in last week’s News, NDLW is almost here, and we are thrilled to have you join us November 7-11 for a week filled with 10 complimentary webinars. Tune in at 1pm and 3pm ET each day as USDLA hosts its 15th annual National Distance Learning Week.
The Joy of Connecting People with Meetup organizer Cherie Werner
Cherie Werner has always desired to help others feel seen, thought of, and experience a true sense of belonging.
Oct. 25, 2022: Countdown to National Distance Learning Week, Nov. 7-11
Join us for our 15th Anniversary Celebration: Meet some of our fabulous speakers!
Oct. 18, 2022: This week’s spotlight is on our Gold-level sponsor, Logitech
USDLA is at its strongest point in history thanks to our powerful partners and sponsors who not only support us financially but provide insight and education to our members about exciting developments in the distance learning industry.
Oct. 11, 2022: NDLW Update and 2022 Conference Recordings Now Available
This year’s theme: Leadership Across All Aspects of Distance Learning
October 2022: Welcome to episode 1 of Money Mountaineering with Actuary and Author Peter Neuwirth
Check out this monthly series that will give you financial insights into how to manage your money through your entire life
Sept. 27, 2022: Who Doesn’t Love Merlot?
Sept. 27, 2022 — A note from Gerry Hanley, executive director of Merlot.org: If you haven’t used our service yet, I am thrilled to introduce you to the MERLOT project, which began in 1997 when the California State University Center for Distributed Learning developed and provided free access to MERLOT: www.merlot.org.
Sept. 20, 2022: USDLA Public Policy — Opinion piece: Urgency Needed for K-12 Security Governance Policies
As we know, school cybersecurity governance requires being proactive. Some of the critical factors include developing a response plan, designating a security coordinator, and auditing and updating systems.
Sept. 13, 2022: New Friday Webinar Series from the US Distance Learning Association
Free Weekly Webinars keep you in touch, in the know, and involved with USDLA
Episode 65 — Don’t miss this week’s episode of Margaritas with Marguerita Cheng, CFP® Pro: Meet our guest — Carina Diamond, CXO, Dakota Wealth Management
Making a difference with Diversitas — New ways to expand diversity in wealth management
Sept. 6, 2022 — Back to School: Check out new offerings from USDLA
In celebration of us all heading back to school this month, I am happy to announce a handful of exciting things at the US Distance Learning Association.
Aug. 30, 2022: EdTech explains, “Online Learning Can Lead to Increased Success for Minority Students in Higher Education”
Digital learning increases access to equitable higher education and can catalyze improved course outcomes for historically marginalized students.
Aug. 19, 2022: Public Policy Issue of the Month: Dual enrollment and the use of open education resources
Public policy issues that will continue to be on the radar for 2022 and the next few years include dual enrollment and the use of open education resources. Both topics impact k-12 and higher education
Aug. 11, 2022: Board Member Spotlight — Meet Dr. Beverly Knox-Pipes, membership chair and passionate Distance Education/eLearning thought leader
A Woman with a Vision — Pioneer, Speaker, Trend-Setter
National Distance Learning Week is on the horizon: Nov. 7-11
A Note from USDLA President Eric Jones
Aug. 8, 2022: USDLA National Conference Recap: Thanks to you our National Conference was a huge success!
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Meet Eric Jones, USDLA president 2022-2023
Opening doors to global education
Aug. 6, 2022: USDLA Partner Product Spotlight: Yellowdig Online Learning Platform
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Episode 64 — Learn about the importance of life insurance with Steve Gruber, today’s guest on Margaritas with Marguerita Cheng, CFP® Pro
Do you really need life insurance?
July 29, 2022: Thanks to you, our National Conference was a Huge Success
Pat Cassella, executive director US Distance Learning Association (USDLA)
July 5, 2022: USDLA July 2022 National Conference: You will love meeting these speakers!
Meet the leaders who are guiding distance learning around the country
Six Ways To Minimize College Costs And Maximize Savings For Separated And Divorced Parents
Meet Vicki Vollweilder, MBA, CDC, founder of College Financial Prep
Episode 62 — College + Divorce: What do you need to know? Expert Vicki Vollweilder, founder of College Financial Prep, offers insights today on Margaritas with Marguerita Cheng, CFP® Pro
How can parents best prepare to help their children with college when facing divorce (even if they have a high net worth)?
Episode 61 — Do you have questions about “Gray Divorce?” Join us for today’s episode of Margaritas with Marguerita Cheng, CFP® Pro and find answers from Kelly Mould, senior VP and Wealth Sales Team Lead, Johnson Financial Group
Estate planning and elder care, gray divorce: Discover what you need to knowFinance Rules: How to Keep a Money Journal
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Episode 19: Learn why mindset matters with mental health advocate Kevin Cahill — today on Kara Kihm’s “Discovering My Wings” Show
The power of presence
Pete Neuwirth’s Money Mountaineering Holistic Financial Wellness Principle #6: Optimism Bias
Optimism Bias and a Failure of Imagination
Pete Neuwirth’s Money Mountaineering Holistic Financial Wellness Principle #5: Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst
Fragility, Hidden Risks, and How the World Changes
Pete Neuwirth’s Money Mountaineering Holistic Financial Wellness Principle #4: Fear is the Enemy of Curiosity
Hustling Chess, Overcoming Fear, and Getting Curious
Pete Neuwirth’s Money Mountaineering Holistic Financial Wellness Principle #3: Due Diligence
Pete Neuwirth’s Money Mountaineering Holistic Financial Wellness Principle #3: Due Diligence
Pete Neuwirth’s Money Mountaineering Holistic Financial Wellness Principle #2: Debts of Gratitude
Keeping the lights on with home-cooked meals
Pete Neuwirth’s Money Mountaineering Holistic Financial Wellness Principle #1: Adapting to Change
Every person’s values, objectives, and financial situation are unique and multi-dimensional. Therefore, make every financial decision consistent with who you are, considering the totality of your own specific financial picture.
Today on the Truly Amazing Women Show: Take a guided meditation vacation with Psychotherapist Silvia Stenitzer, host, the Soul Action Podcast
Introducing Silvia Stenitzer's Soul Action Radio Show
Meet Barry H. Sacks, PhD, JD, Reverse Mortgage/Retirement Portfolio Longevity Expert
After spending 35 years as an ERISA attorney specializing in qualified retirement plans, Dr. Barry Sacks used the depth and breadth of his skills to discover a role for a reverse mortgage to help make a retirement portfolio last longer.
Episode 59 — Are Emerging Markets still worth an allocation? To find out, don’t miss today’s interview on Margaritas with Marguerita Cheng, CFP® Pro with Perth Tolle, founder of Life + Liberty Indexes
EM has had a terrible run. Why is that?
Mastering the Mind-Body Connection with psychotherapist Silvia Stenitzer
What turned Silvia on to the remarkable power of the body/mind connection?
Silvia Stenitzer is back on the Living from Happiness podcast show — Today’s topic: Self-awareness and Self-Compassion
Today on the Living from Happiness Show: Learn how to have more Self-Love and Self-Compassion
May 22, 2-3pm ET: Journal to Celebrate with Alina Liao, Zenit Journals
Celebration is a powerful form of self-care, resilience, and of resistance, explains Alina Liao, founder of Zenit Journals
May 2022: Overcoming Morning Anxieties
By Alina Liao, founder, Zenit Journals