Over 1,100 Success Stories!

What's YOUR Story?

We’re gathering success stories of our One-Day alumni to post on our Web site—here’s an opportunity to share your accomplishments in order to inspire other women to reach for their dreams!

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Success Stories from you!

Sandy Abbott Chmiel ’78, ’10
Liberal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

Now, after my first year in the One-Day program, my professors can see the change in me. Most importantly, I feel that change; I have been transformed. Read Sandy's complete story >>

Donna Agure ’10
Legal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

"Administrators, faculty and staff have supported my vision along the way. Professors, like Dr. John Jarvis and Atty. Kevin Maltby, and Maura Devlin, my career advisor, are amazing individuals who inspire me to follow my passions..." Read Donna's complete story >>

Michele Archibald ’10
Liberal Studies – Elementary Education
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Burlington Campus

“After receiving my associate’s degree, I married, raised my children, and worked as a case manager in the prison system. In the back of my mind, I knew I would eventually return to college and finish my degree.  Read Michele's complete story >>

Claire Arsenault ’09
Liberal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Burlington Campus

For 18 years, Claire Arsenault ’09 has built her career in the Quality Control Department performing assays at Wyeth Biotech in Andover, MA. However, she credits her Bay Path education for her ability to seize opportunities, wherever they may exist. Read Claire's complete story >>

Rebecca Bard ’10
Liberal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

“I had known about the One-Day-A-Week Saturday College since it was founded in 1999, but I kept telling myself, ‘I’m not college material.’ However, that idea changed in 2005..." Read Rebecca's complete story >>

Stephanie Beauregard ’09
Legal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Central Mass. & Longmeadow Campuses

“As soon as I received my GED in 2001, I had to work a full-time job in order to support myself. For four years, I worked in banking and insurance, and I dreamt of going to college..." Read Stephanie's complete story >>

Renee Bombredi ’08
Liberal Studies – Elementary Education
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College - Central Mass. Campus

From teacher’s assistant to the head of the classroom, Renee transformed her life in only three and a half years. Read Renee's complete story >>

Lisa Brodeur ’09
Liberal Studies – Early Childhood Education
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

"The One-Day-A-Week Saturday College could easily fit into my schedule of caring for my family and working as a paraprofessional in the local school district..." Read Lisa's complete story >>

Amy Brousseau ’07
Psychology
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Central Mass. Campus

"The One-Day program allowed me to work full-time, which enabled me to pay for my education and receive my bachelor’s degree in psychology—a natural fit for me." Read Amy's complete story >>

Alyssa G. Carvalho ’07, G ’09
Business – Executive Management
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

“At Bay Path, I learned the importance of serving your community, and the Society allows young professionals, like me, to develop strong bonds with their neighbors and community..." Read Alyssa's complete story >>

Sidney Chevalier ’11
Executive Business Management
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

"Any uncertainty I may have felt prior to enrolling in the program left me as I found myself in the company of women who were just like me..." Read Sidney's complete story >>

Lenore R. Chouinard ’07
Liberal Studies - Law
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

"I knew from the moment I sat down in my first class that I was in a unique environment—one in which my classmates and I could easily relate to each other because we were in the same boat ..." Read Lenore's complete story >>

Victoria Cintron ’11
Business – Executive Management
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus 

"I knew my career would hit a wall if I didn’t complete my bachelor’s degree, and I never wanted anyone to tell me I didn’t get a job just because I didn’t have a degree..." Read Victoria's complete story >>

Charmaine Cook ’12
Business – Executive Management
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Burlington Campus

"As a single mother working full-time, I had searched for an accelerated college program that would be flexible, enabling me to continue to meet the demands at home and work..." Read Charmaine's complete story >>

Ann Feiss ’87, ’09
Business – Executive Management
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Burlington Campus

"When I heard Bay Path was opening a campus in Greater Boston and offering the One-Day-A-Week Saturday College, it was finally the right time for me to return. I was the first student accepted at the Burlington Campus!" Read Anne's complete story >>

Jessica Fraga ’05, ’08
Executive Business Management
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

"I’ve never seen another college like Bay Path, which is 110 percent behind the success of their students. With every step of the way, the College community encouraged me by saying, ‘You can absolutely receive a college education, and achieve your dreams.’” ... Read Jessica's complete story >>

Kim Gende ’11
Psychology
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Central Mass. Campus

"The words “never” and “cannot” are no longer a part of my vocabulary. I possess a confidence now that still takes my breath away, especially when I reflect back on who I use to be..." Read Kim's complete story >>

Caren Harrington ’08
Liberal Arts - History
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College - Central Mass. Campus 

When Caren learned of the One-Day Program, it was an opportunity to fit her dream of teaching history into her busy life, and Bay Path’s accelerated program propelled Caren to continue her education...Read Caren's complete story >>

Michelle Keeley ’09
Executive Business Management
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

"At other colleges, it would have taken me 10 years to finish my degree. Once enrolled in the One-Day program, I refused to let anything stop me from reaching my goal..." Read Michelle's complete story >>

Brianne Leary ’09
Liberal Studies – Elementary Education
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

"Every Saturday, professors encouraged us to exceed expectations and pursue our dreams, and all of my courses, in one way or another, prepared me for a teaching career..." Read Brianne's complete story >>

Regina Leduc ’07
Liberal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Central Mass. Campus

“When I enrolled in Bay Path, I knew I wanted to have my own business,” said Regina. “Today, I have a fulfilling career by guiding others along the way to a successful business.” Read Regina's complete story >>

Bonnie Lillis ’05
Psychology
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

The convenience of the One-Day-A-Week Saturday College opened the doors for Bonnie Lillis ’05 to succeed in a fulfilling career as a counselor, aiding individuals who are receiving end-of-life care. Read Bonnie's complete story >>

Trecia Marchand ’07, G’09
Executive Business Management
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

"I entered Bay Path on one career plateau and through my hard work, drive, and a college education, I achieved the next level in my professional path while still in the One-Day program..." Read Trecia's complete story>>

Brenda Martin ’10
Psychology
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

“Between working, volunteering and most importantly, caring for my two children, it was difficult to find a credible undergraduate program that would enable me to move forward and pursue a doctoral degree in experimental psychology..." Read Brenda's complete story >>

Gail Metcalf ’11
Legal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Central Mass. Campus

“In 2007, I was laid-off from my position as a claims representative with a local insurance company, and I was having an extremely difficult time finding a new job. I had the experience; I just didn’t have the degree... " Read Gail's complete story >>

Deerheart Raymond ’05
Liberal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Central Mass. Campus

Deerheart wanted to earn her bachelor’s degree, which would make it possible for her to pursue graduate studies and to follow her heart to a career enabling her to share her Native American culture and stories. Read Deerheart's complete story >>

Karen Soly ’10
Liberal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Burlington Campus 

 "I sought a college degree program that would further my career. However, the program had to be accelerated, close to home, and offer a balance between family, work, and my education. I found all three in the One-Day-A-Week Saturday College at Bay Path College’s Burlington Campus." Read Karen's complete story >>

Melanie Tokarski ’11
Business with Paralegal Certificate
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

“After several years of searching for an undergraduate degree program, I was on the verge of losing hope in finding a college that would enable me to work full-time and achieve a degree in just a few years. Then my life changed when I learned about the One-Day-A-Week Saturday College..." Read Melanie's complete story >>

Loretta Young ’10
Legal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

"In 2006, I enrolled in the One-Day-A-Week Saturday College, which was great! Bay Path offered a legal studies program that not only offered a high quality education but more importantly, is approved by the American Bar Association..." Read Loretta's complete story >>

Denise Zarlengo ’12
Liberal Studies
One-Day-A-Week Saturday College – Longmeadow Campus

"When I’m in class, I’m exposed to new ideas and information, and challenged to broaden my horizons. I’m driven to continue my education and achieve my goals..." Read Denise's complete story >>>