Three weeks at AYA already…unbelievable! My third week at AYA just finished in the blink of an eye. I still feel as though I came in only a couple of days ago. I still can’t believe my time at AYA is passing this quickly. I still feel as though there’s much more to learn about …
Category Archives: Reflections2024
Unforgettable Campus Independence and Inspirational Encounters at AYA
Week 3! I can’t believe it’s already been three weeks. I’m not ready for the program to end, but I’m so glad I was able to attend. I’ve had an incredible time here, and it has boosted my confidence in speaking with others. Usually, I stick to the same group of people, but this program …
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Imagination Through Choreography, Culture, and Civic Engagement
“1…2…3…” I pause the music. “Let’s try again”. While I smile reassuringly, I struggle with finding the balance of not coming off as assertive and critical, but still pushing the dancers to their fullest potential. I struggled to compose the students into synchronized performance. Choreographing a piece for the Munchyan Dance Center’s cultural event for …
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LinkedIn & Alumni For My Third Week
Our third week began with seeing our headshots taken from the previous week by our COMMS Professor. Since the pictures were accessible, I downloaded the one I preferred and began to create my LinkedIn. I have no previous experience with LinkIn, so I had many questions about its uses. However, my questions were answered later …
Reflections and Growing Connections
We’ve already completed the third week of the Annenberg Youth Academy program! This third week has been packed with learning opportunities and fun activities, which I’ll highlight in today’s blog. I’ve gained more confidence and was able to adventure through the campus more. The hot weather felt like it was at its peak this week, …
A never wanting to end journey
Already done with week 3. There is just one more week left. As this week went by, I realized how much I didn’t want this program to end. Each day I spent at the program felt like a new journey filled with learning and growth. I am grateful for the experiences and connections I have …
Will it ever change?
This was my third week at AYA, with one more left. I am not excited about the program coming to an end. This was the first time I had ever felt independent; I made new friends and became more comfortable talking in front of new people. I just wish it was a little longer so …
Third times the Charm
I missed the second week of Aya. I had to get my wisdom teeth removed so I had to take time to recover as my Jaw was extremely swollen and it was hard for me to speak. I was there on Monday but I had to leave thirty minutes early in order to get X-rays …
The Colors of Connection
It’s already the third week of AYA. Time is going by too fast. I wake up each morning excited to meet my AYA friends. Being in this group already feels like being part of a family. These three wonderful weeks at AYA have been filled with joy, learning, and connection. As the weather grows hotter …
To all the schools I’ve loved before
This short lived time period concluded the 3rd week at AYA. Time has gone so fast, this program has gone so fast. Words cannot explain how sad yet proud I am of this amazing opportunity coming to an end. This week we focus on more of an action discussion rather than a talking session. We …
Communicating Change 