Erica Privott
Assistant Director - STEM Professions
Loyola Marymount University
“Even when obstacles present themselves, be resilient and push through it. The reward and feelings of accomplishment and strength are invaluable and stay with you.”
Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
Wanted to be a veterinarian, but dropped chemistry major for information systems after first year
Dropped information systems after second year and I was placed on academic probation
Completed three awesome internships, which helped shape my interests - and "don't wants"
Used my network to get my first job out of college, working on Capital Hill
Disregarded wellness and my rights and had to quit my job, and moved to CA
Connected with great people who welcomed, challenged and supported my career exploration and growth based on my skills and interests
Managed science outreach program, recruited future leaders and now coach emerging leaders in STEM.
Also, own and operate a pet-sitting business, where I provide the same love and care I always wanted to give to animals from the start.
Keep following my journey
Education
High School
Oxon Hill High School
Oxon Hill High School
Bachelor
Bachelor of Art, Business Administration
Thiel College
Bachelor of Art, Business Administration
Thiel College
Graduate
Master of Art, Higher Education Administration
Loyola Marymount University
Master of Art, Higher Education Administration
Loyola Marymount University
Career
Assistant Director - STEM Professions
Preparing tomorrow's leaders for careers in STEM.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Engineering
Environment & Nature
Helping People
Day to Day
Coach students in one-on-one appointments, meet with campus partners to discuss programs or curriculum and connect with employers to plan on and off campus recruitment opportunities.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for everyone
Connect, connect, CONNECT! Meet your alumni and professionals in the field you admire, and use those connections to give you access to your industry. From their experiences, tips and personal networks, the opportunity of your dreams could be waiting for you. Explore, be smart, trust yourself and discover why and where everything you have experienced and learned happened to create where you are today. And tomorrow!
Recommended Education
My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:
Bachelor
Bachelor of Art, Business Administration
Bachelor of Art, Business Administration
Graduate
Master of Art, Higher Education Administration
Master of Art, Higher Education Administration
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Family:
"You will never make it out there on your own."
Challenges I Overcame
First-Generation College Student
