9/11 Reflection
September 11th, 2001. My mom lets me sit in her designated chair at the dining table. I am excited with this newfound power. She talks but I do not understand what she is saying. She tells me things might change and to go wash my hands before dinner. I exit, but listen in on her conversation with my dad, a sneaky practice I do all the time.
Dad: You think you won’t get much work now?
Mom: (in a firm, tone) Ned, it destroyed the industry.
In March, my mom was laid off from her position as an office manager of a travel agency. The agency closed its doors shortly after September 11th, 2001 as a result of the dramatic decline in business. I did not know it at the time, but my family would be tested by the impacts of the events that left America …show more content…
My mom and I rent a room in her family's house. While she looks for a full-time position in the public library system, it is extremely difficult to make ends meet with the current amount of work hours available.
December 13th, 2016. My parents file for divorce after a few years of separation. As a result, expenses are split unevenly. I receive several scholarships and grants to finance my tuition and I work part-time to pay for off-campus housing.
As a dual major in International Relations and Conflict Resolution, I hope to excel in the interdisciplinary field of international peace and security. My brother serves in the Army’s 101st Airborne Division. His potential involvement in otherwise dangerous situations fuelled my interests in foreign policy and conflict. As first generation college students, my brother and I have already exceeded my parent’s expectations; however, I have an intellectual curiosity and unique motivation to continue learning. Throughout my undergraduate career, I have explored multiple career paths. From geospatial intelligence to international law, I concluded I have numerous career interests. I hope interning abroad will clarify my professional goals. Certainly, my experience abroad will enhance specific skills such as adaptability and initiative useful in several career
Dad: You think you won’t get much work now?
Mom: (in a firm, tone) Ned, it destroyed the industry.
In March, my mom was laid off from her position as an office manager of a travel agency. The agency closed its doors shortly after September 11th, 2001 as a result of the dramatic decline in business. I did not know it at the time, but my family would be tested by the impacts of the events that left America …show more content…
My mom and I rent a room in her family's house. While she looks for a full-time position in the public library system, it is extremely difficult to make ends meet with the current amount of work hours available.
December 13th, 2016. My parents file for divorce after a few years of separation. As a result, expenses are split unevenly. I receive several scholarships and grants to finance my tuition and I work part-time to pay for off-campus housing.
As a dual major in International Relations and Conflict Resolution, I hope to excel in the interdisciplinary field of international peace and security. My brother serves in the Army’s 101st Airborne Division. His potential involvement in otherwise dangerous situations fuelled my interests in foreign policy and conflict. As first generation college students, my brother and I have already exceeded my parent’s expectations; however, I have an intellectual curiosity and unique motivation to continue learning. Throughout my undergraduate career, I have explored multiple career paths. From geospatial intelligence to international law, I concluded I have numerous career interests. I hope interning abroad will clarify my professional goals. Certainly, my experience abroad will enhance specific skills such as adaptability and initiative useful in several career