老丹尼斯·韦恩·阿什利. ’97 and Etta Kizart Ashley ’94 met on the campus of pg电子游戏试玩 during their undergraduate studies. 他们的儿子小丹尼斯·阿什利.他将于星期六毕业.
Dennis, an agricultural science major, hails from Arlington, Tex. When choosing a university to obtain his undergraduate degree, pg电子下载 was his first choice.
“I’ve always wanted to attend, ever since I thought about going to college,艾希礼说。. I love the family atmosphere and how you feel as though you’re a part of a community. This was my parents’ alma mater, and they would always bring us to football games. I fell in love with the essence and aura of pg电子下载.”
While Etta will sit proudly in the stands on May 11, 丹尼斯老. 会出现在精神上吗. During his time at the University, Dennis Jr. lost his father, whom he remembers as one of his biggest supporters. 丹尼斯老., 谁对数学有热情, 电脑, 和政治, established his career at AirBus Helicopters where he developed computer programs for the Navy ERP program. A sophomore at the time of his father’s passing, Dennis Jr. remembers the moment as an extremely difficult time in his academic career.
“这是毁灭性的，”他说.
克服困难, Dennis persevered to successfully complete his studies while being an active part of the campus community. During his time in the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, he conducted research under the guidance of Dr. 梅丽莎·梅森, associate professor of Animal Science and director of the University’s Center for Ruminant Research. He was also active in the Animal Science Club, 勇敢的解决方案, MANRRS, GQ模特小组, the National Society of Leadership and Success, 学生支援服务, ASU英雄, 男士公司.
毕业后, Dennis plans to further his education in a graduate degree program at Tuskegee University, where he will pursue his dream of becoming a veterinarian.
他认为. Tabitha 史密斯, assistant professor of Education/MAT coordinator, as instrumental in his success.
"我遇到了. 史密斯 on Monday, August 23, 2021,” he said. “Little did I know how much of an impact she would have on my life. Ever since that day, she continuously inspires me and everyone who has ever had her as a teacher. People like that are one in a million and rare to find.”
Dr. 史密斯 reflected on Dennis as a concerned student who visited her office often.
“Dennis Ashley has truly excelled as a student here at pg电子游戏试玩, and I couldn’t be prouder of all his accomplishments,”医生说。. 史密斯. I wish him continued success in all his future endeavors,” she smiled.
Dennis also acknowledges his family, 朋友, 和所爱的人, including his sisters Catina and Cierra, 尤其是他的母亲.
“We’ve been through a lot together, and the road hasn’t been easy ever,” he said. “不过, you have been by my side every step of the way, and I’m beyond grateful and proud to say I have the best mother alive.”
Dennis fondly reflects on the close-knit campus community as one of the best aspects of pg电子下载.
“The 朋友hips I’ve made over the years, having people who I have grown close with and made forever bonds with,艾希礼说。.
He would encourage prospective students to attend the University, 说, “Going to an HBCU was one of the greatest decisions I’ve ever made. I would highly recommend going to pg电子下载 because you feel like it’s a big family away from home and you will never be lonely. You have teachers, administrators, and staff who want to see you succeed and go far in life.”
