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Welcome to the latest edition of the WGU Alumni Newsletter!

Inside, you'll find inspiring stories, exclusive alumni perks, and the latest updates from our Night Owl community. Let’s dive in!

• Dallas Commencement Guidebook–Everything you need to know about this event for attendees.
• Dallas Commencement Program–Read a message from the WGU President and check out fun stats about this class, including:
  •     1,310 graduates
  •     54% from Texas
  •     46 U.S. states and territories represented
  •     And more inside!

Haven’t Walked at Commencement Yet?

Did you know graduates can walk in one commencement ceremony per degree? If you’ve earned multiple degrees, you can cross the stage for each one! Also, there isn't a deadline to participate. Visit our upcoming commencement page to choose the city where you’d like to celebrate.

March Highlights, Holidays, and Fun Facts!

Here are a few entertaining points to highlight:

• Employee Appreciation Month–A time to recognize hardworking professionals! Shout out to all our dedicated WGU alumni who are making an impact in their fields daily.
• Pi Day (March 14)–Math lovers, rejoice! Celebrate 3.14 with a slice of pie and a nod to the importance of lifelong learning.
• ☘️ St. Patrick’s Day (March 17)–A day of Irish heritage and luck. Wear green, embrace the community spirit, and don't get pinched!
• Spring Begins (March 19)–A season of renewal and fresh starts! Like nature, it’s a great time to plan and refresh your goals.
• National Reading Month–Whether it’s a leadership book, a novel, or an industry-related article, keep expanding your knowledge and understanding—it's what we WGU grads do.
• March Is Named After Mars–The Roman god of war symbolizes energy, drive, and ambition—the perfect inspiration for tackling new challenges and pursuing big goals!
• March Madness Begins–The annual college basketball tournament kicks off! While WGU may not have a basketball team, we’re always cheering on friendly competition and school pride.

WGU’s Career and Professional Development Team is here to help with everything from résumé reviews to job search strategies. You can even speak one-on-one with a career advisor for personalized guidance.

Start your refresh today! Visit careers.wgu.edu to explore resources and schedule an appointment.

Sales Week: March 17 to March 21

Join us for Sales Week! Have you been considering a career in sales but aren’t sure what it looks like? Are you unsure of which direction you’d like to go in your sales career? Each Sales Week session will feature a WGU alumnus working in sales. Come ready to learn, and with questions!

Thank you to every grad who has taken the time to offer advice and support, you are making a real impact. Your willingness to help fellow Night Owls is what makes this community so special—let’s keep the momentum going!

• Inspiring Stories: See how fellow alumni are making an impact.
• Career Resources: Gain insights and tools to support your growth.
• University Updates: Stay up to date on news and opportunities.

Whether you’re looking for motivation, career advice, or alumni connections, this page has it all. Explore past newsletters, tune into podcasts, and stay engaged with WGU!

Advance Equity Speaker Series

Moving Forward Together: Women Educating and Inspiring Generations
Thursday, March 27
11:00 a.m. (MT)

Join us for an insightful discussion with our WGU leaders as they share their journeys into leadership, the lessons they’ve learned, and strategies to support and empower future generations.

WGU Panelists:

Malika Clinkscales, VP, Faculty Mentor Strategy

Tonya Drake, RVP Northwest Regional Operations

Jennie Sanders, VP Instruction, Office of Academic Delivery

We hope you enjoyed this edition of the alumni newsletter! You can view all past newsletters here. We look forward to connecting with you again in the next one!


Sincerely,

The Alumni Relations Team
Western Governors University
[email protected]