Cynthia Patterson

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege 2022 had a rough but eye opening ending. I was just starting here at OC all while going through my divorce. At the time, my world was collapsing but the people surrounding me, even here at work stepped in and showed me so much support. ❤️

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege More community events for families and children

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege Graduation is probably one of my favorite times of year. Being able to witness a room full of people with so much excitement for what’s to come, not only for themselves but others, is a privilege to experience.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege By providing training to those who may not have thought some opportunities possible.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege Providing opportunity and growth.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege A well-prepared workforce opens up opportunity and potential advancement for both individuals and businesses.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege Technical skills are always necessary but when a student learns to properly communicate, adapt, and problem solve; they make themselves that much more valuable.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege As an advisor I see many students that learn essential skills for jobs in this area. Creating more opportunities for them to move up in positions and create a new future for themselves right here in Odessa.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege If a community has a strong local workforce, opportunities and growth follow.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege Odessa College has been able to provide students with skills that are useful to the industries around here like automation, safety, cosmetology, teaching, IT, and so much more. It helps to keep these industries alive in this area.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege I’m big on quality time!

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege Love is respect, patience, understanding, unconditional, and so much more.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege I love getting a massage and getting my toes done!

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege My favorite romance movie is easily The Notebook!

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege You’re stronger than the challenges you face.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege Take a moment to breathe and take a step back. Remember that things can be fixed and at the very least changed for the better.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege Helping them to see other perspectives in certain situations so that they don’t bring themselves or others down.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege To me, positivity means choosing to see the good in all things in your daily life, no matter some of the struggle.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege Be optimistic. Don’t let any failures keep you from going toward your goals.

[Cynthia Patterson @cpatterson_OC]

@OdessaCollege More realistic and attainable goals can keep you motivated. Just keep checking them off the list.