澳门天天彩开奖记录

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Life as a Phoenix

Experience what it鈥檚 like to be a Phoenix with The College Tour, as seen on Amazon Prime. This series showcases students and alumni nationwide who pursued their educational goals through 澳门天天彩开奖记录 while balancing school, work and life.

College Tour Intro


1 00:00:07,424 --> 00:00:09,342 I'd like to introduce you to someone 2 00:00:09,342 --> 00:00:12,804 who is the embodiment of what it means to be a Phenix. 3 00:00:13,096 --> 00:00:13,722 Meet Dr. 4 00:00:13,722 --> 00:00:18,351 Rose Lorenzo, a three time graduate who used her doctorate research 5 00:00:18,518 --> 00:00:21,646 to start a business. Like most students, Dr. 6 00:00:21,646 --> 00:00:25,108 Lorenzo didn't let her life get in the way of her education. 7 00:00:25,275 --> 00:00:27,819 And now she has a pretty fascinating story to tell. 8 00:00:28,028 --> 00:00:29,612 Take it away, Rose. 9 00:00:33,908 --> 00:00:35,785 Thanks for the introduction, Alex. 10 00:00:35,785 --> 00:00:36,911 Hi, everybody. 11 00:00:36,911 --> 00:00:39,456 I started my college degree right out of high school. 12 00:00:39,706 --> 00:00:42,834 But then life happened and I had to place everything on hold. 13 00:00:43,043 --> 00:00:46,421 But when my youngest daughter decided to go to college, I decided 14 00:00:46,421 --> 00:00:49,716 it was time to return to school and finish what I had started. 15 00:00:49,966 --> 00:00:53,261 Many years ago, I chose the University of Phenix 16 00:00:53,261 --> 00:00:57,015 because they offered the flexibility to work full time and attend school. 17 00:00:57,640 --> 00:01:01,686 As a working professional, I could fit my classes around my work and my life. 18 00:01:02,103 --> 00:01:06,816 That flexibility allowed me to earn my bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree. 19 00:01:07,776 --> 00:01:09,819 Throughout my journey at university of Phenix, 20 00:01:09,819 --> 00:01:13,907 I encountered an amazing population of students driven to achieve their goals. 21 00:01:14,491 --> 00:01:17,619 Because I received all of my degrees from the University of Phenix, 22 00:01:17,619 --> 00:01:22,791 I interacted with students from education to technology and everything in between. 23 00:01:23,249 --> 00:01:26,544 Most were working professionals from various industries. 24 00:01:27,253 --> 00:01:30,423 During my doctoral program, I met three like minded classmates 25 00:01:30,423 --> 00:01:34,844 that completely changed my career path through our combined research. 26 00:01:34,886 --> 00:01:36,846 We started Hackathon JR, 27 00:01:36,846 --> 00:01:40,725 a nonprofit organization that teaches children how to code and problem 28 00:01:40,725 --> 00:01:44,896 solving with technology, with the mission to improve emotional intelligence 29 00:01:45,188 --> 00:01:49,150 through communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity. 30 00:01:49,526 --> 00:01:54,364 The scenic Community University of Phenix fosters help to make our dream a reality. 31 00:01:54,781 --> 00:01:57,408 The University of Phenix is designed for busy adults 32 00:01:57,826 --> 00:02:01,204 because the education not only helps you learn skills for a job, 33 00:02:01,538 --> 00:02:04,916 but also creates a connection with like minded individuals 34 00:02:05,125 --> 00:02:08,378 that can propel you to the next level in your career. 35 00:02:08,378 --> 00:02:09,671 And life. 36 00:02:09,671 --> 00:02:13,925 The online environment at University of Phenix gave me the opportunity to meet 37 00:02:13,925 --> 00:02:18,221 nontraditional adult students like me and build a professional network. 38 00:02:18,847 --> 00:02:22,225 University of Phenix also contributed to my professional growth 39 00:02:22,433 --> 00:02:26,229 by giving me confidence to write a book and start Ice Flow Academy, 40 00:02:26,437 --> 00:02:29,899 a charter high school that focuses on entrepreneurship in STEM. 41 00:02:30,650 --> 00:02:33,194 That's my story. Back to you. Alex. 42 00:02:39,826 --> 00:02:41,828 What an amazing story. 43 00:02:41,828 --> 00:02:47,542 Like Rose, many help students juggle work life and family while going to school. 44 00:02:47,709 --> 00:02:50,837 But what defines them is the grit and determination 45 00:02:51,045 --> 00:02:54,549 to face life's responsibilities head on and succeed. 46 00:02:54,966 --> 00:02:57,594 From business owners to role model parents, 47 00:02:57,760 --> 00:03:00,638 it's awesome to see where their degrees can take them. 48 00:03:00,847 --> 00:03:01,431 Thanks, Rose.

AlumnA Dr. Rose Lorenzo

School听that fits you

澳门天天彩开奖记录 was designed for busy adults like Rose. That's why we offer the flexibility to do class on your time 鈥 from anywhere 鈥斕齛nd learn and connect with our community of students like you.

"As a working professional, I could fit my classes around my work and my life."

Dr. Rose Lorenzo
BSCJA 2014 | MBA 2016 | DM 2020

Alumna Devon Moody-Graham

Online, but never alone

Devon had access to a vast community of support 鈥 from academic counselors and faculty to fellow students and a network of 50 alumni chapters nationwide. As a Phoenix, you can too.

"The classes in the online community let me meet people from all walks of life who are in various stages of their careers."

Devon Moody-Graham
MBA 2006

Alumna Dr. Rose Lorenzo

School that fits you

澳门天天彩开奖记录 was designed for busy adults like Rose. That's why we offer the flexibility to do class on your time 鈥 from anywhere 鈥 and learn and connect with our community of students like you.

"As a working professional, I could fit my classes around my work and my life."

Dr. Rose Lorenzo
BSCJA 2014 | MBA 2016 | DM 2020

Alumna Devon Moody-Graham

Online, but never alone

Devon had access to a vast community of support 鈥 from academic counselors and faculty to fellow students and a network of 50 alumni chapters nationwide. As a Phoenix, you can too.

"The classes in the online community let me meet people from all walks of life who are in various stages of their careers."

Devon Moody-Graham
BSCJA 2014 | MBA 2016 | DM 2020

Dedicated support

Alumnus Jahmar Robinson

1:1 student support

Jahmar had a support team available up to 14 hours a day, five days a week. Our academic counselors are with you every step of the way and have earned a 5-star rating from 85% of our surveyed students. [1]

[1] Transactional Survey, September 2022-August 2023 (23,739 respondents)

"I knew I needed a university who would have my back, the way my family always does."

Jahmar Robinson
BSCPSS 2021

Alumna Shammai Terry

Career services 鈥 for life

For Shammai, career growth is a top priority. That's why we provide students with a lifetime of personalized career support, from 1:1 guidance and resume help to interview skills and more.

"My advisor empowered me to understand my dreams and go achieve them."

Shammai Terry
AACJ 2009 | BSB 2018 | MBA 2020 | Future DM

Alumnus Tom脕s Le贸n

Faculty with real-world experience

With an average of over 28+ years of experience, our faculty are collaborative, strategic partners in learning and skilled in encouraging, challenging and inspiring adult students like Tom谩s.

"澳门天天彩开奖记录's practitioner faculty know how to engage and instruct adult students."

Tom谩s Le贸n
MBA 2000

Dedicated support

Alumnus Jahmar Robinson

1:1 student support

Jahmar had a support team available up to 20 hours a day, five days a week. Our academic counselors are with you every step of the way and have earned a 5-star rating from 90% of our surveyed students.*

* Citation for 90%: Transactional Survey, August 2021-22 (18,645 respondents)

"I knew I needed a university who would have my back, the way my family always does."

Jahmar Robinson
BSCPSS 2021

Alumna Shammai Terry

Career services 鈥 for life

For Shammai, career growth is a top priority. That's why we provide students with a lifetime of personalized career support, from 1:1 guidance and resume help to interview skills and more.

"My advisor empowered me to understand my dreams and go achieve them."

Shammai Terry
AACJ 2009 | BSB 2018 | MBA 2020 | Future DM

Alumnus Tom脕s Le贸n

Faculty with real-world experience

With an average of over 26 years of experience, our faculty are collaborative, strategic partners in learning and skilled in encouraging, challenging and inspiring adult students like Tom谩s.

"澳门天天彩开奖记录's practitioner faculty know how to engage and instruct adult students."

Tom谩s Le贸n
MBA 2000

Balance work & life

Alumnus Vernon Wiggins

Flexibility of online classes

澳门天天彩开奖记录 gave Vernon the freedom to learn when and where he wanted. Online college classes on your schedule mean never having to miss work or a life event because of school.

"I chose 澳门天天彩开奖记录 because of its online learning platform. I didn鈥檛 have to put my life or career on hold while I pursued my education."

Vernon Wiggins
BSM 2012 | MBA 2021

Alumnus Scott Kirby

Self-paced learning

Scott earned his degree in under a year for less than $11K through one of our competency-based programs. These programs allow students to leverage their previous experience to earn degrees faster and upskill professionally.

"澳门天天彩开奖记录 makes it possible to satisfy educational needs while maintaining a work-life balance."

Scott Kirby
BSM 2020 | MBA-CB 2021

Alumnus Dr. Patrick Horton

Credit for military experience

We鈥檙e dedicated to serving the educational goals of military students like Patrick. Have your military experience evaluated for potential college credit and attend class online, even while overseas.

"When I was released from U.S. Army active duty, I dreamed of continuing my education. But school wasn鈥檛 an option. Then I found 澳门天天彩开奖记录."

Dr. Patrick Horton
BSIT 2008 | MBA 2009 | DM 2018

Balance work & life

Alumnus Vernon Wiggins

Flexibility of online classes

澳门天天彩开奖记录 gave Vernon the freedom to learn when and where he wanted. Online college classes on your schedule mean never having to miss work or a life event because of school.

"I chose 澳门天天彩开奖记录 because of its online learning platform. I didn鈥檛 have to put my life or career on hold while I pursued my education."

Vernon Wiggins
BSM 2012 | MBA 2021

Alumnus Scott Kirby

Self-paced learning

Scott earned his degree in under a year for less than $11K through one of our competency-based programs. These programs allow students to leverage their previous experience to earn degrees faster and upskill professionally.

"澳门天天彩开奖记录 makes it possible to satisfy educational needs while maintaining a work-life balance."

Scott Kirby
BSM 2020 | MBA-CB 2021

Alumnus Dr. Patrick Horton

Credit for military experience

We鈥檙e dedicated to serving the educational goals of military students like Patrick. Have your military experience evaluated for potential college credit and attend class online, even while overseas.

"When I was released from U.S. Army active duty, I dreamed of continuing my education. But school wasn鈥檛 an option. Then I found 澳门天天彩开奖记录."

Dr. Patrick Horton
BSIT 2008 | MBA 2009 | DM 2018

Save time & money

Alumus Jason Wells

Earn your degree faster, for less

For Jason, tuition costs were a barrier in furthering his higher education. But 澳门天天彩开奖记录 offered options to help fit school into his life and budget, with many ways to save along the way.

"The competency-based program challenged me to leverage the knowledge and skills I've gained from work experience 鈥 while fitting school into my budget and schedule, and not the other way around."

Jason Wells
MBA-CB 2022

Explore ways to save on your degree

Transfer credits

Earn your degree without starting from scratch. We request your transcripts for you.

Scholarships

Explore over $1 million in scholarship opportunities for new or transfer students.

Employer benefits

Your employer may help cover the cost of your tuition. See if yours is on the list.

Save time & money

Alumus Jason Wells

Earn your degree faster, for less

For Jason, tuition costs were a barrier in furthering his higher education. But 澳门天天彩开奖记录 offered options to help fit school into his life and budget, with many ways to save along the way.

"The competency-based program challenged me to leverage the knowledge and skills I've gained from work experience 鈥 while fitting school into my budget and schedule, and not the other way around."

Jason Wells
MBA-CB 2022

Explore ways to save on your degree

Transfer credits

Earn your degree without starting from scratch. We request your transcripts for you.

Scholarships

Explore over $1 million in scholarship opportunities for new or transfer students.

Employer benefits

Your employer may help cover the cost of your tuition. See if yours is on the list.

Alumni community

Alumna Paula Hutchinson

Alumni network of over one million

Paula is heavily involved in our community of more than 1 million alumni. Enjoy alumni perks such as 50 alumni chapters, community events, professional networking, career advice and tuition discounts.

"We share skills, contacts, advice and opportunities. We help each other navigate life's challenges."

Paula Hutchinson
AABFN 2018 | BSB 2020 | MAEd/AET 2022 | Future EdD

Alumni community

Alumna Paula Hutchinson

Alumni network of over one million

Paula is heavily involved in our community of more than 1 million alumni. Enjoy alumni perks such as 50 alumni chapters, community events, professional networking, career advice and tuition discounts.

"We share skills, contacts, advice and opportunities. We help each other navigate life's challenges."

Paula Hutchinson
AABFN 2018 | BSB 2020 | MAEd/AET 2022 | Future EdD

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