I commuted used the Long Island railroad. I commuted from Eastern Long Island to Manhattan. Living in New York City is too expensive and commuting was way less costly. Commuting has many challenges especially weather and mechanical issues causing delays.

I attended Suffolk County Community College. Because I had a high GPA and participated in outside activities, I received a scholarship to attended LIM College. This was an extension of the stay on Long Island scholarship program. The goal of the program is to have students stay in New York for their continued schooling. I was searching for fashion business schools and this was one of the few choices.