Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
In this episode of Taking Flight, Dr. Heather Dartez speaks with recent graduates of Full Sail University’s graduate degree programs about their experiences navigating the rigor of graduate-level study while balancing careers, families, and personal commitments. Panelists share honest perspectives on time management, resilience, and growth, as well as the support systems and motivation that help them succeed. This conversation offers an inspiring, real-world look at what it means to pursue advanced education at Full Sail, highlighting the dedication, adaptability, and ambition required to learn at altitude.
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Host:
- Dr. Heather Dartez, Director of Graduate Studies, Full Sail University
Panelists:
- Kakia M. Amarh, CEO, Largo Legend
- Carla West, Founder, mARTketingbycarla
- Laura Maria Del Real Avila, CEO, Founder & Project Manager, Real Focus Entertainment
For more information about Full Sail University visit our site: https://fullsail.college/LeadersInTech
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Located in Winter Park, Florida, Full Sail University offers academic certificates, undergraduate programs, and graduate programs designed for the world of entertainment media and emerging technologies. Full Sail’s creative approach to education provides an immersive, fast-paced, and relevant learning experience that mirrors the workflow and collaboration found throughout today’s rapidly evolving industries.
Our degrees in technology help students gain a competitive edge in their field by giving them more than just the technical know-how to graduate. Through hands-on experiences and creative problem solving, they learn how to keep up and stand out in a fast-paced tech world.
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In this episode of Taking Flight, Dr. Heather Dartez speaks with recent graduates of Full Sail University’s graduate degree programs about their experiences navigating the rigor of graduate-level study while balancing careers, families, and personal commitments. Panelists share honest perspectives on time management, resilience, and growth, as well as the support systems and motivation that help them succeed. This conversation offers an inspiring, real-world look at what it means to pursue advanced education at Full Sail, highlighting the dedication, adaptability, and ambition required to learn at altitude.
*GPS Points Available
Host:
- Dr. Heather Dartez, Director of Graduate Studies, Full Sail University
Panelists:
- Kakia M. Amarh, CEO, Largo Legend
- Carla West, Founder, mARTketingbycarla
- Laura Maria Del Real Avila, CEO, Founder & Project Manager, Real Focus Entertainment
For more information about Full Sail University visit our site: https://fullsail.college/LeadersInTech
Subscribe to Full Sail's YouTube channel and never miss a video - youtube.com/@fullsailuniversity?sub_confirmation=1
CONNECT WITH US
Facebook - facebook.com/FullSailUniversity
Instagram - instagram.com/fullsail
Linkedin - linkedin.com/school/full-sail-university
Pinterest - pinterest.com/fullsail
Snapchat - snapchat.com/add/fullsailsnaps
TikTok - tiktok.com/@fullsail
X/Twitter - twitter.com/fullsail
Located in Winter Park, Florida, Full Sail University offers academic certificates, undergraduate programs, and graduate programs designed for the world of entertainment media and emerging technologies. Full Sail’s creative approach to education provides an immersive, fast-paced, and relevant learning experience that mirrors the workflow and collaboration found throughout today’s rapidly evolving industries.
Our degrees in technology help students gain a competitive edge in their field by giving them more than just the technical know-how to graduate. Through hands-on experiences and creative problem solving, they learn how to keep up and stand out in a fast-paced tech world.
#fullsailuniversity #takingflight #fullsail
