In retrospect, my Rockhurst experience virtually changed the course of my life, thereby giving me the audacity to dream big. One of my final projects required me to develop a personal credo, which I appropriately titled “When I Grow Up…,” as a culmination of my personal growth in my MBA experience. Rockhurst challenged me to step outside my comfort zones to explore new ideas.

The most striking concept that continues to resonate with me even today is the notion of service to others. Leadership development was the cornerstone of my MBA curriculum, and I learned that before you can lead, you must learn to serve.

My project assignments encouraged me to stretch and grow both on a personal and professional level. I gained confidence in my capacity to lead and develop teams and to execute projects, and I was encouraged by my extraordinary Rockhurst experience with tremendous support from highly educated and dedicated professors, staff and fellow students. Rockhurst taught me about the style and grace necessary for a woman of color to be successful in the workplace. I am truly honored to be part of an elite alumni network that is grounded by faith and dedicated to serving others.