Erica Privott
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."
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Erica's work combines: Engineering, Environment & Nature, and Helping People
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Oxon Hill High School
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Art, Business Administration
Thiel College
Graduate Degree
Master of Art, Higher Education Administration
Loyola Marymount University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Assistant Director - STEM Professions:
Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor of Art, Business Administration
Graduate Degree: Master of Art, Higher Education Administration
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
Wanted to be a veterinarian, but dropped chemistry major for information systems after first year
2.
Dropped information systems after second year and I was placed on academic probation
3.
Completed three awesome internships, which helped shape my interests - and "don't wants"
4.
Used my network to get my first job out of college, working on Capital Hill
5.
Disregarded wellness and my rights and had to quit my job, and moved to CA
6.
Connected with great people who welcomed, challenged and supported my career exploration and growth based on my skills and interests
7.
Managed science outreach program, recruited future leaders and now coach emerging leaders in STEM.
8.
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.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Family:
You will never make it out there on your own.
How I responded:
Believe in and trust yourself, lean on your faith and just jump. Be smart, resourceful and watch things fall into place. Even when obstacles present themselves, be resilient and push through it. The reward and feeling of accomplishment and strength is invaluable and stays with you. You got this!
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
Use your resources! Find people at your university who you trust and can explain things to you. They will point you in the right path. Go online and research opportunities, then find the people who can help make them reality.