It is that time of year again when I am looking for volunteers to be personal training clients for my senior Exercise Science class. This is a free program that includes testing your health and wellness through a wide variety of assessments and using the knowledge gained from those tests to create an individualized program just for you. The requirement to participate is being willing to meet with your student one day a week; however, the time and day are flexible to your schedule. The program runs through the spring 2026 semester. I have a large class this semester, so I have lots of spots to fill. Please email me if you are interested in this opportunity. I appreciate the assistance in helping me create hands-on learning for my students. 

Email Ashley Pfeiffer: Ashley.Pfeiffer@bhsu.edu 

Dive into FREE professional development classes from prestigious universities and gain professional certifications through the Skill Forward program. By registering for the platform and completing one course before December 31st, you will automatically be entered to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card. 10 winners will be chosen! 

Sample Courses & Certificates include these and more:  

• Resume, Networking & Interviewing Skills  

• Self-Assessment: Developing your Strengths  

• Personal Financial Planning  

• AI for Beginners or Prompt Engineering 

• Career Networking: Build a Social Media Presence 

• Public Speaking 

• Communication Skills and Teamwork 

• Self-Assessment: Developing your Strengths 

• Business Communication 

• Excel for Beginners or Analyzing Data with Excel 

• More! 

Three easy steps to access the platform: 

1. Visit http://www.BHSU.edu/sdceo/SkillForward and register (this redirects to a Verizon branded page) before December 31 

1. Watch for an activation email (sent by a real person, so it may minutes … or could take a day or two) 

1. Click the link to activate and start exploring the platform. Once activated, you’ll have free access to the platform for one full year and may take as many courses or certificates as you wish. 

If you have questions, reach out to Ashley Wingert at Ashley.Wingert@bhsu.edu or Elizabeth Freer at Elizabeth.Freer@bhsu.edu.