Social Entrepreneur Self-Reflection and Comments Cyber-Assignment
Assignment: Reflect on what worked well and what you learned from this second presentation. Comment on the strengths of the student presentations you observed.
Include these reflection(s) and peer comment in your Social Entrepreneur section of the portfolio. There is a section for you to check this off and include it with the essay.
My comments
Today students presented their social entrepreneur essays as individuals and in teams. I was impressed by the breath of talent and skill students demonstrated. Mimi Silbert and her Delancy Street Foundation presentation with Hoan, Mark, Dejanae and Colleen was really good. I loved the way they each took a part of the story and how they responded to questions. They were well-prepared.
Despite technical challenges John and others muscled through. I liked the idea of John profiling his super mom, Linda Sills and GIN (smile). I am looking forward to checking out the program link which wouldn't load in time. I liked Alison's presentation as well. I didn't get to see the brochure and Adrienne and her daughter had to be the prize awardees for the cutest couple. The baby felt quite at home and I appreciate students' indulgence and support of their classmate.
I liked Courtney and Danishia's style and passion. The way Courtney stumbled upon her project was a great lesson in mindfulness, and Danishia's passion for Rose Rios's Ministry makes me want to look her up the next time I am in LA.
Nezha's Tracey Weitz was also a lesson in reciprocity in that, Ms. Weitz's work impacts her community at home in Sudan. I like the way, this semester, Nezha let us know in her choice of books (Midnight) and topics for her essays, her dual culture and how this is often in conflict with American culture and how she manages to reach a place where she can find balance and peace. I hope Nezha will keep us posted so we can see her the next time her dance company performs (smile).
Jovita's subject was also really interesting. I hadn't known Asian and Pacific Islanders make up the largest community suffering from domestic violence. However, when one looks at the breath of such community one can see how this is the case: Asia is a large place and if one includes the Far East and Near East, South Asia, etc. then no other ethnic group has such numbers.
There is a performance at Union Square this weekend, Friday-Monday, March 25-28, 2012 at sundown or 8 PM. PUSH Dance Company is performing work which looks at choreographer, Raissa Simpson's dual heritage as a Filipina and African American woman. She uses water as the metaphor and historic events in her grandparents lives on both sides to create: Bitter Melon. I had her on my radio show Monday and rebroadcast it this morning: www.blogtalkradio.com/wandas-picks It is a free event for the entire family.
Dan's presentation was an extension of his book talk. I am adding his book and other's on my to read list this summer. I found it interesting that his entrepreneur was a first as were others profiled this morning. I saw a film this semester as a part of the Asian American Film Festival about the woman who brought judo to America and women's judo to the world community. The film is called: Mrs. Judo: Be Strong, Be Gentle, Be Beautiful. Here is an interview with the director: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/wandas-picks/2012/03/09/wandas-picks-radio-show
Cupcake Brown was the topic of two presentations, Adrianna's and Kenneth's, which were so different, refreshingly different. I liked the poster Adrianna made, the chart Ana, Jason, and Alison made for the presentation on Dr. Raye Mitchell. Once again, each person had a personal spin on the SE which made the talk fascinating.
Cliff bars? Who would have known the person responsible for this nutritional treat has done so much and that she is also the Luna bar lady? I known WISE and didn't know she was involved with this great organization either. Savannah Conley's presentation (considering her confessed lack of sleep) was excellent.
Students raised the bar high and no one lowered it an inch this morning in an extended final--8:15ish to 11:30ish.
Whitney's presentation about Mazanita School's Katherine Carter, was really inspiring, considering how many Oakland schools have closed and how poor a record they have. Her enthusiasm was contagious.
I appreciated Flora and Jamie's willingness to accept criticism and agree to expand their research or direction.
Kathleen's guest, Sonia Brooks was icing on the cake. Perhaps we should always have a guest entrepreneur during the course of the final paper presentations. I liked having her here for some of the presentations before hers. Operation Hope sounds like a ship (smile). And perhaps I am like Gilligan stranded on a desert island, but I certainly don't plan to be here long with such resources available.
Well, I have to run now. Good luck on the portfolios. I will let you know if there is anything missing. Look for an email or a call (you do not want me to call you) Tuesday sometime. I have 4 classes to wade through.
If students are turning their work in Friday, I will respond Friday first. If there are any problems or you do not hear from me Tuesday-Wednesday, call me. Do not assume all is well.
Assignment: Reflect on what worked well and what you learned from this second presentation. Comment on the strengths of the student presentations you observed.
Include these reflection(s) and peer comment in your Social Entrepreneur section of the portfolio. There is a section for you to check this off and include it with the essay.
My comments
Today students presented their social entrepreneur essays as individuals and in teams. I was impressed by the breath of talent and skill students demonstrated. Mimi Silbert and her Delancy Street Foundation presentation with Hoan, Mark, Dejanae and Colleen was really good. I loved the way they each took a part of the story and how they responded to questions. They were well-prepared.
Despite technical challenges John and others muscled through. I liked the idea of John profiling his super mom, Linda Sills and GIN (smile). I am looking forward to checking out the program link which wouldn't load in time. I liked Alison's presentation as well. I didn't get to see the brochure and Adrienne and her daughter had to be the prize awardees for the cutest couple. The baby felt quite at home and I appreciate students' indulgence and support of their classmate.
I liked Courtney and Danishia's style and passion. The way Courtney stumbled upon her project was a great lesson in mindfulness, and Danishia's passion for Rose Rios's Ministry makes me want to look her up the next time I am in LA.
Nezha's Tracey Weitz was also a lesson in reciprocity in that, Ms. Weitz's work impacts her community at home in Sudan. I like the way, this semester, Nezha let us know in her choice of books (Midnight) and topics for her essays, her dual culture and how this is often in conflict with American culture and how she manages to reach a place where she can find balance and peace. I hope Nezha will keep us posted so we can see her the next time her dance company performs (smile).
Jovita's subject was also really interesting. I hadn't known Asian and Pacific Islanders make up the largest community suffering from domestic violence. However, when one looks at the breath of such community one can see how this is the case: Asia is a large place and if one includes the Far East and Near East, South Asia, etc. then no other ethnic group has such numbers.
There is a performance at Union Square this weekend, Friday-Monday, March 25-28, 2012 at sundown or 8 PM. PUSH Dance Company is performing work which looks at choreographer, Raissa Simpson's dual heritage as a Filipina and African American woman. She uses water as the metaphor and historic events in her grandparents lives on both sides to create: Bitter Melon. I had her on my radio show Monday and rebroadcast it this morning: www.blogtalkradio.com/wandas-picks It is a free event for the entire family.
Dan's presentation was an extension of his book talk. I am adding his book and other's on my to read list this summer. I found it interesting that his entrepreneur was a first as were others profiled this morning. I saw a film this semester as a part of the Asian American Film Festival about the woman who brought judo to America and women's judo to the world community. The film is called: Mrs. Judo: Be Strong, Be Gentle, Be Beautiful. Here is an interview with the director: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/wandas-picks/2012/03/09/wandas-picks-radio-show
Cupcake Brown was the topic of two presentations, Adrianna's and Kenneth's, which were so different, refreshingly different. I liked the poster Adrianna made, the chart Ana, Jason, and Alison made for the presentation on Dr. Raye Mitchell. Once again, each person had a personal spin on the SE which made the talk fascinating.
Cliff bars? Who would have known the person responsible for this nutritional treat has done so much and that she is also the Luna bar lady? I known WISE and didn't know she was involved with this great organization either. Savannah Conley's presentation (considering her confessed lack of sleep) was excellent.
Students raised the bar high and no one lowered it an inch this morning in an extended final--8:15ish to 11:30ish.
Whitney's presentation about Mazanita School's Katherine Carter, was really inspiring, considering how many Oakland schools have closed and how poor a record they have. Her enthusiasm was contagious.
I appreciated Flora and Jamie's willingness to accept criticism and agree to expand their research or direction.
Kathleen's guest, Sonia Brooks was icing on the cake. Perhaps we should always have a guest entrepreneur during the course of the final paper presentations. I liked having her here for some of the presentations before hers. Operation Hope sounds like a ship (smile). And perhaps I am like Gilligan stranded on a desert island, but I certainly don't plan to be here long with such resources available.
Well, I have to run now. Good luck on the portfolios. I will let you know if there is anything missing. Look for an email or a call (you do not want me to call you) Tuesday sometime. I have 4 classes to wade through.
If students are turning their work in Friday, I will respond Friday first. If there are any problems or you do not hear from me Tuesday-Wednesday, call me. Do not assume all is well.
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