All Episodes

September 9, 2025 β€’ 10 mins

In this episode of the Degrees of Success podcast, host Freda Richards speaks with John Woods, the provost of the University of Phoenix, about the Luminaries initiative, which recognizes outstanding alumni for their achievements. They discuss the selection process, the importance of community engagement, and the various ways the university supports its alumni. The conversation highlights the university's commitment to celebrating the hard work and determination of its graduates and fostering a lifelong relationship with them Learn more about our Luminaries! πŸ‘‰ https://www.phoenix.edu/alumni/luminaries.html

Β 

⭐️ Key takeaways from this episode:

βœ“ The Luminaries initiative celebrates alumni achievements.

βœ“ Over 600 alumni were nominated for the Luminaries award.

βœ“ Recognition is a way to show appreciation for alumni contributions.

βœ“ Alumni are encouraged to stay involved with the university.

βœ“ Networking events and homecoming activities are available for alumni.

βœ“ The selection process for honorees was highly competitive.

βœ“ The university values the relationship with its alumni.

βœ“ Alumni can lean on the university for career support.

βœ“ The university has a strong presence on social media platforms.

βœ“ The Luminaries initiative reflects the university's commitment to its alumni.

Β 

πŸ“– Chapters:

Jump to Key Moments 00:00 - Celebrating Alumni Achievements

02:22 - The Luminaries Initiative

04:55 - Engagement and Community Building

07:49 - Looking Ahead: Future Opportunities

Β 

Subscribe for more powerful success stories and mindset strategies! πŸ‘‰ https://www.youtube.com/@UOPXDegreesOfSuccessPodcast

Learn more about our host, Freda Richards! πŸ‘‰ https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles/podcast/host-freda-richards.html

Alumni Chronicles | Magazine πŸ‘‰ https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles/magazine.html

Alumni Chronicles | Main Page πŸ‘‰ https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles.html Explore the

Degrees of Success Podcast Page πŸ‘‰ https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles/podcast.html

Explore the University of Phoenix

πŸ‘‰ https://www.phoenix.edu/

β–ΊTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uopx

β–Ί Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/universityofphoenix

β–Ί Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uopxalumni/

β–Ί Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uopx/

β–Ί LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/university-of-phoenix/

β–Ί X: https://x.com/UOPX Thinking about attending UOPX online?

πŸ“± Request info today: https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information

πŸ’» Apply to one of UOPX’s online programs today: https://rb.gy/k0a75c

πŸŽ“ Find your degree program University of Phoenix: https://www.phoenix.edu/online-degrees/find-your-program.html

Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Stuff You Should Know
Dateline NBC

Dateline NBC

Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular β€˜ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

Β© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.