 My kids are older now and it's the time where I can do a little for me, which also is doing a little for them by being an example of saying, you know, college is possible. I've been a single parent for a little over 16 years. And when I was a younger single parent, I didn't think LTC was possible just because, yes, I knew there would be financial aid for me. But I did not understand that there was assistance for childcare. I did not understand that there was scholarships and other opportunities to help me through the college process. It's important to advocate for the students who maybe don't know of all the resources. The Tech College System is a great place to be. They're the most supportive, welcoming, diverse, and understanding and patient set of people you'll ever find. I'm happy, I'm proud, I'm honored, because I know that I'm not just representing myself. I'm representing Manitowoc and Chaboyin counties. Because of Lakeshore, I hope to, with this position, inspire others to know that they can achieve their career goals and make it happen. As my grandmother always, always, always told me, never stop learning.