Samantha Wheeler

I am currently a psychology student studying at MSU trying for my bachelor’s degree. My end goal in my academic pursuit is to be a counselor for first responders or health care workers. I am trying to get practical experience in the field of helping those in crisis. I want to help people understand that even when everything in life seems against you there is still hope. This opportunity I believe would be rich experience in helping others and begin my own training in tense situations where emotions are high. Usually, I can function well in such circumstances and I honestly love listening to people. I firmly believe every single person has a story and that every story matters. I listen because I want to know people’s stories and, if I can, help them to see the beauty of their lives for themselves. Even in the worst of times there can be some light, sometimes you just have to look for it.