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Meet a few of our CRCP Students

I've worked 19 years in the printing industry, 7 years in pharmaceutical research and development and 18 years as a professional musician. I'm in my 40s, married with a daughter in high school. I love music. I play the sax professionally and with the Chicago State University band. I also produce a biblical program for CAN-TV. The early morning work hours at UPS are challenging; however, being a musician has prepared me for that. It requires discipline. But education is important. That helps me get up in the morning.

This is not a cakewalk. You have to understand that going in. But it's worth the challenge. The CRCP allows me to return to school without taking out loans; plus, I'm able to work a part-time job with benefits. I'm goal-oriented. If a degree is important, what better program can you be in? Work now. No loans later! You have to have discipline for study time vs. work/life balance. My mindset is not on the day-to-day grind, but on the prize at the end.

My goals with the CRCP are to finish my BA in performance at CSU. Then, I want to earn Master's and Doctorate degrees. Eventually I'd like to write my autobiography focusing on my spiritual and musical journey – all while pursuing a career at UPS.


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