Reflections from MHA 2019 Orientation Week

Compiled by: Mackenzie Schutz (MHA ’19)
“The first day of orientation for the incoming MHA Class of 2019 included several introductions, an overview of MHA coursework and field trips, and an abundance of conversation. By the second day of orientation, our cohort had started to bond! Angie and Jay of the UI Adventure Challenge Course greeted the class with open arms and contagious energy and positivity. The first obstacle involved getting the cohort to stand on a tiny square platform without anyone falling off. We had a few minutes to decide how to complete the challenge and decided we would link arms and everyone would step up in unison.

This was the simplest challenge of the day, but one of the most meaningful for me. The brief act of stepping up together made me realize that we already trusted one another and truly symbolized partnerships and lifelong friendships in the making.”
-Hannah Fink (MHA ’19)
           




“The challenge course put us in several awkward positions where we had no other choice but to communicate and problem-solve with our classmates.” –Garret Danelz (MHA ’19)













“I need to make a good first impression on my fellow classmates, I really hope I don’t fall and land face first!” –Jonathan Ortega (MHA ’19)






















“My face is a possible expression of how prepared I am for the coming semester – thankfully I have Kenzie to remind me that it’ll all be okay!” –Ben Mohr (MHA ’19)
















“Leaning on and trusting each other already!” – Ashley Holston (MHA ’19)

















“I’m eager to grow and learn with such a talented and spirited circle of friends.


As a cohort, we all agreed that the Challenge Course was an excellent icebreaker and experiential learning opportunity. We anticipate many challenges in our first semester that, like the Challenge Course, will encourage us to work together and problem-solve. We couldn’t be more excited – here’s to a wonderful journey ahead!” – Mackenzie Schutz (MHA ’19)

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