#humansofwp

“When I was younger, having the ability to play music in school was kind of like my escape. I want to be a teacher so that I can give that gift to students.”

“The College of Education gave me the opportunities and experience I needed to be nominated as a distinguished clinical intern for student-teachers and to land a full-time teaching job right out of college.”

“My biggest triumphs and failures have been at William Paterson. Straight out of undergrad I was denied for a Ph.D. program. After that, I asked myself ‘Is this something you really want to do?’. The answer was yes. I reevaluated myself and reapplied two years later to the exact same program, and it was the only one I applied to. I got in.”

“I believe that what goes around comes around. I want to pass on the mentorship that put me in a better place. I learned to always be willing to teach people, help people, and guide people.”

“I’m proudest of being the first person in my family to graduate from college. I just wish my great grandmother could have seen it. When I went to get my diploma, I wore her rosary around my hand. So in a way, she was there when I received it.”

“I’m constantly thinking. There’s not a minute where I’m not thinking or trying to stay productive. If I experience something or get inspired by something, I write it down. My yellow notebook does not leave my side.”

“After graduation I want to act, and I’ll do whatever it takes. My dream role is to be the first black Spider-Man in a Marvel movie. But when I do it, I have to be the best. So once I’m cast as Spider-Man, there’s no point in making another one, unless it’s a sequel starring me.”

“Enjoy the ride. It’ll be over sooner than you think.”