Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I have been a full time professor with the School of Graduate Education for the past 14 years. In that time, I have served on a variety of committees and have routinely met the annual scholastic expectation for conducting research, including publication in professional journals and presentation at peer-reviewed conferences. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

Dr. Jeffrey Bailie is a full-time professor with the School of Education at Purdue Global. Jeff has been a classroom teacher in a variety of learning environments ranging from the middle school grades through to doctoral level of instruction, on-ground and online, domestic and international. Over the past twenty years, he has taught more than 350 online courses through a variety of academic institutions. His areas of specialization include integration of instructional technology, Web-based instructional design, assessment and evaluation, and online faculty training, mentoring, and supervision. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

Practical experience in life leads to the opportunity to connect learning with genuine practice. Most of it is not rocket science, so making a connection with adult learners and their wealth of rich experiences is my duty as a learning facilitator. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I recognized in 2nd grade that I wanted to be a teacher. All of my degrees have intentionally been in the field of education, including a bachelors, masters and doctorate awards. It has been a fulfilling 40 year career. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

As easy as the government makes it, don't borrow money for higher learning unless it will truly elevates your status in life. Nobody needs a doctorate degree in tuba tuning if it costs $200k in student debt, but only pays $15 an hour. Do your homework since higher education is big business, and many institutions just want your money. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I serve on several university and college committees and teach graduate education courses. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I studied in Canada and Britain, then taught in schools and universities in Canada and the U.S. Most of my colleagues in education have been female, and most of my students have been female, low income, and people of color. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

My outside experience helps me as a member of my college's Diversity and Inclusion Action Committee. It also gives me a different perspective on education, which I can share with my students here. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I see the influence of my father -- he lectured at the local law school -- and my grandfather, who has a teacher, a principal and then a professor. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Ask yourself, "Is now the right time?" If yes, seize the opportunity. If not, mark your calendar and commit to coming back. There is no substitute for university. Don't spoil it. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I teach Conflict and Communication, Public Speaking for the Professional and Communicating in a Diverse Society. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I am currently in The Equity Project (a semester long immersive training to learn teaching techniques specific to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.) 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

My awareness and growth as a educator to continuing learning and growing my craft FOR my students helps them succeed not only in my class, but hopefully persist in their degree path at PG as well. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I stumbled on this field when determining a major at Texas Tech University. I sat next to a student who was a COM major and fell in love with the field. I have never looked back. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Talk to your teachers! They are a great resource for your success not only in each class you take but also to guide you to school resources that will benefit you. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I teach students in the Education & Communication Department. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I work as an Elementary School Principal. In my role as a principal, I serve students and families from diverse backgrounds. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

My experience allows me to share real-world examples concerning education and communication with my students. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I always wanted to be a teacher, since I was very young. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Always keep pushing forward. Earning a degree can be stressful, but it is worth the effort. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I teach Strategic Communication, Conflict and Communication, and Interpersonal Communication. Furthermore, I’m part of our Education & Communication department’s Faculty Research Collaborative Group and PG’s Cultural Celebrations Committee. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

In addition to higher ed, I also serve in the nonprofit sector by having founded ANAK KO 501c3 for bereaved families in which I offer professional grief support, in particular for parents who lost children and pets. As a Certified Grief Counselor specializing in Pet-Loss Grief, I also designed and teach my Grief Diversity curriculum. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

Having served students and grievers of wide ranges of ages and demographics, my empathy and cultural appreciation estsblish a learning atmosphere of caring, inclusion and belonging. With studies and presentations under my belt, I help my research team through our process. My service with marginalized and underrepresented populations equips me to consider faculty and student interests for our cultural events. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I initially majored in communication to focus on journalism but ended up continuing onto graduate school, which ultimately led me to teaching at the college level. After my first year as an educator, I pursued my terminal degree in leadership, in which I researched intercollegiate coaches’ leadership and their student-athletes’ perceived athletic and academic performance and satisfaction, where my results are relevant to other group settings. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Feel free to reach out to your faculty, especially with questions about your courses and concerns about your performance. If your professor points out writing mistakes in feedback, this should be to help you improve and not be intended to offend you. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

Facilitate eLearning in the IX Series of Courses. Course Lead. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

Diversity and inclusion have been a constant throughout my education career, from teaching in the inner-city to teaching in elite private schools with students from around the globe. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

Outside experience and my PG Role are part of a system in the context of my professional practice. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

Tenacity. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Stay off the ropes. You will be knocked down in the ring. Get up and return. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I enjoy as my kiddos say, "Teaching Teachers"! I love helping students not only learn, but also see their potential to reach their dreams past their degree. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I have been an children's minister, Math and Reading Intervention, Pre-K teacher, Early Childhood Specialist, and K-4 Technology teacher. I have enjoyed all the hats that I have worn and getting to see education through different lenses. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

I draw from my experiences in the classroom and from the administration side. I love to use examples and things that I have learned to make connections with my students. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

My mother was an educator and I always found that teaching was something that came naturally. I think that when you find a calling and gifting that you are blessed to follow it. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Keep your goal in front of you. Have a plan and work that plan. Don't neglect your mental health and family health, but make sure you find a balance between learning and living. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I have been a FT Adjunct Faculty member in the Education & Communication Department for 9 years. I have an MS degree in Education and I am completing my studies at Purdue University Global for an MS degree in Psychology. I am the Faculty Advisor for the PG National Honor Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

Outside of the University, I am a NYS Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (L-CAT). I am credentialed as a Journal to the Self Therapeutic Writing Specialist, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, and Certified International Health Coach. I have extensive training in Health, Nutrition, Wellness, Contemporary Health Issues, & Interpersonal Communication. In private practice, my areas of expertise include Therapeutic Writing & Holistic Mental Health; Health, Nutrition, and Wellness; Disordered Eating; and Resilience, Thriving, and Coping Skills. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

My career and work experience have always focused on the needs of diverse populations in the inclusionary setting. Teaching in the non-traditional University setting has afforded me the opportunity to apply my outside experiences to meet the learning needs of our diverse students while employing the use of differentiated instruction. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

Each step that I have taken along my career path has allowed me to reach higher and continue to grow. In my role as an Educator, I have been fortunate to be able to build onto my expertise and gain multiple achievements in my work with students of all ages. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Believe in yourself and in your abilities to succeed! Keep moving forward and be proud of your accomplishments, every step of the way. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I teach a variety of early childhood education courses. I enjoy helping students understand how quality early care and education makes a difference in the lives of children and families. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

Suzanne has a B.A. in Elementary Education from the University of Missouri at Kansas City and a M.S. in Speech and Hearing from the University of Kansas. She taught hearing impaired children at the University of Kansas, Vanderbilt University’s Bill Wilkerson Speech and Hearing Clinic, and Central Institute for the Deaf in St. Louis, Missouri. She opened and directed an NAEYC Accredited early childhood learning center for 17 years in a faith based setting in Sarasota, Florida. She was the Executive Director of a non-profit professional membership organization, the Florida Association for the Education of Young Children, for 18 years. Currently Suzanne lives in Tampa, Florida and has been an adjunct professor at Purdue University Global teaching in Early Childhood Administration for 6 years. Suzanne currently teaches kindergarten in a religious institution. She is the author of the book, Building Children’s Brains: 600 Activity Ideas published by Red Leaf Press. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

My experience working with children with profound hearing losses and other special needs allows me to share a variety of experiences with my students. Having run an accredited early care and education program gives me insight into what is necessary for quality. I know how to work with diverse families and to provide community resources for both typical and atypical children and families. I spent many years as an early childhood advocate and can share insight into how to work with community leaders and legislators. Being Jewish has taught me how to fight discrimination and speak up when I see injustice. Continuing to teach young children allows me to see societal change and knowledge of the ever changing of young families. I use technology in various ways for my work in community organizations. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I always knew I wanted to teach and had a child in the family with a profound hearing loss. The head of the University of Kansas Medical Center, where he went for tutoring in learning to talk as a preschooler, took me under her wing and mentored me throughout high school, providing me a role in their preschool program. After graduation, I became a teacher at the medical center running a demonstration preschool for doctors and nurses. I also had many mentors in the early childhood field through children's organizations, local, state, and national. I was encouraged to run for offices and learned to much. I was selected to present at many early childhood conferences throughout the United States. I was fortunate to be chosen to teach brain development to teachers all over the state of Florida and saw the need for a practical book on the application into the classroom. Using all my experiences, I was able to write a book and revise it four times over the years. My career morphed into my wonderful job at Purdue University Global! 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Be open to new ideas and learn from others. Never stop pursuing new avenues of learning and seek out mentors. Enjoy each and every experience. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I have been an adjunct at Kaplan and now Purdue Global for 13 years. I have taught a variety of courses in the Early Childhood Education program. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I started out wanting to become a Kindergarten teacher with my B.S. degree in Elementary Education. I then pursued a Master's degree in Child and Family Studies followed by a doctorate in Educational Administration and Supervision. I have been involved in higher education for more than twenty years. During that time I continued to work in public schools in a variety of roles. I have worked in various parts of the United States which has brought about opportunities to experience diverse cultures, ethnic groups, abilities as well as economic status. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

I find that my real life experiences connected with the course materials lends to my credibility as an instructor for the courses. I taught for 10 years in the Chicago area visiting many schools as I supervised student teachers. I then worked in Montana for more than 15 years in both higher education as well as elementary schools. Earlier in my career I was an itinerant public school preschool teacher for young children with disabilities. All of these experiences have led to a deeper understanding of the issues and challenges that young children and their families face on a daily basis. Those are the real life experiences that I can share in the courses I teach 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I always new I wanted to be a teacher. I really was focused on teaching Kindergarten. My first position was as a preschool teacher for three to five year old students. Since then I have worked with students from Pre-K through 5th grade. I realized that every group has positives. Then I decided that I could have a bigger impact on children and families if I worked with pre-service teachers and that is how I got into higher education. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Choose a career that you are passionate about. That will provide the motivation to keep moving forward overcoming the challenges that you may be faced with. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I teach Early Childhood courses at Purdue Global. I started teaching here when it was Kaplan University and truly enjoy every course I have taught and every student I have met! 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

Outside of Purdue Global, I have taught Kindergarten and have 3 children of my own. I have also previously taught preschool and provided in-home daycare. I love sharing all of my knowledge and experience working with little ones with my college students. In both my kindergarten classroom and Purdue courses, I value each individual student and do my best to meet their needs and make them feel welcome and important. Creating a positive classroom community is key! 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

My experience caring for and teaching young children gives me knowledge to draw upon and share with my college-level students. I love sharing what has worked for me and what has not. I am always learning from my students, as well! 

How did you find your way to your career path?

My educational and career journey has taken me through a Bachelors in Family Studies, Masters in Teaching, teaching preschool, teaching Kindergarten, and teaching at the college level. Prior to realizing I was meant to be a teacher, I tried some other college majors and jobs. However, early childhood education has always been near and dear to my heart, and I am so glad I ended up where I did! 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Never stop learning, do not be afraid to ask for help, and love what you do! 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I have been with PG for 16 years. I started as an adjunct, then went to full-time adjunct and finally I was hired as a full time faculty. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I wear many hats outside of PG. I started as a public school speech and hearing teacher and then a Reading specialist (MS Ed). I was a private tutor for reading for many years. I also have a PhD in K-12 teaching and learning as well as five other degrees. I have an AAS in Criminology, a BS in Business Administration, a second MS Ed in Instructional Design, a graduate certificate in Human Resources, and an ABA certificate.

Lifelong learning is so important to me. I am a volunteer volleyball coach at my local YMCA. I have run a youth volleyball program going on 11 years this fall for ages 5-18. I am also an NCAA III collegiate coach (my 3rd season). I am a former homeschooling parent of 27 years. I still work a great deal with the homeschooling community. I evaluate of 600 students every year in the state of PA. I started and ran a private, religious school in PA for six years. I also started Valley Learning Cooperative 5 years ago. VLC currently serves 90+ students and is a democratic homeschool cooperative. I am the Educational Director at Maranatha Home Missions Network (a not for profit organization started nearly 40 years ago by my parents) , and the President of Lycoming & Clinton County Homeschool Association of PA. These positions are all volunteer work that I do in the homeschooling community. This is where my diversity and inclusion come into play as the homeschooling community is varied and requires me to work with families from all backgrounds, ethnicities, economic status, and faiths. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

These roles help me to improve my leadership skills and because I am intimately involved with 600 k-12 grade students it keeps me present in the field. I am constantly supporting parents in developing curriculum for their students. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I have always loved education, but once I became a mother, I knew I would stay home and educate my own children at home. My goal was to be able to also be an advocate for the homeschooling community. I knew most stay at home moms would not go to school to get their doctorate. So I did it for those moms. Once I earned my PhD, I couldn't stop there. I wanted to be able to support educators at the earliest stages and still be able to stay home with my own children. Online teaching seemed the perfect fit. For me the learning never stops. I am working on my 9th credential in education. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Your future is what you make it. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

Teach communications in all areas, especially communications research. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I was a first-generation college student that worked professionally in the field of communications all of my life, and enjoy teaching in support of that profession. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

I think I understand the role and position of both the first-generation college student...as I grew up a poor kid on the wrong side of the tracks...as well as the working professional, as I went back later in life, at the time of a full professional schedule, and earned my Master's Degree. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

Kept on pushing....I went down a lot of branches, but I always focused on professional integrity and success first and foremost. It was not always the easiest path, but it sure was a lot of fun discovering and advancing along the way!! 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

I always tell my classes the quote from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe..."Whatever you do or dream you can, begin it! Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it!" So, go out into the world and be BOLD!!! 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I am a member of the fulltime faculty team and a Course Lead and SME for several courses on our department. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

Former domestic and international K-12 independent school President. We operated an admission process free of social, radial or gender quotas or considerations. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

I understand how to relate to adult learners. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I started as an adjunct professor and after 12 years, was selected as fulltime faculty. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

To embrace the workload and don't look back. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I am a Full Time Adjunct, teaching communication courses here at Purdue Global. For the last couple years, I have taught two communication courses and I have loved it. It is has been awesome working with Dena and such great students! 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

My background is in teaching and sales. I worked as an account manager, traveling the United States working with a very diverse audience. From CEOs in Mexico, to line workers in Chicago, I found that building a strong rapport with the other person makes the transaction of communication much more effective and longer lasting. I take this approach into teaching. I feel like being accepting and providing a safe place for all students to have makes education truly what it is intended for--to learn. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

As mentioned before, my experience working with a diverse audience has made me capable of connecting with my students. At PG, we have students deployed overseas, on the West Coast, East Coast, and all over. If you cannot connect with your students, you are not going to help them learn. This has been my approach to not only my professional career, but my personal life as well. My experience working with all demographics has allowed me to be successful in my teaching here at Purdue Global. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

Great question. To be honest, by trial and error. I found that there are things in life that we are good at and things that we are bad at. Although I was good at sales, I was bad at cubicles. I did not want to spend my entire day in one place. Even though I teach online, this does give me the flexibility to work remotely, grading in different places. When it comes to teaching, I doubled down on what I felt was my biggest skill and that is talking to people. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Trust yourself! I was an older student, getting my degree with students who were much younger than me. I started to doubt myself, asking questions like, "Do I belong here?" The answer was YES, and that goes for you all as well. You do belong here. Trust yourself and really make the most of each class. Try to get involved and challenge yourself. This all leads to growth! 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I teach early childhood classes online, and I love every minute working at Purdue Global. The students are eager to share their knowledge, and once a classroom community is formed, we learn from each other. I've had the pleasure of presenting several workshops with my peer and friend, Suzanne Gellens, and we always have the support our Department Chair, Dr. Dena AuCoin. Dena makes my job at Purdue a delight, and she is always ready to assist in any way possible, assuring that the students and her department members are really having a stress-free journey at Purdue Global. I am beyond grateful to be doing what I love in this positive atmosphere! 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I teach at various colleges, so I have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of adult learners. My minor was diversity, so this learning helps me assure a positive, respective, and individualized learning atmosphere that meets the needs of each student.

Currently, I, also, present quality and interactive early childhood workshops for various conferences and college professional development venues.

I was in the early childhood classroom environment for over 16 years, which prepared me for teaching adults. I took the leap into adult teaching, because I believe that I can impact more young children by teaching their teachers. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

Without a doubt, my experience presenting workshops and working in the classroom gave me the knowledge and the overall perspective of early childhood. As I began to interact more with educators, I was able to step back and look at life through their eyes, as early childhood educators. So my classroom experience offered me the perspective of young children and my workshops opened my eyes to the educators, which offered me a very real starting point to my journey teaching online. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

When I left the classroom to present workshops, I fell in love instantly with working with educators. I truly believed that I had become an advocate for young children, as I shared developmentally appropriate practices. At that point, I wanted to enhance my knowledge to share with educators further, so I returned to school to obtain my Master's Degree. After leaving one on-line college to join a different college, I realized the power of online learning, when the teacher's presence was known. At this point, I knew that I found a home in the virtual environment. Almost immediately after graduation, I was able to join the teaching staff at a local state college, and the rest was history. I advocate for on-line learning and early childhood education in every class that I teach; it does not get any better! 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Communicate, communicate, and comunicate some more. Ask questions to assure understanding. Get involved, going beyond the requirements. The more you give, the more you will get. Intentionally be aware of all the learning opportunities that Purdue Global offers, and enjoy every moment of the journey. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

Jason Waldow is a Full Time Faculty Professor of Communication with Purdue University Global. He also serves as a Course Lead, instructor mentor and is currently serving as Faculty Advisor for the Tri-Alpha national 1st generation honor society. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

Professor Waldow has served as a team leadership consultant for Boeing executives which allows his research and studies to interconnect in the private sector. He has also utilized his Communications background to help create crisis management strategies for organizations. He enjoys working with local non-profits that help "at-risk" youth and has been involved with the Big Brother Big Sister organization for many years  

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

Prof. Waldow's eclectic business and music industry background serves as a great foundation to meet all student's where they are and help them achieve their goals no matter their interest. This makes for very robust seminar and discussion board interactions and a warm inclusive classroom atmosphere. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

Prof. Waldow is a multipotentialist who loves research and helping which blends right in to higher education. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Plan your work; Work your plan. Never plan to fail; Never fail a plan. Never hesitate to reach out to your instructor - they went through similar journey's and they are here to help you achieve your goals. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I am an adjunct professor in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. I have taught several courses in the department and am the course lead for CE371. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I have worked in public education as a teacher and principal in North Carolina and Virginia for 24 years. I currently serve as a principal of a Pre-K through 5th grade school in Fayetteville, North Carolina. My experience includes serving as a principal at three very diverse elementary schools, one of which served as an exceptional children’s center for the school district.

I obtained my Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Methodist University. I was chosen as a North Carolina Principal Fellow in 1996 and began study toward a Master of School Administration from Fayetteville State University. I returned to school in 2013 to earn my Educational Specialist Degree and Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Appalachian State University.

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

My experience in public education has easily transferred into teaching at the college level. I am heavily involved in teaching and mentoring my staff. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I found my career path by following my passion. I have always had a passion for teaching and learning. From the time I was a child I knew I wanted to be a teacher. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Stay the course! Don't give up on your dreams. Small steps lead to accomplishments. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I am a member of the fulltime faculty team, Course Lead for several courses, Faculty Consultant for the EdD program, and SME (Subject Matter Expert). 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

My background includes being raised in a military family, serving on various executive boards, holding office in nonprofit organizations, and various careers in radio and television, finance, and higher education leadership.

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

I can share my professional and educational experiences with our students to bring their learning to life. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

While a manager in the business arena, I was asked to teach a Public Relations course (the emphasis of my M.S.) as an adjunct faculty member. Soon after, I became the Faculty and Curriculum and Operations Director while teaching adult students. I enjoyed the entire higher education experience and have been a part of it ever since. I am thrilled to be part of the PG team! 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

I share this in my courses: As an adult student working and raising a family while completing my PhD, I understand balance. Life is a busy pie with working inside and/or outside the home, family (whatever this may look like), school, and more. It is important to work hard yet save a piece of that busy pie for you and those around you supporting you in this educational journey. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I am a professor in Early Childhood Administration. I am also the Faculty Advisor for Autism Speaks U here at Purdue University Global. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I am a volunteer Guardian Ad Litem for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) in the state of Florida. In this role, I work with many diverse families, foster families, and other caregivers to ensure that the children I work with are in safe and healthy living and learning environments. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

My volunteer work ensures that I continue to develop strategies to work with diverse families, professionals, and children. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

After I completed my PhD, I was hired to teach a new course on working with children with special needs as an adjunct. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

I think it is important to get involved in student life here at Purdue University Global and to join committees in these groups. 

Tell us about your role here at Purdue Global.

I have been at PG for 12 years. I am a an Adjunct Professor for the Education and Communication department in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences where I am a course lead for 4 courses. I am excited each day to interact with the students and provided them the best possible educational experience that I can. 

Tell us about your background and roles outside of PG. 

I am a combat Air Force Veteran and I work for the Department of Veteran Affairs as an Instructional System Specialist and Educationalist. 

How does your outside experience help with your role here?

I am 100% involved in education/training with PG and with the VHA. I pride myself in Teaching, Training, Motivating, Inspiring others on a daily basis. 

How did you find your way to your career path?

I knew that Education/Training was for me from the first time I saw that my instruction actually helped someone. Although that was over 30 years ago, I still get excited when a student shares with me that I helped them understand a concept that I taught. Knowing that I can help others grow in their professional life makes me proud to be an educator. 

What is your advice to new and/or continuing students?

Never stop learning and developing yourself to become the best person that you can be, and if you have questions do not hesitate to ask. We here at PG are available and want to help you succeed.