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Name:
Sarah (Morningstar) Nern
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Residence:
Williamsport, Indiana
Graduation Year:
2003
Major:
Chemistry
Minors:
Mathematics and Secondary Education
Why did you choose SJC?
When I was in high school, my mom enrolled in some
Nursing classes through the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing, and many of
her classes were at Saint Joseph's College. Every time I visited SJC's campus
with my mom, I always felt right at home. That's when I knew SJC was the
place for me. As a student, what were you involved in?
I had so many opportunities at SJC! I was involved
in three different theatrical productions, and I traveled to Greece for
ten days with my honors Core Three class - my first international experience.
I am involved with the SJC Education Club, for which I am the Secondary
Education Representative. I worked for the Chemistry Department since my
freshman year, and I participated in an internship with the American Institute
of Toxicology in Indianapolis, Indiana, the summer before my senior year.
I specifically assisted with developing a method for detecting different
types of anti-depressants in the human body. What are you doing now?
I am teaching Advanced Placement and College Prep Chemistry and Mathematics at Seeger Memorial Jr./Sr. High School in West Lebanon, Indiana.
How did SJC prepare you for the "real world"?
As a prospective Teacher, I had the opportunity
to participate in the Teaching Scholars Program here at SJC. Through TSP,
I had the opportunity to work with TI-92 plus calculators, TI Voyage 200
calculators, and CBL2 equipment to develop lessons for a local high school.
The lessons that I developed gave students the opportunity to use this same
technology. The Program gave me so much experience with developing lessons
that incorporate technology, and I learned how to manage classrooms and
students in a laboratory environment. It has also increased my confidence
for when I'm in front of the classroom
