This is my first week interning at the Rodham Institute affiliated with Georgetown University working in public health. Over the course of six weeks I will be doing various activities mostly related to the betterment of children’s health in the underserved communities of DC.
The outside of MedStar Health Center
I started my internship on Tuesday June 18th and I have already been able to experience a lot of what DC has to offer. On Tuesday I met with my mentor, Tracie Bass for lunch and then with Dr.Gigi at the MedStar Health Center. It was very helpful to meet Tracie in person and I cannot wait to continue working with her.
Georgetown University
Then on Wednesday I was not needed, so I took some time to explore the area which I am staying for three weeks. I was able to go to my favorite grocery store, Trader Joes which is about a 30 minute walk from the house, or a 10 minute bike ride. That evening I was able to visit Georgetown University with the host of the house I am staying in.
Coloring station I worked at for kids to draw “what a smile means to you.”
On Thursday, I met with Tracie and more women from the Rodham Institute. I will be working with each of them throughout my internship. I worked with one woman on Saturday volunteering with Colgate at the Barbecue Battle festival in which we offered free dental check-ups to children. We were supposed to be there from 12-4 but it was 105 degrees out, so we had to shut down about 30 minutes early.
Next week I should be doing more work with Dr.Gigi, as well as participating in the Women’s Strike on Monday June 24th.
-Paige Sharp
Love to hear all the people with whom you able to connect! Glad you are also exploring the area. Looking forward to reading more about your time at The Rodham Institute. Stay frosty!