Scott: Where do you see the beauty industry going in the next few years? Marilyn: I personally think that it’s a better time than has ever been; like I said, with the baby boomers being the largest generation that we …

What Are the Best Ways to Study for Online Classes?
Bryan University offers 100% online classes, making it easy to choose affordable and convenient courses that fit into your busy schedule. Remember that learning online should be just as important as attending class in person. To that end, Bryan U …
BU Partner Series – Marilyn with Merrell University of Beauty Arts & Science Part 5
Scott: How could a business degree benefit your graduates? Marilyn: I feel like it would be of great benefit to them. Stylists and estheticians too; we tend to be more artistic type people I’d say, but maybe we haven’t had …
BU Graduate Spotlight – Krystal Part 5
Scott: What advice do you have for other salon and spa professionals choosing to get their degree? Krystal: I think it is one of the best decisions that you could make for yourself or for your students. To continue your …
BU Graduate Spotlight – Krystal Part 4
Scott: What is next for you professionally? Krystal: Next for me professionally is, I have set goals for myself to go as far as I can go with my career. I plan on just continuing the journey I’m on and …
BU Partner Series – Marilyn with Merrell University of Beauty Arts & Science Part 4
Scott: How long have you been with Merrell University? Marilyn: I opened Merrell in 1985. For Senator Norman Merrell, that’s where the Merrell comes from. He was the superintendent of the public schools too so we both had a love …
BU Partner Series – Marilyn with Merrell University of Beauty Arts & Science Part 3
Scott: How did you become an educator in this industry? Marilyn: After graduating from high school, I went to college. I’m from Kirksville and that’s where Truman is. It was not called Truman back then. That’s where I started college. …
BU Graduate Spotlight – Krystal Part 3
Scott: As a graduate of the program, what were some AHA moments you experienced throughout the course of your education at Bryan University? Krystal: When I first started with the program, I had an AHA moment like, “ah, I can …
BU Partner Series – Marilyn with Merrell University of Beauty Arts & Science Part 1
Scott: How has the field of beauty changed during your career? Marilyn: It has changed tremendously during my career because in April i will have been in this fifty years. So a lot has changed in fifty years. I think …

Industry Insights with Upscale Glam Room Owner and Summit Salon Academy KC Education Director Carl Glorioso – Part 5
Scott: How can someone learn more about the Glam Room and Summit Salon Academy KC? Carl: So you can learn about the Glam Room or Summit Salon Kansas City by Facebook or our websites, and Yelp. We’re really present on …