SKYCTC Alumni Spotlight - Lindsey and Nate

Linsey and Nate Simpson are our next SKYCTC Alumni Spotlight. Linsey earned her degree in Respiratory Care in 2022 and went on to complete her Bachelor's in 2023. She is now pursuing a Master's in Respiratory Care, with plans to graduate in 2026. She currently serves as a Respiratory Therapist at The Medical Center.
Nate graduated in 2022 with a degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology and continued his education, earning a second degree in Electrical Technology from SKYCTC in 2023. He is now a Maintenance Team Leader at Tenneco.
Beyond their professional achievements, Linsey and Nate share a deep bond forged through service. Both are proud U.S. Army veterans who met while stationed at Fort Rucker, Alabama. Their story began in service and continued in love—they tied the knot in 2013.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO ATTEND SKYCTC?
Linsey - It was close to where I live, it was affordable, it felt like a family, and offered classes in which helped me pursue what I wanted to be.
Nate - Job opportunities.

WHO INFLUENCED YOU MOST DURING YOUR TIME AT SKYCTC (FACULTY/STAFF)?
Linsey - I had such an amazing experience with all my instructors. Mrs. Coni and Mrs. Carmen are forever in my heart.
Nate – Chuck Houchens

WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR CURRENT STUDENTS WANTING TO MAKE THE MOST OF THEIR EXPERIENCE AT SKYCTC?
Linsey - Utilize the resources that are offered; tutoring, library, the ambassador program. SKYCTC has such amazing resources to help make you successful.
Nate - Be curious and learn everything you can.

DESCRIBE YOUR CAREER PATH AND EXPLAIN HOW YOUR EDUCATION AT SKYCTC HELPED PREPARE YOU FOR WHAT YOU ARE DOING TODAY.
Linsey - The Respiratory program help utilize real-life equipment that I would be using in everyday applications. It had a hands-on lab with real-life scenarios to help me prepare. It offered onsite clinicals to help me integrate into the real world. The program was very hands-on with lots of information to help me be where I am today.
Nate - After leaving the Army, I worked a few production jobs before finishing an interest in maintenance. After getting into an apprentice position, I attended SKYCTC while working in that position.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE CURRENT STUDENTS INTERESTED IN PURSUING A CAREER IN YOUR PROFESSIONAL FIELD?
Linsey - Stay organized, keep everything, priorities and study. Ask questions.
Nate - There is a great deal of opportunity to build a life and do well for anyone willing to learn and put the time in. There is never a lack of employment opportunities in most areas.