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Career Profile

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The career path I’m looking forward to beginning is a job I received training for while serving in the Military. I was responsible for maintaining aircraft records such as flight hours, maintenance data, monthly summaries etc. The actual title of the job varies, but it falls within the spectrum of an aircraft analyst. However, outside of the military this job usually requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems management, or something similar. Experience is a very important aspect of this career because improperly kept data could risk lives by overflying an aircraft. Most people in this field end up being veterans because most of their training was paid for by the military. Which could actually replace the need of a bachelor’s degree, for example, the job posting I picked for the upcoming assignment would also consider eight years of experience instead. However, there are many opportunities to work as a contractor alongside active duty military. Over
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Blog #3

The United states has prided itself on its history. We build monuments, rename schools, and declare holidays to honor the decisions and actions of our ancestors. As we advance into the future, the world’s technological advances continue to overwhelm our lives and fade the traditions of the past. Social media and texting has replaced face-to-face conversations to the point that many people undervalue social experiences and public communication. As generations continue to develop, America has slowly closed the door on many traditions of the past and has begun to accept the diverse cultural influence that comes from its citizens. The recent renaming of Columbus Day to Indigenous people’s day in many cities across America is a clear example of this.                 The cultural division across America is easily influenced by the varying landscapes throughout the country. If you ask the question “What makes you an American?” in New York City, you would receive a different answer than in
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Where I'm from

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I’m from snow covered boardwalks.                 Unpredictable winters of New Jersey. I’m from sandy beaches that share the sky with a thousand lights.                 The New York City skyline is viewable from many areas. I’m from a simple but spontaneous home.                 Raised by a single mother, I grew up moving a lot. I’m from book bags and beach towels.                 I learned good grades meant more time outside. I’m from Sunday movie nights.                 From Super bowl sleepovers to Christmas morning presents. I’m from a firm, but caring home.                 From strict military-trained uncles to a mother who kept them balanced. I’m from BBQs, volleyball and “pork roll” breakfast sandwiches that never get old.
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Six-Word Memoir

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There's truly no place like home New Jersey communities tend to live under the shadow of New York City. It helps remind the residents that greater opportunities are out there and because of this I remember growing up and moving away from home was all anyone could talk about in high school. I was one of the lucky few who was fortunate enough to stick with their plans and at 17 years old I enlisted in the military. I bounced around from state to state and have lived everywhere from Mississippi to California. I experienced city-life while living in the Washington DC area for a few years and ultimately, when it was time to return to college I chose here in San Diego (to get out of the cold weather). Now at 24 years old, I learned that through all the moving and traveling, I always end up home at least once a year. As life evolves and becomes more complex I realize the same eagerness that drove me to leave home when I was younger gets replaced by a sense of comfort and f
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