Community Engagement
Segment #14 from University of Utah
Transcript
From the learning abroad opportunities available on seven continents to the varied cuisine served up by food trucks on campus, this is truly a global place. And no one makes a stronger contribution to that feeling than the international students in the school community. Here’s a Minahil from Pakistan talking about why she chose The U.
– Hello. I am an international student from Pakistan. Since I come from a country with very low literacy rates, I’ve always been very passionate about my education. I chose The U because of its peaceful environment, distinctive beauty and amazing academic program. I’ve especially loved being an active member of the Bennion Center, a community engagement hub on campus. Not only has it allowed me to make lifelong friendships with diverse people, but has also offered me unique opportunities and life changing experiences. From doing Saturday service projects, like building cat shelters and making breakfast for the homeless to leading justice programs like alternative breaks and hosting student led awareness dialogues. There’s not much the Bennion community doesn’t do. With The U’s many partnerships and access to organizations, I’ve also been able to gain experience working as a volunteer with homeless patients at 43 clinic and as a counselor with cancer patients at Camp Hoby. Fun events hosted by the Residential Hall Association, like the Dreamscapes/Escape room event and the Neighborhood Night also enables students of differing majors and class standings to mingle with each other. I’ve learned so much in the two years I’ve been here and I can’t wait to see what this year has in store for me. I’m hoping to work with like-minded people wanting to make a long lasting change in this world, as well as getting to med school. Thanks for listening to my story, back to you, Alex.
– Amazing Minahil. I’m impressed that even as a busy pre-med student, you’ll put so much time and care into your work with the Bennion Center. Keep up that great work and thanks again for sharing that.