Federal Security Specialist & Army Veteran Keeps “Eyes on the Prize” with Master’s in Law Enforcement Leadership
Ruth Rivet’s life story is made up of high-risk, high-reward opportunities, but any resulting adrenaline rush isn’t her motivation.
Student Profiles
Lifelong Learning and ‘Aha Moments’ — One Teacher’s Story
Math teacher Curtis Taylor lives for those “aha moments” when he helps his students achieve a learning breakthrough. “I tell them all the time, ‘I got goosebumps’,” when he witnesses them move from confusion to understanding.
Student Spotlight: Teacher Applies M.Ed. Inspiration to Her Work in the Classroom
Have you ever wondered if earning your Master of Education degree would truly inspire your work in the classroom?
Well, here’s a window into how the University of San Diego’s online M.Ed.
Law Enforcement Veteran Achieves Career Goals After Earning Master’s Degree
Skye Leibee is a police sergeant in Fresno, Calif., with two decades of law enforcement experience, and a strong belief that earning his master’s degree has made him better than ever at the job that he loves.
Police Chief’s Advice on Earning a Master’s Degree in Law Enforcement Leadership — Do it Now
Jennifer Tejada, chief of police in Emeryville, Calif., says getting her master’s degree was “always on my to-do list.” But amid the challenges of balancing a busy career and raising a family, “I kept putting it off.
How a Master’s Degree Program Helped Police Chief Land His Job
Eugene Harris credits his graduate studies at the University of San Diego with helping him advance his career in law enforcement.
Alumni Profile: Amy Zapatka On Her Pursuit for Education Equity
Amy Zapatka is the dean of school culture at Achievement First, a charter school in Providence, RI.
Student Spotlight: Online Law Enforcement Education Offers Jail Deputy Options
Jillian Robards grew up in the San Francisco Bay area but discovered her passion for the field of law enforcement during an internship as a community center officer at UC San Diego.
Alumni Spotlight: First Grade Teacher Accomplishes Personal Goal By Completing Curriculum and Instruction Degree
Kassondra Sosa graduated with her B.A. in elementary education from the University of New Mexico and recently completed her Master of Education degree with a concentration in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of San Diego.
Veteran Views Law Enforcement Education as a Tool for Solving Community Problems
Tom Bailey has worked in civilian law enforcement for more than 20 years.
Alumni Spotlight: A Passion for Nature and Science Made a STEAM Specialization the Perfect Fit for Educator Karl Frank
Karl Frank graduated from the University of Miami with an undergraduate degree in marine biology and anthropology.
Student Spotlight: Why a Lieutenant Watch Commander Decided to Get a Second Master’s Degree
Ryan Flick is a Lieutenant Watch Commander at the Department of Defense in Oceanside, California and a graduate of the Master of Science in Law Enforcement and Public Safety program at University of San Diego.
How Working Towards a Master’s Degree in Law Enforcement Changed an Investigator’s Entire Outlook
Kenneth Ehrman has spent the last 22 years working in law enforcement.
Student Spotlight: Setting an Example for His Son and Fulfilling a Dream
John McKean spent 20 years in the Marines before embarking on his law enforcement career nearly 13 years ago.
Student Spotlight: Building a Force of Peace Officers Through Education and Compassion
Eddie Brock has built a career in law enforcement, working in the field for nearly 24 years after spending five years in the Marine Corps.
Student Spotlight: Using Education to Ease Police Community Tensions and Produce a More Effective Police Force
Alan Mills has been working in law enforcement for 18 years and is currently a Supervisor for the U.S. Border Patrol.
Master of Education: Steven Lustig
How have you applied the lessons you learned in the USD Master of Education Online degree in your work?
There are so many ways I have used the teachings from USD’s Masters of Education in my work.
Master of Education: Joshua Truax
Why did you choose the University of San Diego’s Master of Education Online versus other degrees?
I chose the University of San Diego’s Master of Education online program because of the flexibility; it allowed me to work the classes around my schedule.
Master of Education: Vanessa Araiza
Why did you choose the University of San Diego’s Master of Education Online versus other degrees?
I chose University of San Diego’s Masters of Education Online for the self-paced learning aspect of it. Being able to learn at my own pace was key.