Category Archives: Applied Learning

Discoveries Abound: What the Brain Can Teach Medical Assistants

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White and gray matter, meninges, the cerebellum—Broadview University-Layton students got a firsthand look at these and other areas of the brain recently.  The students, who are taking the Human Anatomy and Physiology II class as part of the medical assistant … Continue reading

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Parking Lot Paves the Way to Real-World Learning

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(BOISE) As a steady stream of cars snake their way through the parking lot at the Idaho Transportation Department on State Street in Boise, there is a lot more going on here than meets the eye. While the Better Business … Continue reading

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Service Is for the Birds: Vet Tech Student Completes Project at Wildlife Rehab Center

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Morgan Pedersen, veterinary technology degree student at Broadview University-Orem, grew up with dogs as pets and worked a little bit with horses and cattle. When she decided on a service learning project, she wanted one that would stretch her comfort … Continue reading

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Here’s One Way to ‘Blaze’ a Path to a Massage Therapy Career

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Anyone who is active with sports like running, hiking, canoeing, etc., can be prone to injury. Summer is quickly approaching, and understanding the importance of massage during those outdoor activities will help with prevention and healing. Massage therapy program students … Continue reading

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Hay U: The Best Way to Spend Spring Break

(EMMETT) When people think about college kids and spring break, they often get images of rowdy crowds, the beach scene, all-out wildness, and having fun. Well, that’s not exactly how it goes down in Emmett, Idaho. The closest beach is … Continue reading

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Database Design: Where to Start?

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Ever had to put a project together? Getting a project started can be difficult, especially when dealing with a new concept. But, following the right steps can increase efficiency in the planning stages. Information technology degree students at Broadview University … Continue reading

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To Ghana with Love – How One Student Crosses Cultures

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Culture can cover many aspects of a person’s life. Culture can mean different foods. It can mean different clothing styles. It can mean different opportunities. For many, when they travel to different countries they may experience what is known as … Continue reading

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Poked, Prodded and Squeezed for Dear Life

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(MERIDIAN) A hands-on effort to save lives recently invaded Broadview University. The Boise campus held its first-ever Health Fair during Heart Health Month, and organizations of all sizes came together to help. From the American Red Cross on one side … Continue reading

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9 Students Help Give 7 Dogs a Second Chance

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Many adventures start out with a glimmer of an idea and evolve into something extraordinary. That was the case with an idea that began in Christy Davey’s mind. When the Global Citizenship class at Broadview University-Orem was asked to brainstorm … Continue reading

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4 Ways to Keep Your Pet Smiling

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The dentist’s office is probably on the bottom of your list of favorite places to go. But we all understand the importance of keeping good dental hygiene.  The same can be said for your furry friend, but their choppers rarely … Continue reading

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