Melissa Winan’s Experience with ANU For years, pursuing a career in law remained a dream on the back burner for Melissa Winans. Between supporting her husband through a decade of active-duty military service in the Marines, raising two children, working full-time, and earning both an associate and bachelor’s degree online,
Stephanie Holley’s Story with ANU After first graduating from American National University when it was known as National Business College in 2000 with an associate degree in accounting, Stephanie Holley built a career in the tax field before stepping away to focus on raising and homeschooling her two sons. Over
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
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
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
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
