UW Flexible Option Team

What Every Prospective Information Science and Technology Student Should Know

May 15, 2017 -

Q&A with Chad Zahrt, Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and Operations, UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies

IT talent is in increasingly high demand. As the IT field has grown, the UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies has remained cutting edge in their delivery of IT curriculum. Chad Zahrt, assistant dean for Academic Affairs and Operations at the School of Information Studies, talks about the latest academic innovation: the UW Flexible Option. The program’s competency-based format allows adults to earn degrees at their own pace—using current knowledge and experience to progress toward their bachelor’s degree. This innovative format has helped IT professionals in the field save time and money. You can learn more about Dean Zahrt and the Bachelor of Science in Information Science and Technology (IST) by watching this video. [Read more…] about What Every Prospective Information Science and Technology Student Should Know

Summer Is Important. Make It Count.

May 9, 2017 -

Deciding to go back to school is a big decision, and you want to make sure you choose a program that’s right for you. That’s why summer is the perfect time to try the UW Flexible Option. In the span of a summer, you could be on your way to earning your bachelor’s degree or certificate. Here are three things to consider before you dip your toes in the water.

Boost Your Business Skills with a Business Degree through UW Flexible Option

March 13, 2017 -

The most popular degree among American college students—a business degree—may also be the most versatile choice available for those re-entering the workforce. The UW Flexible Option offers a realistic option for adults in the workforce who are often balancing their education with work, family and other responsibilities. [Read more…] about Boost Your Business Skills with a Business Degree through UW Flexible Option

UW Flexible Option Graduate Lands Job as Google IT Resident

February 26, 2017 -

We’ve all wondered, is it true what they say about Google’s employee perks?

“Yes, it’s all true,” laughs Jamie Dear. “Everything you’ve ever read about the amazing perks at Google is true.” Jamie is a IT Resident at Google headquarters in Mountain View, Calif. He’s also an alumnus of a UW Flexible Option program. In 2016, at age 26, Jamie graduated from UW-Milwaukee with his Bachelor of Science in Information Science and Technology by completing the degree in the self-paced online UW Flexible Option format. [Read more…] about UW Flexible Option Graduate Lands Job as Google IT Resident

Busy Nurses Find an Ally in UW Flexible Option

February 22, 2017 -

A day in the life of a nurse can be both overwhelming and rewarding at the same time. A typical day might involve caring for a patient before, during, and after surgery, learning about new medications, and communicating with staff at every level. Add the stress of higher education standards in the nursing profession, and it’s easy to understand why nurses often find it challenging to live a balanced lifestyle. For busy nurses like Carla Lundeen and Lori Kenyon, fitting education into their hectic schedules would be a challenge in a traditional campus or online setting. Instead, nurses in Wisconsin and Illinois are finding the self-paced UW Flexible Option a welcome solution.

UW Flexible Option Opens Admissions to Registered Nurses in Illinois

January 23, 2017 -

Registered nurses in Illinois now have a more flexible option to meet the growing demand for nurses with bachelor’s degrees. The University of Wisconsin Flexible Option has begun to admit registered nurses licensed in Illinois to its competency-based education program. The format enables busy registered nurses to save time and money by applying the knowledge and experience they already have. [Read more…] about UW Flexible Option Opens Admissions to Registered Nurses in Illinois

Q&A with Melissa Haberman, Director of Financial Aid

December 20, 2016 -

Melissa Haberman joined UW Flexible Option as director of financial aid in July. She’s a proud alumna of two University of Wisconsin System campuses, having earned her graduate degree online through UW-La Crosse and her bachelor’s degree from UW-Milwaukee. Melissa served as president of the Wisconsin Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (WASFAA) from 2013 to 2014.

UW Flexible Option Nursing Student Earns ‘Unsung Hero’ Award

November 22, 2016 -

Laurie Kobor is a student in the UW Flexible Option Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. She is also a registered nurse (RN) and has dedicated her time as a volunteer nurse at the Health Care Network (HCN) in Racine, Wis. for the last four years. Her drive to help those less fortunate in her community has led to her receiving the Molina Healthcare Community Champions award granted to “unsung heroes.”

11 Things You Should Know Before Enrolling in a Flexible UW Online Degree or Certificate Program

May 2, 2016 -

Going back to school always comes with a degree of uncertainty—especially when you’re considering an innovative flexible UW online degree, such as University of Wisconsin Flexible Option. As with most big decisions, the more information you have up front, the better.

To get the most reliable and up-to-date info about earning a UW Flexible Option degree or certificate, we went to the experts: UW Flexible Option Success Coaches. Serving as much more than a traditional academic adviser, a coach also fills the roles of mentor, resource specialist, problem-solver, and all-around student advocate.

Success Coaches spend their days listening to adult learners’ questions, needs, triumphs, and concerns. Here are 11 things they wish everyone knew before enrolling in a UW Flexible Option program. [Read more…] about 11 Things You Should Know Before Enrolling in a Flexible UW Online Degree or Certificate Program

Catching Up with Craig Kilgo, Recent Graduate of the UW Flexible Option Information Science and Technology Program

March 24, 2016 -

“I completed 63 credits over 18 months and my total outlay was probably less than $200 per credit. That’s extremely competitive, especially from a major university.”

One of the first working adults to enroll in a University of Wisconsin Flexible Option program after its introduction in January 2014, Craig Kilgo had long considered going back to school to finish his bachelor’s. But, he said, “I never found the right program. I didn’t have time to attend classes in person and honestly, I didn’t want to pay for the ‘extras’ I didn’t need—such as dorms and campus fees.”

It wasn’t until he saw an article in the Wall Street Journal that he learned of the self-paced, competency-based UW Flexible Option.

“I thought, ‘Perfect, this is exactly what I want,’” Craig said. “I didn’t have any hesitation at all. Once I decided to do it, my focus became how quickly I could get started and how much I could take on.”

Eighteen months later, in August 2015, Craig graduated with his bachelor of science in information science and technology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Recently, we caught up with Craig to ask his thoughts on this innovative online program.

U.S. News & World Report Article on Competency-Based Learning Features UW Flexible Option Diagnostic Imaging Program

December 3, 2015 -

As competency-based education gains favor with educators and adult learners, many fields of study not typically associated with the approach are embracing it.

So says U.S. News & World Report in its November 24 article that features the University of Wisconsin Flexible Option Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Imaging program.

The article, titled “Competency-Based Online Programs Address Needs in New Industries,” looks at a handful of online programs that are bringing competency-based learning to a variety of disciplines from health care to specialized engineering fields.

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