Education:

Syracuse University: M.S. Telecommunication & Network Management
http://istweb.syr.edu

The Master of Science in Telecommunications and Network Management (TNM) combines an understanding of networking technologies with knowledge of their applications in organizations. The TNM degree is a selective 36 credit hour program that provides students with the skills to design networks, make technology adoption and standards decisions, create cost models for new technology implementations, calculate return on investment, and understand the organizational and user implications of networking systems. Information Studies is understanding "the human side of technology."

• A Bridge Between Management and Technology
  The TNM program is not an engineering or programming degree. It is designed to give professionals a broader view of how to apply and use networking technologies to solve business problems. Effective management of telecommunications and networking requires an understanding technology in its organizational context. One must know the protocols, systems, and hardware, but one must also understand budgets, organizational processes, user needs, vendors and the industry. The degree provides what an increasing number of businesses tell us they want: technology-savvy managers who can bridge the gap between the capabilities of IT and its implementation and use.
• An Entire School Dedicated to IT Management
  There is tremendous convergence of skills and applications across the information professions. At Syracuse University, telecom and networking professionals have the opportunity to interact with and learn from students of management information systems, library and information science, and database professionals. The TNM program is part of an integrated information school with its own faculty—a school dedicated exclusively to training professionals in the information field. Our larger faculty and graduate student body give us the critical mass to offer the specialized courses you need.

University at Buffalo: B.S. Biochemistry
http://www.smbs.buffalo.edu/bch/

The study of biochemistry provides an understanding of the chemical basis of biological life. Majors in biochemistry learn the basis of biochemistry, biochemical processes and theories, as well as fundamental biochemical laboratory techniques. Our program is a blend of vigorous course work and an opportunity to become involved in research. There is flexibility in elective selections, so that students may design their degree program to suit their interests. Majoring in Biochemistry provides an opportunity for students interested in clinical or basic science biomedical programs to become part of a department in the UB School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

Clubs:

Alpha Phi Omega
A wonderful community service fraternity I joined in Spring 2002 at Syracuse University. The brothers are so friendly, open, and unselfish by dedicating themselves to human kindness. This is all for leadership, friendship, and service.

Hobbies:

Trombone:
I've been playing ever since I was in 5th grade. I remember I had trouble deciding between a euphonium and trombone because the tonal ranges were similar. It came down to the slide or the valve. After watching the Cosby show where a jazz trombonist guest starred, I immediately chose trombone the next day. I still don't want to give up my musical abilities so I played in Syracuse University's Symphonic Band and Marching Band.

Movies and Shows:

My Blue Heaven:
Steve Martin plays as a ex-mobster who is testifying against his boss. Rick Moranis is an FBI agent who is there to protect Steve Martin from an untimely death. While spending time together, Steve transforms Rick from a stodgy character into someone who lives and breaths life. It's a movie that teaches us to live a life.

Star Trek:
One of the best things about this show is that it brings up moral issues we, the human population, face at one point or another. In a less than perfect world, we learn how to rise above the situation to become great people. "Don't try to become a great man. Just be a man and let history be the judge."

Music:

Classical Music:
I love classical music. It's the only type of music I can listen to over and over again. I've listened it to so much that I can the difference between a Mozart and a Beethoven based on the complexity and style of the music. My favorite artists is Vanessa Mae who I believe created techno-classical music. Not only is she talented on the violin, she is an artist creating the most artisitic music beyond imagination.

Sports:

Figure skating:
Gone are the days of wrestling where the only opponent I face is myself. Figure skating is just like that, but it takes a different route with balance, grace, bravery (falling hurts), and self determination. The ability to overcome one's limitations and expand upon from there. It's a magical sport where control, finese, and sometimes strength reign.

Paintball:
The absolute best team oriented sport I've played in. This sport is not about strength and speed, it's about skills, tactics, and bravery. Every single player on the team is important in attacking or defeating against opponents. What makes an extraordinary player is not how fast they are, but how brave the person is and acurracy of the shooting.

Wrestling:
It's a sport I don't play anymore ever since I graduated from high school. I still miss the workouts and the thrill of battling against your opponent in a nice friendly match. When I wrestled my best trying to find every once of strenghth and skill inside me, all of my matches are winners.