UW Flexible Option Stories & News

Former Programmer Analyst Offered Promotion to Senior Position After Earning IST Degree

UW Flexible Option is so flexible that each student sets the pace that works best for them. In this series, three Information Science and Technology students share why they chose the pace that they did. In the first part of this series, Andrew Hybert tells us why he chose to graduate in six months.

What Everyone Ought to Know About Being a UW Flexible Option Student

The UW Flexible Option can be a whole new experience for students. Find out what it's really like when you read BSN student Loriann Melby's story here.

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Director of Nursing at Long-Term Care Facility Fulfills His Mission to Improve Elder Care

UW Flexible Option student Ken Wagman is pursuing his passion. He's earning his BSN so he can make a difference in caring for the elderly.

UW-Milwaukee Opens Admissions to Flexible Health Sciences Bachelor’s Degree

Are you looking to advance your career in the healthcare field? Then the new Health Sciences bachelor’s degree could be a fit for you.

Bachelor’s Degree in Diagnostic Imaging Opens Doors for College Instructor

Here’s how UW Flexible Option is helping sonographer Krysti Reece earn the one credential she needs to achieve her career goal: a bachelor’s degree.

UW Flexible Option Graduate Lands Job as Google IT Resident

UW Flexible Option graduate Jamie Dear describes his path toward a new job as a Google IT Resident at the renowned program in Mountain View, California.

CT Technologist Finds Flexible Diagnostic Imaging Program - UW Flexible Option

Meet Janet Boomer, a full-time CT technologist who is earning her bachelor's in the University of Wisconsin Flexible Option's Diagnostic Imaging program.

You Can Earn an Information Technology Degree Like This Student

Discover how a UW Flexible Option student can work, travel, play bass in a band, and earn an online information technology degree to advance his career.

How One Ambitious Student Saved $7,500 in UW Flexible Option

See how one adult learner is using his knowledge and drive to save thousands of dollars and several months earning his degree in the UW Flexible Option.

Competency-Based Degrees a Smart, Affordable Option

"The more you work, the more you get.” Find out how this Flex student is taking full advantage of flexibility and affordability of competency-based degrees.

Why One Nurse Chose the UW Flex RN to BSN Program

Thanks to the University of Wisconsin Flexible Option's RN to BSN program, Carla Lundeen is well on her way to complete her RN to BSN program.

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