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Rochester taught me how to be
focused, yet flexible. It showed
me how to manage priorities,

responsibilities, and obligations to
myself, my teammates, and my fellow

students. It also provided me lessons
both on and off the field, which I’ve
used throughout my career to better

prioritize, manage my time, work as
a team towards a common goal, and

to collaborate with others.

combat-ready cyber forces throughout the Navy. The command was
created in recognition of the growing importance of cybersecurity and ROCHESTER’S NROTC:
the need for skilled individuals to protect the country’s intellectual 75 YEARS OF LEADERSHIP
property, operational plans, and military capabilities. uofr.us/nrotc75
Herbert will tell you that she served alongside those with a wide range
of educational backgrounds, including engineering, history, English, and
more. She also underscores that the specific degree is not as important GET TO KNOW
ALUMNAE THROUGH
as the pursuit of excellence through the educational experience. OUR WOMEN’S NETWORK
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FINDING OPPORTUNITY
Herbert’s career advice for young people? Bloom where you are EXPLORE ATHLETICS
planted. “In the Navy, you don’t apply for a job because you think it AT ROCHESTER
sounds interesting; you are assigned based on your skills, experience, uofrathletics.com
and the military's needs,” she says. “Every opportunity, no matter how
challenging or unplanned, offers something to learn and grow from.”
Upon retirement, Herbert wasn’t interested in continuing
in a technical or defense contracting field. Although
consulting was an option, she decided to pursue
other opportunities.
“I wanted to dig in the dirt, hike every day,
and try my hand at more artistic pursuits
like refinishing furniture,” she says. “So
that’s what I do—I’ve commandeered
our garage and have a brush sitting in a
bucket of water on most days, ready to
bring new life to an old dresser. I also
serve on a few boards, including the
National Outdoor Leadership School with
my husband, Roger, a retired Navy Seal,
and I volunteer at our local animal shelter,
walking rescue dogs three times a week.
Life continues to be an adventure.”

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