The diversity of cultures needs to be better understood and explored in our society. The Florence exchange, similarly, will allow me to experience a new and different culture while meeting new people and continuing my studies in Art History and Italian. This too has taught me about other cultures and more about my own through my students differing cultural experiences and views. As their teacher and friend, I also strive to erase the stereotypes and barriers that foreigners place on Americans and vice-versa to make my students transition to living in America a positive experience. Pursuing my interest in film making is my ultimate aspiration.
Film is a career field unfortunately dominated by men.
I plan to help break these barriers to convey my own ideas and opinions through film. My first documentary was on abuse towards women and children. I am part of the Women's Circle, a forum for discussing our feelings as women and acting rationally and organized upon them. Right now, I am part of the film committee that is organizing a month-long Women's Film Festival to recognize the film works of women producers, directors, and actresses. I am currently doing an internship with the Head of Human Services, Dr. Gladys Brown, who runs all the Diversity Programs on campus.