My second fall at Connecticut College has been busy, but amazing. I came into this year ready to solidify my Majors, and apply for what Conn calls “Integrative Pathways”. Last Spring I declared my Major in Dance and this Fall I decided on my second Major called American Studies, an interdisciplinary major that will allow me to study Government, Psychology, and Environmental Studies. I was also accepted into the Social Justice and Sustainability Pathway where I will explore issues I am passionate about by intentionally combining interdisciplinary coursework with off-campus learning experiences, and work with faculty and advisers to develop an animating question that is meaningful to me. I look forward to beginning my Thematic Inquiry course for the Social Justice and Sustainability Pathway and building deeper relationships with Social Justice Organizations in New London. I worked on developing the Sunrise Movement Chapter (a climate justice organization) on campus and organizing events for that. I was also in two dance concerts, one for Dance Club where I choreographed a piece, as well as performed, and the most recent Department Concert. I had the opportunity to work with David Dorfman and also Guest Artist Ronald K. Brown of Evidence Dance Company. This was such an incredible experience learning from such an icon in the dance world. The piece we learned and performed was originally set on the Alvin Ailey Company, so there was a lot of pressure, but their guidance, wisdom, and support were valuable and I wouldn’t change that experience for the world. I have also begun planning my application for studying abroad next fall, hopefully in Copenhagen or London based on the programs I have found. I have taken many valuable courses, learned and grown boundlessly, found so much joy, and built so many important relationships at Connecticut College so far. I cannot wait to continue. I could not have done this without MVYouth. The support has meant so much to my family and me, and I cannot thank MVYouth enough. I am forever grateful.