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Cherishing Each Other: A Conversation with Tara Brach and Father Gregory Boyle - Extra Credit

  Reflection on "Cherishing Each Other: A Conversation with Tara Brach and Father Gregory Boyle" I was definitely hesitant going into this conversation since I am not religious and have had some interesting experiences with the Catholic Church in the past that turned me away from organized religion. However, these experiences also made me curious about the podcast between Tara and Gregory. A recurring theme in this class is the importance of opening your mind and being willing to learn new things. In the spirit of that mindset, I decided to listen. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire conversation. Tara’s hosting style was one of the highlights for me. She asked thought-provoking questions that integrated her own experiences, which made the interview feel more like a natural conversation. The synergy between Tara and Gregory was engaging and easy to follow, making the discussion feel both authentic and impactful. Gregory’s story was especially inspiring. Learning about how he help...

World We Dare to Imagine Part 3

  A World We Dare to Imagine Part 3 Karly’s P2P Pitch to AMDP Introduction  Imagine a world where students and aspiring learners from all over the world are able to access tutoring and educational resources without making a thousand dollar plus commitment or driving across town! The Peer to Peer, better known as “P2P” program is a virtual tutoring platform made for students, by students that seeks to achieve that goal today. P2P is a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing accessibility to affordable and diverse educational opportunities for students of all ages and backgrounds. Through our virtual student-run platform, P2P allows student tutors from all backgrounds and subjects to register with their own customized availability, specialties, hourly rates, and teacher endorsements. Parents and other students can then access this database to select tutors in various disciplines that meet their needs. P2P allows customers to search, book, and learn all on one platform! T...