Inspiration
When I was 5 years old, I had a stroke that paralyzed the entire right side of my body. I spent 11 days in a local hospital and went through years of mental and physical rehabilitation. (I later) volunteered in a hospital and from there I knew this was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.
Biggest Challenge
I had to apply three times before I got into the program. I have to work my butt off to get B’s and C’s, but one thing I can say is that if I set my goal on something I will get it. 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, through the process, taught me grit and hard work and determination.
Memorable Professors
Two faculty members really took me under their wing and mentored me throughout this entire process — George Palos, the program director, and Chad Hensley, the clinical director. I think of them as my college dads.
Surprise
Before I started the X-ray program, I didn’t realize the connections I would have with my classmates. They really became my family. The hours upon hours we spent in the lab, studying the positioning, studying the physics – it really built a family. I’m going to know them forever.
Being a Rebel
Means being responsible in every area of your life, whether that’s personal, professional, or public.
