Since my freshman year, I have served as an administrative assistant to the chancellor and president of my college. This practical experience in leadership, decision-making, and organizational procedures reinforces my academic learning.

The work college program has been a life-changing experience for me. The program has given me experience working with professionals at various levels of my institution, which helps in my understanding of workplace dynamics, expectations, and communication. I have always consistently possessed skills in the areas of leadership, communication, teaching, time management, and business professionalism. However, the work-study programhas assisted in refining and sharpening these abilitiesand has transformed them into competitive advantages in the work force.

I have heard numerous complaints from the elder generations regarding the lack of preparedness of younger generations for the workforce upon their college graduation. Nevertheless, I am of the distinct conviction that this claim does not apply to either myself or my peers. Numerous acquaintances of mine who attend other public universities are apprehensive about securing employment. The work-study program has been an essential part of my growth, equipping me with the skills and confidence to succeed after graduation. Due in part to the Alice Lloyd work-study program, I am confident in my ability to secure employment and establish a career.