UOnline Student Experience
Winning big on and off the ice
Alex Marie Solomon said seeing two Stanley Cup wins was exciting, but her most treasured memories with the team are of making a difference through the Panthers Foundation, where she interned for the 2024-25 season.
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From online MPA to city and community leader
Since completing her online Master of Public Administration in 2018, Stephanie Thomas has earned her doctorate in health sciences and advanced in her position as deputy city clerk for the city of North Miami.
Journalist and educator says online doctor of education helps him empower his students
Pablo Villa balanced full-time work and raising a family while earning his degree through UOnline and the School of Education and Human Development.
Microsoft manager turns dream into reality with master’s degree from UOnline
Shannal Thomas of Jacksonville said he was born a Canes fan. With his master’s in data analytics and program evaluation, he plans to work toward innovative solutions and make a meaningful difference in the tech industry.
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.
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.
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.
UOnline alumna following in the footsteps of her mentors
Aileen Delgado, who earned her doctorate in education through UOnline over the summer, is shadowing two school administrators as part of a year-long internship in New Jersey.
Students get a backstage pass to European sports
As part of the University’s partnership with LaLiga premier soccer league, students in the sport administration program are eligible for immersive experiences like a weeklong program at LaLiga Business School in Madrid.
Sport administration student lands dream job as recruiter for Miami Hurricanes men’s basketball
As a graduate assistant with the team, Peter Matthews witnessed the historic run to the NCAA Final Four in 2023. He’s now working directly with players as assistant director of recruiting and player development.
Sport administration student and alumnus win big at Panthers’ Stanley Cup victory
Graduate student Ray Zhang earned a front row seat to sports history as an intern with the team; alumnus Matthew Tamindzija worked his way up to the C-suite, celebrating with the team after its Game 7 victory.
