Back to School, Forward in Purpose

Siedra’s Education with ANU Long Beach, California, native Siedra Johnson built her life around caring for others—both professionally and personally. Working as a direct support professional, she assists elderly individuals with their daily activities, a role that reflects her natural compassion and dedication. Raised by her grandmother, she grew up

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Looking Beyond the Law

Egbeichi Egwu Okoro’s Education with ANU When Egbeichi Egwu Okoro enrolled in the MBA program at American National University, she was balancing more than just coursework—she was navigating the field of corporate law in both the United States and Nigeria. What she found in the program reshaped not only her

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ANU’s Paralegal Programs Earn ABA Reapproval for Seven More Years

SALEM, VA – February 2026 – American National University (ANU) proudly announces that both its Paralegal studies certificate and Paralegal associate degree programs have been officially reapproved by the American Bar Association (ABA) for the next seven years. This reaffirms the university’s commitment to excellence in legal education. The reapproval

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From Home to the Courtroom

Vernee Thompson’s Story with ANU After dedicating 14 years as a full-time caregiver to her three special needs children, Vernee Thompson made the decision to return to school and pursue a Paralegal associate degree at American National University. Married for 16 years and supported by a strong network of family—including

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The Building Blocks of a Career: Taylor’s Story with ANU

Balancing family, school, and life is never easy—but for one Medical Assisting student, perseverance has become her defining strength. Taylor Cowles-Kokofsky lives with her husband and young son while expecting her second child in Texas. She has continued pushing forward in her education despite a difficult pregnancy. A devoted college

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