Q: What has been the most valuable part of your industrial distribution studies so far?

Tara Shea Rasco> Striving to achieve the most out of life, I will forever cherish the education that the Industrial Distribution Department at Texas A&M University has provided me, both personally and professionally. It has not only allowed me to experience the “real world” first-hand through internship opportunities and professional associations, but has given me the chance to interact with the individuals I will be working with and the industries I will be working for in the future. This keeps me focused on the numerous benefits of being an industrial distribution major and what these benefits hold in store for me when I graduate.

The relationships I have developed through my education are only a prelude to the rewarding friendships and experiences that will aid me in building my professional future.

In the 21st century, distribution industries are constantly looking for those few individuals who are self-motivated, learn quickly, communicate effectively and can adapt to changes in technology. This is exactly what my industrial distribution studies have taught me. With every course I take and every contact I make, I am becoming more aware that distribution is my passion, though I am still fine-tuning my skills. The Industrial Distribution Department has given me a glimpse into my professional future and has offered me the opportunity to discover who I am and where my potential lies.

Nicholas Scott Teague> As the world becomes smaller, a more diverse knowledge base and a greater breadth of exposure to applicable skill sets is necessary to achieve a high level of professional success. More than anything, I believe that these acquisitions have been the most valuable part of my industrial distribution studies at Texas A&M University. I believe that our program is second to none, and as such it bears the responsibility of leading its graduates along the cutting edge of both theory and practice.

The faculty makes every attempt to convey how distribution was handled in the past, show us how it is being practiced today and guide us in forging a more promising tomorrow. The curriculum offered in the Industrial Distribution program is designed to communicate the foundation needed to attain proficiency in the field. The interaction between students and industry builds upon that foundation to help prepare the next generation for what the real world has to offer.

There is no certainty in what the future will bring for any college graduate, but I feel confident that the balance of integrity, spirit, diversity and knowledge that has been instilled in me during my time at A&M will be all that I need to be a valuable contributor to the workforce as well as society as a whole.