The new year started off in full swing when I attended the GSE Team Orientation in High Point, N.C along with fellow team member Scott Brugh, team leader Jerry Fields and District Governor Bill Pollard. We joined the Ambassadorial Scholars and Cultural Scholars from our district as well as other teams from North Carolina, South Carolina and West Virginia.
This orientation was by far the most informative, practical and worthwhile conference I have ever participated in. It began with an overview of Rotary-past, present, future, the mission, projects and the foundation for the cultural exchange programs. The expectations of the group study exchange program as a whole and as individuals were outlined. Since all team members are “non-Rotarians” we did not know most of the details and it is fundamental to learn about the organization we are going to represent!
For me, the most valuable component of the weekend were the seminars led by previous team members. By openly sharing experiences, both good and bad, we were able to gain a better understanding of what to expect and how to be flexible and react if something unexpected occurs. They were straight-forward and honest which allowed us to cover a large amount of information, leaving no question unanswered. We were able to view past team presentations which provided insight as to what information our target audience is interested in. The meals, social hour and roommates allowed for us to reflect with other groups while providing an opportunity to work on our social skills of talking and interacting with people we have never met. This orientation session should not be missed! The knowledge, tips and insight presented was of incredible value and relevant to our preparations and the journey ahead.
It made me even more eager about this experience both professionally and personally.
Sarah Goodwin
GSE Team Member
This orientation was by far the most informative, practical and worthwhile conference I have ever participated in. It began with an overview of Rotary-past, present, future, the mission, projects and the foundation for the cultural exchange programs. The expectations of the group study exchange program as a whole and as individuals were outlined. Since all team members are “non-Rotarians” we did not know most of the details and it is fundamental to learn about the organization we are going to represent!
For me, the most valuable component of the weekend were the seminars led by previous team members. By openly sharing experiences, both good and bad, we were able to gain a better understanding of what to expect and how to be flexible and react if something unexpected occurs. They were straight-forward and honest which allowed us to cover a large amount of information, leaving no question unanswered. We were able to view past team presentations which provided insight as to what information our target audience is interested in. The meals, social hour and roommates allowed for us to reflect with other groups while providing an opportunity to work on our social skills of talking and interacting with people we have never met. This orientation session should not be missed! The knowledge, tips and insight presented was of incredible value and relevant to our preparations and the journey ahead.
It made me even more eager about this experience both professionally and personally.
Sarah Goodwin
GSE Team Member
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