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Faculty Spotlight: Dr. James Thomas

For as long as Dr. James Thomas can remember, becoming a Texas Ranger was his dream. At just nine years old, after countless Saturday mornings spent watching westerns with his father in the piney woods of East Texas, he set his heart on the path of law enforcement. Decades later, at age 36, that dream … Continued
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Social Workers vs. Psychologists: Which Human Services Path Fits You?

Do you have a passion for human services but don’t know where to start? Maybe you’ve always dreamed about serving people needing help in your community, or perhaps you’ve found yourself more interested in listening to people and helping them with tangible therapeutic means? Whatever the case may be, one thing is for certain: you … Continued

Student Spotlight: Joshua Jones

Meet Joshua Jones, the newly appointed director of Education Preparation Services with the  Texas Education Agency (TEA) and a Wildcat for life. For nearly 18 years, Joshua Jones poured his heart into coaching basketball across Texas. But after 18 years on the court, he began to feel a pull in a new direction—one that would … Continued

Student Spotlight: Roel Santos

Many people hesitate to return to school later in life, wondering if it is too risky or simply too late. But for Roel Santos, a student in the B.S. in Exercise Science program at Ä¢¹½´«Ã½, the decision has sparked a life-changing journey. Blending courage, faith and determination, Santos is not just earning a degree, he … Continued

Faculty Spotlight: Chris Beard

At Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Online, our faculty are not only instructors but also mentors who walk alongside our students in their academic and personal journeys. Their dedication for teaching is deeply connected to Ä¢¹½´«Ã½â€™s mission of transformational education, where learning goes beyond textbooks to shape character and purpose outside of the classroom. This month, we are honored … Continued

Why Resilience is a Part of the Christian Walk

Why Resilience is a Part of the Christian Walk  Resilience, or the ability to withstand or recover from difficult situations, is not just a psychological trait; it is a spiritual necessity for every believer. Throughout Scripture, the Christian life is portrayed as a journey, a race and often, a battle. None of these metaphors is … Continued

A female speech therapist works with a young girl as they practice their sounds and letter enunciation. The Therapist is dressed casually and is holding up alphabetical cue cards as they work together.

Full-Time vs. Part-Time: Which M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology Track Is Right for You?

Pursuing a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) is a significant step toward a rewarding career helping individuals overcome communication and swallowing challenges. At Ä¢¹½´«Ã½, we understand that every student’s journey is unique – which is why our fully online MS-SLP program offers two distinct pathways: a two-year full-time track and a three-year part-time … Continued

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Student Spotlight: Bryan Wong

Bryan Wong was stationed at Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene, Texas, with no idea the university just down the street would one day change his life for the better. During that time, his wife Laressa enrolled in Ä¢¹½´«Ã½â€™s Master’s Program in Organizational and Human Resource Development and spoke highly of her professors, coursework and … Continued

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Student Spotlight: Bobijean Neher

To call Bobijean a recent graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Integrated Studies program is true, but far from the whole story. Her path to higher education has been anything but linear—marked by starts, stops, setbacks and new beginnings. Yet through it all, Bobijean never let go of her love for learning. For her, … Continued

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Exploring Dynamic Careers in Organizational Communication

Wondering what you can do with a degree in Organizational Communication? Spoiler alert: A lot more than you might think. Whether you’re drawn to people, storytelling, strategizing, or developing systems, a degree in Organizational Communication opens doors to a variety of careers. Why? Because every industry needs professionals who can clearly, persuasively, and strategically communicate … Continued