This week\u2019s Alumni Spotlight shines on Jonathan Winglass, a 2013 UMM graduate with a degree in Recreation and Tourism Management. From New Hampshire, Jonathan now lives in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and works for the U.S. Department of Defense. His position is executive administration assistant for the 1st\u00a0Battalion Warrior Transition Brigade US Army, \u00a0and project control analyst for Sierra 7 Inc.<\/p>\n
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Currently, I am the Project Control Analyst for a Government Contract, under the Department of Defense, for the Warrior Transition Brigade, (1st\u00a0Battalion). \u00a0I hold the Executive Admin Assistant to the Battalion Commander and Battalion Sergeant Major. \u00a0Both these positions are highly visible jobs where I am interacting with Soldiers who are recovering from injury and receiving top line care here at Fort Belvoir. \u00a0This job personally manages the calendar for the WTB, and has a lot of oversight and responsibilities. \u00a0\u00a0As the Project Control Analyst, I run numbers in the evening for our Government Contract, dealing mostly with HR issues, benefits packages and all other issues that can arise with our Contract, and deal directly with multiple DoD POC\u2019s on a managerial level.<\/p>\n
In the Marine Corp, I am a Fire Team Leader, for 1st\u00a0Platoon, 1st\u00a0Squad, 3rd\u00a0Fire Team Leader. We are an organic light infantry unit, who this year took place in an overseas infantry training exercise, located south of Agadir, Morocco. \u00a0This operation, known as Operation African Lion, a joint bilateral training exercise, was about training with one of the U.S\u2019s oldest allies, and solidifying our friendships and learning new weapons systems. \u00a0Currently, I am planning on moving to a LAR (Light Armored Reconnaissance) Unit in Maryland, which is closer to home for us.<\/p>\n
The most valuable item I learned at UMM was getting your hands into everything!! \u00a0Meet as many people as you can, and try to make a difference in the short time you are there. \u00a0Take risks, try something new and set yourself up for success. \u00a0I learned I was lucky enough to choose a college, which transformed into a family. \u00a0I learned definitely not to judge a book by its cover. \u00a0This school offers and wants to see every student succeed, and in learning this and letting your teachers, peers and student resources in, you WILL succeed. \u00a0On a broader perspective, and translating that into my life after college, I have tried to live with an open ears and mind and not to judge anyone. \u00a0The person you turn away, could play a key factor to your success just keep that in mind! Every decision has a reaction!<\/p>\n
Have fun. \u00a0Enjoy your time as it is super short, but buy into the idea behind UMM, and in turn you will receive the best hands on education the North East has to offer. \u00a0Join the Outing Club too, or any club and get out and meet new people! Make sure to get on every ski trip, carry on the hockey program, and be the wildest UMAINE fans in the books! Study hard, help each other succeed and make UMM a better place for the next round of Clippers! Keep your contacts and always build them! \u00a0And always make sure to reach out to your contacts. \u00a0Try as best as you can to talk to friends, teachers or mentors as much as you can, even if it is for a quick hello.<\/p>\n
Working primarily for the Military and the DoD just outside of DC can be very stressful. \u00a0Machias prepared me in many ways. \u00a0I remember the days where multiple papers were due, online posts, homework, research and then running programs in the evening\u2026and those days were busy. \u00a0Do they compare to what I am doing now? \u00a0In some ways\u2026 yes. \u00a0I had to be disciplined to get all my work done especially my senior year where I took 26 credits to pass to receive my degree on time. \u00a0I found a group of the best friends a kid could have, and we all got through it together. \u00a0UMM does so much for you, that you don\u2019t realize until you step away and realize all the skills your take at your time at UMM. \u00a0Now, any tasker thrown onto my desk I know I can accomplish!<\/p>\n
The people I have met, the classes and times I had made my 4 years spent at UMM the best time of my life. \u00a0This is the hardest question for me, as I could write on and on… The University of Maine at Machias will positively impact your life that is a guarantee\u2026 \u00a0My experiences are my own, and we all did the best to make UMM a better place\u2026 Now it\u2019s your turn!!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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