Here’s a quick glimpse at one of many impressive outcomes HPU graduates achieve.
Name: Elijah Spies, Class of 2024
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Major: Entrepreneurship; minoring in Sales
Post-graduation plans: Elijah is heading to Fort Myers, Florida, to work for Gartner as a Account Manager. He will be developing and maintaining client relationships with clients. His goal is to connect C-Suite Executives to actionable insights into their day-to-day problems.
How HPU helped you get there: “HPU provided support at every level that made this possible for me. From resume revision to relevant coursework, HPU was there every step of the way to ensure I was prepared to step from class work to career.”
Most impactful mentor at HPU: “My most impactful mentor was Professor Larry Quinn from the Department of Marketing and Sales, as his tireless devotion to delivering an interactive, relationship-based sales education prepared me for my future career.”
How has HPU’s inspiring environment contributed to your success? “Walking around campus on a day-to-day basis, you can’t help but be inspired by the extraordinary surroundings. Your environment matters more than you think.”
What are the life skills HPU helped you develop that prepared you for long-term success? “HPU fosters personal initiative and responsibility – both life skills which have played an integral role in my transition from a student to a graduate. I truly would not be who I am today without HPU.”
What are the values and virtues HPU’s campus helped you develop that you’ll take with you after graduation? “HPU continued to foster the God, family and country values with which I was raised. For someone values-driven, I couldn’t recommend anywhere besides HPU in good faith.”
Advice for underclassmen: “As an underclassman, my advice would be to take advantage of the incredible opportunities available to you. Many connections I’ve made are a direct result of taking that step to participate in activities.”
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