Growth and Transformation with Jessica

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Okay, everyone. Let’s now head over to the design buildings at ASU. Jessica Hollock is a senior studying architecture here, and she’s excited to share with everyone what a growth mindset is all about at Arizona State University. Jessica, please take it away.

Hi, everyone. I’ve always had the desire to design and knew that ASU would be the one to help me find my niche. What I love about my experience so far is to be able to grow into the person I am today and the amazing relationships I’ve developed in this community. One of the things that everyone constantly experiences throughout their lifetime is growth. And at ASU growth, is something that they excel in teaching. From student-run organizations to professors, there are many people in the community who are here to root you on in this challenging stage of your life.

For me, knowing that this major can get difficult at times, it’s great to know that I have friends and faculty to lean on. I get advice from friends in the Latinx Student Architecture Organization, along with critiques from faculty like Marc Neveu. Knowing that it’s okay to fail is a key factor to succeeding here in the Design School at ASU. Our classwork consists of developing projects until we are confident in our outcomes. I have been able to create conducive study habits, a great work ethic, and a network beyond my expectations.

The biggest thing I love about my architecture major is the models we make. They are like no other. And I always get excited to put that last piece on. When I really get into a project, I never wanna stop until it’s done because I get so personally invested in it. Although it can be exhausting at times, when you’re over that hill and you can see the end, it’s one of the most relieving feelings ever. And anyone in the Design School can tell you that. Not only does my resilience show in my schoolwork, but also my social life. I was able to translate this passion of mine into a role in a student-run organization called the 942 Crew as the design committee chair. In this role, I am in charge of getting designs developed for everything graphics, assisting in marketing strategies, and organizing committee functions.

College has taught me more than just having a strong work ethic and having resilience in my schoolwork. It’s also taught me to go into every situation with a positive mindset and take every opportunity as a challenge. This means anything that comes my way in the future is unknown, yet anything is possible and I’m ready for it. Alex, back to you.

Jessica, Great job. Thank you for sharing your personal story and journey here. What you’re doing in the world of design is fascinating. Thanks again. Cheers, Jessica.