[humanser] Introducing myself

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Hi Jonathan,

My name is Jessica, and like you, I'll also be graduating in December 
of this year with my BSW.  I'll then need to go on to get my 
master's, but I'm planning on specializing in vocational 
rehabilitation counseling.  The university I attend in Tennessee 
doesn't have a degree in voc rehab counseling, so I chose to major in 
social work instead, as I thought it would give me a good foundation 
in learning how to work with people, which it has.  I've enjoyed my 
classes a lot, though I'm also looking forward to graduating.  I'm 
hoping to get accepted to Michigan State for my master's, as it's 
ranked number two in the country by U.S. News and World Report for 
its voc rehab program, though I'm also looking at a few other 
places.  I'm not sure whether I'll go next spring or next fall, but 
next year most likely some time is when I'll go.  I'll have to see 
about researching scholarships somehow, because I know rehab won't 
pay for out of state tuition, but hopefully Google can help me 
there!  I'm wanting to specialize in working with other visually 
impaired people, so we'll see how things go.  It's nice hearing from 
you, and feel free to ask any questions that come to mind.  There are 
lots of people on here who should be able to help, though I'm not 
sure how much help I'll be myself.

Jessica

At 10:39 PM 5/24/2015, you wrote:
>Hello Jonathan,
>I, like you, came to psychology via a brain injury that left me blind--among
>other things after reaching adulthood. I welcome you to this broad list of
>rising and veteran professionals in the work of human service. Please take
>advantage of the wisdom and insight you will find here and, contribute as it
>sounds like you are a wonderful addition to our growing division. Thank you
>for sharing you with us...
>Best to you in all of your endeavors,
>Mary Tatum Chappell
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Jonathan
>Franks via humanser
>Sent: Sunday, May 24, 2015 11:23 PM
>To: humanser at nfbnet.org
>Cc: Jonathan Franks
>Subject: [humanser] Introducing myself
>
>Greetings everyone,
>Since I am new to this list, I wanted to take the time to introduce myself.
>My name is Jonathan and I am a Senior at The University of Texas at Austin
>where I am studying Social Work with a Minor in Psychology. Once I graduate
>this December with a BSw, I am looking to attend Graduate School in order to
>earn a MSW and then get my licensure as an LCSW. Honestly, I  was not that
>interested in Human service until I lost my sight 9 years ago. At that point
>I became very involved with volunteering as well as became interested in the
>realm of psychology. I had originally attended college in California at the
>age of 18-19 in 2002, but had to drop out because of family issues. My
>family and friends convinced me to go back to college and delve into the
>realm of social work and psychology. I never imagined myself getting into a
>top University, yet alone into into an School of Social Work that is ranked
>in the top 10 in the country. I am a very dedicated member of the National
>Federation of the Blind, I am a Board Member for the State of Texas, The 1st
>Vice President of my local Austin, Texas Chapter and the treasurer for the
>Texas Association of Blind Students. I look forward to getting involved with
>this division in any capacity that I am able to as well am looking forward
>to what this division has to offer at the 2015 National Convention.
>
>Thank you all for taking the time to read   a brief glimpse of who I am.
>
>Take care
>
>Jonathan Franks
>
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