Tuesday, December 28, 2010
A little bit about me! While i was at college...
Friday, November 19, 2010
Bringing diversity in a larger community!
http://www.grandforksherald.com/event/article/id/183951/
Published November 18 2010
A learning experience
Nepal native becomes first woman in her village to receive college education as she excels at UMC
For Nepal native Lhakpa Gurung, education is a gift to pass on to others. Gurung, who grew up in the mountain village of Mustang, will graduate from the University of Minnesota-Crookston in May with a degree in early childhood education. She is the first in her family of eight to earn a college degree and, as far as she knows, the first woman from her village to receive a college education.
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UMC's Lhakpa Gurung, Nepal, has received a Scholarly Excellence in Equity and Diversity and a Tapestry award from the main campus U of M. Herald photo by Eric Hylden.
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CROOKSTON — For Nepal native Lhakpa Gurung, education is a gift to pass on to others.
Gurung, who grew up in the mountain village of Mustang, will graduate from the University of Minnesota-Crookston in May with a degree in early childhood education. She is the first in her family of eight to earn a college degree and, as far as she knows, the first woman from her village to receive a college education.
Gurung wants to use that education to teach women and children in her village and to improve the educational system there.
“Teaching is my passion,” she said. She has been interested in teaching since she was a child, Gurung said.
This summer, Gurung went home to her village and taught young people about the importance of agriculture, the basics of capitalism and how entrepreneurs add value to the marketplace.
“I always think, ‘Education is important in life.’” Gurung said. “If you have an education, nobody can steal it from you.” She has seen the effect that a lack of education has had on some of her family members, she said.
Gurung appreciates that her father, who is a farmer growing potatoes, wheat, barley and mustard, and her mother, a homemaker, believe in the importance of education, even though they aren’t educated themselves.
Her parents also are pleased with the academic accomplishments and awards she has earned during her three and a half years at UMC.
In October, Gurung received the University of Minnesota Women of Color 2010 Tapestry Award which is given to students who help create a thriving campus community where diversity is welcomed and supported. Gurung student-teaches in Crookston schools and at the child development center on campus, belongs to several campus organizations and is a residential hall manager.
She also talks with other students and members of the Crookston community about the importance of having women of color in positions in which they can be a role model, a UMC news release said.
Besides the Tapestry Award, Gurung also recently was named a Scholarly Excellence in Equity and Diversity award winner by the University of Minnesota. Award recipients are diverse students who represent impressive achievement and leadership in academic activism, and/or community outreach and activism, UMC said.
The UMC faculty and her advisers have given Gurung a lot of one-on-one academic support and helped her see the many opportunities available to her, she said. Her younger brother and a cousin have followed in her footsteps and also are attending UMC; her younger sister also plans to attend after she graduates from high school.
“It’s very fortunate for us to get an education in America,” Gurung said.
Reach Bailey at (701) 787-6753; (800) 477-6572, ext. 753; or send e-mail to abailey@gfherald.com.
Published November 18 2010
A learning experience
Nepal native becomes first woman in her village to receive college education as she excels at UMC
For Nepal native Lhakpa Gurung, education is a gift to pass on to others. Gurung, who grew up in the mountain village of Mustang, will graduate from the University of Minnesota-Crookston in May with a degree in early childhood education. She is the first in her family of eight to earn a college degree and, as far as she knows, the first woman from her village to receive a college education.
.
UMC's Lhakpa Gurung, Nepal, has received a Scholarly Excellence in Equity and Diversity and a Tapestry award from the main campus U of M. Herald photo by Eric Hylden.
More...
Project Connect offers outstretched hand to area homeless, near-homeless
Officials weigh cost of building a new library
Judge says woman who aided in Gilby bank robbery was a pawn
CROOKSTON — For Nepal native Lhakpa Gurung, education is a gift to pass on to others.
Gurung, who grew up in the mountain village of Mustang, will graduate from the University of Minnesota-Crookston in May with a degree in early childhood education. She is the first in her family of eight to earn a college degree and, as far as she knows, the first woman from her village to receive a college education.
Gurung wants to use that education to teach women and children in her village and to improve the educational system there.
“Teaching is my passion,” she said. She has been interested in teaching since she was a child, Gurung said.
This summer, Gurung went home to her village and taught young people about the importance of agriculture, the basics of capitalism and how entrepreneurs add value to the marketplace.
“I always think, ‘Education is important in life.’” Gurung said. “If you have an education, nobody can steal it from you.” She has seen the effect that a lack of education has had on some of her family members, she said.
Gurung appreciates that her father, who is a farmer growing potatoes, wheat, barley and mustard, and her mother, a homemaker, believe in the importance of education, even though they aren’t educated themselves.
Her parents also are pleased with the academic accomplishments and awards she has earned during her three and a half years at UMC.
In October, Gurung received the University of Minnesota Women of Color 2010 Tapestry Award which is given to students who help create a thriving campus community where diversity is welcomed and supported. Gurung student-teaches in Crookston schools and at the child development center on campus, belongs to several campus organizations and is a residential hall manager.
She also talks with other students and members of the Crookston community about the importance of having women of color in positions in which they can be a role model, a UMC news release said.
Besides the Tapestry Award, Gurung also recently was named a Scholarly Excellence in Equity and Diversity award winner by the University of Minnesota. Award recipients are diverse students who represent impressive achievement and leadership in academic activism, and/or community outreach and activism, UMC said.
The UMC faculty and her advisers have given Gurung a lot of one-on-one academic support and helped her see the many opportunities available to her, she said. Her younger brother and a cousin have followed in her footsteps and also are attending UMC; her younger sister also plans to attend after she graduates from high school.
“It’s very fortunate for us to get an education in America,” Gurung said.
Reach Bailey at (701) 787-6753; (800) 477-6572, ext. 753; or send e-mail to abailey@gfherald.com.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Woman of color
I always remember the event which taught me that I am a woman of color. It took place in a preschool classroom among three, four and five year old children. I clearly remember when one of the children said, “You look different, I do not understand what you are saying. Your name is Yucky”. I was astonished, struck rigid, and voiceless, not a word could I speak. Tears silently rolled down my face. I had never come across such situation. It made me feel so different from others in the classroom. Then I realized, these are innocent children who have recognized I am different from what they know. I am now OK with these feelings. I felt proud of myself that I am giving these children a chance to experience people, like me, a woman from a different race, culture and values. I am happy to see myself helping the community learn my culture, race, tradition, norms, and values and I in turn, am learning about others.
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Dream comes true! believe me...
I was always scare to dream big, thinking that it will never come true...When i was a little girl, my dream was to have a barbie doll, which was too expensive at that time in Nepal. When i was in middle school, my dreams varied. When i was finishing up my high school, my dream was to go study abroad...And it all came true. But as i grew older, my dream became bigger and deeper. I have always wanted to be an educator and help my village in the best way i can. I feel like i am not that far from achieving these dreams if i stay motivated, strong and positive. So, i would like to encourage others to continue dreaming, even though you feel like it is "it just a dream". You Have the power and courage to make it possible, nothing is impossible, its just the thinking that makes it impossible. I believe and want to be a useful person in life...And it will be little easier, if i have the support from others.
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