Kenna is an Elementary Education major who is excited to begin her teaching career and have a classroom of her own!
A little bit about Kenna:
Q: Where is home for you?
A: Washington, IL.
Q: What is your year and major?
A: I'm a sophomore majoring in Elementary Education.
Q: What do you enjoy about the campus experience, so far?
A: I love campus and how there is always something to go to, to do, or to learn!
Q: How did you know you wanted to go into the field of education?
A: I knew I wanted to go into the field of education from a very young age. I was always playing "school" growing up and my teachers inspired me to become a teacher and have a positive impact on student's lives.
Q: What do you enjoy about the College of Education?
A: I love how close the College of Education is and how much support is provided for students.
Q: Do you have a favorite professor or course? Why?
A: Favorite professor would be Dr. Latham for EDUC 101. Dr. Latham is amazing at understanding where students are coming from and what the real world is like. She is very knowledgable about all things education and I learned valuable information in this course about the College of Education.
Q: What is a fun fact about yourself?
A: Harvest Market is my favorite study spot in Champaign!
Q: Tell us about your future plans, post-graduation.
A: After graduating I hope to get a job teaching Elementary Education at a school in the state of Illinois. I want to stay close to family and begin teaching as soon as possible!
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