I got my Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Maryland in 1990 ,
Go Terps!
The after scholastic activities, and along-side my musical pursuits as described in the More Interesting Stuff part of this site, the most significant activity I pursued was Alpha Phi Omega, the National Service Fraternity. After getting over an ignorance-induced phobia of the word "Fraternity" and all the negative connotations it brings-up in many minds (including mine, at the time), and thanks to a couple of friends and even two of my roommates, I couldn't help but find myself completely sold on the virtues of this organization. Please check-out their National Website.
Like most students (and probably most prevalent among engineers) after I sqeaked through undergrad, grad school was nowhere near my mind. Having established that concept in my mind, of course my 1st job (at NAVAIR) required that I take college course as part of my "development" regimen. I could choose any level of work as long as it was technical, business or management related. I chose graduate-level courses in a structured program to make whatever courses I was "forced" to take to at least count for something! After moaning and groaning I was back in school the following fall. And I can't be happier for it!
As I started getting a little deeper into my work and studies I reallized the value of the Master of Science in Technology Management program. I knew that this program would enhance my effectiveness in my job and my career. I also saw how it could be applied to my personal life as well. Needless to say, I highly recommend getting a Master's in Technology Management from the University of Maryland, University College. I got mine in May 1996. By March of 1997 I was in a new job. My title: Technology Management Consultant.
