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“After I left the military several years ago, I was at loose ends. I began my college career anew at Sinclair,” Broussard said. “Sinclair had a great reputation, and the affordability and scholarship opportunities were a big determining factor for me.”

For many students like Broussard, scholarships help to make an education at Sinclair a reality. “I receive veteran benefits through the government, but they aren’t enough to cover my school costs,” she said. “ I don’t make a lot of money in my current position, and I don’t have a lot left after bills are paid.”

“Earning my scholarships has helped me to bridge that financial gap and made it possible to focus on doing my best in the classroom as opposed to being preoccupied about how I’m going to pay for my education. [The scholarships] have been at true lifesaver.”

For three years, Broussard has worked full time while taking up to 11 credit hours of courses at Sinclair.

“I really enjoy the Mental Health Technology program,” Broussard said. “It’s something I’ve always wanted to learn about, but I never really had a chance to do it before. “

“There’s such a good mix of students at Sinclair,” Broussard said. “Young and old, people from everywhere. No matter what, though, you’re going to see lots of people and feel at home here.”

Like many Sinclair students, Broussard feels especially impacted by her professors and their dedication.

“Barbara Keen-Marsh was one of my social work professors, and she was a really nice person with a great attitude. She’s a social worker, and she loves what she does,” Broussard said. “She relates our lessons to what she does every day, so we can learn what our careers will be like after graduating from Sinclair.”

After finishing her degree at Sinclair, Broussard hopes to continue her education at Wright State University and begin her social work career in Dayton.

“Dayton is such a great place, and I’m glad to be back here and contributing to the community. We’re so fortunate to have a school like Sinclair right here and offering such great opportunities to people close to home. It’s such a neat place.”

By Meghann Heft

Meghann Heft recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Dayton. She can be reached at meghann.heft@gmail.com.