Our Careers and Paths

[NDFANnSouthWest]

So I started this thread almost a year and a half ago with news of my air traffic radar certification and have been loving the job ever since. I currently work at a smaller radar approach control in the south.

But, I am thrilled to say, I have recently been picked up on a bid for New York Tracon. The Common I, N90, THE approach control.

For those of you that don't know a lot about ATC, this is like getting a shot at the majors. People that don't make it there curse the place and those that do, love it.

2012 has been tough for my family but this and the news of a little wild one on the way has been a blessing from God.. I count them everyday.

Anyone else making moves??

Just re read this entire thread....great thread my man- Cheers to you and Congratulations on successes.

I am truly impressed with the ppl on IE- ND grads and other schools, really impressive. You each have been blessed.

As far as moves for me- i have put my second masters from NU on hold, since we (Intel) are bringing up a new Fab (which comes with new development) and it is swallowing up my time. However still plan on pursuing my dream of getting a Masters from Northwestern.

Happy Holidays to all.

 

[Who'saWildManNow]

Thank you sirs.

SW, second masters! Nice man, that's impressive.

 

[Rocky2820]

Definitely many impressive folks on IE, and it's great to get to know everyone's background.

My story:
State school for undergrad, which was my only option financially and honestly in terms of where I could get admitted. Then taught elementary and middle school for a few years in Maryland while getting my Masters. Then moved to Pennsylvania to become a school principal, and earned my doctorate at Penn while working as a principal. Now am in charge of curriculum and instruction in a Philly suburb for one of the largest districts in the state. Stressful job at times, but it feels so good every day to know the positive impact you're making in children's lives.

Huge ND fan through it all. Go Irish!

 

[kmoose]

So I started this thread almost a year and a half ago with news of my air traffic radar certification and have been loving the job ever since. I currently work at a smaller radar approach control in the south.

But, I am thrilled to say, I have recently been picked up on a bid for New York Tracon. The Common I, N90, THE approach control.

For those of you that don't know a lot about ATC, this is like getting a shot at the majors. People that don't make it there curse the place and those that do, love it.

2012 has been tough for my family but this and the news of a little wild one on the way has been a blessing from God.. I count them everyday.

Anyone else making moves??

I downloaded a meth recipe from the USC forums, as a backup plan. If Social Security runs out, I'll be ready!

 

[no.1IrishFan]

Been a paramedic for about 4 1/2 years now. Working towards getting on the helicopter, I'd love to be a flight medic. I'll also finish my RN degree in about a year.

 

[Irish#1]

Been in IT since 1972 when it was called Data Processing. Punch cards, sorters, tabulators the works.

Director of IS & IT for a midsize company ($100M in annual sales). Used to work for Sallie Mae where there were over 1,000 in IT (Sorry, I can't help with your loans lol).

 

[Zbi]

Junior at Arkansas State University, majoring in Business Economics. Plan on getting a JD and/or MBA, most likely from the University of Arkansas or UALR. I will most likely apply to several other schools including Notre Dame and University of Chicago. My current GPA is 3.85 and I made a 165 on my LSAT. I am still trying to decide if I should take the LSAT again.

 

[Bricktop]

undergrad late 80's.
Served USN for 10 years
I've been in logistics ever since.
Considered going back for a higher degree but, damn, I got old!
Can't complain. Life is good.
Beat Bama!

 

[Jason Pham]

Junior at Arkansas State University, majoring in Business Economics. Plan on getting a JD and/or MBA, most likely from the University of Arkansas or UALR. I will most likely apply to several other schools including Notre Dame and University of Chicago. My current GPA is 3.85 and I made a 165 on my LSAT. I am still trying to decide if I should take the LSAT again.

Always retake. Even if you're not interested in going to a better school (which should only be the case if you're getting a solid scholarship from the lower ranked school and you have no interest in working for a large firm), getting a better score will likely net you a better scholarship.

 

[Rocky2820]

undergrad late 80's.
Served USN for 10 years
I've been in logistics ever since.
Considered going back for a higher degree but, damn, I got old!
Can't complain. Life is good.
Beat Bama!

Welcome to IE!

 

[Bricktop]

Thanks Rocky2820!

 

[scUM Hater]

I am a Electrician, father of two, fantasy football champ 2 years running in my league. Have two dogs, a wonderful wife. I love Notre Dame and love alcohol.

 

[irishrecruiting]

Journalism. That's all I've ever wanted to do, and all I ever hope to do.

 

[The hawaiianassassin]

No college for me unfortunatly born and raised in elkhart indiana 3 cities over from south bend great grandfather and father were maintenence men for our mother (actually have some of the gold leaf from the dome when they redone it ) i was fortunate that my grandmother and mother owned resturaunts and learned a fine trade am currently an executive chef at silvios in downtown miami 353 ne 2nd ave if anyone is coming for the ncg love my job love miami

 

[chicago51]

Do hospital billing type work part time.

Graduated BA exercise science.

Going to school for physical therapy. 3 semesters, 2 summers of unpaid clinical work, and hopefully just 1 licensing exam (to be taken October of 2014) to go. Its been a long road. The end is not around the corner just yet but is down the street.

Volunteer on the board of a travel non tryout youth football organization on the NW side of Chicago not too far from O'Hare International Airport. We go from ages 6-14. Teams are by age and weight most of kids on the team I coach are 12 and 13 year olds. The name of our teams is the Falcons hence the picture for my avatar I really have no love for the Atlanta Falcons.

 

[rikkitikki08]

Manager for a facility in a parks department. As well i just finished my final stage for a fire fighting process. Only thing left now is if i am hired or not.......fingers crossed

 

[gkIrish]

2010 ND grad (Accounting/Greek and Roman Civilization)
currently in my third year of law school at Ohio State.
jobless and broke lol

 

[GoIrish41]

- Graduated HS in 1983
- Got BA in Communications from Millersville U of PA in 1988
- Joined the Navy to get experience in journalism and served 8 years in Alameda, CA and Norfolk, VA
- Got out of the Navy and took a job as an editor with the Virginian Pilot newspaper
- Went to work for the government (Department of the Navy) in 1999 as an editor
- Took a job in Fort Bragg, NC as a division chief at the US Army Special Warfare Center and School
- Now work in MD as the Communications Officer for an Army defense laboratory. I live in PA, 45 minutes away from where I started.

 

[PraetorianND]

- Graduated HS in 1983
- Got BA in Communications from Millersville U of PA in 1988
- Joined the Navy to get experience in journalism and served 8 years in Alameda, CA and Norfolk, VA
- Got out of the Navy and took a job as an editor with the Virginian Pilot newspaper
- Went to work for the government (Department of the Navy) in 1999 as an editor
- Took a job in Fort Bragg, NC as a division chief at the US Army Special Warfare Center and School
- Now work in MD as the Communications Officer for an Army defense laboratory. I live in PA, 45 minutes away from where I started.

I knew there was a reason I liked you brother! Thanks for serving!

Went to college in state - didn't pan out
Joined the Air Force as a computer scientist
Got accepted to the Air Force Academy and spent a year there before getting injured
Got out of the Air Force (medical) and picked up my degree in Accounting & Finance from Denver
Went to ND law school, met and married my wife then had a son
Working in Orange County for a big firm

 

[GowerND11]

- Graduated HS in 1983
- Got BA in Communications from Millersville U of PA in 1988- Joined the Navy to get experience in journalism and served 8 years in Alameda, CA and Norfolk, VA
- Got out of the Navy and took a job as an editor with the Virginian Pilot newspaper
- Went to work for the government (Department of the Navy) in 1999 as an editor
- Took a job in Fort Bragg, NC as a division chief at the US Army Special Warfare Center and School
- Now work in MD as the Communications Officer for an Army defense laboratory. I live in PA, 45 minutes away from where I started.

-Graduated HS in 2007 (Last class from my school as the diocese closed it)
-Attended Holy Cross for a year in an attempt to transfer to Notre Dame, but quickly realized that financially it didn't make sense as I wanted to be a teacher.
-Graduated from Millersville Univeristy last December (2011) with my BSE in Social Studies.
- Currently gaining experience as an everyday substitute while also serving as 7th grade basketball coach at the district I'm subbing. Hope the experience will land me a full time job this summer!

 

[GoIrish41]

Go Marauders!!!!

 

[GowerND11]

Marauder - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

For those who may be unfamiliar with what a Marauder is haha. I know I get asked what is is a lot.

 

[Quinntastic]

-Graduated HS in 2005
-Worked after HS to save money for college
-Graduated magna cum laude from Ferris State University with my Bachelors of Science in Medical Technology in Spring 2012.
-Passed my board exam to become a certified and licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist (basically I paid $250 and took a super hard mega-exam just to get the right to put "MLS(ASCP)" after my name) in Summer 2012
-Got a job working in Kenosha, Wisconsin (hated it)
-Got a job working as a Microbiologist in Grand Rapids, Michigan (love it)

 

[Jason Pham]

-Graduated HS in 2007 (Last class from my school as the diocese closed it)
-Attended Holy Cross for a year in an attempt to transfer to Notre Dame, but quickly realized that financially it didn't make sense as I wanted to be a teacher.
-Graduated from Millersville Univeristy last December (2011) with my BSE in Social Studies.
- Currently gaining experience as an everyday substitute while also serving as 7th grade basketball coach at the district I'm subbing. Hope the experience will land me a full time job this summer!

Did you ever consider applying for ACE? If things don't pan out to a full-time gig right away, ACE might be a solid option.

 

[GowerND11]

Did you ever consider applying for ACE? If things don't pan out to a full-time gig right away, ACE might be a solid option.

I have, however since I already have my education degree in secondary ed I would have to get my masters through ACE in elementary ed which would not necessarily help me getting a high school job. However, if all else fails I may just consider it anyway.

 

[Who'saWildManNow]

-Graduated HS in 2005
-Worked after HS to save money for college
-Graduated magna cum laude from Ferris State University with my Bachelors of Science in Medical Technology in Spring 2012.
-Passed my board exam to become a certified and licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist (basically I paid $250 and took a super hard mega-exam just to get the right to put "MLS(ASCP)" after my name) in Summer 2012
-Got a job working in Kenosha, Wisconsin (hated it)
-Got a job working as a Microbiologist in Grand Rapids, Michigan (love it)

Oooh interesting, tell us more. What kind of research do you do?

 

[Ndaccountant]

Financial planning and analysis manager for a fortune 50 company (my product does over $1B annually). Graduated Undergrad in 2005, masters in accounting 2006, MBA in 2011. Got my CPA in 2008 and once I get my CMA completed next year, I am done with school / certifications (at least, that is what I keep telling myself).

 

[Bubba]

Graduated HS in May '86. Entered USAF Basic Training June '86.

Spent 20 years in the AF as an aircraft mechanic, retiring as a Production Superintendent.

Earned my BS in HR Mgmt from Park University in 2010 and my MS in Leadership from Grand Canyon University in 2012.

Work as a manager in a distribution center currently on weekends, but want to get into education arena some day. Need to get my substitute certificate so I can work part time during the week. And maybe start teaching online...

My wife is a 3rd grade teacher, but is going back to school to get a Master's in Speech Pathology, so I'll be supporting her for the next 2 1/2 years...

 

[Mr. Larson]

Great stories here! Wish I had seen this thread sooner.

In the words of Navin Johnson…Huh? My story? Ok. Things were never easy for me I was born a poor black child in Mississippi…

College Years: Studied Journalism/Mass Comm at St. Bonaventure for a year, and decided Journalism wasn’t for me. Transferred to a state school in NY. Spent 6 more years there switching majors, bartending, and having a great time. Tried stand up while in college down in NYC…I’ve been in showcases headlined by Jim Gaffigan and Chris Rock (when Rock was working new material for hosting the Oscars). Talked with some agents, but stopped doing stand up (couldn’t afford moving to NYC at the time and the 5.5 hour commute was a bitch to perform for 7 minutes- and this was pre-comedian strike in NYC you made about $60 a night to perform). Still write from time to time, but haven’t been a stage in several years (haven't ruled out performing again).

Bought a piece of a 2 year old thoroughbred…he’s amazing. Won his first stakes race in December, and his trainer is eyeing some major races starting in February with the hopes of making the derby. Shoot me a PM if you want a hot tip (wow that doesn’t sound right- racing tip that is).

Right now I work a job in credit risk management that I don’t really love, but it pays the bills. Looking at the Simon School of Business at the University of Rochester for my MBA, but it’s going to take a pretty strong showing on the GMATs to get in.

 

[Jason Pham]

I have, however since I already have my education degree in secondary ed I would have to get my masters through ACE in elementary ed which would not necessarily help me getting a high school job. However, if all else fails I may just consider it anyway.

Gotcha, that makes sense. Best of luck in finding something soon!