Jessica DiCicco

Jessica DiCicco believes knowledge is power, and she wanted to expand on her talents and use them to help serve others. "An education equips you with the tools needed for a career, but it also allows you to connect with your community and build relationships with those who come across your path."

Jessica first came to Delaware Tech because of the affordability and convenience, but she has "grown to love the Owens Campus and all the experiences, opportunities, and friendships I've had here – I'm going to miss walking onto campus every day!"

Since starting at Delaware Tech, Jessica noted she has become more confident in herself and has seen the power of positive thinking in her life. "When I'm faced with something I haven't done before or a huge project and have no idea how I'm going to make it through, I say 'I can do this' before those negative thoughts have a chance to creep in."

Jessica credits looking at one assignment at a time with her success. "I would encourage others to schedule the time to work and then pour all their attention and energy into that assignment - no phone, no TV, no social media! Just take it one step at a time."

Jessica plans to take a year off from school to care for her baby and enjoy the beginning of motherhood. She plans to start part-time at Wilmington University after that and work as a paraprofessional. She is interested in working in adult education or teaching at the college level someday.