How One Campus Tour Redirected Nicholas Hammond’s Career Path
Nicholas Hammond was a spontaneous kind of guy who got bored pretty easily. He had a lot of start-and-stop career episodes in his life. He tended to follow his impulses and might change direction in the moment, based on his feelings at the time. It usually worked out for him. But even he was a […]
Resilience in Action: How Kerry Lopez Found Her Calling at Carrington College
Denise Morris, Instructor and Program Director at Carrington College in Mesa, AZ, nominated Kerry Lopez for the Graduate Spotlight. “Kerry is the gold standard of what it means to be a Carrington College graduate,” Denise says. “She demonstrates leadership, empathy, and excellence, and has proven that transformation is possible when paired with determination and heart.” […]
It Takes a Village: How Gloria Verdine Found Strength, Support, and Success in Carrington College’s Dental Assisting Program
Sometimes it takes a village of family and friends to help you realize an important life goal. Gloria Verdine has no doubt she would not have completed Carrington College’s Dental Assisting program without the support and sacrifice of those friends, family and neighbors who stepped in when she was going under. Transportation, work schedules, childcare, […]
Despite Hurdles Due to Pregnancy, Pharmacy Technology Grad Ashley Benoit Delivers it All
Well into her third trimester, Ashley Benoit was accepted into Carrington College’s Pharmacy Technology program in April of 2024. Being pregnant did not hinder Ashley’s desire to “do something with my life,” outside of motherhood; nor did it hinder the willingness of the recruitment staff and teachers to work with her to accommodate her situation. […]
Living for Yourself: Nine Months After Graduation, Emma Santiago Passes the Final Veterinary Technology Exam and Overcomes Her Fear Of Failure And Self Doubt
Emma Santiago is a very smart young woman. You can tell the minute you talk to her. She is bright, articulate, positive. Her story is a perfect example of how even the smartest of us have unique struggles and, sometimes, crushing self-doubt which often hinders us from accomplishing our dreams and goals. Emma found a […]
Shining from Classroom to a New Career, Amy Galicia’s, Dental Assisting Journey
From her first day in class in the Dental Assisting program, Amy Galicia stood out as special to her instructors. “She came into the program with a strong work ethic, a kind heart, and a genuine willingness to support those around her,” remembers Andrea Gochnour, Dental Assisting Program Director. “Her nurturing personality naturally shone through, […]
Davian George, Medical Administrative Assistant: In the Wake of Heartache, Triumph
Early in her program as a Medical Assisting student, Davian George tragically lost both her mother and her stepfather within a week of each other. This staggering loss would forever change her and her siblings’ world. Understandably, school was the last thing that felt like a priority, especially because Davian had been left as the […]
Attitude Is Everything” says Kai Alberson, Promoted Twice Since Graduating from Carrington College’s Medical Billing and Coding Program
In October of 2023, we interviewed Kai as she was about to graduate in two months from the Medical Billing and Coding program. Faith and Focus: Student Kai Alberson Gets the Job Done | Carrington College. She thought it would be challenging to get a job in medical billing right out the gate, but she […]
A Bright Light in Scrubs: Nichole Umland’s Journey to the DAISY Award
Nichole Umland notices when life sends her signs, and when she began the Nursing Bridge program at Carrington College Boise, signs reassured her that she was on the right path. Being honored with the DAISY award, just a few weeks before graduating from nursing school, was further affirmation that nursing truly is Nichole’s calling. As […]
From Dental Assistant to DAISY Award Nurse: Robin Roxas’ Journey of Passion and Perseverance
Robin wanted to follow two generations of nursing careers set by her grandmother and mother, but specializing in pediatrics. Approaching her mid-thirties with a husband and young son at home, could she make such a big commitment – and sacrifice? Sometimes, all it takes is a little nudge. Where did that ‘nudge’ come from […]
Witnessing a Dangerous Accident, DAISY Award Winner and Carrington College ADN Student Daniel “Zee” Zaragoza Realizes His Calling To Be A Nurse
“Zee,” as he likes to be called (his birth name is Daniel) spent the last 18 years working as a Unit Tech, CNA, and many other jobs. All that time, whenever he worked in the medical field, someone would comment, “you know, you’d be a good nurse.” But he never took it seriously; he just […]
How Wrestling Led a Nursing Student to Patient Advocacy: Reflections From DAISY Winner Leili Lemmons
Can you imagine how wrestling inspired a 7-year-old girl to one day become a nurse? Leili Lemmons’ was raised from a young age to wrestle alongside boys before the sport was officially divided. Leili reflects on this by stating it taught her to speak up for herself, take the wins just like the losses and […]