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Dr. Linda Garza Battles, vice president of the south region at WGU, discusses how WGU is uniquely positioned to help students in non-traditional situations access higher education opportunities. This interview was originally published in the September - October edition of Latino Leaders, a magazine highlighting leaders from the Latino community in many industries. Latino Leaders' mission is to "promote and publish stories of Latino success, offering an alternative narrative to the mainstream media while showcasing the enduring influence and achievements of the Latino community."