Salma S.

Which college/university will you attend after graduation? Duke University

How many years have you been at Riverstone? 12

What is the title of your Extended Essay? An evaluative analysis of Turkey’s international relations with the West, post Erdogan and AKP (2002).

What was your most important or meaningful CAS experience? Working towards, and receiving, my Wilderness First Responder certification.

What have your (personal) challenges been at Riverstone? Balancing my work and managing my stress levels.

What are one or two of your favorite memories or highlights of your journey at Riverstone? My first favorite memory is every outdoor trip ever. They are truly all amazing and full of laughter. My second favorite are all the memories you make during the small moments in class and the interactions you have with your teachers. Those are some of my fondest.

Tell us the ways you feel that you are prepared for the next part of your journey. I think Riverstone has prepared me in so many ways: managing big workloads, teaching me the meaning of hard work, and how to enjoy myself in even the toughest and most stressful situations.

What are two pieces of advice that you want to give to other students at Riverstone? First, take advantage of the resources you have around you: everyone wants you to succeed. Second, foster the family you create with your classmates and fill your experiences with positivity and happiness.

What are three words that describe your experience at Riverstone? Outdoors. Memorable. Family.