Applying for the Transforming Youth Through Travel Scholarship was one of the most amazing
experiences of my young life. I was able to learn and develop qualities about
myself that will help me in my future. Even before I left, I learned so much
from the application process itself. I had to learn to work in a timely
manner, interview for a position, interact with people from all ages and
backgrounds. I had to study and read comprehensive material and be able to have
an educated discussion about the texts I read. I even had to formulate question
ahead of time for the docents before our trip. The prep classes helped me understand the
history of Rome so much better by interacting in a conversation about it.
This process also showed me that if you work hard enough for something
and persevere through any obstacles, you will achieve your own success.
Before I went on this trip to Rome and Naples I only saw my country's beliefs and culture but going to different country made me realize how different America is from Italy. Italy is a vast, warm, friendly, and strangely organic place. To experience so much history in one country is astounding, overwhelming, but a blessing to witness.
It made me want to travel throughout college and my adult life to experience more adventures in other countries and learn about their culture. And when I came back, having to create a project to describe my experience taught me even more skills. I learned how to use Final Cut Pro, and work on an Apple Computer which is complex on it’s own. In short, I gained so much from this scholarship and it was a great experience to cap my senior year. It is something I will never forget.
Before I went on this trip to Rome and Naples I only saw my country's beliefs and culture but going to different country made me realize how different America is from Italy. Italy is a vast, warm, friendly, and strangely organic place. To experience so much history in one country is astounding, overwhelming, but a blessing to witness.
This trip transformed me.
It made me want to travel throughout college and my adult life to experience more adventures in other countries and learn about their culture. And when I came back, having to create a project to describe my experience taught me even more skills. I learned how to use Final Cut Pro, and work on an Apple Computer which is complex on it’s own. In short, I gained so much from this scholarship and it was a great experience to cap my senior year. It is something I will never forget.
If you know of a student
who is willing to work hard and that is professional yet personable person, I
highly recommend you to encourage them to apply, just like my fellow teachers
encouraged me. tell them to watch my video to see the work that goes into this
beautiful opportunity.
Thank You. Myriah Catalano
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