I had several favorite things about ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½. I liked living on campus even though I lived in Danville. The small classes allowed me to talk directly to the instructors, and gained one-on-one attention in my studies. Also, the family-like atmosphere of ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ made it feel like I was at home. -Connie Jennings, BA’82, MBA’07, M.Ed.’08

Connie Jennings is a three time ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ graduate. She chose ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ for its Theatre department, and Ms. Betty Smith. Ms. Smith was one of ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½’s acting, directing, and public speaking professors at the time of Connie’s enrollment. She was also an one-act theatre judge for a play Connie performed in. After seeing Connie perform in a play, Ms. Smith encouraged her to attend ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½.

Connie’s undergraduate degree in English and Theatre has helped her to obtain teaching positions at George Washington High School. Her additional graduate level degrees have helped to excel her career even more, and gave her personal satisfaction along the way.

We asked Connie what her advice was for someone debating going back to school, and she said “I would tell them to go. One of my favorite quotes is by the late blues singer, B. B. King who said, “The beautiful thing about learning is nobody can take it from you.”

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Hello, everyone. My name is Tyler Jordan Pace and I am about to finish my junior year here at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½. I am currently majoring in Sociology/Criminal Justice and after my studies are complete here at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½, I plan to attend law school and earn my Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) and become a defense attorney.

I am currently majoring in Sociology/Criminal Justice and after my studies are complete here at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½, I plan to attend law school and earn my Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) and become a defense attorney.

What is your motivation for obtaining your degree here at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½?

I love helping people and I always want to speak up for individuals who may not feel comfortable doing so themselves.

What keeps you motivated while in your degree program?
My family and personal desires help keep me motivated in pursuing my academic goals here at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½, and it will be a very big honor to not only myself, but also to my friends and family who have helped me along my academic career.

What advice would you share for current and incoming students in ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s GPS Program?
My advice to upcoming students and current students at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ is to stay steady and to not get overwhelmed when things may not go your way. Keep yourselves motivated and everything will fall into place. I have really enjoyed my short time here and I cannot wait to see what my future holds.

What is your anticipated date of graduation?
I am anticipated to graduate in May 2020!

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