DINÉ COLLEGE ALUMNI PROFILE: Kyle Curry Wilson,
Fall 2024 Alumni
Diné College Alumnus Overcomes Challenges, Inspires Fellow Graduates
Tsaile, Ariz., Kyle Curry Wilson, a recent Diné College graduate, has shared an inspiring story of perseverance and success, offering hope to fellow alums and soon-to-be graduates. Wilson, who earned her Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees in December 2024, exemplifies resilience in the face of setbacks, ultimately finding opportunities that aligned with her skills and values.
After graduating, Wilson returned to Tuba City with the goal of serving her community through positions within the Navajo Nation government, where she had previously worked. However, despite a clear plan and confident interview performance, multiple job applications did not yield the results she had hoped.
“The disappointment hit hard,” Wilson said, reflecting on that period. “I reached out to programs for feedback, but the silence could have broken me. Instead, I chose to keep moving forward.”
Determined to pivot, Wilson applied to the Master of Science in Addiction Counseling program at Grand Canyon University and began courses in June 2025. Shortly after, she accepted a lower-paying position, focusing on skill-building and community contribution despite the discouraging circumstances.
This path wasn’t smooth, but her perseverance paid off. Almost immediately, she received an offer from a new company at a pay rate that better reflected her experience. Soon after, without applying, Wilson was recruited for another role within the same organization. Her confidence was reinvigorated as organizations recognized her value and expertise.
Wilson also received an offer from a tribal program she had previously dreamed of joining, but opted not to accept after realizing she was already thriving as another organization’s top choice.
“I share this story because I want others to know the path isn’t always straightforward,” she said. “The job you envision may not come right away, but that doesn’t mean you’ve failed.”
Wilson’s message to other graduates is one of encouragement and resilience. “You’ve already proven your strength and resilience by earning your degree. If your plan isn’t working, take a step back, breathe, re-evaluate, and dive back in. The right opportunity will find you. Keep going. Your journey is just beginning,” she emphasized.
