EDU 692 Creativity, Culture, and Global Contexts in Education Decision Making ◦ Hello, my name is Cynthia McCoy. I would like to welcome everyone to the class as we share and get to know each other well. I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio with my mom and my two brothers. With a singe parent I wouldn't get the chance of attending better schools in town. However, as a matter of fact I went through Cleveland metropolitan school district. I graduated in 2002 and then joined the military whereby I have working as a logistics specialist.

◦ While in the Military, I have been on mission to different countries such as Europe, Thailand, Afghanistan, Bahrain and currently based in Kuwait. ◦ Having realized the greater benefits of education, I enrolled for a Bachelor’s degree program in Supply chain management and achieved it May this year. ◦ Currently, I am working on my master’ degree in Education at Ashford University.

◦ Time has been the greatest challenge especially when it comes to work and school work. ◦ I came to learn that perseverance and hard work will enhance and facilitate success as the long run. ◦ Having come from a low income neighborhood, I would like to acquaint myself with the necessary knowledge and problem- solving skills in order to be able to achieve my set career goals.

◦ As a woman, I do incur lots of challenges especially at work but I have always put up my chin towards better performance. ◦ I believe that the knowledge gained together with other skills achieved I will be able to build my brand and empower others in our country. I have always yearned to open up a business and embrace effective socioeconomic development. ◦ With the help of Dr. Carrie, we will gain a lot throughout this course as we champion our career goals. Thank you and let’s get started. ◦ Good luck to everyone!