I do not know how the weather has been around where you are dear reader. Here in Maine it has been extremely beautiful. All the tours that I have given so far have been on gorgeous sunny days. Yesterday and today has been rainy, which honestly I do not mind because the flowers need hydration as well.
So what has been going on at Unity? The lucky students that were in Costa Rica are back. Professor Emma Creaser took her Marine Ecology class to study the biodiversity at the Drake Bay or like they would call it in Costa Rica, la bahia Drake. They encountered many obstacles, like running out of OREO’s. For those of you who have never left the country, that is a big deal.
They attended la Universidad de Costa Rica, where a professor there talked about the biodiversity and environmental history of Costa Rica. They went out and identified lots of organism out there near the beach and jungle. They also had the chance to experience yummy Spanish food. We do hands on work all year, then more hands on work and to top that off in a beautiful country. I must say Unity College is a one of a kind school.
Last week I was able to meet the candidates that have applied to work as the Director of Student Activities/Assistant to the Director of Residence Life. The hiring committee has a tough choice to make. They were all highly qualified for that position and were great candidates. This is another aspect of Unity College that I enjoy. Students are encouraged to be active participants, either in a committee or meeting potential faculty and staff.
Student Activities is where all student events are planned, designed, and coordinated. Mike D. was our Student Activities Director; he was responsible for all the bands, coffee houses, game nights, and not to forget my favorite Karaoke. He did a great job! He felt it was time to give someone else a chance for some new idea’s. Mike is currently opening a music store. We wish him the best of luck and he will be missed dearly.
More Unity College students are starting internships. Rory just started his internship in Ohio at a zoo. I quote him as he says on Facebook that it is ’Way different than his last internship. Excitement is building.’
Well, what about our recent graduates? Melinda an aquaculture and fisheries graduate is working for the Department of Marine Resources in Hallowell, Maine. While some have started working some are taking a break to do other things, like Shorty and Jen. Shorty and Jen who also graduated this year are starting to hike the Appalachian Trail (AT). This trail extends through Maine down to Georgia and approximately takes six months to hike.
Keep emailing me at rayala07@unity.edu. I would love to hear about your experiences!
Safe travels,
Rosie
