Wishing all the moms out there some belated, but very Happy Mother’s Days vibes!
We loved what Haley Scott, 23, who just finished her first year as a RISE student at Judson University, said about her mom in her interview! More than that, Sam enjoyed getting to know Haley at school, and playing Special Olympics basketball together!
How did you hear about Judson? “My mom introduced me to the college.”
What’s the best thing about college? “I liked the students and the staff. Probably the best thing is making new friends.”
What has been your favorite activity at college? “I think my favorite is the bonfire, because I get to have smores.”
What’s been your favorite class at Judson? “I liked the classes with Alyssa: Relational Dynamics and Interpersonal Communication. I liked how we got up in class and Alyssa asked us some questions about what we like to do.”
What are your plans for the future? “I am thinking of getting a house. Somewhere in Illinois.”
Tell us about your family. “I have 3 older sisters—My oldest sister is 40, and my second sister is 37, and then my third sister 35. Their names are Cassandra, Shannon, and Alyssa.”
What are your plans for the summer? “I am thinking about volunteering. My mom and I are going to look some online.”
What would your dream job be for summer? “Picking up garbage from the Earth.” You must really care about the environment. “I do.” That’s great!
What did you do for your internship? “I have been working at the wellness center. I do projects for presentations. I did one on mind, body, and spirit; and another one about poison. I present them to the students.”
Tell us about your faith? “I am connected with a faith and I believe in Jesus. In the past, me and Dad went to St. Thomas Church.”
Who is the person you admire most and why? “My mom. I admire that she’s amazing.”
What is the most difficult thing about college? “Being on time.”
What are some of the activities you’ve done at Judson? “Special Olympics basketball and track. I also helped making the bookmarks for the seniors.”
What’s your favorite part of being in the RISE program? “My favorite part is the chapel. Staying connected with God.”
What is your favorite thing to do at home? “I like to hang out with Mom. We will we go out for dinners and we usually get some Slurpee’s. I love my mom.”
What’s your dream job? “Maybe a photographer. I’m thinking of getting a camera.”
Where is your favorite place to go? “Costco—I like to be with my Dad and we would get groceries together.”
What’s your hope for next year at Judson? “Maybe I will be doing more homework.”
Is there anything else you’d like people to know about you? “There is a band inspires me. It’s Celtic. I am Irish.”
Haley we hope next year at Judson is even better than your first year! We can’t wait to see where life takes you, and like you, we can’t contain our Mom-appreciation to just one day!!