Although the weather makes me wants to stay inside all day with some hot chocolate and a dozen of blankets, my HES pals, Preston and Axumawite, and I decided to do a little adventuring around Columbus the Saturday of the 24th. Although our break was arguably still short, I made sure to fill it 
with lots of memories like this. And there’s nothing like some ice cream on an ice-y day like this. We went to the Jeni’s off high street to celebrate the game (of course). The free stickers, cute environment, and free samples made it all the worthwhile. It was a great experience to not only try some funky flavors, but sit down, relax, and talk about whatever was on our minds. It made me realize I haven’t taken that time for myself in awhile and we all plan to do it more often. I wouldn’t mind a trip back for the lavender ice cream anyway. All jokes aside, I’m genuinely grateful to have these people in my life. Humanitarian Engineering Scholars helped me interact with some amazing people who I would’ve missed out on otherwise. This program gave me two friends who I know will always support and care for me in these next years of college and in the future. Humanitarian Engineering has brought not only several friends who I can lean on, but also so many experiences-like and unlike this one- to keep me involved in the community. From volunteering to events such as the Mental Awareness Week Recess, I have felt at home here on campus besides having another home 20 minutes away.
Month: November 2018
Artifact #2
Community Service: Volunteer work is something I have always been involved in and enjoy doing. I have finally gotten back into volunteer work this semester after a long break to focus on schoolwork. Last month, I had the opportunity to volunteer with the organization Habitat for Humanity. I was both excited and nervous for this event as it is very different from the volunteer work I usually do. The most physical volunteering experience for me was at the most carrying around bags of gifts to deliver during the MFS Eid Toy Drive- and that is not saying much. I wasn’t sure how helpful I would be on this trip, but I found this experience really is something that anyone who isn’t afraid to get dirty can do! With our fashionable safety goggles and hard hats, we got right into working on a different job in the house. The supervisor was sure to check in on us and give us clear instructions on what to do. After a long process, I got to help install not one, but two doors on a house being built for a veteran. I can’t wait to attend more community service events where I can really get my hands dirty. I will for sure volunteer with Habitat for Humanity again, but hopefully it is warmer by then!