I WANTED TO MAKE MYSELF MARKETABLE.

Already a fingerprint analyst with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, James Pollock knew a specialized degree would expand his career options. While working full time in Tallahassee, Florida, he took advantage of Florida State’s distance learning program to earn his bachelor’s degree in crime scene investigation.

The more you know, marketable you become and more sought out you are.

— James Pollock, ’18

After graduation, he accepted a position researching and maintaining criminal histories as a criminal justice information analyst then moved on to become a criminal justice information consultant to help streamline information sharing between agencies. “Always look for training or educational opportunities whether it is for career development or additional college degrees,” he said. “New opportunities may await you if you continue to learn and remain patient.” ”The more you know, the more