Focused on being the best mom, instructor, and nutritionist she can be, Professor Jennifer Gillin seems to be doing it all. From coordinating the M.S. in Nutrition/Dietetic Internship program as director to helping students address food-related crises around the world through faith-based principles and practices, professor Gillin is a professor and scholar hungry to lead … Continued
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month has taken the country to new levels of gratification and remembrance by asking hundreds of Americans to reflect on those who have made great strides for equality, representation, and respect. From breaking racial and gender barriers to introducing new aspects of Asian and Pacific Islander culture to the … Continued
Liz Zamudio sees her role as more than just a mom or student. In fact, she sees herself as an example for others to follow. Whether she’s raising her family, tutoring her kids, battling cancer, or communicating with her professors to complete her degree on-time, Liz is a testament of what it means to be … Continued
Finishing your degree is a great accomplishment. Finding a job afterward can be the tricky part. According to a report by the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, 72% of jobs require postsecondary education or training, and 42% of jobs require a bachelor’s degree. As such, you can certainly expect to have your … Continued
Therapy is one of the most sought after services within the past few years. More than 40 million Americans received mental health treatment, including 15.8% who have reported taking prescription medication and 9.5% who received counseling or therapy from a mental health professional in 2019. Throughout the years, the importance of therapy has left many … Continued
Known for her smiling demeanor and love for children, Drew Davis, adjunct professor in the online Child and Family Services program, is someone who wants to make a difference in big and small ways. Whether she’s teaching undergraduate students the significance of child development, driving her kids to preschool, or serving as a child life … Continued
Radiating as a passionate educator and advocate for knowledge and research, Bashelia Ward, a student in the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership program, aims to bridge her visions for restorative educational practices with her love for fostering equitable opportunities within marginalized communities across schools and districts. As a mom, researcher, and doctoral student … Continued
Community colleges have long been a vital part of the American higher education system. These institutions offer students the opportunity to pursue a variety of educational and training programs at an affordable cost. With lower tuition fees and a range of financial aid options, it’s no wonder that community colleges have provided students accessible pathways … Continued
Focused on creating and distributing award-winning educational curriculum for schools in and around her community, Tina Patterson embodies what it means to have a dream of engaging with students and teachers, and see it come to fruition through hard work, dedication, and resilience. As she embarks on completing her Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership … Continued