Hometown and Current town of residence: Akwesasne
Role at GardenShare: Spring Semester Intern from SUNY Potsdam
How long?: February – May 2024
Why I do what I do (at GardenShare): I enjoy working with GardenShare because the work is aligned with my own values; promoting our local food system increases the overall health and wellness within our communities; this is what motivates me to do the work that we do.
Role outside of GardenShare: Senior in the Public Health BA program at SUNY Potsdam. Head Coach of Women’s Hockey at SUNY Potsdam.
Most recent accomplishment: Being named Head Coach of Womens Hockey at SUNY Potsdam.
What has changed the most in your time in the North Country?: Learning more about the work that is being done to provide resources and support to people.
What's the hardest thing you've done or had to learn at GardenShare? The most difficult thing that I’ve had to do with GardenShare is keeping up with all of the good work that they do. GardenShare is a well fueled machine that is always running at full speed... being able to keep up with the amount of work that they do requires passion, stamina, and discipline... its been an amazing environment to bare witness to.
If you could do or be anything else, what would it be? Why? My dream life for as long as I can remember has always revolved around sport, community work, and movement. Working within SUNY Potsdam’s athletic department checks off all of the boxes for me, so I plan on continuing to build the Womens Hockey program and coaching.
Favorite song, book, or movie?: Favorite song – anything Beyonce.
If you could trade places with anyone for a week, who would it be? Why? Dawn Staley. She is an inspiration to athletes and coaches. She is authentic, carries herself with poise, respect, positivity and has great energy!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Passionate
What would I find in your refrigerator right now? Lots of hot sauce and salad dressings.
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