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Philip Kent

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • Guitar

Reading

  • Humanities

I read books multiple times a week.

Bio

I was born in a refugee camp and eventually migrated to the U.S., where I later joined the Air Force. I served in Security Forces and had the chance to travel, work, and learn from people all over the world. That experience taught me a lot about life, responsibility, and finding peace in the small things. Now I’m studying Cabinetmaking at MATC. I really enjoy working with my hands, playing guitar, and figuring out simple ways to make everyday life better. I think woodworking is one of the most useful and universal skills — everyone needs good furniture, kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces that feel like home. My goal is to use these skills to help others and build a good life, debt-free and hands-on.

Education

Milwaukee Area Technical College

Trade School

2025 – 2026

Majors:
  • Woodworking

National American University-Ellsworth AFB Extension

Associate's degree program

2020 – 2021

Majors:
  • Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Trade School
Graduate schools of interest:
Berklee College of Music
Majors of interest:
Woodworking
Medical school interest:
No

Career

  • Patrolman

    Law Enforcement · US Airforce Security Force

    Jan 2019 – Jan 2025

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Skilled Trades
Work experience:
5 years
Has nursing license:
No

Military

Branch of interest:
Air Force

Future Interests

  • Volunteering
  • Entrepreneurship
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