Major: Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration Expected Graduation Month & Year: May 2023 Hometown: Buffalo, NY Desired Career Path: To continue my education and obtaining a doctoral degree Nominated By: Amy Wilson, HEA
Briefly describe how you have managed to stay confident and positive throughout your academic experiences.
I manage to stay confident and positive by being patient with myself and taking everything one day at a time. I also do continuous introspection to reflect on ways I can improve as a person and professional.
Briefly describe how you have overcome obstacles to accomplish/work towards accomplishing your professional goals.
I overcome obstacles by keeping my goals at the forefront of my life. I am constantly reminding myself of what I need to do to reach my goals. I also use daily affirmations to give myself encouragement when I need it.
In what ways did the Career and Professional Education Center (CAPE) help in your preparation/search for your internship experience or in securing employment? (workshops, events, 1-on-1 services, BengalLink/other resources
The CAPE was very helpful with their workshops that I attended and advice on applying for jobs.
Any words of wisdom you would like to share with other students?
Always be willing to bet on yourself, you are capable of more than you think.
Desired career plans after graduation?
After graduation I plan on continuing my education and obtaining my Doctoral degree.
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with other students and employers)?