A Courageous Choice Ignites a Police Foundations Career

At Anderson College, we are constantly amazed by the courage of our students, faculty, and staff. In December 2021 we ran a “My Courageous Moment” story-gathering campaign to celebrate our students, their strength, the moments that have defined their lives and the people who have motivated them to overcome and succeed.

In sharing our stories, we realize we are not alone and are often inspired to recognize, or to find, our own extraordinary courage. We hope the following story moves you, as it has our Anderson family.

About three years ago, I left an abusive marriage behind to start my career. I wanted to show my children that you can be strong if you put your mind to it. It changed my life for the better, not being surrounded by negativity, showing my children that it’s not okay to settle for less. I put my foot out of the door and began my journey; it was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. I thought I’d be judged, but everyone I had around me was supportive.

I began college; they helped me start my career. I now work an amazing job that will help me get to where I want to be in life and my children will know the story. They will grow up and see that their mother was strong enough to leave something abusive and jump-start her career, realizing the rewards that come with those choices.

“I’d like to thank Anderson College for accepting me and believing in me, showing me that it’s never too late to start a new life, a new career, a new beginning.”

When I was 18, I wanted to become a pilot, but life had other plans for me. My second career choice was working in the dental field, but I got into a life-altering accident and couldn’t continue college. My third choice was to join the police force.

At Anderson, my flaws were overlooked, and they offered me their acceptance, as everyone deserves a chance in life. I started the Police Foundations program and, I have to say, it wasn’t easy, but having supportive friends and family along with teachers pushing you to excel in life showed me that I CAN do it.

I’d like to thank Anderson College for accepting me and believing in me, showing me that it’s never too late to start a new life, a new career, a new beginning. I am the star of the show, and I choose to make a difference. My children will grow up seeing that their mother did everything she possibly could to give them a different, a better, life.

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I hope other people see my story and it pushes them to pursue anything they desire. There is no such thing as a ‘dumb idea’ for a career, for your life; you just have to push yourself through the storm, because every storm has a rainbow.

Sherona J.

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