Getting to Know Outstanding Ph.D Award Recipient: Danielle Lawson<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How do you feel about winning the Outstanding Ph.D Student Award?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
I was honored and surprised to be chosen! Our department has multiple deserving Ph.D. students, and it meant a lot that I was the choice for this past year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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What made you decide to major in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management & why did you want to get your Ph.D?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Where do you get your personal motivation?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
My motivation comes from my desire to help forge connections between people and the natural world. Although, on those days that I am lacking motivation, I lean on the satisfaction of seeing a completely finished to-do list, then take time for myself at the end of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What has been a highlight of your time at NC State as of yet?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The highlight of my time at NCSU has been getting to work with so many different people from various backgrounds, professions, interests, and more. I love getting to learn about other people's stories, and forging connections with those people when possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What has been the biggest \"life lesson\" you've had on your Ph.D journey?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
I cannot do it all! It is fun to get to say \"yes\" to as many opportunities as possible, but it is more important to try to find a sense of balance in life so that you do not burn out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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What is your dream job?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
To work in a position where I can help find ways to build community through youth in order to promote social change. I could see this being in the role of a professor, consultant, etc.<\/p>\n"},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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