WORLD WE IMAGINE PART 1
A moment that recently stuck with me in this class was when Professor Hansen talked about the impact that JEP and other organizations around USC had on America Ferrera and her drive to help those in need. I think that the surrounding areas of USC are typically underserved. I feel that a strong way to help motivate them, would be to start a mentorship program for first-generation high school students around USC. A lot of these students could benefit from guidance when it comes to applying for college. As someone who’s been through it, I can offer real advice and encouragement. Students could volunteer once a week at a local school or community center, helping students with essays, FAFSA, or even just talking about what college life is like. Over time, I could grow this into a network of college student mentors who support younger students and help create a culture of possibility and success.
Hi Jack, I think your idea for a mentorship program is brilliant — it’s real and tangible, and you clearly have the personal experience to make a real impact. One way you could take the next step might be to think about how to structure the network long-term — maybe by partnering with existing programs like JEP or even starting a club at USC dedicated to mentoring. That way, even after you graduate, the mentorship could keep growing and helping more students. Love the heart behind your idea!
ReplyDeleteHi Jack, I think this is a great idea. At least when it comes to college, it is so nice having someone who knows the system and is able to guide you. I personally had my mom and my college counselor to help me and without them I don't know what I would have done. College students could do so much to help high school students.
ReplyDeleteHey Jack, I think your idea is great, especially within our community. The area around USC is definitely underserved, and a program to give those high school students a guide to college and how to get there would give them options they might not know they had. I think partnering with a mentorship program or club at USC would definitely work and help grow your vision.
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