“Gloria was strategically innovative and motivational. With her chronicle of life experiences she grabbed the attention of my heart and mind. Her story proves that facing all odds is not an excuse. Anyone can succeed if they work hard and continue following their dreams. “
Marquise Woods
Human Resources Technician
Head Start Child Development Council Stockton, CA 2008
"To describe your presentation would be to describe a perfect concert. You're voice and delivery skills were impeccable. In a room of 34 children with disabilities ranging from ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) to mild retardation, you were able to capture their attendtion and maintain it for more than 35 minutes. Most professsionals understand the norm of an attentive audience of this range of disabilities to be from 7 to 15 minutes. You deserve a standing ovation for your skills."
Ivory Carroll Sr.
Associate Director
S.E.E.D in Kern Coundy
2007
"As Vice President of Student Affairs at Norfolk State University, I have witnessed Ms. Rodriguez's work ethic and enthusiasm which have influenced many students to attend NSU and strive for academic excellence. As Assistant Director of Admissions, she has demonstrated integrity, leadership, and dedication to her students and the University. She was often sought after by local schools, government, and civic organizations to speak to students, parents, and employees about the value of higher edcuation.
Larry Curtis
Vice President of Student Affairs
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
"Wherever you go- they are much the richer, as have been our students. With folks such as you guiding our youth, one can say indeed there still is hope for mankind."
Mark J. Walters, Head Counselor
East Orange High School
East Orange, NJ
"Not only did Ms. Rodriguez encourage the students, she provided the participants' parents workshops that generated appropriate and factual information about behaviors they could utilize to assist their children in their desire to attend college. Philosophically, she espoused that economical status or ethnicity were challenges that could be confronted and ameliorated with commitment to goals. Each summer the students and parents returned to the campus anticipating Ms. Rodriguez's exhilarating information sessions about preparation for higher education experiences."
Norma W. Brumage, Ed.D
Professor of Education
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
"Her commitment and mission on higher education and government opportunities has truly surfaced at the local, regional, state, and national levels. She demonstrates great leadership qualities: integrity, tenacity, and dedication."
Dr. Marie V. McDemmond
President
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
"Thank you for accepting this responsibility and sharing your expertise to better the Commonwealth. Virginians who donate their time and energy are the reason that government succeeds. I hope that your commitment will be as personally rewarding as it will be beneficial to Virginia. Again, thank you for your commitment to service."
Latino Advisory Commission
Mark R Warner
Governor of Virginia 2003-2004
Richmond, VA
The Pruden Center for Lifelong Learning recognizes your commitment to education and excellence. It is indeed a privilege and honor for the students and their families in the Suffolk and Isle of Wight communities to have you address the graduates participating in this ceremony. We look forward to hearing your message. Undoubtedly, the graduates and others will be inspired to continue along pathways of success.
Robin Rose
Adult Education Administrator
2001-2002 GED commencement
Pruden Center for Industry & Technology
