Well, it's official. I'm a big kid now. I'm so glad to be all done with this semester. It was definitely a test of character, time management, and hard work, and now I am fully confident that I am ready for the "real world".  Between juggling 15 units of class, 9 projects, constant group project meetings, 2 internships, networking events, a social life, AND a positive attitude-- I'm alive!!

I'm lookin' forward to the next big challenge-- the job search.  But after this semester, its going to seem like cake!  Wish me luck.

If I could ask for anything for Christmas, I would ask my professors to assign MORE projects this semester.

The next 3c event will be a beautiful gala hosted at The Grand Del Mar on December 2, 2009. Wine, desserts, raffle, silent auction... What a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season! Check it out!
 http://3cgala.eventbrite.com/

This is a seriously amazing wish story. Erik's unique wish was to feed kids in Africa. Very inspirational and heart warming. Click on the link to read about it!

http://www.sdsocialmagazine.com/san-diego-social-magazine/10-2009/articles/make-a-wish.html

Lucky D's was generous enough to donate their venue and beverages to the cause. We had awesome raffle prizes including spa gift cards, Pilates sessions, and Paul Mitchell hair salon gift certificate-- which I won!! I guess I just got "lucky."  The event raised over $3,000!  Looks like we're going to make one wish kid very happy soon...

The photos of the event are on the 944's website.  Hopefully we will be featured again in their next issue coming out in November!
Here's the link to 944, check out the fun pics!
http://www.944.com/nightsites/gallery/photos-2/

I recently joined the 3C Committee and this is the first mixer I'm helping out with the planning. It's going to be great!

3c's "Jump, Jive...and Wail"
http://3clucky.eventbrite.com/

"3c is a diverse group of men & women dedicated to the support & enrichment of the Make-A-Wish Foundation® through cultivation of future philanthropic generations. The committee promotes the foundation by hosting social events held in high profile, progressive & fun environments to raise awareness & build lasting relationships"

Throughout high school and college, I've found that setting goals is a crucial part of keeping on-track and motivated.  Here are some of my most recent goals, as well as some goals I hope to achieve further down the road.

•    Get another internship
•    Gain as much real-world experience as possible through class projects and internship(s)
•    Learn and become comfortable with creating websites.

•    Work for a company that I am passionate about- help people,  “give back” to the community
•    Move up in my career
•    Work for a non-profit organization after 15 years.
•    Travel around the world and learn about other cultures