Wednesday, December 3, 2008

I am DONE!!!

I finally finished school as of yesterday - I have officially graduated! I have been at the University of Oregon for just over 5 years, and I am so happy to finally be done. I must say, the Family and Human Services program at the U of O is an amazing program, and I have really grown and learned a lot. The faculty and staff are amazing and so supportive, I couldn't have asked to be a part of a better program.I am really excited and nervous about what is next to come. I have been job searching over the last couple of months, and unfortunately the economy isn't so great, especially in Oregon. I have been applying to some bigger cities in a few other states, and so far I've gotten some requests for interviews in Chicago. I will be heading there next week to do some interviews and see how it goes. It's always hard thinking of moving away from everything I know, but I feel that it is much better to move away now when I have no obligations than it would be later. I would like to get my Masters of Social Work, but currently there is no way I can afford that. I am hoping I will find a place to help me pay for it if I work for them for a period of time. I'm not sure what will happen but I am looking forward to finding out. I am incredibly impatient when it comes to finding a job, as most people are I'm sure, so I hope this process goes smoothly!
I just want to thank all of my friends and family, no matter how often or little we may see each other, for being so supportive and encouraging of my education, and now my career path. I wouldn't be who I am or where I am without all of the people in my life, and I am very blessed and thankful for that.

3 comments:

Jill said...

Congratulations Kellsy Bellsy! You've worked hard and finally made it!!! I hate the thought of you moving so far away, but I'll live with my agony! Congratulations again Kells, I'm proud of my little sis!

Vonda said...

Congratulations Kells! We all are so proud of you and I know you will find the perfect job soon. I second Jill on that it will be hard to see you move away but we only want what is best for you.

Love you!

Karen K. said...

I am so happy for you. Since it's been awhile since you've posted, do you have any prospects for a job? Chicago. Wow, that's a loooooong way away. And cold. I hope you can find employment closer to home. I know your mom and dad aren't going to want you to go too far. Anyway, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!