Wow! I can say that I never stop being amazed at all the amazing opportunities that present themselves here at HWS. Last week I was fortunate enough to attend a lecture from an alumnus who was speaking on ethics. It was incredible to see the passion this man had for this topic and for instilling change in today's world. He really encouraged everyone to participate in the conversation and challenged the group. It was great to see someone who had graduated about forty years ago still coming back to give back.

Now while I enjoyed this first presentation, I just loved the next lecture I went to. Just this past Tuesday night, I was invited to President Gearan's house for dinner and a discussion with the director of the Peace Corps! It was amazing. I have been very interested in volunteering abroad since my work in the Galway Rape Crisis Center while I studied abroad in Ireland (last year), so to have this opportunity to meet this man was just incredible! After presenting in this small, intimate setting, the director then spoke in an open lecture. He shared his experiences in the Peace Corps and discussed HWS involvement over the years in the Peace Corps. It was a truly unique experience!

Well, I hope everyone is enjoying the fall weather, I’m off to lacrosse practice!