Urban Planning: A voice for those unheard
Working for an affordable housing director, I heard stories, many from first generation immigrants about public transportation issues.
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Dana Rubin ’12
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Working for an affordable housing director, I heard stories, many from first generation immigrants about public transportation issues.
My junior-year summer internship was a large part of why I was able to find a great job so quickly following graduation.
My education and internships paved the path to a better understanding of my research interests and professional aspirations.
My chemistry background was integral to the work done during that summer since an extensive knowledge of chemistry is needed to follow the major tenets of proper conservation procedure, which are: never do something which cannot be undone, and preserve as much of the original object as possible.
Lab work taught me to think analytically, seek out new opportunities, and recognize challenges as important learning experiences.
“At Mount Holyoke, I learned that wherever I am, if I have passion for what I’m doing, I have the power to foster the things I care about most.”
While in graduate school, I began to combine my love of dance and medicine through an internship with Boston Ballet.
They can say no, and from the start, I relied on my love of Dance.
In particular, I consider that the rigorous and yet "out-of-the-box" training, that I received from the exceptional faculty in the chemistry, biochemistry and biology departments at Mount Holyoke, provided me with a strong scientific foundation on which to build an exciting and rewarding career.
Finding a rewarding career path after an unexpected beginning.