Farewell to Walden

This will be my last post for my graduate studies program. Here are three important things that I have learned over the past 20 months that directly correlate to three goals/commitments that I want to make as I graduate.

I have learned the importance of being a lifelong learner, and commit to continuing to learn!

“Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death.”
― Albert Einstein 

I have learned that I have a strong desire to advocate for the field of early childhood in every way possible, and I commit to continuing to be an advocate at every opportunity!

"How our nation treats its children reflects our societal values. Children can't vote. They depend on us...to do right by them, stand up for them, and advocate for what they need to grow and prosper."

-T. Berry Brazelton

I have also realized the importance of being an advocate of social change, and I commit to assuring that all of the work that I do is viewed through this lens!

 

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.

-Margaret Mead 

 

Thank you to all of the professors and colleagues that have helped me to grow during my time at Walden. It has been one of the most amazing journeys of my life, and it has been a pleasure sharing it with all of you!! Carolyn