Dear future Marlee, Welcome to Detroit! You’re off to a slow start, but hopefully things will pick up and your time can be put to good use. I know you’ve always wanted to experience a taste of city life, and Detroit is a good place for you to start. It’s time to experience a different …
Dear Self, I know you have had a pretty chill last few months, but it is now time for you to buckle down and complete this internship with a blast. Listen to everything your supervisor tells you and ask questions along the way. Read the materials as extensively as possible and write down notes. I …
Dear Nish, Wow, it’s only been three days, but I can tell that this summer will be a blast! From the moment I stepped on Wayne State, I knew that something bright was in the near future; I could not have asked for a better start to this internship, All the students here have been so …
Dear self, How does it feel to actually be in Detroit? Isn’t the culture, the people and the energy of Detroit just eye opening? The cafes, restaurants, museums and other notable features make Detroit such a unique community. Pay attention to everything and everyone around because important moments are easily missed. This internship is a …
Dear Ryan, I am assuming you’re lying in bed reading this and it’s either your last night in Detroit or your first night back home and you just want to reminisce and reflect on this brief, but incredible chapter of your life. Am I right? Thought so. I am sure you’re smiling right now thinking …
Dear Chris, This week you have begun working with a new organization and begun living in a new city. Everything has gone by so fast and at this moment nothing seems to be stopping. I have seen that the interaction with the community is great and the youth outreach programs especially are amazing while the …
Dear Kali, After a relaxing start to the summer, I’m glad to see that you’re finally making moves! And in Detroit! Woo! It’s going to take some adjusting to the regular work day, but the knowledge you’ll receive from this experience is going to be unmatched! Already, you’ve met the powerhouses that are your supervisors, …
Dear Ja-Lia Welcome Home! I know you’re excited to be at home! You have been given an great opportunity to work in the Highland park community. You have been working with this community since you were a young girl. So don’t be nervous. Come to the community meetings with an open mind. Be willing to …
Hello Robert, It is the first week of what will be hopefully an exciting and fulfilling second part of the summer. This is an open letter just detailing some my initial thoughts, impressions, hopes, and goals I have for the next two and a half months. Moving into the Wayne State dorms was a smooth …
The Detroit Food Academy sounds like it is going to be a cool place to work! Even after the first couple days, you can see how you are beginning to experience the city in a completely new way. Working within these new and thriving businesses is a great way to learn about how the city is changing and what …
