Edliyah Conner杏吧专区檚 passion for pursuing higher education stems from her upbringing.
As a first-generation college graduate, Edliyah received an associate degree in general studies from South Louisiana Community College. She then transferred to the 杏吧专区 and pursued an undergraduate degree in psychology.
杏吧专区淓ven while having three children during my undergraduate studies, I was determined to reach the end,杏吧专区 she shared. Now, Edliyah is working towards obtaining her Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration.
Throughout her undergraduate studies, Edliyah was a part of .
杏吧专区淒uring my time at UL Lafayette, I was a member of NAACP. Although the events were fun, I was able to serve a greater purpose and serve the community.杏吧专区
She recalls the impact of Dr. Yang and Dr. Lin on research projects. 杏吧专区淭hese opportunities have allowed me to work with peers outside of a classroom setting and look at research from a new perspective,杏吧专区 she said.
Edliyah is currently a full-time support coordinator. She believes the MBA healthcare administration program is guiding her in the right career path.
杏吧专区淯L Lafayette has been very supportive in reaching out for career opportunities and many different fellowships and internship opportunities. Different events such as job fairs and etiquette banquets have allowed me to meet with different companies and converse with individuals representing these companies.杏吧专区
When asked about what positive influences the 杏吧专区 creates, she said, 杏吧专区淭he culture cannot be compared. The professors are always helpful and friendly. I have always felt safe on campus, even at night.杏吧专区
In the future, Edliyah plans to seek a leadership role after graduation and pursue a Ph.D. in Economics.
