Kyle Stoner

is staying positive.

Education:

• Youth Justice Diploma, 2007
• Enrolled in the Criminology Program at SFU, 2008

Currently:
Youth Development Worker at the Waypoint Treatment Centre

Career Goals:
Work hard towards law school and see where that takes me

Personal Goals:
Do what I do best...and have fun while I'm at it

My role models are:
Romeo Dallaire, Eva Peron, Stephen Colbert and Terrell Owens

The best of both worlds

I chose the Youth Justice Program because it seemed like a unique opportunity to better my education and challenge myself both personally and professionally.

Taking the next step

After graduation there are so many opportunities to work or expand your education in this field. Unlike some lines of work, jobs in the human development area seem to be aplenty and options for a university degree program are vast. Figuring out how to best utilize the Youth Justice Diploma has been a strain - albeit a positive one.

The greatest thing

I think the dual practicum experiences were by far the most beneficial to supporting this kind of an education. The work placements are aimed at suiting the needs of the students with the intention to challenge yourself, develop new skills and apply what you've learned in the classroom. Combining your studies with practical work experience not only makes the time go by quicker, but you also have the opportunity to create employment opportunities far before you receive the diploma.

Best of the best

The range of intellect, professionalism and passion demonstrated by the Youth Justice faculty is obviously commendable; though, it's their overwhelming dedication to the students (both past and present) that makes me appreciate the time I spent under their guidance as a student.

The most important thing I learned

Self-care - you can't expect to help anyone else if you can't help yourself.

Stay Positive

At-risk youth seem to have a knack for optimism and persistence. Through their example, they've taught me to stay positive and to remain ever confident in a better tomorrow.

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