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For me, Veterans Day is a daily celebration for our military personnel and their families, both past and present. As we observe this sacred day, let us pause to reflect on the myriad of ways veterans have protected and served the United States for nearly 250 years. For these very reasons, almost 8 years ago, I decided to join the U.S. Navy Reserves, …
September 11, 2001 changed America’s history. Many of us remember the exact place and moment when we heard the United States was under attack. Many of us also remember how Americans united together, ready to defend our country and protect our citizens. During a time of anguish and grief, we came together as one. In honor of the lives we …
A workplace culture that is inclusive, diverse, and equitable to all employees unleashes innovation and growth potential beyond measure. In my recent article, Unlocking the Potential to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, I discuss just how impactful communication is to delivering effective DE&I results within our workforce today. Check out my article, Unlocking the Potential to DE & I Takes a …
Sports and service have shaped the person I am today. Since childhood, I have cherished the value of giving back. I’ve been blessed beyond measure, and my birthday has always signified a day of sharing my blessings with others. This year on my birthday, I’d like to personally thank and honor my high school alma mater, Hamilton High School …
For so many Americans, the New Year offers the opportunity to reflect on our past, present and future goals. 2020 was very different for many of us and for families across the globe. Through challenges we persevere and improve, and that is what I embrace the most as we kick off this New Year. My heart remains with families throughout …
The season of Christmas will forever be a season of love, healing, giving, and a season for miracles as God blessed us with the birth of the Prince of Peace. Let us remember those who are serving oversees and their families. We must never forget, there is no mountain that we cannot climb together. I wish you a Merry Christmas …
This year as we spend valuable time with our loved ones, and most importantly, give thanks for the many blessings within our lives – I wanted to take a moment to reflect on a key component in my life that I am passionately thankful for – Our American History. With every move we make, it surrounds us; with every breath we take, …
September 11, 2020, is truly an important moment of reflection for our country. As we all remember the tragic day, my prayers still remain with the victims and their families. We will never forget. Today is the 19th Anniversary of September 11, 2001, and many of us will reflect on that very moment when we heard that our Nation was …
The Navy Office of Community Outreach (NAVCO)’s mission is to connect Americans with their Navy, and this is one of the main reasons why I joined the U.S. Navy Reserves – to connect the American people in communities across the country to our Navy, which remains vital during times of peace, war, and in the difficult times we now face, …
Labor Day is a holiday to honor the American labor movement and its contributions to this great nation’s booming economy 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 This Labor Day Weekend, take some time to relax if you can, but also find new ways to expand your mind. That could mean reading an article about a topic you find interesting, asking a friend about their new job, …
Service is Essential. To Whom Much is Given, Much is Expected.
Being a professor allows me to share what knowledge I have with others. It is also an opportunity for me to continue to learn because I firmly believe that by teaching we better understand what we are teaching and we also learn from those we teach.
I connect with people. Whether large or small, the power in speaking is being able to connect. We are more alike than we are different, and as a public speaker I look to tap into that connection.