Rachel L. Finkelstein, '12Major: Spanish Term Abroad in Seville, Spain (2010) Awards and Achievements: Dean’s List: (2008-2009, 2009-2010) RONALD K. AMIRAIAN (1980) MEMORIAL PRIZE (2011) - To a student of modern languages who has performed with distinction on a Union term abroad Consultant for the Ministry of Education for One Laptop Per Child in La Rioja, Argentina (June-August 2010) Instructor for inner city children at Los Amigos Spanish School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (June-August 2009) Club or Student Organizations: Spanish Club (Vice President, 2010-11) |
Taken at the Joaquín González Laptop Deployment in La Rioja in Argentina (2010) with President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner (left) |
Statement: "Without having a solid understanding of the many different aspects of life, no person will be able to maximize their experiences and completely appreciate the wonder and excitement that this world has to offer. Having had the opportunity to study abroad in Seville, Spain and having worked in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Honduras with various Latin American organizations, I have matured and developed a more diverse and enlightened outlook on life. These experiences, along with my excellent education and foundation at Union College, have provided me with the proper tools and skills necessary to succeed in the future. I look forward to expanding and building upon the opportunities that I have been given and it is without a doubt that I plan to use Spanish in the near future in either International Business or Education."