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Morgan's work combines: Education, Entrepreneurship, and Teaching / Mentoring
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Champlin Park High School
Bachelor's Degree
Psychology
Northwestern College
Graduate Degree
Public and Nonprofit Administration
Metropolitan State University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors:
Bachelor's Degree: Psychology
Graduate Degree: Public and Nonprofit Administration
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
As I was preparing to leave college, I was encouraged to apply to PhD programs. Unfortunately, I did not get in to any programs I applied to and was at a loss as to what to do.
2.
Because I didn't get into a PhD program, I ended up being recruited for an AmeriCorps VISTA position at an Adult Basic Education consortium. It had absolutely nothing to do with my degree.
3.
As I progressed throughout my VISTA service, I realized my skills in data analysis and synthesis were needed skills in the nonprofit sector.
4.
After my term of service, I started working for a little nonprofit with a staff of two. I learned many skills on the fly to keep the organization up and functioning. I also got to manage AmeriCorps.
5.
Because of my service with AmeriCorps, I then took a position in a political office that housed an AmeriCorps VISTA program. It allowed me to do a deep dive in management and compliance skills.
6.
After the political figure stepped away from office, I was let go from my position (it happens). I knew I wanted to take a break from AmeriCorps for a while.
7.
I landed a job at the University of St. Thomas running their mentoring program along with professional development activities for alumni. It is a completely different sector again
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Peers:
Don't waste your time at a nonprofit, you're worth more than that
How I responded:
Your journey is your own. Your self worth shouldn't be tied to the number on your paycheck, but based on the impact you make on those around you.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I got one of the largest scholarships at my institution, but that still only covered half of my costs per year. Unfortunately, I had to rely on private loans to finance my education. I'll be in debt for a long time, but it's worth it!