Passionate and knowledgeable professional who strives to live and work by the core values of compassion, empathy, hope, trust, self-respect, integrity, authenticity, unity, and forgiveness to create hope for individuals and families. One who is committed to doing right by individuals by viewing and treating them as partners in need and placing great importance on living within ethical standards and behaving with great integrity.
Mary Kay Riendeau, Department Head Human Services/Addiction Studies, Mesabi Range College
"Nick has had a path of unparalleled experience that addresses nearly every competence in the Social Work Code of Ethics. He has empowered himself and learned through these experiences and has a deep understanding how these competencies aid to empower others. I could not say nicer things about the evolution of Nick's journey to human services / social work, and about Nick himself. I really can't think of a better candidate to help people and a better person to be open to learning. He has worked so hard to adapt to college life and journey to educate himself to be an outstanding person to work in this profession."
Kyle Mackendanz, English Instructor, Mesabi Range College
"Nick has been an absolute joy to work with over the years I have known him and is a kind, capable, and committed learner and classmate. He regularly provided meaningful insight and discussion in my classes and showed genuine compassion and courtesy to everyone he collaborated with. He is a thoughtful and self-aware student who deals exceptionally well with social issues, nuance, and interpersonal dynamics. His writing also demonstrates his ability to reflect on and thoughtfully engage the complexities of the world, social issues, and how they relate to him and his peers."