One Step At A Time

After receiving the presidents cup!

Receiving my diploma from Chancellor Sullivan

Graduation!

It is already week 6 of this quarter! I feel as if it has just started! A few weeks ago I walked the stage at graduation and received my Associates in Baking! It was an amazing experience and I was able to share the moment with all of my friends and family. Its amazing looking back and seeing everyone that has stood by me through this college journey.
  I am currently finishing up my 2nd quarter of my bachelors program! The program is by far not easy, but with studying it hasn't been to bad! This quarter I am taking Business Law, Accounting II & Marketing! Marketing is so much fun! We had the opportunity to make a business plan and bring back a dying brand! Our brand was blackberry and it has been an awesome project so far!
   This quarter has been crazy with some things going on but always remember to put school first! Those who love you will stand by you if they truly care! Keep your focus on school & the end of the journey will be here before you know it! :)
-Allysa

Breaking out of my comfort zone

I think one of the scariest things for me to hear is "Public Speaking", The thought of getting in front of a crowd makes me sick to my stomach, literally. When I found out I had to take a public speaking class I was terrified and was dreading this quarter so much. Getting in front of people and reading or telling a story was honestly one of my biggest fears. I never thought I would be where I am now. After the first speech and receiving an A and being told by everyone in the class that I was extremely funny and entertaining made me feel a lot better about the whole "public speaking" thing. Now that I am almost halfway through with this class, I can tell how much I have changed by not being as nervous or anxious about getting in front of class. From the help of an awesome teacher to some great classmates, the Public Speaking class has changed me in so many ways and made me such a stronger, more professional individual.

-Bryce Phillips

Time Flies!

Hi Everyone,

I cannot believe that it is almost time for Mid-Terms! I am so glad that Sullivan University is on an accelerated schedule, it makes it so much easier on me when I take exams because the information is still fresh and on the front of my mind.

I am also looking forward to the Spring Luau that happens right around the same time as our Mid-Terms, it is such a nice way to break up the stress of taking exams. Sullivan University definitely cares about their students and really wants them to do well, by offering these fun, free events to students and staff, everyone gets to take a well deserved break and be refreshed upon returning to the classrooms. At the last Luau I won one of the line dance competitions, it was a blast!



Just remember, if Mid-Terms have you feeling low, throw on a grass skirt and dance until you feel better!

Last Quarter

This is my last quarter at Sullivan University. I went to Enrollment Services last week to pick up a Graduation packet. There was an overwhelming feeling of pride and accomplishment. I've come a long way in the past two years, and I've learned a lot. Sullivan was a wild ride, but I'm glad that it's almost over. I will finally be able to put everything I've learned, both inside and outside of school, to use. I have no doubt that I will be a success, and it's a blessing to have made it this far!

Thanks

Nikkos

Doing What It Takes To Do What You Love

Hi Everyone,

This last Saturday I had the opportunity to attend the Sullivan University Spring 2013 Graduation ceremony, it was so nice to be able to support all of my friends who graduated this last year. While I was watching my classmates walk across that stage and into the next chapter of their lives, I realized something very simple but powerful: as students, we do what it takes to be able to do what we love.

My mom always says, "When you're a student you can have Good Grades, a Great Social Life, and a Good Job. But, out of those options you can only pick two!" Being a student is a lot of work, late nights, big papers, cram sessions... but it's worth it when you get to spend 9:00 to 5:00 doing what you're passionate about.

I just finished the first month at my internship for the Event Management and Tourism program, I am a part-time Customer Service Representative at the Louisville Visitor Information and I love my job! I spend all day helping people plan their trips and telling them all about the fun things to do in Louisville. Not only is my job fun, but because I work for a branch of the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau I now have access to career opportunities I would not have had if I was competing with all other graduates with no prior experience.

While you’re reading this, whether you’re a current Sullivan student, deciding whether or not Sullivan is right for you, or graduating in 7 weeks like me, just know that:

If you do what it takes, and you’ll be doing what you love sooner than you think!

Trust me ;)

Kellie Pina

Hello all!
Just stopping by to talk a little bit more about Sullivan. I am working on my bachelor's degree which makes it my 8th quarter at Sullivan. Classes are getting tougher and there is more studying involved! I miss going to the kitchens and the bakery but working on my bachelors has made me realize that I've come a long way in my education.
This is my first time taking an online class! So far it is not bad at all. A lot of people prefer on campus classes because you get more information and more in contact with the instructors but I have realized that online classes are just the same. On the online class my instructor was very helpful since day one of class. Its very open and I feel comfortable asking questions or discussing anything about the class!
-Mei

               International Cuisine            

     Greetings everyone!     
This quarter is my 4th! So I received my blues so excited about that! But I am really pumped about my culinary lab this go around, International! So far we have hit China and the Middle East. I wasn't sure    how I would like the class but it may turn out to become my favorite so far. It is getting hard to choose   with more and more labs under my belt, I like them all a lot! I am under Chef Payne's instruction now    and I am enjoying her teaching skills, she is entertaining and informative, if you get to have her you will love her! Here is a picture of a deep-fried Red Snapper! It was awesome!                                                

     I hope this got all of you food lovers excited!   

     Be safe and take care    

      A l e x a n d r a   L e i g h   C r u i k s h a n k 

My Amazing Week

This has been a great week for me so far, I just got my first job here in Louisville, KY at Louisville Slugger Field, which is where the Triple A team Louisville Bats play, as a Panini Cook. It should be a great experience for me with a great company for me as I begin to work my way up. My first day is actually tomorrow night versus my hometown team, Toledo Mud Hens, so hopefully it will be a great game. 

Also today in Garde Manger class, which is a cold foods class, we took a field trip to a local food purveyor. At Mattingly Foods we learned how beef and pork is broken down. we also learned about the history of the company as well as the several partners of Mattingly Foods.

Overall my week has been going very well and I expect it to keep getting better.

Until next time-
Brandon Way

Spring?

With spring break bringing nothing but snow here in Louisville and the cold weather continuing it can be hard to believe that it is actually spring. I am looking forward to the day where I can walk outside without a jacket and be comfortable. I know though that as soon as that happens that I wont want to be inside and getting school work done and concentrating will be just that much harder. I guess I will have to plan my life accordingly. Good Luck!