Active military member studies at full depth
Pursuing a degree as an active military member comes with many challenges. For ASU Online student Johnnie Welborne, challenges can include getting an internet connection in the middle of the ocean, at full depth, for 90 days.
Johnnie's story
Submarine communications chief Johnnie Welborne, said that it’s all about managing the workload, and figuring out what schedule works best for his classes. Welborne is currently pursuing his online Bachelor of Science in psychology through the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences.
Being an active military member has definitely presented him with a few challenges. While on deployment, Welborne had to set up his own antenna in order to get reception and complete an assignment.