Sailing the V.I.: Our Week
During the 2012 Winter Term (January 3-19), Dr. Ken Ayers is teaching a travel class in the Virgin Islands called Leadership Through Sailing. Five students are taking the class and are sending updates and photos for the KWC blog. If you missed any entries, you can also read their adventures from the beginning.
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What We Learned
John Bell: I feel very blessed and appreciative that I embraced this opportunity to take this trip of leadership and teamwork. During this week, I was amazed on how well my leadership skills have sharpened, and how amazing it was to get to know the crew, who will be close friends for the rest of my life! The skills of leadership and teamwork that I learned from this trip has given me the confidence and determination to excel in everything that I do from here on out!
Jordan Gary: This was an amazing opportunity that I am so grateful for. God has blessed my life in ways that words can’t describe. To see another one of God’s amazing creations was such a blessing. Throughout this trip I have seen my leadership skills tested, and in my opinion I rose to each and every challenge. Taking the helm taught me to be in charge, check on everything, make sure the sails are right and be responsible for the crew all at the same time. It was a great character-building experience. This was a great time and I’m really glad I did took advantage of such a rare opportunity.
Jayden Morrison: This week helped me grow as a person. My confidence grew with every day and every task handed to me. I feel like after being on this trip there’s really nothing I can’t do. I’ve hoisted sails, taken the helm, tacked and swum with some crazy creatures. But I think most importantly, the bonds I made on this trip are truly amazing. Each one of these people helped me grow more than I can say, taught me things about myself and helped me realize my full potential. For this I am truly grateful.
Maggie Johansen: This week was unreal. I am so grateful I was able to take advantage of this opportunity. I grew so much as an individual and got to watch my other classmates grow as well. I have done things on this trip that I never thought I would ever do. I learned so much about myself and gained so much confidence during this journey. I learned to never doubt my abilities and to take charge when I need to. I wish every college kid would take this trip to understand the growth I had as an individual and how we grew so close as a team.
Tatum McMahon: I had the time of my life this week. I have learned so much regarding initiative and leadership. After the last seven days, I can say that I am comfortable being a leader. Before, I was unsure of myself and always let others take the lead. This is an impeccably important quality to life and because of this trip I am more confident in my work ethic and more comfortable in my decisions.
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