We asked Alice what attracted her to CASA of East Tennessee: "I had already been looking for a volunteer opportunity that would enhance my learning as a social work student at UT, so when CASA came to give a presentation at one of my class seminars, I knew it’s what I’d been looking for. It gives so much valuable experience working with children and their families, advocating within the child welfare and legal system, and working with the court. Being a CASA volunteer has had its challenges, but it’s definitely been more rewarding than expected."
Alice also shared with us something that sticks out to her about being an advocate: "I’ve enjoyed forming relationships with the children and those who love them most. More specifically, I have loved witnessing cases where a biological parent has shown tremendous growth and is awarded their petition."
Alice loves to read (historical fiction, thrillers, and romance mostly) and spends time at the pool, going on walks, and she recently taught herself to crochet.
Alice moved to Knoxville in the fall of 2019 to begin her first semester at UT and is looking forward to moving to Latvia for 9 months to complete a Fulbright English teaching assistantship starting in September.
We are so grateful for you, Alice!