Saliyah Parker
Austin Community College
Austin, TX USA
"Take your time and trust yourself."
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Advice for getting started
When I was younger, I didn't really know how to ask for help. I always felt embarrassed to do so. As I've gained experience, I've learned that it's okay to ask for help. When I went back to school as a single mom, asking for help is something I had to prioritize. I utilized all of the resources I could find to support my efforts to complete school as a single mom, which was key for my success so far.
Here's the path I took:
High School
Associate's Degree
Communications Studies
Austin Community College
Life & Career Milestones
I've taken a lot of twists and turns
1.
I initially thought I wanted to become a doctor.
2.
I spent a couple of years as a biology major and tried out medical assistant school but realized that I didn’t actually enjoy science.
3.
After a five-year break, I went back to school to pursue communications.
4.
I earned my associate degree in communications studies while working and raising two kids.
5.
I work in public relations and marketing for the Office of College Relations and Marketing at Austin Community College and as a career services advisor at the College of Health Care Professions.
6.
After I complete my bachelor’s degree, I plan to build my career in public relations.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Myself:
I'm too embarrassed to ask for help.
How I responded:
When I was younger, I didn't really know how to ask for help. I always felt embarrassed to do so. As I've gained experience, I've learned that it's okay to ask for help. When I went back to school as a single mom, asking for help is something I had to prioritize. I utilized all of the resources I could find to support my efforts to complete school as a single mom, which was key for my success so far.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I'm raising two kids as a single mom. Going to school, working, and raising my kids has been difficult at times, but I've persevered and utilized all the resources available to me for support.