Alondra: United States: Aug 01, 2022

Good morning from the US!

I would like to share that during my time in my University's scholarship organization, FOCUS, I have amazing work experience in terms of working with many people from different backgrounds. I earned many skills such as being able to speak in front of a classroom of students whilst proctoring a lesson plan made by myself and other mentors. Along with presentation and public speaking skills, I have also been able to develop my interpersonal abilities by having individual meetings with students in being updated on their academic work and university life. I have also been a part of the planning committee, hence making arrangements for events creating a welcoming community for first-generation students. I also feel my time put into my animation projects during my undergrad career made me very efficient as a in communication and time-management. During my most recent project, I was put as a senior lead for other sophomores and juniors, new to the work flow of creating an animation short. As a result of this, I was given the opportunity to teach and guide my team members into creating a successful project.
I also would like to note that I have just returned from a student exchange program as a student attending Soonchunghyang University. During my time in Korea, I was involved in a wonderful opportunity in networking with Korean University students that were interested in learning English. Being able to take on a new perspective for communication, I strongly believe I learned a great deal from the students I was connected with as we shared language and culture with each other. This program also lead to my love and respect for the country of Korea.
Overall, I believe my background has molded me into a very patient, organized, and empathetic individual that is motivated in being involved in a greater, fulfilling cause such as this position.