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Cassy Matavao

B.S. — Human Resources Management, Cal Polytechnic University Pomona

Cassy Matavao

In 2015, Cassy Matavao graduated from Mt. SAC.
She received her ***Associates of Science Degree in ***Radiology at ***[university].
 

Four months before she started the program, her father passed away from complications during heart surgery. She had been in and out of the hospital and physical rehab with him for a course six months. That was her first exposure to the hospital setting, which was very eye opening helped her adapt to the career.

When she started the program and clinicals, she was often reminded of her father, which was difficult, but motivated her to helping the sick back to recovery. It was then she knew this was the career she wanted to be in. 

Today, Cassy is a Radiologist at the Children's Hospital of Orange County.

With the guidance of Professor Monique Neel, she attended the job fair and landed a job and started five months after graduating with no experience! 

 
"I’m so thankful for Mt. SAC and the Radiology professors who gave me the opportunity to have an amazing life."
 Cassy Matavao attributes her accomplishments to the efforts to the professors of the Radiology Program at Mt. SAC.
"I’m so thankful for Mt. SAC and the Radiology professors who gave me the opportunity to have an amazing life."
 
What would be Ei Mya Thwe Khin's advice to new students and those interested in the business industry?
She responds with, "Be yourself on your passion. Trust in yourself. Don't give up!" 

 

Paul Harryman

A.S. — Business Management, Mt. San Antonio College
B.A. — Int'l Studies Political Science & Economics, University of California, San Diego

Paul Harryman

Paul Harryman graduated from Mt. SAC in 2012 with an Associate Degree in Business Management.
After receiving his associate degree, James transferred to the University of California, San Diego to obtain his Bachelor degree in International Studies, Political Science, and Sociology.  
 
Today, James is a Management Consultant at Accenture.
As a consultant, James solves problems for organizations through strategy and technology. 
 
"Mt. SAC armed me with the tools, knowledge, and network needed to succeed."
James' greatest impact at Mt. SAC was his professors, Dr. Linda Diaz, Dr. Linda Rillorta, Dr. Rebecca Hatch, and Dr. Dyrell Foster.
 
What would be James' advice to new students and those interested in the business industry?
He says, "Aim for the moon, so even if you fali, you'll fall among the stars."

 

Edward Ramirez

A.A. — Business Management, Mt. San Antonio College

 

Edward Ramirez

Edward Ramirez graduated from Mt. SAC in 2016 with an Associate Degree in Business Administration.
He is currently attending California State University, Los Angeles to obtain his Bachelor Degree. 
 
Today, Edward is the President of DCTG Media Agency.
He is the Co-founder and President of DCTG Media Agency. His company is a home for aspiring entrepreneurs, as well as current and post professional athletes. His agency provides services that aim to help the athlete generate multiple streams of income. Additionally, they do consulting, marketing, and provide courses on numerous topics.   
 
"[Mt. SAC] was the greatest school I ever attended and I really enjoyed my time there."
"The professors prepared me for the business world, I made a lot of great connections with networking, and I was able to take my business skills learned at Mt. SAC and launch this company." 
 
What would be Edward's advice to new students and those interested in the business industry?
"Keep moving forward. I have been through hell and back, I have been knocked to my lowest moments where I literally didn't think I would survive, but here I am, standing tall. Dive into spirituality, not religion - the reality you want to create is within them. Meditate, focus on yourself, have an attitude of gratitude always, see the lesson in everything, eat healthy, and focus on self love. Study the law of attraction, it works every second whether you believe it or not, so might as well learn how to use it to your advantage." 

 

Mary Garcia

Certificate — Administrative Assistant Level I, Mt. San Antonio College
Certificate — Administrative Assistant Level II, Mt. San Antonio College

Mary Garcia

Mary Garcia is a Mt. SAC alumna.  
While at Mt. SAC, Mary received two certificates: Administrative Assistant Level I and Level II. 

Today, Mary is an Administrative Specialist III for the Mt. SAC Business Division. 
Mary is responsible for budget funds, purchasing, scheduling of classes and events, and faculty evaluations. 

"Mt. SAC helped me accomplish my goals by providing me with support, foundation, and the motivation I needed.

Mary's greatest impact at Mt. SAC was her professor, Elaine Emmanuel.
"Elaine Emmanuel was my biggest supporter while a student at Mt. SAC, she encouraged me to complete the program and get my certificates."

What would be Bret's advice to new students and those interested in the business industry?
Her advice is "Don't give up". 

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