Getting to Know Christy Skie 
Christy Skie (BS Sociology, 2007) of Evansville is currently working as a Youth Vocation Rehabilitation Councilor with the State of Indiana in Evansville, Indiana. Focus had a chance to catch up with her recently about her career goals and her time at USI
What did you want to be when you grew up and why did you choose USI?
There were many things that I wanted to be growing up, but I always had a difficult time settling on just one. I think it started as an astronaut, then to be in the WNBA, and a doctor at one point.
I chose USI because it was close to home and the diverse course selection that allowed me to work while being a full-time student.
What were some of your best memories at USI?
I absolutely loved all of the Sociology and Criminal Justice classes that I took. I know I will be the odd one to say that I loved Sociology Statistics with Dr. Priest. The Sociology courses just captivated me and kept me entertained throughout my time at USI.
I did an internship with the Adult Drug Court, but that was the only thing that I did as I worked full-time at an oncology office while going to USI. The biggest impacts that my internship with the Adult Drug Court had on me was that it taught me how to work with individuals with Substance Abuse issues. This skill set actually carried over into all of my future career paths.
Do you have any advice for current students?
Talk with a variety of individuals with diverse backgrounds. Honestly, you never know who will have some valuable insight or information to pass along to you. Also, don’t sell yourself short. It is alright if you try out a career path or field that ends up not working out the way you had hoped. There are many choices and options out that that will end up working for you and being the right fit.
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| Christy is happily married and lives in Evansville with her husband and son. |
Christy with Evansville Mayor, Lloyd Winnecke. |
What are the top three things on your bucket list?
Traveling through Europe and seeing the home that Monet painted all the waterlilies, Seeing Niagara Falls from both sides (I have a fascination with waterfalls), and seeing the largest waterfall in Africa (Victoria Falls) as I have seen the second largest already!
What’s the most interesting documentary you’ve ever watched?
Honestly, I am obsessed with true crime documentaries, and there are so many amazing ones out right now, especially on Netflix. I don’t know if I could name just one!
What is one cause are you most passionate about?
I am incredibly passionate about Inclusion in the Workplace. I believe that everyone has the right to work in an environment that they feel safe and included in. I believe that employers should really be more open-minded about working with all types of individuals to make a well-rounded workplace.
What were the biggest ways that you were impacted by USI?
The ways that USI impacted me were that I made connections with professors and students that I continue even all of these years later. Also, I feel like many of the courses that I took impacted me by opening my eyes and looking at things through a different lens. USI really helped form me into the person that I am today.