Breaking the cycle: A single mother’s journey to a degree and a different future
May 12, 2026Roxanne Contreras’ life has never been easy. She was raised in poverty by a single mother who battled mental illness and alcoholism. Instead of graduating from high school the traditional way, she attended Penn Foster, an online high school that allowed her to enter the workforce at a young age so she could help provide for […]
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When Passion Meets Flexibility: Anthony Montes Nieves Spotlight
May 6, 2026Anthony is the first graduate of the 100% online Geography and Environmental Sustainability program. Like many things in life, learning is rarely a linear process. You’ll advance and challenge yourself. And sometimes you’ll have to pivot. Originally an electrical engineer major when entering college right after high school, Anthony Montes Nieves always loved learning about […]
Geography and Environmental Sustainability / Helpful Articles / Student Spotlight
Student Spotlight: Roger Ruiz, Communication ’25
May 12, 2025A Journey of Resilience and Achievement By: Brett Copeland You can hear his voice on the radio, see his name in publications, read his blogs, catch him on TV or see him around his hometown of San Antonio at life-saving community events. It’s been a dream career-come true for Roger Ruiz – one that now […]
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Student Spotlight: Elsa Trejo, Multidisciplinary Studies ’25
May 9, 2025Busy Mom, Summa Cum Laude Graduate By: Brett Copeland Elsa A. Trejo chose the UTSA Online Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies program for its flexibility and customization, allowing her to tailor her degree to her career goals while maximizing previously earned credits. Living in Laredo, Texas, Elsa needed an institution that allowed her to […]
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Alum Spotlight: Mario Ortega, Multidisciplinary Studies ’24
May 9, 2025Chasing Dreams and Adventure Mario Ortega, Multidisciplinary Studies ’24, is a first-generation college graduate from UTSA Online. After finishing his degree, he moved from his hometown of San Antonio to the Pacific Northwest in search of adventure. Drawing on the skills he learned at UTSA and in his previous role with the City of San […]
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Student Spotlight: Brenda Davila, Multidisciplinary Studies ’24
December 9, 2024Balancing Roles, Breaking Barriers By: Brett Copeland For Brenda Davila, returning to college as an adult was a decision that took years to materialize. Motivated by a desire to fulfill a personal dream and inspire her children, she decided to take a bold step forward. Since she works part time for UTSA Athletics, Davila needed […]
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UTSA employee Amir Ravassipour establishes career path while earning advanced degree
December 6, 2024Amir Ravassipour’s journey to earning a master’s degree at UTSA began with a new chapter in life that included a relocation and a career reset. After earning a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering in his home country of Iran and working as a sales engineer, he migrated to the United States. Upon arrival, he found […]
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Student Spotlight: Iris Gutierrez, Communication ’24
December 2, 2024Balancing Family and Education In Spring 2022, Iris Gutierrez proudly watched one of her four daughters, Ariela, become the first in their family to earn a college degree, graduating from St. Philip’s College. As a teen mom, Iris had always prioritized her four daughters’ success over her own aspirations but seeing them thrive inspired her […]
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Student Spotlight: Sallye Barnes, Communication ‘23
July 31, 2024“This is a bucket list item for me. It’s something I’ve wanted since I was a little girl.” Sallye Barnes shared those word with us before she crossed the stage with her Bachelor of Arts in Communication in Fall 2023, more than 20 years after she began her collegiate journey. Sallye started college right after […]
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UTSA Ranked in Top 5 Best Online Bachelor’s Degrees in Cybersecurity of 2024
June 18, 2024UTSA’s 100% online Bachelor of Business Administration in Cybersecurity program has been listed in the top 5 of the Best Online Bachelor’s Degrees in Cybersecurity of 2024, according to Forbes.com. Coming in at No. 5 in the Nation, UTSA was listed among the best based on the program’s credibility, affordability, student outcomes, student experience, and […]
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Cybersecurity Degree vs. Boot Camp: Which One is Right for Me?
June 6, 2024Have you ever tuned into the news or scrolled through social media and learned about a company experiencing a data breach? Hackers often try to exploit a weakness to access sensitive information. Examples like this are why cybersecurity has become increasingly important. Recently, many students have shown interest in the field and are struggling to […]
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