Hi- My name is Gina Garcia and I'm currently a senior at ASU.
My areas of concentration are sociology and religion. Many people
who know me are surprised when I tell them that because I've always
wanted to be a teacher. After a few years of switching majors all across
the board I seemed to be the most interested and motivated by these two
concentrations. I plan on going on to teach third grade in the future but
would like to explore some other options for awhile first!
My internship is at a place called Future for Kids which is a non-profit organization
developed to help raise fundraising and create mentorships for at-risk youth here
in the valley. I will be helping develop different fundraising programs as well as be
working with kids face-to-face and teaching a class for them once a week. I look forward
to hearing about everyone's experiences
Hi Gina,
ReplyDeleteHi Gina,
It sounds like working with Future for Kids is going to be a good internship for you that will provide you with both teaching experience and also experience working with a non-profit. I look forward to hearing more about your internship as the semester progresses.
--Jessica
Hi Gina,
ReplyDeleteI completely understand how it is to switch from major to major. I had the same experiences my first few semesters at ASU. However, I believe that it takes a while to figure who you are and what you want to study- so taking a variety of courses and/or changing your major helps you discover yourself.
Your choice in concentrations are interesting as well. I loved taking Religion courses because they tell so much about history and how the world has been shaped.
Your applied study sounds rewarding as well since your working with children and putting them in a better environment. It will be interesting to learn of your experiences during your internship.
Hi Gina,
ReplyDeleteI'm right there with you, I have changed majors plenty of times. That's why I love this major because you can learn from 2 of the areas that interest you instead of just one. I have taken religion class too, and find them very interesting. Your applied study site sounds like it's the perfect place for you, I hope that it works out well for you.
Gina,
ReplyDeleteWow! Seems like we have a lot in common. My name is Krystal Duke and my concentrations are Sociology and Communication. For my internship I am working with the preschool on campus. What is the age group of kids you have been working with? I would love to hear about your experience in having to teach a class every week. That must be exciting and stressful at the same time. Well good luck with everything and I look forward to reading about your process!