Edward Martinez
Since childhood, I’ve always dreamed of becoming a police officer. Growing up, I had a few uncles in law enforcement and seeing them in uniform was the coolest thing to me. When it was time to choose a school to pursue this goal, a coworker referred me to Herzing—and I’m so glad they did.
I jumped in quickly, and since I was already working as a corrections officer, the fully online format was a perfect fit. With the long hours and mandatory overtime, attending a traditional college wouldn’t have been feasible, so I’m extremely grateful for the flexibility Herzing provided.
Of course, the journey wasn’t without its challenges. Balancing a full-time job with overtime, raising two kids, and caring for a dog made time management a critical factor in my success. Thankfully, Herzing was there to help. The resources they provided were invaluable, and my student advisor, Brian Class, was incredibly supportive—always checking in to keep me on track. Thanks, Brian!
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Herzing. My favorite class was community policing, which gave me a deeper understanding of the importance of building strong, positive relationships between officers and the communities they serve.
The number of helpful resources Herzing offers, given that it is an online college, is amazing! Be sure to check them out!