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The University of Akron
December 18, 2023
Minyon Patton
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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Works of Wonder
What inspired you to pursue an online college education, and how did you get started?
I started school many years ago and end up having 2 heart surgeries and a eye surgery lost everything I owned from being off of work for a over year.
Yet i still was determined to get my degree and so i took my time and asked God for guidance and finally graduated with my Associates and I'm continuing to complete my Bachelors.
What challenges have you faced while pursuing your degree online, and how have you overcome them?
illness and poverty losing everything just remained focused and steadfast.
How have you balanced your online coursework with other responsibilities, such as work or family?
I do homework on sunday after church my family understands that.
What have you found to be the benefits of pursuing a college education online, compared to traditional on-campus learning?
The benefits of pursuing a education online is the convenience of being able to work a full time job and not having to be on campus all day.
How have you stayed motivated and engaged in your online classes, and what strategies have you used to ensure your success?
I just focus on the Goal of graduating that is what motivates me.
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 think it is amazing everyone does not have the opportunity afforded to them.
Also, it lets us online students know we are not forgotten about.
What significance does socializing, networking, and participating in events focused on networking and community service hold for you?
The interactions or conversations elicited by events helps students build relationships, understand different perspectives and engage other cultures. Social events provide an opportunity to expand one’s social circle.
A community hub creates opportunities for people to meet like-minded peers, share knowledge and collaborate that otherwise wouldn’t be possible.
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.