Benjamin Fambrough pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Southern Nazarene University (SNU) after being told during his undergraduate studies that he would not be accepted into a graduate program. He aimed to continue his education and set an example for his daughter. His experience highlights his commitment to learning and professional development.
Fambrough was born in Watkinsville, Georgia. He was interested in music and aviation, playing instruments at his church and later earning a bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management in Florida in 2013. He worked in residential construction before joining the United States Army in 2017. His military service included basic training in Georgia, deployment in Korea, and assignments in Oklahoma and Colorado. He served as a heavy vehicle operator and supervisor until retiring in 2022.
After leaving the Army, Fambrough worked for the Oklahoma Department of Human Services and then as a Rental Coordinator at Summit Fleet. He chose SNU for its supportive environment and the structure of its MBA program. He found the cohort model and faculty, including Dr. Toles and Jeff Seyfert, helpful for student success…