Being an intern...

This summer I’ve been given the opportunity to intern with Will, and I look forward to what I’ll be able to experience and take with me from my time here in Indianapolis. At this point, my knowledge (though expanding) on the death penalty issue is one that is seeking perspectives from all stances. I can’t fully express my own views on the topic at this point, but I’m hoping to better form my view as the summer progresses. One thing I know I am excited about doing is simply discussing the issue with other outsiders. I sense that the public has not been very well informed, which is why it’s not such a big political issue. So I feel I’ll be able to offer an interesting insight as the summer progresses and that I’ll be able to reach another “crowd” of people that could eventually, potentially stand up as a citizen that has a right to fight legislation.

It’s funny that I use the word “fight”, as I’m currently living in the Peace House (which is part of the Indianapolis Peace Institute summer program) with twelve other students. Many people have their own definitions of such terms, so I encourage you to seek, understand and live it.


I’ve never done any work that has involved a coalition before, but I think it will be neat to go through the summer making contacts and networks with folks that at least share some interest with social issues. I have one more year to complete at Anderson University (major: Criminal Justice; double minor: Finance and Peace and Conflict Transformation), but from there, I have no idea where I’ll be led to. I’m currently enjoying the new scenery here in Indianapolis, but I look forward to taking my experience back with me to Anderson. As for now, here I am embracing it.