Santa Clara University

Alumni Update: Colette Hellenkamp

Semester Studied at Casa: Fall 2003
University Name, Year To Graduate: Saint Louis University, May 2005

Current Work / Volunteer position: I am working as the RA of the Spanish House on campus, speaking un montón of Spanish and trying to cultivate positive, healthy community from the lessons I learned with my dear friends at the Casa. I'm also doing my senior Social Work practicum with the Center for Survivors of Torture and War Trauma, working with
refugee and immigrant children and their families.

Update: Yes, I'm still in love with life and with people! I am trying to live each day slowly and fully, with my eyes and heart and mind wide open. Y todavía yo les vengo a ofrecer mi corazon...

Colette (right) with Casa alum Jenn Errante, taking time to play together in the sun.