Where are you originally from? What is your major and expected graduation year? I am from Artesia, New Mexico. I am majoring in Psychology and plan to graduate in May 2020. What do you plan on doing after graduation? I plan to move to Oklahoma and hopefully find a job working with children. Why did you choose to intern at …
Spring 2020 Intern Spotlight: Taylor
Where are you originally from? What is your major and expected graduation year? I’m originally from Lantana, Texas which is just a few minutes outside of Denton, Texas. I’m a Public Relations major and I’m expected to graduate in August 2020! What do you plan on doing after graduation? My current plan is to move back to Denton and pursue …
Spring 2020 Intern Spotlight: Hannah
Where are you originally from, your major, and expected graduation year? From: Seminole, Texas Major: Human Development and Family Studies Graduation Date: May 2020 What do you plan on doing after graduation? I honestly do not know. I hope to be able to work at a place like BBBS and a place that helps those in the community. Why did …
National Mentoring Month
January is one of our favorite months at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lubbock, but not because of the cold weather and coffee! We love January because it is National Mentoring Month! This month is a great time for us to thank past and present mentors as well as share with you the great benefits of becoming a mentor. It …
The Story of Colton and Jeremiah
On July 30, 2018 Big Brother, Colton met Little Brother, Jeremiah for the first time. Since that summer day, they have spent every month having fun getting to know each other. This mentorship was built on friendship and potential! Jeremiah was looking for a Big Brother that he could have fun with and make lots of memories together. After three …
The Story of Two Friends: Campbell and Crystal
Campbell (left) and Crystal (right) Big sister Campbell and Little sister Crystal were matched in April of 2018 and their match has grown into a meaningful friendship. Their unique match has been impactful not only for Crystal, but for Campbell as well. Crystal needed a Big Sister who would help with homework and be a consistent part of her life. Campbell …
Fall 2019 Intern Spotlight: Eliana
Where are you originally from? What is your major and expected graduation year?I am a born and raised, Lubbock local. My major is Media Strategies and will graduate in May 2020. What do you plan on doing after graduation?Currently, I am looking at different career paths both in Lubbock and outside, to pursue a position in the Advertising industry. Why did …
Fall 2019 Intern Spotlight: Leighann
Where are you originally from? What is your major and expected graduation year?I am from Abilene Texas. I am a Human Development and Family Studies Major graduating in December 2019. What do you plan on doing after graduation?I am going to be working for Aflac. Why did you choose to intern at BBBS Lubbock?My best friend’s mom works for the BBBS …
Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst Joins National BBBS Board of Directors
Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst has had a deep commitment to youth and supports the Big Brothers Big Sisters mission. Cheslie’s time serving on the Board of Directors for BBBS of Central Carolinas has lead her to be elected to join the Board of Directors on a national level. Cheslie is not only Miss USA; she is an attorney, specializing …
Fall 2019 Intern Spotlight: Alex
Where are you originally from? What is your major and expected graduation year?Born and raised in El Paso, Texas. Human Development and Family Studies; December 2019. What do you plan on doing after graduation?I want to go to Medical School for Pediatric Psychiatry or Graduate School for Development Psychology. Why did you choose to intern at BBBS Lubbock?Wanting to pursue a …