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Maurice's work combines: Non-Profit Organizations, Government, and Upholding a Cause and Belief
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Palmdale High School
Bachelor's Degree
Asian Studies/Civilization
University of Maryland-University College
Graduate Degree
International Relations and Affairs
Troy University
Graduate Degree
Political Science and Government, General
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus
Certification
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus/United Nations Graduate Certificate Program
Doctorate
Public Administration
Walden University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Occupational Health and Safety Specialists:
Certification: Industrial Safety Technology/Technician
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Life & Career Milestones
I've taken a lot of twists and turns
1.
Joined the US Air Force out of high school.
2.
Moved around which resulted in delays in achieving educational goals.
3.
Left a nursing program after being transferred to a state that would not take the transfer credits.
4.
Transferred overseas and changed my undergraduate major to Asian Studies.
5.
Continued for a graduate degree that was not related to my career.
6.
Several failed attempts to change careers.
7.
Found a career that was a good balance between my professional experience and academic interests.
8.
Desired to finish a PhD. I thought it was impossible due to the mobile nature of my career. However, I found WaldenU and the rest is history.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Peers:
Waste of time! Why not be comfortable with the stats quo? You can't make it.
How I responded:
I was discouraged by peers and sometimes immediate family. I had self doubt, frustrations, and many barriers along the way. I worked and lived in austere environments that made it very difficult to study and stay focused. I had two life changing events that would encourage most to quit. However, I transformed that into something positive and used that energy to push me through the tough times. I remained resilient and continued against all odds to complete my goals. Attitude is everything!
Experiences and challenges that shaped me