Monday, July 15, 2013

erika bennett

I want to start off by expressing how excited I am to have the opportunity to go on this thrilling trip filled with new people, food, culture, and experiences. I am always looking for an exciting adventure; and, what better way to experience a different culture than through service!


To start out with a little about myself, I am currently a student at Virginia Polytechnic University going into my junior year, studying biochemistry. I love being a part of the Hokie nation. As part of the Hokie spirit, sports such as football and basketball play a huge role in my life. There is never a home game I will not attend. The intriguing fast paced thrill of the sport is probably why I am a big fan of skiing and snowboarding. Having family living outside of Boulder Colorado, you can guarantee that I find any excuse to hit the Rocky Mountains during ski season. 

Besides sports, music is another passion of mine. I have been a part of the Virginia Tech woman’s choir enjoy and many high school choirs, district choirs, and state choirs. I also enjoy going to musicals on Broadway such as The Phantom of the Opera and The Lion King. Music, for me, is very cathartic. There is nothing like playing the piano, the ukulele, singing or listening to the radio after a stressful day on campus. 

Whether it is my love for the beauty of nature like the mountains of Colorado, the exhilarating rush of sports like Hokie football, the healing sounds of music, or the excitement of gaining knowledge and experience, I cannot wait to contribute something as a team member and volunteer. 

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