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Marines earn degrees while deployed - Cpl. Paul Leicht , Marine Corps News

For some 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Marines, deploying to Iraq has been an empowering-- albeit challenging-- educational opportunity. The rather austere living conditions of a combat zone are unsurprisingly limiting, but with more Internet cafes and increasingly wired workspaces, online degree programs are realistic choices for Marines. “Despite some technical difficulties in Iraq, such as slow Internet connections and time zone differences, with some adjustment, a work schedule can accommodate online education,” said Staff Sgt. Alaina J. DioDonet, embarkation chief, Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 3, 3rd MAW, who is pursuing her online bachelor’s in “eBusiness” with the University of Phoenix. The Houston native said she is motivated by the growth of online business and her desire to start her own business one day. Not having a family for the time being allows her more time to focus on school.

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