The Global Studies program welcomed Kevin Kelly of Van Scoyoc Associates for an afternoon discussion in the library. Kelly is an attorney with significant previous experience as a legislative assistant on Capitol Hill. He now helps corporations and non-profits work with the federal government on major programs and initiatives. His areas of expertise include aerospace and biomedical research, cybersecurity, defense, education, energy and much more.
Kelly shared his enthusiasm for the promise of several technology programs relating to space exploration and also in the biomedical fields. Even though he is not a scientist, he has developed a passion for helping solve complex programmatic issues in these areas. Kelly began his studies in the seminary before applying his interest in politics to support committee work of his congresswoman.
Kelly left the students with this piece of advice, “Do the best job you can on what is in front of you. This will lead you to the next level.”