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My career has taken various turns from vocational pastoral ministry to higher education administration to client services for a design firm to my current work in the afterschool profession. The key to how OCU influenced my career path was that my professors all told me that I could do ANYTHING with a liberal arts education. My education gave me freedom to fail and prepared me to be a problem solver, global thinker and team player. The breadth of my education introduced me to cross discipline opportunities that helped me see how all majors contribute and bring value to our society and culture. Even as a biblical studies major I had required and elective courses in life science, computer science, business finance and law, advanced grammar, social science and more. That gave me exposure to many professors and a perspective of how I can make my mark in the world–most importantly through serving others. I was inspired and challenged to take seriously the motto on the arch way ‘Enter to Learn; Go Forth to Serve’.

Upon applying and being accepted to Oakland City University, God called me into ministry and I changed my career path from Elementary Education to Christian Studies. Once I started attending, I was unsure what exact direction God was leading me to within ministry. I was involved in as much as I could from leading worship on campus to being a Resident Director and even being called to go on mission trips through the school. What I was shown through all of my involvement and wonderful experiences is that OCU has so much to offer for those attending which in turn will help guide you toward your desired career path, grow you as a leader and encourage you on your faith journey. I give thanks to the various caring and passionate professors and staff who wanted nothing more than to see us succeed in His name. Oakland City University is a wonderful institution that greatly influenced my life, career path and where I am today!