Alumni Spotlight: Meghann La Tourelle, MS on Earning Two Degrees—and Pursuing a Doctorate

For Meghann La Tourelle, earning both a BS in Business and an MS in Information Technology from Capella University was about more than academic success—it was about perseverance, personal growth, and building a better future for her family. While balancing …

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Alumni Spotlight: Lorinda Mohwinkel, MBA, Senior Career Coach on Guiding Career Growth

Capella alum Lorinda Mohwinkel, MBA serves as a Senior Career Coach in Capella’s Career Development Center, where she supports learners and alumni through career transitions, goal setting and professional growth. Her own journey through graduate school and the workforce gives …

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Alumni Spotlight: Brandon Compton, MSN, on Leading with Purpose in Rural Healthcare

From the hills of West Virginia to the front lines of healthcare leadership, Brandon Compton’s nursing journey is one fueled by service, resilience, and a commitment to change. A two-time Capella University graduate, Brandon earned both his BSN and MSN …

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Introducing the Capella Career and Community Network: A New Way to Connect and Grow

Graduation may mark the end of coursework, but it doesn’t have to be the end of connection. Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network, give back through mentorship, or simply stay close to the Capella community, there’s now a …

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Alumni Spotlight: Danyelle Bridges, MS, Turned Academic Research into a Framework for Leadership and Wellness

For Danyelle Bridges, earning her MS in Education at Capella University was a chance to grow her impact in a meaningful way. Through the program, she gained not only knowledge but the structure and support to develop an approach that …

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Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Yvenka Quettant-Thomas on Leading With Purpose in Education and Business

With both a Doctor of Education and an MBA in Human Resource Management from Capella University, Dr. Yvenka Quettant-Thomas has built a foundation that supports her passion for leading and serving others. In this interview, Dr. Yvenka Quettant-Thomas shares how …

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Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Jennifer Cloughly on Persistence, Purpose, and the Power of Adult Education

Earning a Doctor of Education is a significant milestone. For Dr. Jennifer Cloughly, becoming the first in her family to earn a doctoral degree marks the beginning of a larger mission to help young adult learners thrive. In this Q&A, …

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Alumni Spotlight: Kathlina Little, BS on Balancing Full-time Work and Academic Growth

Earning a degree while working full time takes discipline, clarity and the right kind of support. For this Kathlina Little, BS, flexibility was essential. With access to practical content, encouraging faculty, and a program structure that supported real-time application, she …

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The Value of Professional Communities (and How to Find Yours)

You’ve earned your degree. You’ve gained skills, built experience, and navigated your share of transitions. But no matter how far along you are in your career, one truth remains: community matters.

Whether you’re pivoting into a new industry, returning to …

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Alumni Spotlight: Celebrating Connection at Commencement

Every commencement brings powerful reminders that learning is often a shared journey. At the September 6 ceremony in Arlington, Texas, thousands of graduates, families, and friends gathered to celebrate both academic achievement and the meaningful connections that made the experience …

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