Theresa's Bio



Theresa resides in rural Pennsylvania. She graduated from Penn State University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Mathematics. Her math abilities give her logic, analysis, and abstract thinking expertise. Her dedication and determination prevail in her ability to problem-solve. After graduation, Theresa continued her work in restaurants and hospitality. She enjoys a fast-paced work environment, collaborating, and building customer relationships. Customer service has given her joy over the years, providing new challenges to solve daily and showcasing her adaptability.

Like many people, the pandemic changed the course of Theresa's life. After 20 years of hospitality experience, Theresa's journey changed paths. She is currently employed at Sheetz. She has been at the company for three years. She dreams of establishing a career path that is less susceptible to shutdowns or interruption and applies her education. In search of this new direction, she discovered an education program supported by her employer. With deep gratitude for the opportunity, she immediately jumped at the chance to further her education and begin this new journey. 

While obtaining her bachelor's degree, Theresa studied binary mathematics and C++ programming. Her previous studies had already piqued an interest in the field of technology. With the opportunity in hand, she realized that an information technology degree combined with her math degree would allow her the resilience she sought in a career that fascinated her. Information technology is an application found in almost all aspects of business. It has molded our current business models and functions and will continue to do so. A degree in technology will allow her to stay relevant in an ever-changing business world. 

Theresa began her studies at the University of Arizona GlobalCampus on July 4, 2023, for a Computer Software Management degree. She is currently enrolled in Tec101: Fundamentals of Technology & Literacy. This class will form the basis of basic knowledge in her degree and provide her with the fundamentals required for success. Further understanding of programming is one of her most desired skills, and TEC101 is the first step in obtaining these skills. Theresa's blog is a portfolio of her milestones and achievements as she advances in her educational journey. Join her on her quest as she concurs challenges and learns new concepts to fulfill her dreams. 

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