Canada Ah!

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Canada: The moose, the people, the maple syrup. What’s not to love? I was able to spend my first Ohio State fall break over the border in one of the coolest cities in North America. I was able to travel to Toronto, Ontario through the International Affairs Scholars Program to spend a few short but activity filled days seeing sights and learning about Canadian culture and politics. This being my first time in Canada, I was incredibly excited for all the touristy things like going to the CN tower, visiting Casa Loma, and exploring the never ending exhibits in the Royal Ontario Museum. However, my favorite parts of the trip were the events that weren’t planned. On or breaks I was able to explore the famous Yonge Street, swing dance for the first time, and experience the downtown underground PATH walkway system.

this visit was a taste for what Canada has to offer. I’ll be returning sometime in the near future.There’s no doubts a-boot it Hopefully again in the company of friends and with a  spirits of adventure.

Artifacts

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*left to right: Legislative Aide Jaehla, myself, Senator Vernon Sykes, Senior Legislative Aide Desmond, Senate Page Ashley*

This past Spring semester, I had the fortunate opportunity of being an intern for Senator Vernon Sykes, who represnets the 28th district of Ohio. Through this internship, I had direct contact with my home senator and the issues that impact the community I was born and raised in. From this experience, I have garnish new office skills, professionalisms, and a deeper understanding of the political process. I also made great friends with my coworkers and have been able to maintain our friendship outside of my being in the office.

Overall, this internship was an all encompassing and enriching experience that directly supliments my political science degree aspirations.