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Defend the cause of the weak and the fatherless
Friday, July 16, 2010 — West Palm Beach- FL
I know it sounds familiar, but I was trying to figure out which direction to go, and I was literally watching television one night when I saw a commercial for South University. The next day, I was on the phone and visiting the campus and making connections.
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Empathy Requires Imagination
Monday, April 19, 2010 — Savannah- GA
Kimmy Watt
BBA, Healthcare Management
Alumnus: Class of 2009, College of Business
Campus: Savannah
“I’m so thankful for what I gained through studying at South University in Savannah. I’m a much better communicator and administrator because of the program. My work at South gave me the gift of knowing how to manage people and projects much more effectively.”
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You just might be asked for by name
Monday, March 15, 2010 — Savannah- GA
Jay Bodalia is not your average guy. He is the guy who, in 2006, earned the highest score in the country on the NCCAA exam, which is the exam that every student must pass to become a certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (AA). He earned his Master of Medical Science degree from South University’s Anesthesiologist Assistant program and graduated third in his class—with honors of course.
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“If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.” -- Milton Berle
Monday, September 28, 2009 — Savannah- GA
Erica Usher
Campus: Savannah, Georgia
Employment: Mental Health Court Coordinator for the Chatham County Superior Court
"I want to make policy changes as high up as I can and to advocate for causes that I know deserve attention and legal revisions. I want to see that justice is done, as much as I can."
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In a world of possibilities, don’t settle for second best!
Monday, August 17, 2009 — West Palm Beach- FL
My Legal Studies professors were amazing. They were energetic, they knew the law, and they clearly love to teach it!
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The value of listening
Thursday, January 15, 2009 — Tampa- FL
Laura Skrodzki
Alumnus: Class of 2009, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Campus: Tampa
I like people, and sometimes taking time to listen to patients who are hurting can be just as valuable in their healing process as administering medicine.
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Searching for strength
Monday, January 05, 2009 — Tampa- FL
“Choosing South University - Tampa has turned out to be a blessing in many ways. I’ve been able to stay close to my family who mean a great deal to me. Likewise, I’m moving forward immediately. I didn’t have to wait another year to start my nursing career because I started the program at South University on time and within a few months, I started moving toward the goals I’d set.”
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Home is where the heart is
Sunday, December 28, 2008 —
“As soon as I got here, I really felt like the courses suited my personality.”
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"We are shaped and fashioned by what we love." - Goethe
Friday, December 26, 2008 —
“I’m so thankful for my family’s support and can’t say enough how it’s helping me through college. I love the path I’m on, and I know it’s going to lead me not only to understanding myself better, but also to helping others navigate the road as well.”
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Curiosity Can Take You Places!
Thursday, December 18, 2008 — Columbia- SC
Heather Schuckmann
Bachelor of Science, Legal Studies
Alumnus: Class of 2009, College of Arts & Sciences
Campus: Columbia, SC
“When I left my military career, I had to refocus my goals for the future. My mom has always encouraged me, though, that all things in life happen for a reason, and the hurdles are no reason to stop growing and learning.”
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Changing circumstances means changing behavior
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 —
“One thing I’ve learned at South and I continue to learn is you can’t reshape life by staying on the same level. In order to change circumstances, you have to change the behavior and that kind of positive change will take things to the next, and hopefully, higher level.”
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It's OK to Dream
Sunday, December 14, 2008 —
“The greatest lesson I’ve learned so far at South is—it’s okay to dream, but it’s even more important to work toward that dream to make it more than a dream -- make it a reality.”
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What do I want to make sure to accomplish today?
Friday, December 12, 2008 — Tampa- FL
René Pick
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Alumnus: Class of 2009, College of Nursing
Campus: Tampa
“There are just bigger problems in the world than agonizing over a flat tire. Sometimes life reminds us to ask the real question – if tomorrow doesn’t come – what do I want to make sure to accomplish today?”
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Doing what she was born to do
Wednesday, December 10, 2008 —
“An advantage of South University was the small group of students for each hospital rotation. Eight students per professor meant we received the necessary support and training.”
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Just what the doctor ordered
Monday, December 08, 2008 —
“I gained a vast knowledge in the practice of pharmacy and how to look at the bigger picture when it comes to patients. I also learned how to question and investigate certain situations in order to make better decisions on behalf of my patients.”
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Leadership Found
Saturday, December 06, 2008 — Savannah- GA
Maria Alvarado Manning
PharmD
Alumnus: Class of 2009, School of Pharmacy
Campus: Savannah
“At home, I was encouraged. I observed and admired my family. My father was a doctor and my mom a teacher who worked with autistic children. And I had an aunt who was a pharmacist. I watched family members I love take care of one another,”
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Professional people person
Friday, December 05, 2008 —
“My best experiences are when patients tell me at the end of the day that I’ve been great or they are going to miss me.”
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The power of determination
Thursday, December 04, 2008 —
“I always wanted to work with people; it is my passion.”
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This campus seems to always be smiling!
Wednesday, December 03, 2008 — Columbia- SC
Callie Boan
Bachelor of Science, Legal Studies
Alumnus: Class of 2009, College of Arts & Sciences
Campus: Columbia
“When I bought my farm, I did not know what a bargain I had in the bluebirds, daffodils and thrushes; as little did I know what sublime mornings and sunsets I was buying.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson...
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The only real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.
Monday, December 01, 2008 — Columbia- SC
Tiffany Wood
Bachelor of Science, Legal Studies
Alumnus: Class of 2009, College of Arts & Sciences
Campus: Columbia
“Regardless of how many times you go somewhere or look at one thing -- when or if you go back to it with an open mind, you’ll continue to see more possibilities,”
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Unexpected dream come true
Sunday, November 30, 2008 —
“As a mother, that is one thing that I want to be: a good example.”
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Never say never
Saturday, November 15, 2008 —
“I actually didn’t find this job it found me. I guess when God wants to put you somewhere that’s where you are going to go.”
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