Japanese Public School
After the year abroad, I came home and went back to middle and high school in Virginia. I threw myself into soccer and school, and next thing I knew I was graduating high school and heading up to Cornell University to play soccer. I was ecstatic to start this new journey, but within a month of being at college I had a knee injury that sidelined my competitive soccer career. I had to reevaluate myself, and take a hard look at what I wanted out of my college experience.
I had always loved music, and found that Georgetown University had a new program in American Musical Culture. I decided that it was time to pivot and refocus my goal to music, and after my Freshman year at Cornell, I transferred to Georgetown.
I had an incredible experience at Georgetown, and upon graduation I thought about trying to pursue a career in music. However, as I explored the industry I realized I was equally drawn to the business side as I was to the performance side. As a creative and curious problem solver, I knew it was time to pivot once again, so I set out to learn as much about business as I could--which is why I couldn't be happier to be part of Master's of Business Analysis Program at Catholic University!
You have undergone so many abrupt changes in your life! I don't know if I would have been able to adapt well to all of them as you have, but you have made the most out of each change and let it shape who you are as a person. This really shows you are versatile and flexible on so many levels, and will help you become successful when you begin your career.
ReplyDeleteMy best friend spent elementary school stationed in Japan, she enjoyed the experience and still keeps in touch with some of her friends there. I love Georgetown, and graduated high school with the intention of being a music major. So I can relate, however I have never been very athletic.
ReplyDeleteI have no doubt the many pivotal moments you've had in your life had help you become an adaptable person. Also I lived in Japan also, not quite a year though and I totally went willingly and enthusiastically as a teenager. I love the country side outside of Kyoto. Do you recall your favorite memory about leaving in Japan?
ReplyDeleteI am truly inspired by your positive outlook on the challenges that you have faced in your life. I really can't imagine what it would be like to begin playing D1 sports, something that is truly an accomplishment in itself, only to become injured so early on. Your post expressed your ability to refocus when necessary and make the best out of whatever life throws at you - two abilities which will undoubtedly serve you in the work place!
ReplyDeleteOne of the rare skills in life is overcoming adversity. You've shown that throughout your life: not just overcoming adversity but shining through it. Your life experiences have definitely taught you a lot and as you continue, I am sure you will continue to draw on these past experiences for inspiration and support. Good job.
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