Online Student Spotlight - Maria Neira

What is your major?

Business Administration

How are online classes making it possible for you to keep working towards your degree?

I achieved much due to the flexibility from taking online classes. I am on track to finish my four year degree while maintaining a health social life, family time, working and being president of FAU’s Entrepreneurship club - Owls Incorporated.

What did you like the most about online classes?

I like the flexibility of taking an online class along with the responsibility it has taught me.

What is the most important benefit offered by online classes?

The most important benefit of taking an online class is that you are able to work from anywhere at your own speed.

How do you balance work, family and school?

I am able to balance work, family, and school by working my priorities on a day by day basis.

What advice do you have for future Owls considering FAU?

I would advise future Owls to have the courage to take an online class, so they can experience the responsibility it takes along with giving them free time to focus on themselves.