Student Life Archives - Sonoran Desert Institute

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Two operators fly a professional multirotor drone in a field, representing hands-on drone training through SDI's online uncrewed technology programs.

Which SDI Drone Program Is Right for You? | Online Uncrewed Technology Education

07.08.25

Drone setup and controller in use on SDI-branded mat outdoors

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Celebrate Dads and Grads: Drone Gear, Goals, and Going Further

09.06.25

Firearm cleaning setup on SDI mat with tools, parts, and Shooter’s Bible manual

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Celebrate Dads and Grads: Gear, Goals, and Getting to the Range

Laptop displaying SDI online classroom login screen on a gunsmithing workbench

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Your Guide to Success at SDI: Skills, Support, and Strategies

30.04.25

Brandon Hill, SDI graduate, speaking about building his firearms business during a podcast interview.

Brandon Hill’s Journey Through SDI’s Online Gunsmithing Program

15.04.25

Student at Sonoran Desert Institute working on a custom rifle during gunsmithing training.

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Why an Online Gunsmithing Program Could Be for You

11.04.25

Photo of Richard, a 2024 SDI graduate. Text overlay reads 'HOW I USE MY SDI TRAINING with RICHARD – SDI GRADUATE 2024'

Leveling Up in the Firearms Industry: Richard’s SDI Journey

26.03.25

Student holding a drone and laptop outdoors, symbolizing hands-on learning and remote operations in online drone education.

Top 5 Benefits of Online Drone Education

14.03.25

Person holding a serialized AR-15 lower receiver, inspecting firearm part for FFL transfer

How SDI Students Receive Firearms: FFL Transfer Process Explained

22.11.24

Drone equipment kit laid out on wooden table, including drone, controller, batteries, and accessories

5 Helpful Tips for Choosing the Right Drone

29.10.24

Dr. Ritu Sharma

Dr. Ritu Sharma: SDI’s Globetrotting Gem

31.03.23

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Creating an Effective eLearning Environment: Online and IRL

05.01.23

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Best Microsoft Laptop Computers for Online Classes

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ThinkPads for eLearning

28.10.22

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The Rise of eLearning

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The Best MacBook for E-Learning in 2022

23.09.22

Can You Survive an All-Nighter?

08.08.22

Michael Thornburg

SDI Student Veteran of the Quarter: Michael Thornburg

01.08.22

Man writing in notepad

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How to Write an Essay: Helpful Tips

17.05.22

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All-Nighters: Are They Even Worth It?

Kid reading a book

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Study Tips: Memorizing vs Understanding

Bring On The Breaks! 4 Ways Breaks Aid You

11.04.22

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Top 5 Snacks For Your Next Study Session

28.02.22

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Study Breaks

12.01.22

brenden paquette

Meet Student Veteran of the Quarter: Branden Paquette!

10.05.21

Gun with scope aimed down range

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From Our Grad Corner: How to Pack Your Range Bag

22.04.21

Man at desk writing on note pad

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Seven Tips on How to Beat Online Learning Jitters

28.01.21

Image of person working on laptop surrounded by studying materials.

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8 Tips for Studying at Home Effectively

20.04.20

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Following up with SDI’s scholarship recipients!

29.06.18

Group of students standing at summer event

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SDI’s wild crazy summer is just getting started!

08.06.18

SDI Webinar: Nick Koumalatsos, “Ok I found my passion. Now What”

01.12.17

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Finding Success in Online Education: By Mike Petronella

17.11.17

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So You Want To Be A Firearms Journalist?

28.07.17

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Shooter Spotlight: KC Eusebio

28.04.17

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SDI Student Joshua Stevens Wins Gun Digest Writing Contest

09.08.16

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SDI Partners with Gun Digest For Student Publication Opportunity

29.07.16

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SDI Student of the Month: Brianna Phillips

26.07.16

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SDI Field Study Experience Was "Amazing"

03.12.15