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Aaron Lauritzen doesn\u2019t do anything in half measures.<\/p>\n

The Hagerman, Idaho, native and former Eagle Scout launched a videography business, Outbound Photography, during his first year of college. He graduated from Boise State University\u2019s online Bachelor of Applied Science<\/a> program in December 2023.<\/p>\n

\u201cOne of the reasons I chose the Bachelor of Applied Science is because I am a creative person,\u201d he said. \u201cI didn\u2019t want to go the graphic designer or artist route, but I wanted practical, creative skills. I\u2019ve always loved creating and learning.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt worked out that I got my business classes and my marketing classes \u2014 the creative classes \u2014 with the Bachelor of Applied Science.\u201d
\nLauritzen especially enjoyed doing his capstone project, Keep Nature Wild: Leave No Trace Public Service Announcements.<\/p>\n

\u201cI did creative writing, video producing, directing, editing and graphic design for the capstone project,\u201d he said. \u201cIt was about responsible use of the outdoors.<\/p>\n

\u201cOne of the reasons I wanted to get my bachelor\u2019s degree was to have as many job opportunities as possible. I didn\u2019t want to shut the door to opportunities because I didn\u2019t have a degree.\u201d<\/p>\n

The online format was ideal for Lauritzen to run his business and have ample time to do schoolwork. He is also working night shifts at Home Depot to supplement his income.<\/p>\n

\u201cI would recommend people definitely look into the online program,\u201d he said. \u201cIt\u2019s not for everybody, but it\u2019s so convenient. If you are self-motivated, you can do it. It takes a lot of self-discipline.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you\u2019re that type of person, it\u2019s incredible. It\u2019s similar to work-from-home. For some people, that works great. I fall into that category.\u201d<\/p>\n

Coming into focus<\/h2>\n

After developing a passion for photography, Lauritzen attended the College of Southern Idaho for two-and-a-half years before transferring to Boise State.<\/p>\n

\u201cI love taking pictures and capturing experiences,\u201d he said. \u201cI had a professional camera. My business partner and I did professional photography for a couple of years through Outbound Photography.<\/p>\n

\u201cI like the creative process and tail end of videography more. I can edit pictures, but I prefer to edit videos. It\u2019s what I find the most enjoyment in.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lauritzen started as an on-campus student at the College of Southern Idaho before switching to online because of COVID-19.<\/p>\n

\u201cI still went to campus in person for my duties because I was student body vice president my last year,\u201d he said. \u201cI did really well in the online environment. I thought I might as well keep doing it at Boise State.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lauritzen was also a marketing intern at SwellFox, giving him real-world experience to go along with his education.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was incredible,\u201d he said. \u201cIt was some of the best work for one of the best bosses I\u2019ve ever had. I learned a lot. I was getting paid to solve problems and learn.\u201d<\/p>\n

The marketing courses were among Lauritzen\u2019s favorites in the online Bachelor of Applied Science curriculum.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere were a lot of classes where I\u2019d do accounting or business law, but the marketing courses were especially helpful in marketing my own company,\u201d he said. \u201cThat\u2019s also what we do as a business. We do weddings, but we also make advertisements.<\/p>\n

\u201cI especially loved the capstone course. I chose a project I was genuinely passionate about. Even if I wasn\u2019t in college, I still would have wanted to do it. I learned so much through the experience. I was so invested in it.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Applied
Photo provided by Aaron Laurtizen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Picture perfect<\/h2>\n

Lauritzen wrapped up his higher education experience by walking the graduation stage at Albertsons Stadium.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was a good experience,\u201d he said. \u201cI barely made it across the stage, because I had a snowboarding accident two days before at Bogus Basin. I hit my shin on a rock. I had a compression bandage, so I made it. My family and friends were excited for me. They were also supportive.\u201d<\/p>\n

Now that he has a bachelor\u2019s degree, Lauritzen plans to focus on building his business and finding a full-time marketing job. He is grateful for the college experience.<\/p>\n

\u201cSome of the classes don\u2019t particularly apply to anything you are doing,\u201d he said. \u201cIn the end, even those classes have an important lesson to take away.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s not always about the practical skills. A lot of people forget that college is about taking classes that open your mind to completely new ideas.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lauritzen also plans to be a lifelong learner as he pursues his interests and feeds his passion for creativity.<\/p>\n

\u201cI figured out that I love college,\u201d he said. \u201cI became an academic. I love to learn things now. It\u2019s one of my most passionate things, which is one reason I want to run my own business. Every day is different. There are always different challenges and new clients. I love taking on a challenge and learning new things from it.<\/p>\n

Since graduating from Boise State, Lauritzen said he has had people ask him about earning an online degree. He always recommends the experience.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you are iffy on whether or not to go to school, it is a great middle ground,\u201d he said. \u201cYou can go to school and live anywhere you want. You have total autonomy and freedom. Just try it out. Go for one semester. I can almost guarantee you will learn more than you expected.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you apply yourself, you will be surprised and happy with the results. What\u2019s the worst that could happen? You learn something. Give it a shot. You\u2019re never too old. I missed my first year of school, then took an extra semester, as well. It took me five years to get my degree, but so what? I am so happy I went.\u201d<\/p>\n

Learn more about applied science at Boise State<\/h2>\n

Want to learn more about the applied science program? Join us for an online information session or contact a student success coach.<\/p>\n

Contact a Student Success Coach<\/a><\/p>\n

Attend a Live, Virtual Information Session<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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