Today we’re highlighting Amy ‘21, Chelle ‘22 and Marina ‘21, three more of our EDUC 2610 co-facilitators and this week’s #HumansofCDP! Here’s what these three have to say about CDP and one another:
Why CDP?
Amy:
I learned about EDUC 2610 while searching for more thought-provoking discussion based courses that provided an opportunity for intimate conversations with peers. I absolutely loved the genuine and vulnerable conversations that the CDP space cultivated when taking the class, and that’s what drew me to return as a facilitator. I’m incredibly grateful for the privilege of being in a space with peers where we can each share our true selves while striving to better understand others.
What is your favorite thing about your co-facilitators?
Chelle:
Amy and Marina bring such unique perspectives and fun to the section! Amy brings a fresh set of eyes to our lesson planning and is always thinking about how we can make our students’ experiences the best they can be. Marina is very grounded as a facilitator, but she’s also always open to learning and adapting. I think working together with our different facilitation styles has made us all stronger facilitators, both individually and as cos.
What is the most rewarding part of being a CDP facilitator?
Marina:
It’s hard to pick just one rewarding part of being a CDP facilitator. Since facilitating my first time, I knew CDP would become my favorite community here at Cornell. CDP has helped me become more educated on social issues, and to think more critically about the systems I am a part of. CDP has also allowed me to ask questions about my own identities and the role they play in how I navigate the world, while also learning from other people’s lived experiences. CDP has been a home for me, not only because I feel like my ideas are always welcomed and encouraged, but because I feel like I can be my true self in this space.