Finals week is already upon us!!

I'm really having trouble understanding how the time flew by so fast these past few months. It's ALREADY finals week! This quarter has gone by soooo quickly. I suppose the lesson is time and hard work pays off in the end. It's amazing to see the progress I've made along with my fellow students. I'm sad to say I only have one quarter left at Sullivan University before my Pharmacy Technician certification test. But I am happy to say I will be returning to Sullivan to enter their Pharm.D program in just a few short years. I'm very happy I chose Sullivan over the endless options of other schools. I've learned absolutely invaluable information from my teachers and from the Pharmacy Technician program. I've made lifelong friends among our students. If I could change one thing about my whole experience, it would be that I wish I would've done this sooner! Regardless, I don't regret anything I've done in my life one bit. Every part of life truly has been and will remain a learning experience. I have to thank Sullivan University for having such an impact on my life and future success. Every second has been worth it's weight in gold. Thank you, Sullivan University. You will be with me for the rest of my life.

Tim Conneely    

Supreme Court Class Trip

The Paralegal students went on a trip to hear the Kentucky Supreme Court in session in Frankfort this quarter.

We learned a lot, heard two interesting cases, had a tour of the Capitol building, and then had lunch with our teacher, Mr. Riggs.

I was a little bit sad because I had to miss the Canoe trip that was on the same day. But all in all I am so glad that I was able to go and that I could take off work.

Hopefully they will offer this trip again, because I  would not mind seeing more cases. Thanks to Sullivan, our teachers, and the  Sullivan's Paralegal Club for planning this trip.

Here are some pictures:

 Capitol Building

 Supreme Court Chambers

 Inside the Capitol Building

View of the dome (it changes colors!)

 

Claudia

Finals...Finally

     My first quarter with Sullivan is coming to a close and the time really flew by.  I have finals on Tuesday and I feel pretty prepared for them.  If there is one skill I have learned to do better than ever is time management.  I know I blogged about this earlier but I do have a full-time job, I'm a full-time father, as well as a student.  Thankfully I have pulled myself together and feel confident about my grades this quarter.  I can see the light at the end of the tunnel and it is a big neon sign saying "Fall Break Sept. 10-23!"  This break couldn't come at a better time and that is what I love about being a student here.
     With regular school starting business has been a little slower but when we are back from fall break it will be the start of "Restaurant Season."  The holidays and cold weather bring the guests flocking in to have a nice meal so I know that this coming term I will need to be on my A-Game.  I know that I will also (hopefully) have my A-Game grades reflect my hard work this quarter.  I wish good luck to all this coming week and hope that the holiday weekend treats you well!

Ryan (Seth) Pennington

Final Practicum

Finals! So its that time of the quarter when the kitchens are buzzing! Culinary and Baking students are hard at work perfecting their dishes for their final practical. I am currently in International and my country that i have to recreate is Brazil. I chose to do a seafood stew and quinoa salad. for my entree i am placing a savory crepe bundle filled with a shredded chicken stuffing on top of a nest of multi colored green peppers and served with a delicious tomatoe sauce. My Dessert is by far my favorite part of this 4 course meal. I chose to roll a chocolate truffle in Brazilian nuts and serve it with a traditional shortbread cookie and cup of fresh coffee. Im sure it will be an A dish that i will serve at home as well. I really love this simple yet flavorful dish, and i plan to add it to my personal recipe book!
Kamisha Jones

Winston's Restaurant

Sullivan University is home to a great fine dining restaurant, Winston's.  Led by Executive Chef John Castro, this establishment is mainly staffed with Sullivan University students and graduates.  For many culinary students, Winston's serves as a great internship experience, the last stop before graduation.  With an extraordinary menu, including incredible full-bar service, and value guest appreciation, there is only one catch: Winston's Restaurant has limited hours of business. Friday and Saturday, they are open for lunch (11am-2pm) and dinner (5:30pm-10pm). On Sundays, they serve an exquisite brunch from 10am to 2pm.

deliciously sculpted chocolate desserts

One of the most signature dishes presented at Winston's Restaurant is inspired by Louisville's famous Hot Brown.  This well-known open-faced sandwich is comprised of toasted bread, roasted turkey, Roma tomatoes, freshly made Mornay sauce, and Pecorino Romano cheese.  The tower of ingredients is then broiled to perfection then topped with crispy bacon.  Chef Castro's spin on a Hot Brown, a "Not Brown," is a little different.  Honoring the original infamous Louisville dish, a "Not Brown" (pictured below) is also an open-faced sandwich topped with Mornay sauce, cheese and bacon.  Instead of bread, however, Chef Castro uses fried green tomatoes.  He also substitutes rock shrimp and crab for the roasted turkey.  The "Not Brown" is elegantly displayed in the bowl and garnished with spinach.

If you have not been to Winston's, please come in for a visit.  The restaurant is located on the left side of Sullivan University's main campus building.  The food and drinks are delicious, the environment is intimate, and the service is respectful.  Even the prices are reasonable!  What more could you ask for?

Here is a link to the Winston's website: feel free to enjoy!

Hayley Charron

Graduation is literally right around the corner!

Wow! Is it that time already!?!?! It's amazing how quickly two and a half years have flown by!! I remember when I first went on the tours and spoke with my financial advisor and set up all my classes in the month of June, 2010 and now it's August 2012 and I'm upon my last quarter of my degree! The next quarter will entail my internship and continuing my bachelor's degree. 

Not only am I proud of myself for accomplishing a very big goal in my life but I'm also proud of all my Sullivan family that I've also known and grown to love over these past few years.  I'm very happy and proud to say that I will soon be a graduate of Sullivan University!

Alona Beasley-Jenkins

THE SUMMER FUN IS ALMOST OVER

I can't believe how fast this quarter is going.  This  quarter is the first time that I ever took an online class and I have to say originally I wasn't all the happy with the doing it.  I'm a people person and I interact or can get really good feedback from my classmates while in class, by taking an online class I feel disconnected from everyone.  But I have to admit as the quarter has gone on and the fact that I have an instructor that I respect and value their opinion has been a tremendous help.

I have to say that since I've been back in school I have had to learn how to step outside of my comfort zone and adjust to things that I normally would either avoid or not want to deal with at all. 

Thank you Sullivan for offering myself, and the rest of the student body an opportunity to truly expand our wings no matter the circumstances.

Tracy Dickerson