Student Experience: Karen Guenther
"I work for the Texas State Board of Pharmacy as a compliance inspector, going into pharmacies throughout northeast Texas to make sure they’re complying with state law. I started college at Dallas College right after my son was born.
"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. Distance learning is the best option for me."
Karen Guenther, who earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing and advertising from the University of Texas at Arlington, is earning an associate degree in accounting through online learning.
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Isaac Juarez
Ascender student
“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.”
Business
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Icela Robles
Realtor
Sandyland Estates Home Builders
“In the classes, I learned basically everything I needed to know to work in the real estate business: ethics, laws, guidelines, about the Texas Real Estate Commission — really, all that the business entails — through the Real Estate program.”
Real Estate
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Gina Becerra
Program Services Assistant
Workforce Training
“I was nervous when I first started, but I soon felt comfortable and more confident in myself thanks to the instructors and staff in the BOSS program. They inspired me to try harder and to believe in myself. I feel prepared and ready for what comes my way, and I also know that there are people out there who truly care about me and others like me who want to get ahead in life.”
Business
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Gilberto Tellez
Manager
Fernando’s Mexican Cuisine
“The best and most important thing is the knowledge I learned in Richland’s program. I’ve learned things that I know I will use someday in my career. I’ve learned a lot of things that I’ll be able to put into practice.”
International Business and Trade
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Karen Guenther
Compliance Inspector Texas State Board of Pharmacy
Accounting
School of Business, Hospitality and Global Trade