I was so elated with the experience that I quickly (two months after graduation) started my Bachelor�s degree at Everglades University. It was a smooth transition in that both institutions used the same platform. Even though I was an experienced student, on occasion I had to reach out to my instructors for assistance. I never had to wait more than twenty-four hours for a response and when I had a crisis, I received immediate assistance from the Dean. As an adult-learner with full-time responsibilities, the staff facilitated my success at every turn. In my bachelor level classes, I found the discussions to be intense and extremely informative. I also observed there to be a great deal of camaraderie with my classmates. I would say that we bonded well. This is so important to an student who can often feel isolated, sitting alone while �going to class.�

I was pleased to learn that Everglades University offers Masters Degree programs . For many of us who find it extremely inconvenient or even impossible to attend a traditional classroom, education is a wonderful way to further one�s education. Thanks to technology and a university that has vision, students are reaping those benefits. Everglades University clearly has that vision and is preparing their students for the future. While taking their program courses, it was apparent to me that Everglades University works hard to provide quality instructors, structured classrooms and a user-friendly staff to assist their students.

I am fortunate to be gainfully employed and am delighted that I am already applying the knowledge that I have gained in my studies. I am amazed how my thinking, communication and planning skills have improved. To me, learning is addictive! The more I learn, the more I want to learn. By the way, I am going for my Masters degree at Everglades University."

Major: BS in Applied Management

Carol Claremont - 2003 Graduate Boca Raton Campus

"I started working on my Bachelor�s Degree in 1980 when most of the current students were probably just learning to walk and talk. I loved going to school but, unfortunately, life always seemed to get in the way. I was a single mother of two who was working hard to make ends meet. I received a promotion, which required that I travel around the State of Florida hiring and training new employees. While the promotion was a good thing, the demands of travel required me to put my education on hold for almost 20 years.

In 2000, I finally found my way back to school. Everglades University seemed just the right choice for me as having a choice of on-Degree Programs or on-campus classes fit right in to my busy work schedule. Life continued to get in the way. I survived a bout with Breast Cancer; I lost my precious father; and I have another demanding job. However, this time, with the encouragement from the Everglades University faculty and staff, I finally completed my Bachelor�s Degree at the age of 54.

I am the first person in my immediate family to earn a Bachelor�s Degree.  In fact, I am the only one of my generation on either side of my family to do so. This makes me very proud. The graduation ceremony was very special to me. However, there were others in attendance who should be even prouder as they overcame obstacles greater than the ones I faced. It was an honor to be among their presence that day".

Major: B.S. in Business Administration

Eboney Mohorn - 2004 Graduate Boca Raton Campus

"Everglades makes you feel like you are a person instead of a number like other colleges, they are concerned."

Major: B.S. in Business Administration

Barbara Ferry - 2002 Graduate Boca Raton Campus

"I am a 41-year-old single female. I currently am employed full-time as a Junior Staff Accountant at a local residential facility for people with mental illness. I have been with the agency for three years. Previously, I held a variety of positions during my 11-� year tenure at Goodwill Industries of Broward County, Inc. I have been employed part-time as an independent home delivery newspaper carrier for the Sun-Sentinel since July 5, 2000 as well.

I began taking classes with Everglades in August 2000 in order to complete my Bachelors degree in Business Administration. Most of the classes I have taken have been through the distance-learning program. I learn quickly and prefer to work on my own. I also find that I am better able to fit school into my schedule this way and still have time for everything that I need to accomplish. Compared to my prior college experience, I have discovered that the accelerated program is much more conducive to learning. I am able to concentrate on one subject at a time and then move onto the next. I feel I am better able to retain material this way as opposed to trying to learn three or four subjects at the same time.

I chose Everglades College over other distance-learning programs because I preferred the family atmosphere the college projects. I didn�t want to be just another number, which is what happens at the larger schools. I like the personal approach which makes the learning experience much more comfortable. I would strongly recommend Everglades College over any other school."

Major: B.S. in Applied Management

Stephan Cenatus - 2002 Graduate Boca Raton Campus

"I graduated in October 2002 from the Bachelors Degree program in Business Administration at Everglades University. I went immediately into the MBA program. My final project at Everglades University had to do with a business I would like to have. By designing this business plan, which Everglades prepared me for, I was able to have all the tools needed to build a successful independent recording label business, which is on its way to being the largest in Florida. Thanks, Everglades University."