Vera Parker
In December 2004, CCA Alumna Vera Parker received an associate of applied science degree in accounting and certificates in computerized and governmental accounting. When she first started at CCA, she did not intend to get a degree, her job required that she complete 24 hours of accounting. After attending several classes and talking to her instructors, counselors and other students, she decided to go beyond her job requirements and seek a degree.
One of her proudest moments was walking across the stage on graduation day with families and friends in the audience sharing the excitement of this special day. "If it wasn't for the guidance of the faculty at CCA, I would not have furthered my education; they played a major role in my decision to make my education the most important part of my career."
After leaving CCA, Vera went on to earn a bachelor's degree in business administration as well as a master's degree in human resource management. "My education has broadened in scope; I am currently in the process of obtaining a doctorate degree in organizational leadership. I am so thankful that CCA was there for me at a crucial time in my career."
Vera currently works at Buckley Air Force Base as a supervisor in the accounting department. "I am the liaison between vendors getting paid and the paying office." She added, "I strive to help others in my office continue their education and make it part of their careers, as I have." It is clear that CCA has had a positive impact on Vera and continues to provide this same kind of guidance, support and education to current students.
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