From Valdosta State University Blazers Amazing Website April 17, 2015 https://www.valdosta.edu/academics/majors-degrees/ Sociology is a social science that involves the study of human society. Sociologists examine aspects of society and social behavior, including cultures, social institutions, groups and more. Anthropology also involves the study of people but focuses on humans and their immediate ancestors. Anthropologists examine patterns of culture and behavior in order to understand human diversity in the present and past. Students in the sociology and anthropology undergraduate program have the unique opportunity to take core classes in both disciplines, then select a concentration in either applied and clinical sociology or anthropology. The graduate program focuses on applied sociology, a field in which sociological knowledge is used to analyze real-world situations. Careers Human Resources Manager 2. Consultant 3. Research Analyst 4. Survey Researcher 5. Program Coordinator 6. Policy Analyst 7. Community Development Specialist 8. Evaluation Researcher 9. Teacher 10. Service Provide 1. John “The U-Can! Man” IsoM Graduate School Application Statement Of Purpose (Two Pages) Below, Why I Decided To Attend Valdosta State University Blazers Graduate School. I Am A Future Sociologist. John Wallace Isom Jr [email protected] 1987 Seminole Drive, Valdosta, GA 31601 (M) 229-548-5004 April 17, 2015 Dr. Chet Ballard Coordinator of the MS Sociology Program Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA Dear Dr. Chet Ballard, It is with great delight that I convey my interest in the MS Sociology program offered at Valdosta State University. This program came highly recommended by graduate students and professional colleagues that I have spoken with, who also mentioned that the curriculum is outstanding. I have taken the liberty of enclosing my resume for your consideration. It will provide you and your department with my educational background along with my vast amount of experience in the area of helping people which qualifies me to be a valuable candidate to your program. I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from Valdosta State University December 7, 2013. It is my hope that your program will allow me the opportunity to enhance my skills and knowledge so that I can be better equipped for my ultimate goal which is to address social problems and improve people’s lives. I would appreciate your department taking the time out to review my credentials. My interest in applying for this program, first and foremost, comes with a tremendous respect for what Valdosta State University can potentially offer me. I have been blessed with the opportunity to become acquainted with such an extraordinary team of Sociology professors during my college journey at VSU who truly demonstrated passion for the subject matter of Sociology. During the application process, I was thoroughly impressed with the dedication of the Valdosta State University graduate admission’s team efforts to enlist students. The aspect that I admired most was the willingness to take the time out of thier busy schedule to answer any questions I had about the program. Dr. Ballard you and your team efforts have exhibited enthusiasm for the success of current and future students. In addition to the enthusiasm, I also respect the fact that the host of exceptional professors in the program is more than qualified based on my research from Fall Semester 2013. I would love to be able to gain more insight from VSU’s faculty members, who have real world experience on prominent levels – such as you and Dr. Carl Hand. I would be thrilled to gain the opportunity to have two years with this awesome team of professors. Along with my professors, hard work, and dedication, I have performed exceptionally well in my major and core classes which resulted in my GPA of 3.70. Ultimately, I would like to be an addition to your program and excel on every level which in-turn will serve as personal development for me and add value to your long list of outstanding scholars. Not only do I bring a high GPA of 3.70 but also I am a campus leader who has been granted access and membership to some of the most prestigious organizations such as Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce, Valdosta State University National Society of Leadership Success, Who’s Who Class Among College Students, and VSU Phi Kappa Phi Honorary Society. These experiences have embedded a solid foundation of leadership, knowledge, etiquette, communications skills, and hands-on experiences which have all culminated to producing a candidate who is eager, willing, and qualified to continue being educated at a prestigious institution such as Valdosta State University. Through careful revision of all of my professional and educational accolades, I hope that you find me to be a viable candidate for your MS Sociology Program and for the University. I would like to thank you for your time in reviewing my information and look forward to hearing from you in the near future. Sincerely, John Wallace Isom Jr Enclosure(s): Resume John Wallace Isom Jr 1987 Seminole Drive Valdosta GA, 31601 (229)548-5003 [email protected] __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Education B.A. Degree in Sociology and Anthropology, Minor African American Studies Valdosta State University (VSU), Valdosta, GA, Intern, Valdosta State University, Office of Social Equity, 150 hours of field experience with Dr Maggie Viverrette, Director as my field supervisor. Learned about the many aspects of diversity, wrote a book to help increase enrollment and graduation rates at VSU, titled Graduating With Honors: If I Can, U-Can! http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HNY8SAU Dec Aug – Dec Career History & Accomplishments: Valdosta State University, Valdosta GA Full-time student Chaplain Recruiter Consultant, APC Solutions, Valdosta, GA Designed, developed and implemented mentoring and empowerment training to over 5000 potential Chaplains 2013 2013 2009-2013 2007-2009 Created and implemented a Chaplain recruitment program resulting in over 100 chaplains recruiter Recognized as top recruiter on the APC Solutions team United States Army. Designed, developed and implemented the Recruiting Course Final Evaluation used by the entire US Army Recruiting School Basic Course 1982-2007 Designed, developed an implemented a system to identify individual instructors’ Strengths and weaknesses Recognized as successful leader of three #1 recruiter teams. Memberships & Affiliations 2007 Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce 2012 National Society of Leadership Success, VSU Chapter 2013 Who’s Who Class Among College Students, VSU 2014 VSU Phi Kappa Phi. Honorary Society __________________________________________________________________________________________________ References: Dr Carl Hand Mr Charles Ward Dr Chet Ballard Professor of Sociology Instructor Mathematic Professor Sociology Valdosta State University South Georgia College Valdosta State University Valdosta GA Valdosta GA Valdosta, GA (229) 249-4973 (229) 249-4878 (229) 333-5491 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 15 April 2015 The People I Want To Continue Helping Picture And Statement Shared 15 April 2015 John Isom, The U-Can Man, was a parent who "stood out," too! He was a great role model for his children and others. Here is a photo taken on 10/10/08 after he read Green Eggs and Ham to my homeroom. Mr. Isom's inspirational words made a difference in many, many lives. I am very glad I got to meet him and that he was a part of my teaching/classroom experience. God bless you John Isom and family, Cammie Traylor Lowndes County Georgia Middle School Teacher This Is Why And For WHo (The People) The U-Can! Man Does It! I SAy today U-CAN! Meet Me and My Family Before Starting Grad School Elder John Wallace isom Jr aka The U-Can! Man The U-Can Man is a member of my church, and his personality is explosive (in a good way). You can imagine what our church service is like when he preaches...AWESOME, ENTERTAINING, EXCITING, PASSIONATE, & SPIRIT-FILLED! What an awesome testimony of Lowndes County's great teachers!!!!!! Ms ALISHIA GASTON Lowndes County Georgia Middle School Team Member Union Cathedral Church (Valdosta GA) Member Pastor: Bishop Wade S McCrae Karen Y Isom My Bride of 24 Years 22 Dec 1990-Present Joshua Isom UGA Spring 2015 Graduate 21 Years Young University Of North Carolina Tar Heels Graduate School Fall 2015 Caleb Isom 18 Years Young Freshman South Georgia State College FALL 2015 Joy Marie isom 13 Years Young 8th Grade Fall 2015 Christian Isom 8 Years Young 3rd Grade Fall 2015 Joel Isom 4 Years Young Pre-K Fall 2015 Last But not Least Our Foundation Karen Y Isom Leading Us All To Victory Karen Isom Thanks for 24 Super Years You are My Georgia Peach A Juicy One! John “The U-Can! Man” IsoM 17 April 2015 I Am A Future Sociologist!
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