My spring 2024 semester provided me with the opportunity to expand my skills and experiences in ways that will be invaluable in my future career. One highlight was Literature and Education, a course taught by Professor Jenny Adams, which allowed me to develop practical teaching skills such as lesson planning, activity building, and assignment drafting. I particularly enjoyed implementing my lesson plans while teaching a class, as it gave me hands-on experience. The course also emphasized the importance of community building, enabling my classmates and me to collaborate and exchange ideas on how to enhance the classroom experience in future teaching roles. Another standout class was Personality Psychology, taught by Professor John Bickford. His engaging and enriching teaching style made the course both enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Overall, this semester gave me the chance to build a strong foundation for my senior year while also appreciating the beauty of Amherst in the spring. Returning to UMass in the fall for my final year was bittersweet. During this semester, I focused on completing the requirements for my major and minor, as well as finishing the courses needed for my TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificate. Alongside academics, I made it a priority to create lasting memories at UMass. I regularly attended sports games, participated in campus events, and engaged in club activities, making the most of my remaining time on campus. As I look ahead to my final semester, I feel both excitement and nostalgia. While I’m eager to wrap up my experience at UMass, I’m also anticipating the bittersweet emotions that graduation will bring. I am deeply grateful for the support I’ve received from the donors and the MVYouth organization, which has played an essential role in making this journey possible.