Testimonials

Hear what Lamar graduates have to say about our online programs, classes and degrees.

“Lamar course software is easy to navigate.”

“The Lamar University Academic Partnerships program has been such a great experience for me. Course topics are relevant to current teaching practices and provide immediate application to the classroom setting. The course software is easy to navigate and my academic coach is always available to answer any questions that may arise. Discussion boards allow for collaboration between participants, while providing real-time interaction with a small-group feeling. As I complete my first course, I look forward to continuing my graduate program.”

— Becky Allmendinger, Richardson ISD

“Lamar allows me to work at my own pace on my master’s degree.”

“Lamar University Academic Partnerships allows me to work at my own pace on my master's degree and still be a teacher, wife and mother. Having the opportunity to work from your home and get feedback from your classmates who are experiencing what you are is wonderful. It is a very organized and informative program with lots of feedback and support from my academic coach. I love being able to use what I am reading and researching in my classroom. It gives me a better understanding of my school, students and their families.”

— Jessica Sandoval, Birdville ISD

“Lamar is perfect for someone working full-time.”

"The graduate program offered at Lamar is perfect for someone working full-time. You can complete the work at your own pace. But you can still have good discussions with classmates. The academic coach is very accessible and helpful every step of the way. I would recommend this program for any working teacher looking for a way to earn a master's degree."

— Alyshia Zimmerman, Title One Specialist
Arapaho Classical Magnet, Richardson ISD

“Lamar’s partnership discussion board has placed me in touch with skilled teachers.”

“I am so excited to be embarking on my graduate studies through the Lamar University Academic Partnerships with Aldine ISD for Educational Administration. Thus far, the communication and technology pieces have been efficient and informative. I sincerely appreciate the freedom to hear lectures and complete readings and assignments from the comfort of my own home, as well as the luxury of working my graduate studies around my very full schedule with flexibility. The partnership discussion board has placed me in touch with skilled teachers from my own district, as well as surrounding areas; these contacts have been invaluable in cultivating a network of critical friends, all of whom are seeking the same ultimate educational goal.”

— Candy Core, Aldine ISD

“Lamar’s academic coach was a huge support system.”

“When beginning this program, I was nervous and scared. However, with the support of my colleagues and academic coach, I was able to reassure myself that my time was invested wisely. There is no other program that allows you to collaborate as a team in your school. It is so easy to discuss topics when your colleagues are your partners! Also, the academic coach was easily accessible for all my questions. She was a huge support system!”

— Gretchen Mars, Richardson ISD

“Lamar stirred up the desire in me to want to learn how to be a more effective educator.”

“I have learned so much in this course. I hate to admit that I thought I knew a lot about ways to improve student achievement after 12 years of teaching. After taking this course, I realized that there is so much that I don't know, and it has stirred up the desire in me to want to learn how to be a more effective educator. I think this partnership that Lamar has is truly awesome. Thanks for this opportunity. Have a wonderful evening.”

— Joetta Sneed, Duncanville ISD

“Lamar really makes me reflect on my past experiences as a teacher.”

“This has been a very exciting couple of weeks for me! I am enjoying this course and really like the readings! They are very insightful and really make me reflect on my past experiences as a teacher.”

— Tracy Padgett, Richardson ISD

“Lamar has allowed me to be a wife, a mom, a career woman and a student.”

“Going back to school has been a goal of mine for the last five years but it was too difficult to do with my current schedule. The Lamar Academic Partnerships program has allowed me to be a wife, a mom, a career woman, and a student. The convenience and portability of the program works wonderfully with my schedule and has made the transition back to school easy and exciting.

“The Lamar Masters of Education in Educational Administration is challenging and the expectations are high. But knowing that I'm finally back to school working on my goal, am paving the way for future career opportunities, and am already able to apply new knowledge in my current teaching position make the effort worthwhile. This opportunity truly is a gift and I am confident that choosing Lamar was the right choice both personally and professionally.”

— Debbie Cotton, Richardson ISD