"Carpe Diem." This popular Latin phrase is an essential way to live my life, and the way that I have chosen to pursue who I am. My name is Bill Conlon, and I am from a small town outside Scranton, Pennsylvania. Throughout my life, I have been afforded many opportunities to grab life by the horns, and to make the most of everyday.
I attended the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC, and have made sure to fill up my bucket list with the events and opportunities found exclusively in our nation's capital. One of these was an internship on Capitol Hill. Here, I was able to learn the inner workings of the United States government, specifically, Agriculture, Energy, and Environment. This experience helped me to gain an appreciation for the government, as well as to get a taste of what office skills were and how to use them.
Inspired by living in a place where so many cultures and creeds meshed, my interest in how the United States and other nations interacted was piqued. This led to studying abroad in Europe, exploring London, Rome, and various other cities, while interning in Parliament, and receiving a first hand glimpse of the similarities and differences between the United States and the United Kingdom. I was also able to gain practical knowledge, such as researching and scheduling.
Realizing the need to further my education, I am currently enrolled into a Masters Program that seeks to foster business skills in the future leaders of the world. These skills range from Accounting and Marketing to Ethics, as well as a deeper knowledge of how to navigate the often rough seas of the job market.
My unique experiences have offered me a chance not only to take advantage of my past, but also to realize my tomorrows. The skills I have acquired over my lifetime, and continue to pursue, are essential to seizing the future that I desire.
How did you like your semester abroad in England? You mentioned Rome and London, but where was your favorite place you visited while you were over there?
ReplyDeleteBill, I enjoyed your story and your desire to keep learning and discovering other cultures. I am sure you liked your study abroad time in Europe. Like you said, "grab life by the horn" because so it is only when you do that that you can fully take advantage of it to the fullest.
ReplyDeleteThere really is no better way to learn about people than to travel. You're experience with both the Parliament and US government, no doubt, have influenced your way of approaching problems and topics for discussion. You are definitely able to offer a unique perspective that many other people probably don't have.
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