Daren McCurdy

Hometown: Erie, PA

Fall 2014 - Spring 2016

Currently Resides In: Tallahassee, FL

MS International Affairs

Critical Language Scholarship

https://ogfa.fsu.edu/never-stop-learning-improve-every-day

Current Job/Occupation

Two jobs:

Unhoused Humanity

Executive Director

Our mission is to help people experiencing homelessness transition into permanent housing. As the Executive Director, it is my job to secure funding, manage the organization, set the vision, and serve as the outward face of the organization.

First Commerce Credit Union

Innovation Analyst

I analyze operations at the credit union to streamline processes. I also design and develop new innovations to shepherd the organization forward.

Educational/Professional Background

Daren grew up in Erie, PA, spending much of his childhood living with his grandfather, a former police captain. Instilling a firm sense of social responsibility in him, his grandfather taught him that the most important thing in life is to care for other people, especially those in need. While he always knew that he wanted to make a lasting impact on the world, he didn’t know how, and instead spent much of his days whittling away his time playing video games and watching T.V.

Experience as A Member of The Fellows Society

I honestly came late to the party. I didn't find out about the Fellow Society until after I graduated. I would love to figure out more ways to engage current students with alumni.