Molly Dalik

Molly Dalik enrolled at Delaware Tech in the advertising design program after attending an Open House and meeting Patti Bishop, visual communications department chairperson. "Since the SEED Scholarship covered my tuition, I was able to pursue my creative goals debt-free, which was a crucial factor in my college decision."

Molly has loved creating art since she was "old enough to hold a crayon," which is what led her to being interested in the advertising design program at Delaware Tech. "As a homeschool student since the beginning, I have had the opportunity to develop a lot of creative skills - such as sewing, crochet, drawing, creative writing, music, and photography. I always knew I wanted to pursue my artistic passions in my future career, so when I discovered the visual communications program at Delaware Tech, I knew it was the perfect major for me."

Molly's advice for Delaware Tech students who want to improve their college experience is "to stay ahead on your work, ask questions, and to invest in your teachers. I have had a great experience every time I formed relationships with my teachers and got to know them. They want to help us succeed, and ultimately, it's not all about the grade - college is also about growing and stretching and overcoming obstacles to improve yourself. When you develop long-lasting relationships with your teachers, they can help you through college and beyond."

After graduating from Delaware Tech, Molly has a few options she can choose to pursue. "Whether I join the workforce right away or pursue a connected degree, I am eager to start the next phase of my life; I will be well prepared for whatever is in store because of my time at Delaware Tech." She dreams of writing and illustrating children's literature and starting a small business to sell handmade crafts.