"Kids, have you seen my backpack...?" and Other Inspirational Stories of Non-Traditional Students: An Adult Learner Anthology
As a full-time admissions representative at a technical school, freelance writer Donna Talarico not only motivates people to begin their new careers, but was also inspired by her students to return to school herself. Meeting hundreds of students of all ages and backgrounds has made Talarico realize the magnitude of struggles and rewards alike that non-traditional students must overcome to achieve success. In turn, she wanted to spread the message, inspiring others who may need that extra push! Talarico is currently a non-traditional student at Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, after a five-year hiatus in the ?real world?, finishing her Journalism/Public Relations degree. She resides in Luzerne, Pennsylvania with her cat Spectra.