Her Campus has enhanced the lives of many individuals, including my own. It gives each person a unique forum to express his or herself, and step out of their comfort zones while making new friends. Everyone’s time in Her Campus is different, which shows how unique and diverse the club really is. Here are seven interviews of Wilfrid Laurier Her Campus members that I conducted to share what being in Her Campus means to them (and me!) Hope you all enjoy!
What is your name?
Ann Yudashkin
What year are you in?
1st Year
How many semesters have you been a part of HC?
This is my second semester in HC
What is your position in HC?
Marketing
Why did you join HC?
I joined HC because I enjoy writing and it brings me out of my comfort zone and allows me to express myself recreationally.
What have you learned during your time in HC?
I’ve learned that there is a community that cares about what I have to say and that writing about things you actually care about is a lot of fun.
How has HC influenced you in a positive way?
It has empowered me to express myself and I’ve become more involved within the university community.
What will you miss about HC (when you graduate)?
Although I still have three years to go, I’ll miss seeing my friends every Monday, and having a network to share the things that I’m passionate about.
What words do you have for future HC members or anyone interested in joining?
It is a great way to meet people, as well as surround yourself with those who care about your opinion and want to see you succeed. This club has truly enhanced my first year of university and I hope it has that effect on other incoming first-years or any future members.
What is your name?
Jaimie Goldstein
What year are you in?
3rd Year
How many semesters have you been a part of HC?
This is my first semester in HC!
What is your position in HC?
Writer
Why did you join HC?
I’ve always loved writing and when I heard about this club through friends, I was so interested! Writing has given me an opportunity to express myself in new ways!
What have you learned during your time in HC?
I’ve learned to not be afraid of what others think, and to step outside my comfort zone! I have learned about new topics through the works of others, which has given me new insight into ideas I was unfamiliar with.
How has HC influenced you in a positive way?
Being in HC has gotten me more involved in university and has helped me improve my writing skills!
What will you miss about HC (when you graduate)?
Although I still have a few more semesters in HC, I am going to miss writing with my friends and being a part of such a supportive and encouraging community!
What words do you have for future HC members or anyone interested in joining?
Don’t be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone and write something new and exciting! Being a part of HC will introduce you to new friends and an amazing community full of support.
What is your name?
Lauren Cameron
What year are you in?
4th Year English Major
How many semesters have you been a part of HC?
This is my fourth semester!
What is your position in HC?
Head Editor, and part-time writer.
Why did you join HC?
I joined HC because I want to edit books, and this seemed like the perfect opportunity to edit content that interests me. It also gave me the opportunity to make friends with similar interests!
What have you learned during your time in HC?
During my time with HC, I have learned that people approach and see the world in many different ways and that you don’t have to be similar to someone to form a strong friendship. We get tons of different article ideas and really learn a lot from each other as a group, which I really love.
How has HC influenced you in a positive way?
HC has influenced me in a positive way because my experience here helped me get into grad school! It gave me so much experience with something I love (editing), and I am so thankful for that. It also gave me a lot of experience working in a group setting and allowed me to meet tons of new people that I otherwise wouldn’t have known.
What will you miss about HC?
I’ll miss all of my teammates! Socials and meetings are always so fun, I’m going to miss seeing everyone weekly.
What words do you have for future HC members?
To future HC members: get involved and make lots of friends! It’s easy to start a conversation with someone new in a group setting like this, and you already have a common interest in the club!
What is your name?
Emily Waitson
What year are you in?
3rd Year English and History Major
How many semesters have you been a part of HC?
I’ve been involved with HC since September 2016, so 4 semesters so far!
What is your position in HC?
Campus Correspondent
Why did you join HC?
I originally joined Her Campus to get myself more involved in the Laurier community and become a member of a group that not only produced great articles but also looked like a lot of fun. It was really a step outside of my comfort zone to originally send in an application, but I’m incredibly thankful that I did.
What have you learned during your time in HC?
As cheesy as this may sound, HC has taught me so much in the time that I’ve been involved with it. I’ve learned to trust myself a lot more, especially in my leadership and writing abilities. I’ve taken risks that I never thought I would take, pushed myself to do better, and above all, allow myself to feel confident.
How has HC influenced you in a positive way?
HC has helped me grow tremendously as a person. As someone who is very naturally shy and reserved around large groups of people, getting involved with HC was initially a very nerve-wracking challenge. But I’m indescribably grateful that I’ve been given the opportunities that I’ve had with HC since they’ve certainly made me feel more comfortable and confident doing what I love to do most every week.
What will you miss about HC (when you graduate)?
When the time eventually comes for me to step away from HC, I’m going to miss the beautiful, talented people that dedicate themselves to our team every week and the ability to showcase all of the hard work we put into every aspect of this club. These strong, amazing individuals are what keep HC so inclusive and wonderful.
What words do you have for future HC members or anyone interested in joining?
Make sure you push yourself and remember to have fun while you do it. You will be surrounded by the most welcoming, kind-hearted individuals who want to see you succeed, so don’t second-guess yourself. If you dedicate your time into it, HC will be completely worth it.
What is your name?
Scarlett Cohen
What year are you in?
3rd Year
How many semesters have you been a part of HC?
I am in currently in my 4th semester as a writer and editor for HC.
What is your position in HC?
Editor and part-time writer
Why did you join HC?
I joined HC to expand my writing and editing skills and to meet new people who have similar interests as me.
What have you learned during your time in HC?
Based off of articles that I’ve read, I’ve learned a lot of new information, as well as new writing styles.
How has HC influenced you in a positive way?
HC has pushed me out of my comfort zone and has given me the opportunities to write about personal topics, without having to worry about any judgment.
What will you miss about HC (when you graduate)?
Not leaving just yet……I’ll definitely be back in September (I hope). But when the time comes, I will definitely miss seeing all of the friends I have made each week and being pushed outside my comfort zone to write new articles.
What words do you have for future HC members or anyone interested in joining?
100% join. It’s a great environment to make new friends, and broaden your horizons. You will make memories that will enhance your overall university experience. I am so happy that I joined this club and cannot wait to see what the future has in store for it.
What is your name?
Jenna Steadman
What year are you in?
4th Psychology Research Specialist
How many semesters have you been a part of HC?
This is my 6th semester!
What is your position in HC?
Campus Correspondent
Why did you join HC?
I’m decent at editing and I wanted to get involved with something when I started second year. After a few weeks of editing, I was inspired to start writing and I really enjoyed it, so then I was a part-time writer and full-time editor. After that, I started the Pinterest account, which is my baby. I was then asked to step up as a President/Campus Correspondent in 3rd year and I’ve been in that role ever since!
What have you learned during your time in HC?
Honestly, what haven’t I learned? Her Campus pushed me to step outside of my comfort zone and go with my gut. The most random things inspire me to write articles, and I’m almost always impressed with how it comes together in the end. I’ve also learned some invaluable leadership skills through my time at HC. Our team means so much to me, it’s great to connect with students from all over Laurier!
How has HC influenced you in a positive way?
This team has meant so much to me in the past few years. I went abroad in 3rd year and I stayed awake to Skype into the meeting at 3AM!!! I was just sooo excited to meet everyone! It’s really helped me feel connected to Laurier and help support other students who are trying to figure out their passions. I definitely push our team quite a bit, but it’s because I know what they’re capable of. Hard-work breeds success.
What will you miss about HC (when you graduate)?
My amazing exec, our fantastic team and having such a positive, open and supportive team to back me up.
What words do you have for future HC members or anyone interested in joining?
First of all, put 110% into your application. Her Campus is a passionate, hard-working and committed group, so make sure that shows in your application. My next piece of advice is to get to know people older and younger than you. In first year especially, it’s so easy to have friends in your year, but having friends in different years and programs is amazing, and they can certainly help you as you move through university. The last thing is to be yourself and to be genuine. Not only is it way too much work to try and be someone else, but you’ll miss out on so many opportunities.
What is your name?
Lauren Kohn
What year are you in?
2nd Year!
How many semesters have you been a part of HC?
This is my first semester
What is your position in HC?
Writer
Why did you join HC?
I love to write and when I heard about this club from some of my friends who were already members, I knew I wanted to be a part of it.
What have you learned during your time in HC?
I’ve learned that everyone has such a unique way of approaching things in life. I’ve learned how to express myself without feeling judged in any way. I’ve learned to be inspired by the little things and create it into articles.
How has HC influenced you in a positive way?
HC has given me the confidence to step outside my comfort zone and write about things I wouldn’t normally. It has allowed me to improve my writing, and allowed me to meet a bunch of new people!
What will you miss about HC (when you graduate)?
I still have a bit of time before I graduate, but when I do I’ll miss the weekly meetings, collabing on articles with my friends, and being a part of a positive and amazing community.
What words do you have for future HC members or anyone interested in joining?
Definitely, join! I absolutely love being a part of HC (and it’s only my first semester). Branching out can be scary, but honestly, it was the best idea and the outcome has been amazing!
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