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A Q&A Conversation with Dr. Troy Holder, DVM, DACVS-LA, Assistant Clinical Professor, Large Animal Surgery
Who is Troy Holder and what are you most passionate about? I am a Caribbean man at heart. I have not lost that part of who I am. I am a mental health advocate. I’ve suffered from mental health issues my entire life. My father was bipolar, so I kind of grew up with…
Read MoreNavigating College Affordability: 7 Essential Tips To Dodge the Student Loan Trap
Guest Writer: Cassidy Gibson-Cooper – Parenting-Central.com Image via Freepik Setting out on your college journey is undoubtedly exhilarating, yet the looming shadow of student loans can temper that enthusiasm. Fortunately, there are a myriad of strategies available to manage college expenses without drowning in debt. In this article, Shining a Light explores seven innovative methods for pursuing…
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Leveraging Your Professional Development Plan to Reach New Career Goals
Guest writer: Gloria Martinez – WomenLed.org Image via Pexels Self-Assessment of Expertise and Skills Everyone has career goals, but sometimes it’s hard to know how to achieve them. A professional development plan is an effective way to identify your skills and knowledge, determine the best way to reach your goals, and document your progress along…
Read MoreWould you like to be a guest writer for Shining a Light?
At Shining a Light, we believe that sharing meaningful and inspiring stories is essential for building a sense of community, empathy, compassion, and belonging. We’re constantly looking for guest writers, and we encourage individuals from all cultural and social backgrounds to share their personal experiences, insights, and stories with us.
If you have a captivating story or article that has the potential to motivate and inspire others, please reach out to us. We will carefully review your submission and select the most inspiring stories to feature on our blog, giving you the opportunity to share your message with a broader audience. Please email us at shiningalight.blog@outlook.com