The 2007-2008 Adult Learner Ceremony Recipients
Share Their Thoughts On How to Succeed ...

MARCUS DESMOND Early Childhood Education "Realize you are not alone! Utilize valuable resources, take care of yourself and NEVER give up! Take setbacks with an open mind and an inviting heart and stay positively motivated."

KERRI HARTMAN Biology "Never lose sight of your goal or dream. Nothing is impossible to achieve when you put your mind to it."

DEANNA BETH HENDRICKSON Management "Achieving my B.B.A. will be an important milestone in my life that provides validation to those of my family/friends who say I'm stubborn and persistent!"

KATHLEEN HUTSON Early Childhood Education "Do what it takes to get the job done -- no shortcuts, no cop-outs, no games. Life is too precious to shortchange yourself!"

CHRISTINE WICHELNS MILLER Psychology "Don't be afraid to start something new. And no matter how long it may take, keep focused on your goal and never give up!"

G. YVETTE PEGUES Early Childhood Education "Success is measured by my ability to meet a set of personal goals and self assessments around my family and Christian values. Among them are: Courageous Enthusiasm, Shameless Suffering, and Spiritual Loyalty."

REGINA TURNER Early Childhood Education "There is no magic formula to succeed. I believe in the old fashioned way-hard work and effort. I also have a tremendous amount of faith in God."

CATHERINE VACANTI Early Childhood Education "Trust in God Have family support Set goals Work diligently Be persistent Use available resources"