I was at a crossroads in my life. I worked as a teacher before becoming a stay-at-home mom. Then I found myself getting a divorce with two young children at home and a large job gap in my resume.
I carefully considered my career options and decided that working in a public library would be a great fit for me. I enrolled in UA’s online MLIS program and started the 30-month road to graduation. I didn’t have an American qualification nor any work experience, but completing an internship through UA at my local library led to subbing and finally a full-time job as a youth librarian. I found employment six months before completing the MLIS program!
I am so grateful for the program. Online learning with live classes worked perfectly for me. I was able to keep an eye on my children without the need for babysitters, and it kept me on track because it was so similar to traditional classroom study. Visiting the University for orientation made me feel like I was part of the Alabama tradition, and I still support the Tide to this day!
Now, I work for the same library where I interned and have never been happier in my career. Without UA I would not be financially independent nor have a job that I love. I am so grateful for my experience with The University of Alabama. Thank you so much and Roll Tide!
Published: March 3rd, 2018