Why I am at MATC

     The question of why I am at MATC has many answers and is a journey that takes many years. A degree, continued advancement in my field, expanding my knowledge base in IT, and a sense of accomplishment are among the reasons I am at MATC.

     My journey at MATC started with my initial enrollment in the school back in 2006.  While I attended UW-Whitewater right out of high school I was less than successful in my first attempt at college.  I decided to initially enroll at MATC as I had grown increasingly discontent in my job at a local restaurant.  I had worked at the same restaurant my entire life and was beginning to realize it wasn't the job I wanted for the rest of my life.  I had always had an interest in computers and had enjoyed all of the computer related classes I had taken in the past.  I made the decision to try to enter the IT field and selected MATC as my starting point on that journey.  However, shortly after my enrollment, I decided to attend PC Pro School instead.  I achieved a few Microsoft certifications and started my career in IT shortly upon completion of the program at PC Pro School.  While I had begun my career in IT my desire to learn and thirst for knowledge did not wane. Upon my promotion to IT director for the Ewald Automotive Group in 2011 I decided it was time to go back to school.  As my responsibilities expanded so did my need for continued education.  Along with the value continued education adds to my career, another reason I am at MATC is the sense of accomplishment that comes along with a college degree.  I have wanted to go back to college since shortly after my unsuccessful venture at UW-Whitewater.  I also would like to transfer to a 4 year university after I finish my degree at MATC. 

     I am at MATC for many reasons, from the value it adds to prospective employers, the sense of accomplishment that comes with earning a degree, and my appreciation and enjoyment in learning.  All of these things combined to convince me to enroll at MATC.