Relationships, leadership, and experience are just the beginning of the many benefits of the UNL Educational Administration program. The face-to-face classes provide opportunities to build lasting relationships with colleagues as well as relevant-research opportunities to increase school improvement efforts. The professors are experienced instructional leaders willing to provide support during classroom instruction as well as in the field. As a graduate of UNL, the connections I made through classes and the practicum experience have made all the difference as I navigate through my first year as principal striving to develop effective instructional leadership practices.