
Pandora Schaal has always enjoyed working with people. In fact, it’s her dream to be a teacher. The Spokane, Washington, resident was working for Pizza Hut when she discovered the franchise’s educational partnership with Excelsior. It was then that she decided to pursue a bachelor’s degree to move toward her goal of teaching. Schaal …
by Jenna Kerwin | April 15, 2022

“My story is probably a little different from a lot of people,” says Anthony “Tony” Spearman-Leach of Maryland. Like other students, the 1992 Bachelor of Science graduate came to Excelsior College with his own unique tale of what brought him to pursue higher education. Spearman-Leach’s story involves how his dedication to serving others has weaved …
by Jenna Kerwin | March 11, 2022

Jake Smith grew up in a rural community, and one time when the car broke down during a fishing trip with friends, he single-handedly took apart the car’s carburetor and rebuilt it. It was then that Smith’s father knew his son was meant for more than the farm life, so he encouraged Smith to think …
by Jenna Kerwin | March 11, 2022




