Craig Smoothey - Kenya, East Africa
When Mr. Craig Owen Smoothey enrolled in California National University’s Master of Science in Engineering degree program, it was not the first time he had earned a degree through distance education. He had already earned a Bachelor’s degree in Bible and Theology through distance learning and a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering. Craig’s goal for continuing his education was to expand his working knowledge of computer theory and practice so he could gain the necessary skills to excel in the field. He graduated from CNU Magna Cum Laude in July 1999.
Working as a Systems Analyst for the Kenya Christian Industrial Training Institute in Nairobi, Kenya, Craig describes his work as entailing “a lot of community uplifting for some of the poorest people one could imagine.”
Craig believes that his CNU program has contributed to his success because it has given him a firm foundation in computer engineering and has strengthened his determination to succeed in the face of adversity. He also says that earning his degree has helped him with students and curriculum development at the college where he works.
“Now I can approach my tasks with the knowledge and skills to deliver products that not only meet requirements, but also demonstrate good engineering.”
Master of Science in Engineering, 1999
Magna Cum Laude
2000 Outstanding CNU Graduate
