Reflections from Mean: A CS Social Work Student

I can’t believe how fast the end of the semester is coming! It really hit me once I booked my plane reservation for California. With the end nearing, I’ll be starting to turn over my current case managements to other staff before my last day next week.

It’s a bittersweet feeling because I’ve really enjoyed working with my clients, but I know they will be in great hands with the other case managers. The end also makes me reflect on how much I value my teammates and all the support and guidance they’ve given to me throughout the semester. I also value my supervisor because she’s been a great mentor to me and has helped me become more independent and confident in my work.


In terms of this past week, I was quite busy because I was working on my Social Work Seminar final which I finally presented today! It feels so relieving to be done, and now I can focus on getting more sleep. The next big project is my final for the Arts in the City course. I’ve chosen to make a video of my time during the semester which I’m so excited to be sharing to my class. Creating art through video making and incorporating music has always been something I’ve loved, so I hope my classmates and teacher can connect to parts of the video and enjoy the final production.

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