UOPX alumnus Jahmar Robinson on academic support

0:00 (bright music) 0:07 - Let's meet Jahmar Robinson. 0:09 Hailing from Florida, Jahmar attended school 0:12 while completing the police academy and raising a family. 0:15 With so much going on he nearly quit on multiple occasions, 0:19 but he credits support from his academic counselor 0:22 and a host of online resources 0:24 with helping him reach graduation. 0:27 Over to you Jahmar. 0:28 (bright music continues) 0:32 - Thanks for the introduction, Alex. 0:34 As a hardworking father and husband, 0:36 I've always stood on the principle 0:37 of putting my family first. 0:38 However, in order to accomplish having a successful career, 0:42 I knew I needed a university that would have my back 0:44 the way my family always does. 0:47 The University of Phoenix did exactly that. 0:49 In fact, the enrollment process was easy 0:52 and I was supported by a knowledgeable 0:53 and experienced academic counselor who helped me 0:56 to evaluate my short-term and long-term goals 0:59 to complete my program. 1:00 I quickly understood that nothing is unachievable, 1:03 not even having a complicated work schedule 1:05 or a busy home life. 1:07 My academic counselor always had a solution. 1:10 The online academic platform also provided access 1:13 to a lot of resources, tools, and services, 1:16 wherever and whenever I needed it. 1:18 For example, the University of Phoenix has 1:20 an online student library 1:22 where you can get access to numerous peer scholar materials, 1:25 digital textbooks, research articles. 1:28 You can even get connected to an online tutor 1:31 that can assist you with a specific subject area. 1:34 Two of my favorite features in the online portal 1:36 for students are the 24 hour tech support 1:39 and the selection of online student communities 1:42 that you can join to connect 1:43 with other Phoenixes in your program. 1:46 The University of Phoenix has allowed me 1:47 to enhance my career tremendously 1:50 without missing important parts of my family life. 1:52 In fact, while I attended the University of Phoenix, 1:55 I was able to continue working in my career 1:57 as a police officer in my local community, 1:59 all while welcoming my newborn son into the world. 2:03 You see, it doesn't matter which major you choose 2:05 or how busy your life is. 2:07 The University of Phoenix will be with you 2:09 while you are in pursuit of your academic goals. 2:11 And trust me, I know this 'cause I'm a Phoenix. 2:14 Back to you Alex. (mellow music) 2:21 - Thanks for sharing your story, Jahmar. 2:24 Academic advisors clearly help students stay connected 2:28 to the university wherever they are, 2:30 and the support doesn't stop there. 2:32 Students also have access to financial advisors 2:35 who can help find ways to save time and money 2:38 on a degree throughout their educational journey. 2:40 Thanks for sharing. 2:42 (bright music)