Don't say your DL degrees can't get you a job!

Discussion in 'General Distance Learning Discussions' started by mattbrent, Jun 28, 2012.

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  1. mattbrent

    mattbrent Well-Known Member

    Howdy folks!

    I just wanted to share that tonight I was offered a full-time post as an Assistant Professor of History & Political Science at the community college where I've been an adjunct for three years. Both of my graduate degrees were earned via distance, an MS from Walden University and an MA from WNMU. I fully disclosed this fact during the interview, and stated how I appreciated being able to continue my education, despite living in a rural area without a major university nearby. I explained how participating in such programs exposed me to new teaching and learning methods, and how I believed that could be useful to the college. The panel actually offered positive comments regarding my education, and never once was anything negative said about the fact that I earned my degrees via distance. I think that's a win for not only me, but for DL in general.

    Clearly I'm looking forward to this new adventure! Thanks to all of you who have helped me on my way!

    -Matt
     
  2. carlosb

    carlosb New Member

    Congratulations!
     
  3. rebel100

    rebel100 New Member

    Awesome! Congrats!
     
  4. Julie1014

    Julie1014 New Member

    Congratulations! What wonderful news! :arms:
     
  5. TEKMAN

    TEKMAN Semper Fi!

    Congrats, Matt! Now, knock yourself out with a Doctorate degree.:wiggle:
     
  6. JBjunior

    JBjunior Active Member

    Congratulations, glad all the hard work has paid off.
     
  7. mattbrent

    mattbrent Well-Known Member

    I asked about this in the interview. They informed me that they had a generous tuition reimbursement program. That's music to my ears! I think I might take some time to "settle in" though.

    -Matt
     
  8. DxD=D^2

    DxD=D^2 Member

    That's what I'm talking about!!! Tuition reimbursement program. :) W2G Matt!!!
     
  9. Ted Heiks

    Ted Heiks Moderator and Distinguished Senior Member

    Congratulations! :banana::banana::banana::banana:
     
  10. Ian Anderson

    Ian Anderson Active Member

    Congratulations.
     
  11. novadar

    novadar Member

    Matt, Congratulations. I grew up in Virginia, just curious about which CC this might be. Are you wiling to share details?
     
  12. Fortunato

    Fortunato Member

    Congrats on the new gig!
     
  13. SurfDoctor

    SurfDoctor Moderator

    :fest06:Congratulations:party: I always knew you were a winner, now you are proving it to everyone!
     
  14. Randell1234

    Randell1234 Moderator

    Congratulations!
     
  15. NorCal

    NorCal Active Member

    Nice . . .
     
  16. edwardlynch

    edwardlynch New Member

    Congratulations!
     
  17. UnixGuy

    UnixGuy New Member

    Congratulations, you deserve it :)
     
  18. Tedium42

    Tedium42 New Member

    Congratulations, buddy. That's amazing news! I'm new, but I've been following all of your posts about WNMU, and considering CC teaching as an option if I choose that route. Really great to know that it worked out so well for you.
     
  19. mattbrent

    mattbrent Well-Known Member

    Sure thing. No reason to hide it ;-)

    I currently live in Lancaster, but my wife and I just purchased a home in Northumberland which is the next county over. I'll be working at Rappahannock Community College in the Warsaw Campus. My new home is only a 15 minute drive to the campus, which is perfect.

    -Matt
     
  20. mattbrent

    mattbrent Well-Known Member

    Thanks, everyone, for the congratulatory messages! I'm really looking forward to this new adventure!

    -Matt
     

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