Interview With Cameron Jenkins '23

How did you achieve your capstone?

I’ve been working with Ms. Hunter and Kash since they are the counselors here at CFS. I just sort of pitched them ideas like activities or ideas for group talks that people can use during their time at (WRAP). And they serve the purpose of getting the topic started, but I’ve pitched certain ideas specifically for the focus of the group because I want the control to be mainly on the participants.

What is one thing you learned when working with students?

One of the things that I've learned is that you're constantly reinventing yourself. You should always be reinventing yourself, and you should always be learning. Even as an instructor, teacher, or leader, once you start to think that you know what's best for everybody, and you kind of want to mute or quiet certain voices, take a step back and humble yourself...Always understand that you're a student, no matter what.

What is one thing you learned from working with a CFS alum?

I learned just do things at my own pace because you kind of know what to do yourself, and working with alumni is simple. You ask the obvious, like what should I do and how do I get to where I want to be. In a way, they are mostly advisors and assist you throughout the process. And another important thing I’ve learned while working with them is that they didn’t have a straight road to their success, so while I might have my own obstacles, I know I will eventually achieve my goal and hopefully be as successful as them. As well as, learning that taking things at your own pace is fine.