Welcome to the Wildcat Way

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Okay, everyone let’s head over to Central School of Education. There, we’re gonna hear from Danielle, a soon to be history teacher. She’s gonna tell us about something called, the Wildcat way, and now it helped her find her people, and shape her as a person. Take it away. Danielle.

– Thanks for the introduction, Alex. For as long as I can remember, I wanted to be a high school history teacher. I have a passion for history, and I really wanna share that with others. I had heard a lot about Central’s teaching program from my high school teachers, as a lot of them actually graduated from here. Coming to college, I was unbelievably nervous to start this new chapter. Leaving home can be really difficult. However, within my first week in Ellensburg, all of those feelings were gone. I was introduced to so many individuals, from different backgrounds, majors, and interests, and all of them welcomed me to campus with a smile, and a helping hand. I started out as an anxious freshman, and before I knew it, I was active in the clubs, attending football games, and even going on hikes with the entire history department. I even became a club officer of the senior cosplay club. Central provides a culture that is open and inclusive to all. Anywhere you go on campus, whether it’s your residence hall, a classroom or student group, you’re bound to find your people, and feel like you belong. We follow something called, the Wildcat way here at Central. It’s how we fellow Wildcats treat each other, and the people around us. One of the most important parts of wild cat way, is to be welcoming to all. No matter where you are in your academic journey, you’re going to have someone by your side. Now, as a wild cat ambassador, I get to welcome future wild cats to campus, and introduce them to a school I love, providing them the same inviting experience that I received. These are some of my best times, I’ve made some amazing friends, and I’ve learned some important skills that have prepared me for the future. The Wildcat way, is definitely something that I will take with me throughout my entire life. Thanks Central, for making me feel like I belong. Back to you, Alex.

– Thank you for telling us about what makes this campus so special Danielle, and how easy it is to feel like you belong. I’m sure others will agree. There’s nothing better than feeling welcomed when you’re somewhere new. Nice work, take care.