University of Phoenix Hosts Back-to-school Webinar for Working Adults

By: University of Phoenix via Business Wire

August 15, 2025 at 15:05 PM EDT

August 28 event features insights and practical guidance for working adults planning to pursue a degree

University of Phoenix is pleased to announce an upcoming webinar, “Back to School as an Adult: Funding, Balance and More,” scheduled for Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 2:00 pm EDT. The event is free and open to the public, and will feature a live, welcoming panel discussion with University leaders sharing insights on choosing a program, balancing responsibilities and cost saving strategies for working adults on a career-focused educational path.

“Whether you're looking to earn your first degree, switch careers, or sharpen your skills, it’s never too late to go back to school,” shares Christina Neider, Ed.D., associate provost of Colleges. “We designed this session to share what we’ve all learned from working with our students, designing educational programs, being students ourselves, and lessons along the way to empower adults at any stage of life to take the next step in their educational journey.”

Attendees will gain clarity on what to consider and expect in a back-to-school transition for working adults.

Webinar Highlights:

Expert panel discussion with education leaders
How to choose a program that fits individual goals and lifestyles
Tips for balancing school, work, family and other responsibilities
Financial aid options and cost saving strategies, including transfer credit and credit for work or life experience

Speakers:

Christina Neider, Ed.D., Associate Provost of Colleges,
Pamela Roggeman, Ed.D., dean, College of Education, and
Rebecca Goff, director, Student Financial Services.

Moderators:

Hillary Halpern, senior director of Program Deployment, and
Chelse Thomas, senior manager of Provost Initiatives and Academic Program Lifecycle.

About University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix innovates to help working adults enhance their careers and develop skills in a rapidly changing world. Flexible schedules, relevant courses, interactive learning, skills-mapped curriculum for our bachelor’s and master’s degree programs and a Career Services for Life® commitment help students more effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while balancing their busy lives. For more information, visit phoenix.edu/blog.html.