Author Archives: Adrian

The direct stakeholders are the residents of Florida’s 9th Congressional District, especially communities that have historically been underrepresented, such as Latino, Black, and immigrant groups. Congressman Darren Soto and his staff are also key stakeholders, since they’re the ones responsible for listening to these constituents and acting on their concerns in Washington. Indirect stakeholders includeContinue reading “People, Perspective, Me”

My community based interest this summer is environmental justice. I want to learn more about how climate research and urban design can intersect to create more resilient cities. Social activism is a fundamental aspect of environmental justice and sustainability, so I think identifying what role I can play to support these causes will be helpful.Continue reading “People, Perspective, Me”

Through my participation in the Clinical Assistant Program (CAP) and my volunteer work at Big Bend Hospice this summer, I’ve developed a deeper understanding of patient care that extends beyond what can be learned from textbooks. Improving access to patient-centered, compassionate healthcare for underprivileged populations is the primary focus of my study. Based on myContinue reading “Finding My Role in a Complex System  “

This summer I am spending my time working on an excavation site in the Tuscan regions of Italy, excavating Roman and Etruscan materials. Additionally, I will spend time researching the connection between religious arts and artifacts of the Roman and Byzantine times and the connections they hold with the Christian communities of Italy. Italy isContinue reading “People, Perspectives and Me: Churches vs Tourism in Italy.”

My summer experience is based in an orthopedic hospital where I am interning and working with orthopedic doctors. The direct stakeholders in this type of environment are the physicians and hospitals surrounding the local area. This is because these are actively involved in the decision making and success of orthopedic care and work. The goalContinue reading “People, Perspective, Me”

As my Sustainability Fellow project – “Governance Structures in Resilience Collaboratives,” in partnership with the Apalachee Regional Planning Council – has progressed, I’ve begun to reflect on and clarify my role in advancing the project’s goal: creating a sustainable resilience collaborative for the Apalachee region. These conclusions have been shaped by the stakeholders I amContinue reading “Finding My Role In Resilience Governance”

I’ve found myself playing two very different parts in the same bigger story. During some days, I’m an Early Childhood Teacher at Elements of Learning, helping toddlers learn how to navigate the world around them. Other days, I shift to my role as an Operations Intern at the International Rescue Committee (IRC), supporting families whoContinue reading “People, Perspective, Me”

I have always found meaning in the details, from quiet observations to individual stories and small moments that often go unnoticed. But this summer has challenged me to shift my perspective. As I begin my research on childhood opportunity disparities with Children’s National Hospital, I am learning to take a step back and view theContinue reading “People, Perspectives, Me”

To positively affect the world, one must first start at the smallest step and work their way up. Like a Russian nesting doll, you gotta start with yourself, opening to your inner circle, then your community, and then the world. Personally, just being in a habit is what positively contributes to my growth. I needContinue reading “Mapping My Impact Through Self-Habit (Something is bigger than Nothing)”

I feel like I take care of myself by prioritizing my happiness. Eating well and eating what I like, working out by doing exercises I enjoy, slow mornings, taking my time to get ready, doing my skin care and shower routine, taking things one step at a step at a pace that feels right, spendingContinue reading “Mapping My Impact”