Zoltan Kiraly of Ringwood, New Jersey, earned a Master of Business Administration degree in 2015. In 2023, Zoltan ran a successful campaign for a seat on the Council of the borough of Ringwood, New Jersey.  He was sworn into office on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024, for a four-year term. He looks forward to serving his community as an elected official.

 

George “Matt” Simmons of Palmetto, Florida, earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 1989. George ‘Matt’ Simmons, class of 1989, has published and released “Find Your Hidden Treasure Chest,” a wealth building and retirement planning book aimed at helping the half of American households with no retirement savings. The book makes saving money easier by removing the sacrifice in lifestyle or take-home pay that is typically needed. Matt completed his degree with Excelsior in 1989 while spending seven years worldwide in the U.S. Navy onboard two aircraft carriers. He subsequently spent close to 30 years in the surgical device field and has successfully owned and sold one small company.  He currently lives in south Florida while running his second small business. George credits his degree with Excelsior as absolutely crucial to his career and accomplishments. He and his wife Carol have three successful adult children living in the southeast United States.

 

Gregory Prickett of Crowley, Texas, earned an Associate of Science in Political Science and Bachelor of Science in 1986 and 1996. They share, “I worked as police officer and sergeant in Texas, retiring in 2010. I then obtained my JD at Texas A&M in 2014, and practiced law in Tarrant County, Texas. I was named Lawyer of the Year at Imhoff & Associates, a nationwide criminal defense firm. I am also listed as Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for 2023-2024. I also served in the Army National Guard, and Air National Guard, retiring in 1999 as a captain. Without Regents College, I would not be where I am today.”

Gina Cronrath of Richland, Washington, earned an MSN in 2017. She shares, “I also earned my BSN from Excelsior (2013) after already having my ADN degree from a community college in Washington state in 1979.  I was able to earn more after getting my BSN and with my MSN was able to teach in Washington State University’s Nursing Program for five years before retiring in 2023.”

Nathan Clark of Auburn, Alabama, earned a BS in Liberal Arts in 2015. He shares, “After retiring from the Army after 20 years of service, I was hired as the human resources director at the East Alabama Mental Health Center in Opelika, Alabama.”

Brady McNulty of Roseburg, Oregon, earned a Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology in 2011. Dr. Brady McNulty was elected a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, recognizing his study of and contribution to Scottish culture. Founded in 1780 and incorporated by Royal Charter in 1783 the Society’s purpose is “to investigate both antiquities and natural and civil history in general, with the intention that the talents of mankind should be cultivated and that the study of natural and useful sciences should be promoted.

 

Daryl Taylor-Hazel of Clermont, Florida, earned a Bachelor of Science in English (literature) in 1981. He shares, “I have been a writer, director, and performer for the majority of my life. When I decided that it was time to make a change, I was able to secure my teaching license in Florida. I began by teaching English. I added Music and Drama licenses soon after and am retiring this year having taught for 12 years. I will continue creating and performing in my retirement.”

Peter Panruk of Palmer, Alaska, earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Science with a focus in Public Health in 2017. He shares, “Having earned a degree in Public Health from Excelsior, I came prepared to be working in the non-clinical medical field where coordination between myself and other health professionals is consistent. I’m very grateful for Excelsior and appreciate their dedication to educate and support working adults.”

 

Marie Emmanuel of Brooklyn, New York, earned an Associate of Science in Nursing in 2018. She shares, “I want to say thank you to Excelsior University.”

Joan Pittman of Atlanta, Georgia, earned an Associate of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2018 and 2022. She shares, “I completed my registered nursing degrees at Excelsior College in 2018 (ASN), and Excelsior University in 2022 (BSN), and I’m now presently pursuing my master’s degree in Care Coordination. I stand on the oath of being a lifelong learner to stay current in my nursing career and provide quality safe patient care. I continue to pursue my nursing career in the midst of grieving the transition of my husband, the late Mr. Edward James Pittman, who always encouraged me to obtain my RN degree. I thank Excelsior nursing instructors for guiding me to accomplish my goals. I was fortunate to have a nursing assignment paper published in the American Journal of Nursing on Sept. 21, 2021, titled ‘Gun Safety.’”

Geoffrey Cline of Bridgeville, Delaware, earned an Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Science in 1974 and 1981. He shares, “I received my BS in Sociology in 1981 while stationed at Fort Meade, Maryland. This was the basis for my enrollment in Boston University overseas campus in 1983, upon my assignment to Augsburg, Georgia. I received a MEd from BU in 1985 which resulted in my promotion to CW3 in 1986. Excelsior University enabled me to realize my dreams for a successful military and follow-on civilian career. I retired from the military in 1987, then again as a DoD senior program manager in 2015. Thank you, Excelsior!”

Bill Beckett of Canton, Georgia, earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in 2005. He shares, “I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and continued on with my IT career. I then transitioned over to digital forensics, and then followed that up by writing a book about my experiences with cancer called ‘Love Family, Cancer.’”