Well folk's... university is nearly over (one class to go), and this whole situation is so bitter sweet. I am so excited to go begin my world travels, yet I am so sad to leave a place I have called "home" for the past four years. As I look back to how much I have grown in the past four years I realize how much I have changed. First off I nearly have a degree, I suppose that means I am smarter and that I know how to "do school," ergo write exams, write papers and reflect. When living in residence learning goes beyond the classroom, I learned what it means to be a part of a community, how to live with 27 other people, how many people can fit in a residence room, learn how to deal with situations where mom or dad can't help, how to budget life, about various university events at The Owl, about student organizations and most importantly how to critically engage with the world around me and question information presented to me.
My trip to Peru will open my eyes, challenge my thoughts and outlook on life and hopefully allow me to be a role model for my students, like my past instructors have been for me. I know I can not help everyone, but even if I make a positive difference in someones life I'll be happy. :)
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