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Delgado Community College

January 24, 2024
Shwann Brignac
Thank you for taking the time to participate in our digital article series, The Digital Connection. Your willingness to share your journey helps bring greater visibility to the experiences of online students and highlights the growing need for inclusive opportunities, like fraternity and sorority involvement, within virtual learning environments.
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What inspired you to pursue an online college education, and how did you get started?
I attended and graduated from a Community College. I was a single mother and wanted to attend a school that would be affordable and offered flexibility with course schedules being that I worked a full time job.
What challenges have you faced while pursuing your degree online, and how have you overcome them?
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How have you balanced your online coursework with other responsibilities, such as work or family?
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What have you found to be the benefits of pursuing a college education online, compared to traditional on-campus learning?
In the future I plan to continue the pursuit of furthering my education while working a full time job. I am planning on attending an online University to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree.
How have you stayed motivated and engaged in your online classes, and what strategies have you used to ensure your success?
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What does it signify to you when organizations like Sigma Chi Psi Sorority and Gamma Sigma Gamma Fraternity attempt to bridge the social gap for students who are pursuing their education online?
I am highly inspired about the organization’s inclusiveness being that it gives individuals an opportunity who aspire to be apart of a sorority or fraternity they would not normally to be apart of.
What significance does socializing, networking, and participating in events focused on networking and community service hold for you?
It means a lot to me. Specifically I believe that building relationships not just within family, friends and work but outside of those areas are important and helps to propel individuals to great levels they are seeking.
Thank you again for being part of The Digital Connection. Your voice adds depth and meaning to this series, and we’re honored to share your perspective. We look forward to amplifying your story and continuing to build a platform that reflects the diverse journeys of online learners everywhere.