Brianna Collins
Well, it has been a little over 3 years since I finished my degree at ECU. In that time, I have done a couple things. After my internship and degree were complete, I was trying to figure out what was next for me whether it be a full-time or part-time job, more education, or something totally new. I settled on becoming an EMT and getting experience within the emergency services world, as I had always been interested but never took the plunge. So, after my initial certification, I started full-time with Catawba County EMS while completing my Associates in Emergency Medical Science. Now I function at the Paramedic level with both my state and national registry.
Honestly, my job rocks! I get to help others with a multitude of situations whether it be helping someone up from a simple fall, to splinting broken bones, or intubating and breathing for a patient in cardiac arrest. Some of my most treasured moments thus far, have been when I helped a teenager out of her truck after a collision and she asked for a hug, she was so shaken up (and of course I obliged). Another time was congratulating the parents of a newborn baby the mother just brought into the world, and I got to care for them both. In my line of work, I see any and everyone, and all kinds of situations. But that is something I enjoy as it keeps me curious and humble.
But besides my job, there are some other exciting things to have happened after college. I got a dog! Charleigh – she is a wonderful handful that I “co-own” with my grandmother, who is a big help in caring for Charleigh while I am working. I also welcomed a niece, Jade Lynn, into the world. On top of that, I became a God Mom to one of my best friend’s kiddos, Tripp and Skylar. – I love getting to spend time with all the kiddos in my life. Then I recently crossed off “Sky Diving” from my bucket list! It was absolutely incredible and I am eager to do it again.
While I am enjoying life, sometimes I find myself looking back on my time at ECU, and I remember being involved. One of those involvements was Greenville Wesley (once called the Wesley Foundation; aka “Wesley”). Through the ministry, I learned and nurtured my faith exponentially. I had the safe space to figure out what it is I truly believe and I developed my view of who God is to me. That growing faith and community at Wesley helped me through the struggles of college and navigating life (from relationships, to death of loved ones, and even figuring out financial budgeting). To this day, I still consider Jeremy Benton and his family, friends of mine. And I still have some fellow Wesley-goers, who are amazing friends (Kacie, Maggie, Taylor, and Ruth) that I love getting to catch up with. I thank God for providing all the experiences and people in my life, just perfectly, for my time at ECU and thereafter.
It would be a lie to say that I do not miss college, because I really do. But it is the people, the adventures, and the beautiful growth that happened while I was there. Who knows what the future holds! But you can bet that I am going to visit as soon as I can.
Until next time,
Brianna Collins
Well, it has been a little over 3 years since I finished my degree at ECU. In that time, I have done a couple things. After my internship and degree were complete, I was trying to figure out what was next for me whether it be a full-time or part-time job, more education, or something totally new. I settled on becoming an EMT and getting experience within the emergency services world, as I had always been interested but never took the plunge. So, after my initial certification, I started full-time with Catawba County EMS while completing my Associates in Emergency Medical Science. Now I function at the Paramedic level with both my state and national registry.
Honestly, my job rocks! I get to help others with a multitude of situations whether it be helping someone up from a simple fall, to splinting broken bones, or intubating and breathing for a patient in cardiac arrest. Some of my most treasured moments thus far, have been when I helped a teenager out of her truck after a collision and she asked for a hug, she was so shaken up (and of course I obliged). Another time was congratulating the parents of a newborn baby the mother just brought into the world, and I got to care for them both. In my line of work, I see any and everyone, and all kinds of situations. But that is something I enjoy as it keeps me curious and humble.
But besides my job, there are some other exciting things to have happened after college. I got a dog! Charleigh – she is a wonderful handful that I “co-own” with my grandmother, who is a big help in caring for Charleigh while I am working. I also welcomed a niece, Jade Lynn, into the world. On top of that, I became a God Mom to one of my best friend’s kiddos, Tripp and Skylar. – I love getting to spend time with all the kiddos in my life. Then I recently crossed off “Sky Diving” from my bucket list! It was absolutely incredible and I am eager to do it again.
While I am enjoying life, sometimes I find myself looking back on my time at ECU, and I remember being involved. One of those involvements was Greenville Wesley (once called the Wesley Foundation; aka “Wesley”). Through the ministry, I learned and nurtured my faith exponentially. I had the safe space to figure out what it is I truly believe and I developed my view of who God is to me. That growing faith and community at Wesley helped me through the struggles of college and navigating life (from relationships, to death of loved ones, and even figuring out financial budgeting). To this day, I still consider Jeremy Benton and his family, friends of mine. And I still have some fellow Wesley-goers, who are amazing friends (Kacie, Maggie, Taylor, and Ruth) that I love getting to catch up with. I thank God for providing all the experiences and people in my life, just perfectly, for my time at ECU and thereafter.
It would be a lie to say that I do not miss college, because I really do. But it is the people, the adventures, and the beautiful growth that happened while I was there. Who knows what the future holds! But you can bet that I am going to visit as soon as I can.
Until next time,
Brianna Collins
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