Alford “Slim” Willock’s higher education experience is inspiring and revealing, and a little different than your average coming-of-age story. He is part of the changing landscape of formal education, while his experience highlights foundational values of higher education. Check it out:
More about Slim
In May 2023, Slim graduated with a Master of Science degree in Information Technology from Pace University. He connected to his bachelor’s and master’s programs through the NACTEL (National Alliance for Communications Technology Education and Learning) and CAEL (Council for Adult and Experiential Learning). NACTEL is a CAEL-led partnership of industry employers and unions working with quality educators to create and sponsor online education programs that meet the needs of current and future telecommunications professionals.
Production
It was a great experience collaborating on this video with Slim and the team at the Online Learning Center. To highlight Slim’s experience at Pace, we conducted a studio interview and captured his family celebrating at Pace University graduation in May 2023. With additional footage provided by Slim, we were able to illustrate his home life and work ethic.