By SheKenya Williams
My name is SheKenya Williams and I am a junior at UMKC where I am studying Theatre Performance. After I complete my Bachelor’s degree, I would like to get my teacher’s certification and eventually teach theatre at the elementary level. I chose UMKC because of its impressive Performing Arts Program which never fails to put on fun and interesting productions. I grew up in the Kansas City Missouri and graduated from Central High School. I have taken part in an organization called Young Women in Action where I mentored middle school girls to help keep them focused on academics rather than their appearances. By doing this, it helped them avoid distractions and it kept their sights on what is more important in life. The UMKC Women’s Center first caught my attention with their tabling events on campus. Every month the staff promotes an event which showcases an issue or important cause. The Women’s Center is always bringing something new to my attention and the attention the students and the community. I really look forward to taking part in future UMKC Women’s Centers events and spreading the news about women’s issues.