Category Archives: Global Scholars

Throughout my fellowship with student PIRGS, I’ve worked alongside students from various backgrounds, academic disciplines, and experiences, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose. We are a team driven by the belief that education should be accessible to all, and this collective mindset creates a strong sense of community among us. I’ve learned thatContinue reading “Fostering Community Through Shared Goals”

Engaging in positive experiences, such as volunteering and actively participating in community events, has deeply enriched my sense of belonging and connection to the community. Through these experiences, I have developed a profound appreciation for the collective efforts of my community in caring for one another and our environment. Volunteering has fueled my passion toContinue reading “Community”

Since moving to this small beach community, I have observed two prominent areas where solidarity is notably strong: beach conservation and addressing hunger. Living in such a close-knit community fosters a sense of responsibility among its members to support and assist one another. This collective mindset has facilitated the success of organizations like BEAM, whichContinue reading “Solidarity”

Currently, I have successfully completed my CNA training and my focus is primarily on volunteering, studying, and adhering to my usual summer work schedule. My daily routine varies depending on the specific activities planned for the day. During the days dedicated to CNA training, I would attend the training program from 8 am to 2Continue reading “Routine”

A noticeable social disparity that has caught my attention in my community revolves around the insufficient support provided to single-parent households and families with disabled children. Currently, I volunteer at a food pantry that is supplied by donations and the affiliated garden. Families visit the pantry and select items that align with their dietary needsContinue reading “Structural Inequalities”

Adjusting to my summer experience has been relatively easy since I’m still in my hometown. I haven’t encountered many challenges in terms of establishing a routine and feeling comfortable. However, managing my diverse range of activities alongside my regular work schedule can be demanding. I work part-time at a women’s boutique, frequently babysit, and i’mContinue reading “Settling In”

I just finished week 5 of my TEFL program. Tt’s crazy to think there’s only two weeks left, time goes by so fast. I tutored 3 times again this week, and I think there is a fast learning curve because I already feel a lot more confident during my lessons. I think preparation is key.Continue reading “Finishing the TEFL Program :)”

Since my summer experience is in Tallahassee, I don’t exactly feel like I have joined a new community. However, I do feel like I’ve seen a different side of the community throughout my internship. Listening to clients and reading about the different cases has changed the way I see my community and the people IContinue reading “Community-Based Action”

Ever since joining Second Harvest and becoming an active volunteer, I do feel a different side of Tallahassee that I never seen or realized that is around. Despite Second Harvest being a small location and secular, it feels that it has its own environment. I believe that I feel this way because of the peopleContinue reading “Joining a New Side of Tallahassee”

Working with the IRC has given me a new perspective in the ways community members show solidarity to one another. Many of us express solidarity to others as individuals, but there’s an interesting component to it when NGOs or big parts of a community partake in them. This week, I attended a conference centered onContinue reading “Solidarity in the Community”