President, Student Swap Roles for a Day at Parker College
Parker College student Steven Chalk got a rare opportunity to walk in Dr. Fabrizio Mancini's shoes for a day as part of the first annual "President for a Day" event. Chalk spent a full day going to meetings normally attended by Dr. Mancini and speaking by phone with some of the profession's leaders, while Mancini attended Chalk's classes, ate lunch with "fellow" students in the Parker Cafe and more.
Chalk pitched the idea of establishing the President for a Day event and scholarship; Bill Nardiello, chairman of the Parker Board of Trustees, graciously funded the inaugural $1,500 scholarship. Chalk also received airfare, hotel accommodation, and a per diem for Parker Seminars Las Vegas, where he is joining Dr. Mancini on stage for the opening session.
"As a student, we might think Parker's making some things harder," said Chalk. "I see now that all of the changes and advancements Parker is making - it's all about making the students a better chiropractor."
Dr. Mancini and Chalk met at day's end for dinner and to discuss their respective experiences. "This was amazing for me," said Dr. Mancini. "This day has been one of the best days I have had as president at Parker, one that I know will help me be a better president and a better leader."
