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GCU changed doctoral learner's life for the better

Erick Hester's time at GCU has turned his dreams into reality. After graduating with his master's from GCU in 2018, it wasn't long before the […]

Learner's goal for doctorate: serving fellow vets

After 28 years of serving the country as a member of the United States Air Force, Stefney Dunson plans to use the research for his […]

Family, doctoral chair are motivation for learner

Christina Solares already has a bachelor's and master's from GCU and enjoyed it so much, she's working on her doctorate. Her connection with her chair, […]

Helping others is key for veteran in doctoral program

Russell "Russ" Kuhn has had an impressive career of service, from his time in the Navy to his work as a Court Appointed Special Advocate […]

Education never gets old for 75-year-old learner

In all her years in academics, Ophelia Brown's love of knowledge never has dwindled. The 75-year-old doctoral learner and retired geriatric nurse practitioner has completed […]

An attorney, a single mom ... and now a doctorate

As a single mother and attorney, Shaina Thompson is no stranger to the struggle of juggling multiple roles. She is seeking a doctoral degree from […]

She's fashioning an inspiring example for her family

Many 25-year-olds still are trying to figure out what to do with their lives. But for Mireille Mukiza, her pursuit of a doctoral degree from […]

Despite challenges, online students reach finish line

The virtual Commencement ceremony for online students Saturday was actually eight prerecorded ceremonies -- one for each college, with a promise of more ceremonies this […]

For 30 years, she never quit on her college dream

No one would blame Rosemary Zuniga for quitting after she started college as a single mother in Las Vegas 30 years ago. She had worked […]