Matthew Toilolo
CA / Communication (B.A.)

I had a wonderful experience with online education at UNM. It was beneficial, especially for those who can’t really come in person due to other outside responsibilities. I have been pursuing online education here at UNM for three and a half years now, and I will graduate this upcoming May 2026, walking the stage to be recognized for my academic efforts like every other student at UNM. I got to meet new people of different types from all over the world, virtually from the discussion boards, group assignments, and more.

One thing I do really love about online education at UNM is how strongly diverse it is. That is why I wanted to pursue a degree at UNM. There is a huge representation of diversity, which made me feel better, confident, and comfortable. Truly, my online education experience at UNM has been a fantastic one. Thank you, UNM Online, for having an impact on not only my life but also other students' lives.

My advice to future online students is to manage your time well. Time Management is crucial and important in online education as you are balancing your school, work, and personal life. I also don’t want you to spend too much time focusing or worrying about your online education if it takes away too much time from your family, friends, work, and more. All I would say is to manage your time wisely and enjoy everything in life while you can. Trust me, you will do great things and be successful in your online education at UNM.