Oregon’s Polytechnic University

“I heard that comparison is the thief of joy, but I didn’t understand it until college. Among students, comparing grades and test scores is normal. While I recognize the reassurance it might bring, I’ve also realized it’s an incomplete picture of someone’s effort or potential. Everyone’s journey is shaped uniquely—some grades come from stable environments, others from sleepless nights. Regardless, we all aim for growth, and the journey and the mistakes we make along the way are the best experiences one can get in life.”

“ Oregon Tech offers strong clinical training and the support I need to succeed as a dental hygienist.”

“It’s difficult to isolate just one learning experience from the MFT program because, in truth, the entire journey has been transformative. This program has deepened my understanding of psychotherapy and affirmed, in a profound and personal way, that I am exactly where I’m meant to be.”