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US Navy Band musician pivots to career in entertainment management with UOnline degree
Nicole Maldonado Pérez hopes to bring skills gained through her master’s in live entertainment management from the Frost School of Music to her position as manager at a historic music venue in Jacksonville.
Athletic director connects experience with theory through UOnline degree
After more than 30 years in sports, wellness, and education, Jeffrey Jordan will graduate with a master’s in sport administration from the School of Education and Human Development on May 8.
Business intelligence manager levels up through UOnline’s master’s in data analytics
Kelvin Medina, one of the first graduates of the program, said he was looking to differentiate himself in a competitive job market before getting married in 2026.
Global Sport Industry Conference celebrates its 10th year
Hosted by the School of Education and Human Development’s Sport Administration Program, the event draws industry leaders, professional athletes, students, and faculty to tackle leading issues in the business of sports and entertainment.
Miami alumna, 72, returns to the U for doctorate in education
Ruth Smith earned her Ed.D. in December 2024 through UOnline and the School of Education and Human Development. A retired schoolteacher, Smith is the founder and director of Focus Learning Academy, which offers tutoring, test preparation, and other services to students in K-12 and college.
NY Giants player engagement coordinator is first in family to earn master’s degree
Brandon Harlin, a UOnline grad who experienced homelessness as a teen, sees himself as a role model for his community and his three young nephews.
How to Get an Entry-Level Data Analyst Job: A Guide
If you enjoy working with numbers, assessing trends, and solving statistical problems, working as a data analyst might be the right fit for you. Data analysts collect, review, and analyze data sets, using this information to solve complex problems.
Landing a Sports Agent Internship: A Guide
Working as a sports agent is a challenging but rewarding career for those passionate about athletics. Sports agents work with professional athletes, coaches, and teams to negotiate contracts, manage career decisions, handle marketing and PR strategy, and more.
Triple alumna uses tools and strategies learned through UOnline to drive change in Miami-Dade
Rose Martin, executive director of the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women, earned her doctorate in education in December and said she is already applying lessons from the program to her advocacy work.
UOnline alumna breaks barriers to learning with trauma-informed perspective
Sylvie Billings earned her doctorate in education in May and said it has improved her classroom skills through a deeper understanding of how children think and learn. Now, she gets to share those skills with other educators.
What Does a School District Superintendent Do?
While most people are familiar with the role of teachers and principals, the role of a district superintendent is often less understood. You may be wondering, what does a school district superintendent do?
