The day started bright and early as we rounded up our excited students and boarded the bus. Meg Ramey was in charge of our group, with me and Jayda Shuavarnnasri accompanying as chaperones. After we arrived, we had lunch in the UC Santa Cruz dining hall. We all had a tough time holding back—it was all you can eat. And the seventh graders? Well, never underestimate a growing adolescent! I remembered my first few weeks of college and how easy it was to overdo it. I’m sure they will remember their first dining hall experience (and all the ice cream!) when they get to college, and eat more responsibly than I did as a freshman.
San Francisco is a beacon for diversity and inclusion, and we will not tolerate hate in our city. Our hearts go out to anyone who is on the receiving end of these messages.
In a democracy, you have a say in the things that are important to you. If you care about women’s rights, our planet, LGBTQ rights, gun safety, healthcare for all, social security, or education equity, then please vote in this election.
The journey from being the first in one’s family to attend college to becoming a beacon of hope and leadership in the community is challenging and rewarding.
