I chose Planned Parenthood for my local organization, having used thier services before I know how useful and easily it is. I beleive the work they do is crucial to women's continued control over their bodies and reproductive health. It is important to have an organization like this in the area, not only for the services they provide but for the comprehensive education they provide about family planning options.
They offer a wide range of services including birthcontrol, emergency contraception, HIV/STD testing, pregnancy testing, general healthcare, education and mens services as well. I would like to get to know more about this organization and become involved in the work they are doing within the community.
The Akron branch is located at 444 W. Exchange St.
Here is a link to their services and hours.
Monday, February 9, 2009
About Me
I am a third year student at the University of Akron, majoring in Psychology with a focus on women's studies (possibly a minor). Having just entered the psychology program last semester I am still figuring out where I want to go with my education. I will definitely be going into a masters program and am currently checking out programs involving gender conflict. I decided to enter psychology after taking a psychology of women course. This is where I found myself being truly intrigued and interested. This interest has only grown after taking a few more courses in this area. I am probably most interested in the social aspect of psychology and the interactions between people. I also self identify as a feminist, even though I have no time to be more active in this role, but I believe it is first important to take up the label.
Outside of my academic life, I work two jobs both of which have no serious room for growth. I am looking forward to moving on from those. I enjoy reading for pleasure when I can and am somewhat of a homebody, and an introverted individual. Although I do like to go out with friends and have intellectual discussions over glasses of wine :). I am also interested in anything French, and am currently studying the language. Of course there is more to me but it is difficult to put it into words so I will end here!
Outside of my academic life, I work two jobs both of which have no serious room for growth. I am looking forward to moving on from those. I enjoy reading for pleasure when I can and am somewhat of a homebody, and an introverted individual. Although I do like to go out with friends and have intellectual discussions over glasses of wine :). I am also interested in anything French, and am currently studying the language. Of course there is more to me but it is difficult to put it into words so I will end here!
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