Today, I had the pleasure of seeing one of my favorite professors from my undergraduate university, Concordia.
Dr Cheryl Williams can be credited with propelling my love for travel and adventure to a whole new level, when I joined her on a trip in 2001 to the Amazon rainforest in Suriname. She is one of those professors who changes your life and perspective, and has been doing so for hundreds of students over the years. Cheryl is currently in Paris with a group of students and faculty members for a 2 week cultural course, and I was lucky enough to have her visit me today at the OECD, along with several students and the Director of Concordia's career services. It was SO lovely to see Cheryl again (after 11 years!). And on top of that, I got to talk with two smart young ladies who are just setting out on their professional journeys, and who have so much life ahead of them. I haven't reflected very often on how I got to this point in my career, to be honest; but it was so rewarding to share a small part my story with them - both the ups and the downs - along with a few things I wish someone had told me when I was their age. Let's face it. The professional world is still tough for women. Today reminded me how much we need to support one another, and encourage younger generations of women to passionately pursue their dreams. Nothing is handed to us.
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CS
6/22/2014 03:54:36 pm
I would love to hear the things you wish someone had told you at that age...
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