Student Experience: Isaac Juarez

Ascender has helped me come out of my shell, be more active on campus, and step outside my comfort zone. It has also allowed me to build meaningful connections and find inspiration. Through this journey, I have come to see my friends as my family.


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Israel Bazan

Israel Bazan

Costco Associate
“Even though I have spent 15 years working in retail in various leadership roles, the RMC program gave me new points of view and illustrated for me the reasons why many things are done.”
Business
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Kianna, Vaughn

Human Resources
“My dream job is to work in HR for the Dallas Mavericks.”
Human Resources Management
Tondelaya Cannon

Tondelaya Cannon

Facility Specialist AT&T Communications Inc.
“Taking online classes has been a tremendous help to me in achieving my educational goals. I already had a full plate, but with online classes I am able to work on my assignments any time of the day. It gives me the freedom I need to be able to maintain my family life and my academic endeavors.”
Business and Management
Karen Guenther

Karen Guenther

Compliance Inspector Texas State Board of Pharmacy
“With my travel schedule it’s really hard to be in a classroom, and even when I’m in town my work hours are erratic. The strong point of taking courses online is the flexibility and freedom. I can just log on and do my homework at home or on the road in a hotel.”
Accounting
Isaac Juarez
Isaac Juarez
Ascender student

Business
School of Business, Hospitality and Global Trade
Updated May 21, 2026