The Final Session

On Wednesday the 13th of July our little group concluded the Budapest 2011 program with our final presentations... After six weeks of diligent, challenging, and fulfilling work we found ourselves out of time. It has been so insanely, unquestionably fun, and we were all sad to see it come to an end. However, before we all bid our farewells as we each went our separate ways, we had one last round of presentations. Joined by our two gracious guests, Aron of Fruit of Care, Daniel of Stanford (yes that Stanford), and Mr. Sandor Koles, we each preceded to give our presentations regarding what work we had accomplished for our respective internships.


After working for Fruit of Care for the past six weeks, Michael and Jordan give their final thoughts and recommendations concerning the path that Fruit of Care should take in the future. Met with great enthusiasm by their guest, their suggestions were nothing short of highly informed and full of potential. They had not only done their job, but with the help of the knowledge gained through the program, they had done their job well.


Next up was our very own Chelsea Bailey. She did an incredible job presenting her work on the Rural Workshop Foundation to not only the class but also to the very attentive Mr. Sandor Koles. Her diligent task of translating the website for the organization was nothing short of daunting but was completed in both a timely and impressive manner. Another point for the students of Budapest 2011.



Next stop was Ms. Sarah Chang. After weeks of working with CEE Web, her recommendations on how exactly to make the organization more efficient were profound in the very least. After a short time explaining the role of the organization in today's world, it became clear to all those listening just how important the work of this organization was to the future of biodiversity and to that of the environment as a whole. Another point for the students.


Last but certainly not least was Mr. Daniel Jakus presenting his findings and recommendations for Habitat for Humanity Hungary. Wearing a fantastic suit and rocking a great attitude, Mr. Jakus saw too it that the program had a fitting conclusion as he talked about all the great work Habitat has done and continues to do. One of the best endings the Budapest program could have had? Maybe... But yest it was probably the best way to end it...


After a quick shopping spree for the products of Fruit of Care, it was time for our farewell dinner. It was now time for one last goodbye (even though we a reflection class in the morning)... It had been tremendously fun. We had met so many terrific people. And we had learned more than we ever thought possible. We had made new friends and acquaintances. It had only been six weeks, but we had done so much... Thank you for following us for the duration of this program. We appreciate your support and you interest! Spread the word about his program! It deserves it!!!

Sincerely yours,

The Breakfast Club (Budapest 2011)