Life University Staff Council Newsletter Volume 8 Issue 3 | Page 7

STAFF MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Beverly Okonkwoh Every quarter, we feature a different staff member for the Staff Member Spotlight. This quarter, we’re featuring Beverly Okonkwoh. BO: I am a native of Marietta, Georgia, and I enjoy building websites and creating florals for weddings. STAFF NEWSLETTER: Tell us about what brought you to LIFE. SN: Can you tell us about some items on your “bucket list?” BEVERLY OKONKWOH: I was seeking opportunities in the local area that would allow me to utilize my current skillset and develop other skills. BO: I would like to do more travelling, take more cruises, learn to snow ski and learn sign language. SN: Where at LIFE do you work, and what might your day look like. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We need staff members to be highlighted in the Staff Member Spotlight. If you would like to volunteer or know someone who would be interested in being in the Spotlight, please email [email protected]. SN: What has surprised you most about LIFE since you got here? BO: I was surprised that Life University is the largest single campus chiropractic college in the world. SN: Please share about your education. “ “Surrender to ‘what is’, let go of ‘what was’ and have faith in ‘what will be.’” - Sonia Ricotti “ BO: I work in the Office of Institutional Effectiveness Planning & Research (OIEPR). A typical work day in OIEPR may consist of creating surveys, providing admin support and providing the results of various surveys for the LIFE Community. ” “What afflicted you in the past is no longer a master but a servant.” ” Calling all Artists! LIFE AT LIFE VOL 8. Issue 3 BO: I studied at Kennesaw State University and completed various Continuing Education courses and developmental classes at my local church. SN: Can you share a quote or mentor experience that inspired you? Words you live by, so to speak. BO: Actually, I have several quotes I would like to share: “If your entrance into someone’s life does not make an impact, then your exit will not make a difference.” “Don’t let others build your world—they will build it too small.” “If you are in your place, no one can take your place.” “Don’t quit because you get tired; quit because you are finished.” “What you do differently makes you different.” “Get up one more time than you fall down.” “Success is failure turned inside out.” SN: Please share about your past job experiences. “You have to go through temporary to get to permanent.” BO: I have held several positions at IBM, such as enrollment coordinator, editor, DB2 administrator, systems administrator, technical support and project management. “Attitude is like a flat tire; until you change it, you go nowhere.” SN: What is one of your career goals? BO: I would like to continue to learn and develop my skill set. SN: What do you like to do for fun? BO: I enjoy movies, girls’ night out, attending sports events, traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends. SN: What is something not many people know about you? “Surrender to ‘what is’, let go of ‘what was’ and have faith in ‘what will be.’” - Sonia Ricotti “There is no future in the past.” “Surrender your right to being right.” “Find the advantage in your disadvantage.” “In every failure, there is an opportunity.” “What afflicted you in the past is no longer a master but a servant.” “Fear is temporary; regret is permanent.”  Are you an artist? Would you like to be featured in the Staff Newsletter? In our fall quarter 2017 issue, we will be featuring LIFE staff who are artists in a special feature. Artists will be able to answer quick interview questions, provide one to two photos of artwork along with a website link and/or social media links. If you are interested in participating, please email [email protected]. We’re excited to feature LIFE artists and their work in the next issue! 7