Topic: Profile Spotlight
From classroom to courthouse: How flexible degree program helped launch a legal career
For Casey Chu, success in law comes down to precision, persistence, and preparation.
UOnline doctoral program proves the right fit for instructional designer
After years of searching, Rachel Mitchell found the University’s online Ed.D. program strengthened her work in instructional design and AI training.
Double alumna drives strategy and philanthropy in sports and entertainment
Armica Nabaa is CEO of ATB Sports and Entertainment Group, which provides management services for professional athletes and entertainers, including philanthropy, business and lifestyle management, and brand management. She earned her M.S. in Education, Sport Administration online in 2017 and returned to complete her Doctor of Education, Applied Learning Sciences in 2025.
A filmmaker’s dream come true
An alumnus and University of Miami production manager has fulfilled his lifelong dream and crafted his first feature film that will be showcased in upcoming film festivals.
Double alumna drives strategy and philanthropy in sports and entertainment
Armica Nabaa is CEO of ATB Sports and Entertainment Group, which provides management services for professional athletes and entertainers, including philanthropy, business and lifestyle management, and brand management. She earned her M.S. in Education, Sport Administration online in 2017 and returned to complete her Doctor of Education, Applied Learning Sciences in 2025.
Online music certificate prepares creative entrepreneur for next venture
After completing an online certificate in music rights administration and licensing, Kiera Atkins has launched her own record label, released new music, and is continuing her journey in the online Master of Arts in Live Entertainment Management program.
Taking the field with Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl
Frost School alumnus Danny Flores was thrilled to join superstar Bad Bunny in his historic Super Bowl halftime show, playing traditional Puerto Rican music in a concert seen around the world.
Community, pride, and big wins at the GRAMMY Awards
A sense of connection and achievement for the Frost School of Music highlighted the events surrounding the 2026 GRAMMY Awards, even as alumni and faculty earned multiple honors.
Instructor brings theory to life in online doctoral program
An instructional designer at MIT, Luke Hobson helps doctoral students turn learning theory into real-world impact, building student-centered experiences in UOnline’s Doctor of Education, Applied Learning Sciences program.
Grateful for learning and community
Frost Online alum Danny Flores is proud to connect his prolific and successful music industry career with his Frost School experience whenever he can.
‘My tiramisù’: Instructor reflects on first year at Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
A full-time lecturer for the University’s College of Arts and Sciences, Lorella Di Gregorio finds unique joy in teaching lifelong learners at OLLI.
Faculty Q&A: How UOnline Brings Global Learning to Life
Bradford R. McGuinn is director of the newly launched, fully online Master of Arts in International Administration (MAIA) program. In a recent interview, he discussed how the program creates a globally connected learning experience and reflected on the program’s first semester success and the power of accessible, high-quality online education.
