I would highly recommend the GPEPP program. It is great for anyone interested in any educational field, and the online format provides flexibility for those with busy schedules or who may have already started their career.

Hometown

Martinsburg, West Virginia

Department

Educational Foundations

Related Degrees

• MEd, Educational Foundations: Global Perspectives

Where do you work?
I am currently in my second year as Graduate Manager for the University of Hawai‘i Rainbow Wahine Basketball Team. Go Bows!

How did you become interested in the field of educational foundations?
I completed my undergraduate degree in Business Administration with a minor in Sports Media Studies at the University of Southern California. I aspire to become a college basketball coach, and I see great overlap between the educational and coaching fields.

Why did you select the UHM COE?
They developed a new online program that aligns with my career goals and allows me to engage in class no matter where I am in the world. Whether I am on O‘ahu, traveling with the team, or on break on the east coast, I am able to log in to class and be an active participant.

Would you recommend this program? 
I would highly recommend the GPEPP program. It is great for anyone interested in any educational field, and the online format provides flexibility for those with busy schedules or who may have already started their career.

Is there anyone in particular who inspired you to pursue a career in this field?
My parents have instilled education as a core value in me from a young age. They are my biggest supporters in my pursuit of higher education.

What are your future plans?
I plan to become a basketball coach at the college or professional level.