Gleisis Salazar arrived from Cuba a little over a year ago looking for a path to continue her professional growth. With the help of Digital Navigator Alba Diaz and the Central New York Digital Empowerment program, she was introduced to Google Suite and eventually referred to the Syracuse ATTAIN Lab where she began working on her Microsoft Office certifications.
“Even without being 100% fluent in English, I have been able to take these courses that have helped me improve and incorporate more vocabulary into my language learning.”
The first certification exam was challenging, but Gleisis persevered and, after a few tries, she received her certification in Microsoft Word.
“This certificate has been the beginning of everything I want to achieve in my life, and it is a driving force that demonstrates to myself that, with determination and discipline, everything can be achieved.”
She is very grateful for the opportunities and support provided by the ATTAIN lab.
“I feel that the ATTAIN programs work perfectly. They are organized, and they analyze the students’ needs with the purpose of achieving their goals. From the moment I met Cody Maggi, she became a source of positive energy for me with her enthusiasm and ability to motivate me to reach my goals. Matt [Steding] also helped me anytime I had a question, he was very kind, patient, and knowledgeable in Microsoft Word training.”
Gleisis has now begun training for her Microsoft Excel certification with the eventual goal of pursuing a career in public relations and marketing.