B.S. - Psychology
M.S. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling with Trauma Emphasis
As a (late) returning student, I easily found my place in classes, clubs, and groups.
Tell us about your time at SCC.
I attended with my daughter, and we took several classes together. I found my sense of purpose and self-worth. I found my confidence. My daughter and I graduated and walked together in the commencement ceremony.
What made SCC the right fit for you?
As a (late) returning student, I easily found my place in classes, clubs, and groups.
Tell us about your favorite memory of SCC.
My peers elected me to lead as the President of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
What value has SCC brought to your personal life and/or career?
It prepared me for my Bachelor's and provided opportunities to give back to the community and fall in love with people of all backgrounds, cultures, orientations, and ages. It taught me to see things from so many different perspectives. I also made several lifelong friends who were also my teachers during my time at SCC.
Tell us about your involvement at SCC. What role did that involvement play in your overall SCC experience?
President of the Year, Phi Theta Kappa, completed the Women Rising 4 pillars pins, was the liaison for the campus blood drive for 3 semesters, helped with Human Trafficking Awareness week/month on campus, and I received my pins. Each semester, I achieved the highest honors and graduated with a 4.0 GPA.
Tell us what degrees or certificates you earned or what types of classes you completed at SCC.
I received my Associate's degree in the Social Sciences as I focused mainly on Psychology classes. I think I took everything they offered at the time in that field.
List any scholarship(s) you received while attending SCC.
I received too many academic scholarships to/name.
Tell us about your journey after graduating from SCC. Where did you start, and where are you now?
My daughter and I went to GCU, and again, we graduated together with our Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Then, when she continued to pursue her Master's in Health Psychology, I got my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with Trauma Emphasis. I interned with A New Leaf, helping those in my community. Now I am the Behavioral Health Lead at Recovia in Mesa, an inpatient and outpatient program (IOP) combining mental health, addiction help, physical therapy, and medical.
What advice would you give others embarking on their college journey? What would you say to convince someone to come to SCC?
Enjoy the journey, and take a wide variety of classes that fit within your degree's requirements. I needed a language, so I took Spanish. I needed an elective, so I took Microeconomics to learn more about how the world works. Join clubs, apply for scholarships, and spend time getting to know your classmates and teachers. It's well worth it.