Transformative Experiences at AYA: A Week of Envisionment

Week two at AYA was all about hands-on experiences. If I had to describe it in one word, it would be Envisionment. Walking into the Annenberg building on Monday, I felt excited and grateful like I was living a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. We were welcomed by Charlene Riofrio, Senior Manager of Digital Strategy and Operations at …

“What is your passion?” – Megan Telles

My first day at Annenberg Youth Academy felt short but impactful. We started class with a guest speaker, Megan Telles, a reporter and news anchor at KTLA 5. She asked us all what our passion was. My peers began sharing things like music, debate, talking to people, etc. I didn’t know how to articulate my …