~The Week in Review~

Welcome back, Wildcats! Today the rest of our 520 PERFECT residents moved in to Christensen Castle. 

The Resident Assistants also participated in different trainings for career development programs! Hall Director Jason even took "LinkedIn" head shots for students. 

This is also my LAST semester of my undergraduate career. The real world is approaching quickly. 

Below are some amazing options to consider if you are feeling a little queasy about leaving Wildcat Country or whatever school or educational institution you are currently attending. Click on any of the organizations below to apply or learn more.

Teach for America

AmeriCorps

City Year

World Teach

Peace Corps

The Student Conservation Association

Catholic Volunteer Network

Match Corps

Teacher Fellows Programs

I hope the picture below makes you laugh while you are sitting here reading my blog. Thank you for clicking. 

If the links to your future success do not make the click worth it, this picture definitely will.

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We have two new sisters added to the Miss New Hampshire Class of 2016! Congratulations to the new Miss Auburn, Shawna Gile, and the new Miss Granite State, Kaley Missert! Welcome to the ‪#‎MNH‬ sisterhood!

We are so lucky to have Jay Philbrick, of Philbrick Photography, as a part of our team! Thank you for letting me be a part of your art, Jay! You can "like" his Facebook page by clicking the link below the picture!

https://www.facebook.com/PhilbrickPhotography/?pnref=lhc

Here's a little something to make you laugh!

Star Wars Under Cover Boss

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Tea anyone? Today, Skylar and I served tea at the Miss New Hampshire's Outstanding Teen Tea Party to raise money for the ‪#‎NHOT‬ program! ‪#‎MNH‬‪#‎missportsmoutharea‬

I always enjoy chatting with Allie Nault, Miss America's Outstanding Teen. In my opinion, the best conversations occur when conversationalists learn from each other. I must say I always learn something new from Miss Nault.  Today we talked about our experiences meeting candidates on the campaign trail in New Hampshire (she has met every single candidate, and will one day rule the world). Below is a link to some of the candidates' statements and views on higher education. 

http://www.nasfaa.org/2016_presidential_candidates

Below is a little shout-out to history nerds and shoe fanatics everywhere.

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Last week, I had the opportunity to speak to third graders about how it is never to early to start reaching higher! Thank you to to the third graders of Bow Elementary School for welcoming me! I was so impressed by your leadership skills! ‪#‎reachhigher‬ ‪#‎mnh‬‪#‎missportsmoutharea‬ ‪#‎service‬ ‪#‎MissAmerica‬

Go team! Yesterday, it was great to get to know some talented hockey players from around New England today before holding the flag at the Monarchs game!‪#‎MNH‬ ‪#‎missportsmoutharea‬ ‪#‎manchestermonarchs‬ We also sold raffle tickets for a jersey and a chance to meet the players, which benefited the Miss New Hampshire Scholarship Program.

Kat and I were lucky enough to sneak this shot with the Red Sox 2004 World Series trophy! 

Today, we had the opportunity to speak with Secretary Clinton at a Town Hall. After being called for a question, I asked Secretary Clinton how she would balance providing opportunities and services for under privileged children to help equalize opportunities while encouraging them to grow into independent people. She stated that it is not only important for children to be provided with services , but it is also imperative that families are also encouraged to foster the growth of their children. She continued to lay out a detailed plan to help equalize opportunities for children and encourage their successes. ‪#‎MNH ‬‪#‎firstprimary‬

As always, here is a little something to get your week off to a great start. I know that I will live by these words in 2016.

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On Saturday, I had the opportunity to sing the National Anthem for the UNH Wildcats Mens' Basketball game against Dartmouth. Especially as a history major, this song means so much to me. Thinking of Fort McHenry and my privateers. 

This is one of my favorite days year after year! We had a blast volunteering this afternoon at the Salvation Army Toy Shop! Thank you to all of the volunteers who are committed to "making it happen!"

Thank you to Holly for this picture!

We are so lucky to live in the state with the first primary! Today, I asked Dr. Carson what he would do to fund public higher education. ‪#‎mnh‬ ‪#‎service‬‪#‎missportsmoutharea‬

As always, here is something for the good of the squad.

Just please be smart about it.

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Whew! What a week! 

In Hall Council, we kicked off the week with some fun and fabulous career aptitude tests. First-year students love me, trust me. 
If you are pondering about the possibility of a career or major change, you can find the test by clicking the link below!
Career Cluster Test

What an amazing weekend. On Saturday, I had the pleasure of being the Social Media Director for the annual Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Concord Holiday Auction, at my home Boys and Girls Club. $128,000 and 12 hours later, we want to thank everyone who made yesterday possible. From the bottom of our hearts, we are thankful and blessed to have such an incredible support system. Thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers, Concord TV, and generous donors.Your generosity is going to change the lives of thousands of children across New Hampshire. You can still donate to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Concord by clicking the link below the picture.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Central New Hampshire

On Sunday Afternoon, we packed up our CRV and went to Vermont for a fabulous family Christmas! Not only did I loved eating for two straight hours, but I loved spending time with my family!

Last night, the Christensen Hall Council made about 50 cards to send tomorrow to a little girl whose family recently died in a fire. Thank you to my residents who continuously remind me that there is so much good in this world. You too can find out how to send cards to Safyre, who lives in Upstate New York and asked for Christmas cards from around the world for Christmas this year. Please click on the "Send Cards to Safyre" link below the picture.

Send Cards to Safyre

Finally, I want to send some love to all of those First Year students who are loving their first final exam experiences.

Okay, really. I should be studying, too.

Thanks, Ryan.

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I am lucky enough to have a FABULOUS hair sponsor for my year as Miss Portsmouth Area!

Thank you to Tyler for this fabulous hair! #sponsorspotlight #MNH #hairbysinclair 

We had a blast at my favorite parade of the year! So fun to be next to my fellow researchers of the#portsmouthathenaeum in the parade line up! I love this city (and Elizabeth) so much!#MNH #christmasinportsmouth

Looking for a Christmas gift? I just posted some new listings on my Etsy store! As always, 30% of the proceeds go to the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals! You can click on the "LoveBrightly" link below! Enter the coupon code "HOLIDAYLOVE" to receive 15% off of your order.

LoveBrightly

Here is a little something for college students everywhere.