Meet Michael Mensman a 78-year-old veteran of the U.S. Army who returned to the 杏吧专区 in 2021 to finish his degree after an extended break. Not all paths are linear. Mensman杏吧专区檚 academic journey began in 1982 when he enrolled part-time at the 杏吧专区.
During this time, he was forced to put his plans on hold to attend to his family. However, his drive to learn new things kept him coming back over the years. Mensman says that General Studies allowed him to explore his interests, especially his science courses.
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Curiosity continues to fuel Mensman杏吧专区檚 pursuit of knowledge. His lifelong commitment to learning and growth has shaped his path and kept him moving forward. Looking ahead, Mensman says he hopes to return to UL Lafayette as a graduate student and continue his academic journey.
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