Camilo Medina of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, earned a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts in 2015. He shares, “I received a Bachelor of Science degree in Liberal Arts from Excelsior University (formerly Excelsior College) in 2015 while serving in the U.S. Army. Following my retirement from the military, I was able to leverage my degree to secure a position at Indian River State College (Florida), where I now serve as the coordinator for the Veteran’s Center of Excellence.”

James Winter of Buckeye, Arizona, earned BS in Liberal Arts in 2009. He shares, “I will be starting my eighth school year in teaching at Odyssey Preparatory Academy (International Baccalaureate School) here in the fall and starting my 17th year of public service. My youngest is a senior in HS this fall, another to serve an LDS two-year mission abroad, another finishing his HS and the two oldest working and thriving! Our Winter wonderland is in great shape!”

Ernest Blanchard of Lowell, Michigan, earned a BS in 1987. They share, “My Doctor of Business Administration was conferred on Oct. 23, 2023. Graduation was on May 1, 2024.”

Leslie Chamblee of Lakeland, Wisconsin, earned an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing in 2015. He shares, “My degree in Nursing from Excelsior led me to more education in Nursing.  I obtained my BSN and then MSN to become a nurse educator. I now run the nursing simulation lab for Keiser University/Lakeland Campus. I had no idea I would like simulation so much, but I have found my niche.”

Bernadine Claus of Ballston Lake, New York, earned an MS in Nursing Education in 2019. She shares, “My degree has prepared me for the role of director of nursing at Whitney Young Health in Albany, New York.”

Markus Baloney of Houston, Texas, earned an Associate of Science in Nursing in 2017. He shares, “I have obtained the following certifications: CEN, CCRN, and CFRN. I am currently in my dream role as a flight nurse and working towards the development of an online preceptor service. Excelsior Proud!”

Zachary Scovish, of Uncasville, Connecticut, earned an Associate of Science in Nursing in 2023. He shares, “After finally being awarded the chance to earn my Nursing degree, I have been working full time in a community hospital ED, and I have gone on to earn my BSN and obtain my CEN! On top of it all, I am actively working on commissioning in the United States Navy Reserve as a Nurse Corps officer!”

 

 

Benny Rosalin of Piti, Guam, earned a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts in 1995. He shares, “I am both an Army and Marine veteran. I am proud to have received my BS degree from Excelsior University. I am now employed at the office of the governor under community affairs as a staff assistant.”

Christopher Williams of Winston Salem, North Carolina, earned an Associate of Science in Nursing in 2013 and a Master of Science in 2019. He shares, “Excelsior opened so many doors for my career. From completing my ADN in ’13, to MSN in ’19, my career has taken so many steps forward. I have worked as a critical care nurse, nursing director, associate chief nurse, and currently work as a senior health care consultant for a large worldwide firm, using my nursing background to help health care systems improve operations for patient outcomes/experience. Excelsior has, long story short, opened many, many doors for me. I am forever grateful to this school for allowing me to become the health care leader and nurse that I am today.”

Louise Harmon of Battle Ground, Washington, earned a BS in Nursing in 2007. She shares, “I completed my initial Nursing degree (AAS Nursing) in 1974, and although I always found great jobs, I felt limited by a two-year degree. As a single parent raising three teenagers on my own, I realized a bachelor’s degree in Nursing would open doors to better opportunities and more pay, but returning to school seemed like an impossible feat. However, Excelsior’s program allowed me to complete my degree while continuing to work and raise my children. My BS in Nursing helped me to land a nurse case manager position, working for several different employers over a 20-year period. This month, I celebrate my 50th anniversary of being a RN, and yes-I still have an active license!”

Jonathon ‘Scot’ Crismon of Jefferson, Texas, earned a BS in Liberal Arts in 1991. He shares, “I received my degree with Excelsior (Regents) in the ‘90s while working full time. Soon after I would launch my professional career in software technology, and it has been a wonderful ride ever since.  I have been involved in tech startups and multinational corporations and eventually became the CTO of a division of Thomson Reuters. Now I enjoy the simpler path of providing consulting services to private equity and software companies trying to move to the web. Thank you, Excelsior, for helping me to get a Bachelor of Science and being a part of my career story.”

Ben Cunningham of Austin, Texas, earned a Bachelor of Arts in 1978. They share, “After coming home from Vietnam I was trying to finish my undergraduate degree at the University of Houston. I could not receive a language credit from U of H, so I went to the University of the State of New York (now Excelsior University) and was able to graduate. This led me to becoming a peace officer for several years. Following this, I went to law school, and was in law and mediation practice for the last 30 years. I also completed a master’s degree from the University of Philosophical Research. It has been a ride, but I am thankful for Excelsior (and the University of the State of New York). I have been on many legal boards, have published books, articles, and more. Onward and upward at the age of 75 and still learning.”