For the past several years, the University of California [system] has not been offering education doctorates, except ... in limited partnership with some Cal State campuses. There's a huge need for administrators with doctorate degrees.

It's a federally funded program in which the outreach aids other programs in areas that will help them become more effective in their services. The more effective an organization is, the more people can help.

I sure was hoping he would hit (a home run).

As hard as it was being away from (my family), I really felt like that's where I needed to be. You almost feel guilty coming home because they have to stay and live it for who knows how long. So, whatever relief we could give was an amazing experience for us.