Month: May 2016

One of the most joyous things I have done in life was start an annual scholarship for my high school alma mater, Sumner Academy. I ran it in 2006 and 2007. The first year Omon was one of the three recipients and it has been a pleasure to mentor her, see her obtain her bachelor’s degree, attend her medical school White Coat Ceremony and on Saturday I had the privilege and honor to attend her graduation from medical school! Dr. Ighalo, I am so proud of you!!! CONGRATULATIONS and thank you for inspiring us all to shoot for the stars and achieve our dreams!

You can read my blog post from the White Coat Ceremony here.

Candice with Dr. Ighalo

Candice with Dr. Ighalo

I love the quote by George Eliot, “It’s never too late to become what you might have been”.  3 years ago my dear friend Susie decided to embark on a major career change that included having to go back to school to obtain another bachelors despite already having a bachelors and a masters! The journey over the last few years has been challenging to say the least BUT she did it and I am so proud of her! It was an honor to see her walk across the stage and achieve her lifelong dream of becoming a registered dietitian! Susie, thank you for inspiring us all to remember DETERMINATION is a driver of success.

Candice with Susie Roberts at her graduation

Susie Roberts walking across the stage for graduation