My
name is Napoleon Cornel Paxton and I am a junior Computer Science
Major studying at Elizabeth City State University. I believe that
through hard work and perseverance anything can be accomplished. My
educational goals are to continue my education through out my life,
keeping myself current with all new technologies and research efforts.
Upon completion of my undergraduate degree, I plan to attend graduate
school concentrating on computer science, and remote sensing. My career
goals are to make a major impact on a company with my creativity by
becoming a systems analyst and then eventually progressing to CIO.
Over the last seven years, I was enlisted
in the United States Marine Corps. During that time, I learned a lot
about myself and realized what I wanted to do in life. I was a communications
specialist in the Marine Corps, which gave me an opportunity to be
exposed to many different technologies. I found that I have the ability
to fine tune systems for more efficient use. This ability along with
the development of transferable skills like teamwork and leadership
are the reasons that I am very happy with my military experience.
Throughout the duration of my military career, I attended night school
when I could. Situations at work made going to school very difficult
at times, but being in a situation where I could not go to school
when I wanted gave me a greater appreciation of the education that
I was obtaining. I am very fortunate to have the opportunity to finish
my undergraduate degree in a normal college setting.
This year is an exciting one for me.
I have both the opportunity and the privilege to be a part of the
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration research team at Elizabeth
City State University. I am looking forward to learning more about
research methods and working with the different tools that are required
to do the research. I will make the most of the opportunities that
I have been given, and through this program, I believe that I will
gain the knowledge to excel as a researcher. This program will also
give me the opportunity to attend seminars and hear more about other
opportunities in my field of study. I know that in today’s economy
most people change jobs several times before settling on that one
perfect job, so if I do come across something that fits my skills
and personality I will not dismiss the possibility of pursuing it.