The new year is traditionally a time for many of us to make resolutions and set goals, both personal and professional. National College Attainment Network (NCAN) staff members are no exception. I recently asked my colleagues what their resolutions are
for 2025, which I’ve outlined below. I also included my own for good measure!
Johanne Belzor Operations and Event Manager “I haven’t determined what my 2025 resolution(s) will be, but it’s safe to say I met my 2025 goals.
I didn’t get a single ticket (speeding, parking, red light, or otherwise) this year!” Note: This is a big deal for those of us living and driving in the DC-area. If you know, you know.
Alessandra Cipriani-Detres Program Associate “My resolution is to embrace my wavy hair! I will do this by embarking on my wavy hair
care journey with the goal of perfecting my wavy hair care routine by the end of 2025.”
Bill DeBaun Senior Director, Data and Strategic Initiatives “I’d like to set two resolutions – one mental, one physical. On the mental side, I’d
like to continue to learn R because as NCAN’s ‘data guy’, I’d like to add a new skill to my toolbox. On the physical side, I’d love to get my 5k time under 22:00!”
Elizabeth Morgan Chief External Relations Officer “My resolution is to raise more funds for NCAN Conference registration and scholarships”
Matthew Odom Communications Manager “My resolution is to prioritize people in my life who make the effort. Life’s too short to dedicate time and
energy to those who don’t care.”
Simone Pringle Program Associate “Everyone on #TeamNCAN knows I’m an avid stand-up comedy fan. I usually see at least one live show every month
or every other month. I’m fueled by the constant pursuit of laughter and things that bring me joy. I’m intentional about prioritizing women comedians and comedians of color, as they tend to not be as highly profiled. My favorites from my 2024 shows
were Dulce Sloan, Cristela Alonzo, Vir Das and Josh Johnson.
I’m also going to continue checking things off my bucket list, some of which are all the things I didn’t do in undergrad or grad school in DC. So far, I’ve been to the Library of Congress, seen not one but three shows at the Kennedy Center, saw a Harlem
Globetrotters game, watched an Alvin Ailey performance and yes, participated in a Netflix comedy special taping (Tom Papa’s Home Free)! I haven’t quite narrowed down my 2025 list, but I’m looking forward to all the comedy shows and bucket list adventures
this year!”
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