March 2018 - She Can

Stepping out of my comfort zone over spring break – by Eunice Umubyeyi

This year, I decided to spend my spring break on campus instead of visiting friends. I wanted to use the week-long break to challenge myself. I took it upon myself to face my fears and participate in activities I’ve never done before. Learning how to cook:Generally, I’m not a good cook, and my friends couldn’t […]

My life-changing New Orleans service trip – by Peninah Ingabire

Last semester, I was accepted to participate in Muhlenberg’s New Orleans 2018 Alternative Spring Break trip to help with the ongoing Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. Each year the Office of Community Engagement offers students opportunities to participate in volunteering experiences in different states across the nation. Muhlenberg students team up with established organizations with a […]

Pursuing my passion for singing: A Q&A with SHE-CAN Scholar Grace Imanariyo

The SHE-CAN staff chatted with scholar Grace Imanariyo, sophomore at Muhlenberg College, about her passion for singing, ability to play many instruments and how music has helped her evolve in the field of computer science. Back home, Grace began to sing around the age of six, and she’s grateful to be able to express her […]

Fulfilling my commitment to serve others on campus & at home – by Maureen Kalimba Isimbi

In Rwandan culture, it’s inappropriate to live for only one’s self. I’m thankful I learned this lesson early on because it’s helped me realize the incredible impact I can have not only as a leader on my campus but in my personal endeavors. As a sophomore at Tufts University, I’ve become more involved on campus and […]

AnnieCannons internship ignites passion for women’s advocacy – by Ines Simbi

Before heading back to Bennington to start my second semester of sophomore year, I spent seven weeks in the Bay Area completing my Field Work Term (FWT). In the winter, every Bennington student is required to complete 210 hours of work gaining real world experience through jobs, internships and entrepreneurial endeavors that relate to their […]