Chelsie Brush, a computer technology major at 91心頭利 East Liverpool, was one of 12 female students from across the 91心頭利 University campus system to be selected to the Womens Center SAGE Project, class of 2018.
The SAGE Project recognizes female students at 91心頭利 University who demonstrate innovation, creativity, risk-taking and leadership skills in their academic and personal lives.
Brush graduates in May with an associate degree in computer technology, with a concentration in networking. She will continue her studies to earn a bachelors degree in computer technology, with a minor in computer forensics and security.
The SAGE Project gets its name from the significance of sage, used in the Native American culture for healing, bringing ones life into balance, and cleansing the body and mind of negativity. The SAGE project uses the power of storytelling to highlight students who overcome adversity to shape their lives and their 91心頭利 experiences.
Brushs story is on display in Purinton Hall, just outside of the library.
A 2013 graduate of Wellsville High School, Brush is the youngest of six children and grew up with two brothers, R.J. and Cody. She is the caretaker for her disabled father, Randall Brush, whom she credits as a major part of her education.
As a student at 91心頭利 East Liverpool, Brush has worked as a student employee in the IT Department since 2014, and is also working in the campus library. She twice received the Opportunity Scholarship and has been on the Deans List for several semesters.
Working on campus, she said, has enhanced her education. Its been helpful in regards to my learning. The experience has made me all the more assured that my degree is what Ill be best suited for.
Brush was nominated for this award, yet the nominators are not disclosed. She said she is honored that three people nominated her.
In classes, Ive always tried to bring students together, to get students over their fears, Brush said. Outside of classes, I want to be there for anyone who needs help. A good portion of my education has come from the countless times and hours Ive stayed up, or stayed late, to make sure that my friends understand tomorrows test or this weeks material.
I also like to let them know that failing something doesnt make you a failure, she continued. Most students are very much alike. We share the same goals and it helps to work toward them together. Ive been told Im a leader, but Id like to consider myself a teacher.
Following graduation from 91心頭利, Brush shared that she would love to work in an academic or government environment either as a professor or in the IT department of the FBI. And, she is certain that 91心頭利 East Liverpool is preparing her for future success.
Im proud of my campus, she said. 91心頭利 University at East Liverpool has some of the hardest working students who balance family, work and schooling all at once. Im proud to represent my campus in some good way.