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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 19, 2022 6:17:11 GMT
Interview with Active Allison Szetu - Quota 1
Today I had a wonderful conversation with Ally Szetu at Kerkhoff Patio. I was joined by my pledge brother Jack Carleton for the interview and we discussed a plethora of topics with Ally. We began by talking about her involvement in Bruin Ventures and the interesting way in which she found herself a member of the club. We also talked about her pledge experience and we learned about one of her pledge brothers, Ian. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and I look forward to the opportunity to speak with her again in the future.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 19, 2022 6:23:36 GMT
Interview with Active David Hernandez - Quota 1
Today I had a thoroughly enjoyable interview with David at Lu Valle Commons. My pledge brother Korra joined us and we talked about a variety of both professional and personal topics. We began by talking about our current class load, and our expectations for the quarter. We also took the time to talk about our shared enjoyment of Marvel films, and the recent disaster at the box office that was Morbius. I had a wonderful time talking with David and I appreciate the time he took out of his day to speak with me.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 19, 2022 21:59:10 GMT
Interview with Active Zz Khan - Quota 1
Today I had an extremely productive conversation with Zz Khan. We spoke with my pledge brother Jack as well about her affinity for thrift shopping and the best places to thrift shop in our area. We also talked about her passion for teaching minors about sexual health and lgbtq sex education. Her program here at UCLA that makes learning sex education more enjoyable for high school students in the area sounds so cool. Her passion for teaching disadvantaged youths and youth in the juvenile system is admirable. I had a wonderful time speaking with her and I look forward to the opportunity to do so again in the future.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 19, 2022 22:04:40 GMT
Interview with Active Cia Evangelio - Quota 1
Today I had a very chill talk with active Cia. We talked about our shared experiences swimming in high school and all of the different extracurriculars efforts we were involved with in high school. We also discussed her experiences with mock trial in high school and how it enabled her to be successful in Kappa Alpha Pi. Finally, we chatted about her love of video games and the video game fads that she has participated in over the years. I know Cia offered many interviews today and I am super grateful that she accommodated me. I look forward to the opportunity to speak to her again in the future.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 20, 2022 0:41:14 GMT
Interview with Active Narek Shakelian - Quota 1
Today I had wonderful conversation with Narek. We had a wonderful conversation about the pledge process and the Alpha Omicron experience for their quarter. We also talked about the yassification of people and things. We finished our conversation by talking about our favorite movies and reminiscing on the experiences of this weekend. I had a wonderful conversation with Narek and I look forward to speaking with him again soon.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 25, 2022 6:53:20 GMT
Interview with Active Megan Hoang - Quota 2
Last week I had the pleasure of speaking with Active Member Megan just before our pledge social was to be held. I met her outside of Saxon and we went to get food from the study together before we found a table at Rieber to sit down and talk. Our conversations ranged from topics including music to our parents' history and how they ended up where they did. I talked about my experiences with concerts throughout my life and Megan talked about how she only recently found the joy in going to concerts. She had the privilege of seeing BTS live twice. Furthermore, we talked about our music taste and she gave me a recommendation for an older Jack Harlow song. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my interview and I look forward to the opportunity to speak to her again soon.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 25, 2022 22:02:44 GMT
Interview with Active Eric Rousso - Quota 2
This morning I had a wonderful interview with active member Eric Rousso at 10 AM. We met at Kerckhoff patio where we enjoyed coffee and I ordered some food soup as well. We spoke about our experiences over the weekend with our Big Little Date, as he and his little watched the Nicholas Cage movie together which is exactly what I would expect from the two of them. We also talked about his older brothers and their respective career aspirations, specifically the fact that one of his brothers wants to become a lawyer as well. We also talked about his experiences with ADHD and how it affects his ability to take tests. I thoroughly enjoyed speaking with Eric and I look forward to the opportunity to speak with him again in the future.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 26, 2022 21:26:57 GMT
Interview with Active Jacob Chau - Quota 2
I had a wonderful time speaking with active member Jacob Chau yesterday. We spoke about his impending ACL surgery and the coincidence that I currently have two friends who are recovering from the same surgery. I hope his recovery is swift and his pain is minimal. We also talked about his experiences with the pledging process last fall. He gave me some good advice on how to approach aftermaths and I will most definitely keep this in mind moving forward. We also spoke about the ways in which our extended families are spread out across the US in my case, and the US and Canada in his case. I am extremely grateful that Jacob took the time out of his day to meet with me and I hope to speak with him again soon.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 26, 2022 21:33:41 GMT
Interview with Active Nathan Klassen - Quota 2
Nathan and I spoke over the weekend at the Luskin conference center about a variety of both serious and casual topics. We talked about our shared experience growing up in Northern California, and his club volleyball team which practiced in a town very close to my own. We also spoke about the recent French elections, and the future elections in America. We discussed our best guesses for the potential candidates chosen to represent each party. Lastly, the gave me sound advice to pass on to the professional chairs regarding our upcoming professional event. I know that the events can sometimes sneak up on you and I know my pledge class and I are grateful for all of the advice and help we may receive.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 26, 2022 21:39:44 GMT
Interview with Active Isabella Lok - Quota 2
I had the opportunity to speak with Isabella early last week and I appreciate her giving me the time to do so. We spoke about her experiences pledging and some of the rifts that formed within her pledge class. As far as I can tell, there appears to be some unsolved resentment between both Narek and Isabella. We also talked about Narek's implementation of yassification in his everyday life. Isabella is not a fan of her given yassified name and she expressed her distaste for the nickname "Isaboofa." I can sympathize with her especially given the fact that Juliana thought it appropriate to name me "Boofton" in her recent themed journal. Overall, I very much enjoyed the experience and I would love to talk to Isabella again in the near future.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 26, 2022 23:23:02 GMT
Interview with Active Naomi Haryono - Quota 2
Naomi and I had fantastic interview today outside of Kerckhoff. I am so thankful that she was able to fit me into her schedule. We talked about our shared appreciation for Rihanna, and my experience narrowly missing her presence. She also showed me her super cool Rihanna cursor on her computer. We also spoke about the very different experiences of pledging virtually and in person and she gave me very good advice that I will take with me for the remainder of the quarter. She is also Lucas's adopted big, so we talked about my experience with big/little weekend. Our interview felt so quick and I hope to have the opportunity to speak with Naomi in the future as I seriously enjoyed the experience.
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Post by coltonharrison on Apr 26, 2022 23:28:34 GMT
Interview with Active Ira Phatak - Quota 2
I had a very productive talk with the President herself, Ira Phatak today. She gave me wonderful advice on how to be a successful leader and how to use Robert's Rules effectively in a meeting. She also shared her experiences in the Kappa Alpha Pi and how she believes she has become a likable, but efficient leader. Lastly, I spoke with her regarding her time as a competitive gymnast in her youth. I was a competitive swimmer and it was great to speak with another former athlete who managed a similar commitment during high school. I am grateful that Ira was able to fit me into her busy schedule this week and I look forward to speaking with her again sometime in the near future.
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Post by coltonharrison on May 3, 2022 21:55:57 GMT
Interview with Active Elaine Kim - Quota 3
My conversation with Elaine on Sunday was so much fun. We spoke at the Hammer museum; it was great to find another potential study spot for the future. She and I spoke largely about our experiences pledging and how they differed and were similar. It is extremely reassuring to hear about her experience, because I know that the mistakes I make are expected. She provided me with great advice on how to deal with conflict in the group and I will most definitely implement her advice in the future. Lastly, we spoke about the famed filet-o-fish, and she complimented me on my effort. I had fantastic experience speaking with Elaine and I look forward to our future interactions.
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Post by coltonharrison on May 3, 2022 22:00:47 GMT
Interview with Active Iris Hong - Quota 3
Iris spoke with Daniel and I over Zoom yesterday. We had a very productive conversation, and it was great to see Daniel is surviving his isolation due to COVID. We initially spoke about TikTok's presence as a first person primary resource in conflicts and disasters all over the world. We considered how much more complete our understanding of the September 11th attacks would be had there been these viewpoints. We moved onto (slightly) less disturbing topics, by sharing our fears of needles and blood. The conversation meandered to our experiences with oral surgeries, specifically the removal of our wisdom teeth. I am extremely grateful that Iris took the time to speak with me and I look forward to our potential future interactions.
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Post by coltonharrison on May 3, 2022 22:16:32 GMT
Interview with Active Micah Mekbib - Quota 3
I spoke with Micah yesterday morning at Kerckhoff patio. I met her early in the morning because she had to get to work soon after. We spoke heavily about our shared love for Kanye West. I am envious that she has witnessed him perform live, and I hope that I will have the opportunity to do so sometime in the future. She showed me her painted water bottle, and I talked about my prized "My Beautiful Dar Twisted Fantasy" vinyl. After spending a good while talking about him, his music and his controversies, we changed the subject of the conversation to Kendrick Lamar. She asked me whether I thought DAMN was worthy of the Pulitzer, and while I do believe it is worthy of many awards and praise, I think it was an apology award for the lack of recognition for his work on "To Pimp a Butterfly." I loved speaking with Micah, and I am glad we found shared interests. I look forward to our future interactions.
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