PATHWAYS SCHOLARSHIP
"I'm extremely grateful for all of them, because each and every one has helped me get to where I am today."
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I adore the students! Way back in the day, I went to Sun Valley (K-5); so, it’s been a treasurable experience to be able to teach in a school that’s near and dear to my heart,” she said. Carly graduated from PikeView High School in 2013. As a Concord student, she has excelled academically, enjoyed extracurricular activities and spent time working on campus. She has been named to the Dean’s List each semester, and has received several more scholarships in addition to the Pathways Scholarship. These include: The ACT Scholarship, the Charles and Una Melton Scholarship, the Marguerite Miller Education Scholarship, the Concord Undergraduate Scholarship, and the Clyde and Elizabeth Maxey Scholarship. “I’m extremely grateful for all of them, because each and every one has helped me get to where I am today,” she said. As a member of Rotaract at Concord, she participated in “Chefs Battle Child Abuse” and with West Virginia GEAR UP, she took part in the “Art Career” workshop. “I also participated in Concord’s ‘Night in The Art Gallery,’” she added. Carly worked in the university’s bookstore prior to her nearly two-year stint in the Advancement Office, where her work as a student employee has been a way of paying it forward to future Concord students. In Advancement she has assisted with numerous activities and events that have helped raise funds and awareness for scholarships and other campus projects. To name a few, she participated in the Phonathon and helped with preparations leading up to Concord’s first President’s Ball. Carly was also part of the “It Starts with You” commercial and helped office personnel produce the “A Seat for You” campaign video. When asked about some of her favorite classes at Concord, Carly replied, “I’ve had so many memorable classes and professors, it’s hard to pick favorites!” “A professor who’s had a monumental impact has been Dr. Kathy Hawks in the Education Department. She’s truly the epitome of what we FALL 2019 CONCORD UNIVERSIT Y MAGAZINE
educators aspire to be. Those who’ve had the privilege of having her as their professor know just how inspirational she is,” she said. “A class that I LOVED was ceramics, taught by Professor Biggs,” she continued. “It was a fun experience and his humorous teaching style made it all the more enjoyable. I enjoyed getting my hands dirty and creating unique pieces of art. It’s definitely something I want to keep exploring in the future.” Also among her top picks are Art for the Classroom Teacher and Music for the Classroom Teacher. In the music class, she learned to play the ukulele, thanks to Dr. Jacob Womack, she says. Dr. Jonathan Berkey’s West Virginia History and Mr. Tom Davis’ Biology round out the list. Reflecting on what makes Concord special, Carly says, “It’s a feeling of warmth that I get when I’m walking on the sidewalk in the morning or when I pass a certain building that holds a cherished memory. “I’ve made life-long friendships here,” she continues. “I’ve laughed, cried, and made so many wonderful memories at Concord that I’ll forever treasure my experience. It’s changed my life and it’s helped mold me into the person I am today, and that’s not something a person thinks about until they’re about to say goodbye.” With completion of her undergraduate degree approaching, Carly shares her plans for the future. “Following graduation, I intend to start my career in my chosen field of study. I can’t wait to get out there and start making a difference in the lives of children! It’s my passion and my calling,” she said. “I also plan to return to Concord to enroll in the Master of Education Program, with a content specialization in Reading Specialist.” Away from the classroom – as a student or a teacher – Carly enjoys crafting and family time. “I love to craft! I’m a D.I.Y. fanatic thanks to Pinterest and my handy-dandy Cricut machine,” she admits. “I also love spending time with my family!” she says. “I wouldn’t trade time spent drinking coffee at Grandma’s house, watching football games on Saturday with Dad, or spending quality time with Mom for anything in this world. I’m truly blessed to have such a supportive and loving family.” To find out more about the Pathways Scholarship or to contribute to this important fund, please call the Concord University Foundation Office at 304-384-6056 or email foundation@concord.edu █
