<p>A 1969 high school graduate, John Nelson Kozel knows you’re never too old to learn and to better yourself. He has warehouse, emergency services and computer services work experience under his belt. Yet, even though he already owns his own business, CompuCom Secure, he decided to return to college to earn an associate of applied science degree in network management. “I found the instructors have a genuine interest to get you where you need to be, to accomplish your goals,” John says of his experience at Chattanooga State. John hopes to continue his education after a short break. John’s wife, Lina, adult children, John, Jr. and Jennifer Sue Stewart, and Bella, the dog, are all extremely proud of him.</p>