Thoughts, Projects, & Presentations

Let me just say that this class has truly been eye opening.  Walking into this class on the first day I had no clue what to expect.  It was a completely different style, and I am not one in favor of drastic changes.  However, I have to say that this class has been an amazing experience in several different ways.

Project H:

Wow, talk about an experience.  At the beginning of the semester this group set out to interview homeless individuals to better understand what they need.  Let me say that 'saying we are going to do it', and actually 'doing it' are two different things.  I was very nervous to start up my interview, but so glad that I did.  Not to get too researchy, but I loooovvvee qualitative data so much more than quantitative.  Sure we get statistics and percentages, but without these personal stories, I feel like we are missing a big piece of the puzzle.  I learned so much from 'Edge' and Angel House, and from my other group members' experiences.  The homeless population is an issue I know exists, but I have never really felt that passionate about until now.
We are all individuals on this planet trying to survive, some with more difficulty than others.  I feel like the media plays a large role in stigmas and stereotypes, and I hope to one day break free of these false images and see all people who for they truly are.

Thanks to my groupies and hope to see y'all in my classes next semester!

Presentations:
Getting to see what everyone has been working on this semester is exciting!  I can't wait to see next week's presentations as well.  It's great to see what others are passionate about and what outcomes come about when people put their minds together.  After work Activism was awesome, I feel like a group like this can easily get people talking on so many different social justice issues.  The action plans that the other groups had were great as well.  If some of them actually take off from more than a 'plan', then I would definetely like to get more involved!


What will I do about problems that I feel most passionate about?
Johnson in 131 of Adams:
1. Acknowledge that a problem exists.
2. Pay Attention.
3. Learn to Listen.
4. Do Something.