Involvement: Volleyball, Proctor, Asian Student Collective

“Hi, I’m Joon and I came to Walker’s in 9th grade and have been boarding since. Being a Cicerone means being someone families can remember from Walker’s. Inviting people into and sharing Walker’s is a privilege and I enjoy meeting all the new families from all around the world. I also feel like Admission is a lot easier from a student’s standpoint when people who are your age and understand you are touring and talking with you. It feels like a lot less pressure. I hope I can rightfully show the joy and sisterhood that Walker’s has to offer to our prospective students.”

What is your favorite class and why?

English, because creative writing and reading are my favorite things to do.

What is a unique experience you’ve had at Walker’s that you didn’t think you’d be involved in when arriving at Walker’s?

I definitely didn’t think I was going to be a Proctor coming into freshman year. But living in the same dorm for two years made me so much closer with my dorm parents that not applying to be a Proctor didn’t seem like an option!

What is your favorite part of your typical day at Walker’s? What do you look forward to every day?

I look forward to volleyball practice after school and the walk back from dinner when you get to see the sunset and pass by friends you might not have expected to see.

What is your favorite part about being a boarder?

Becoming as close as a family with your roommates and suitemates.

What advice would you give to an incoming Walker’s student?

Always try new sports, especially if you are with your friends. It broadens your experience and you might discover a love for something you didn’t know about.

What do you think is the biggest benefit of attending school at Walker’s?

The class size and closeness to your teachers.

How do you feel you have grown (academically, emotionally, mentally) since your first day at Walker’s?

I’ve become much more outgoing and willing to try new things, as well as much more responsible and independent with my schoolwork.

How do you think Walker’s has prepared you for your future?

I’ve learned so many useful things through the Capabilities Approach Program and also simple life skills through boarding and living in a more “college-like” environment.

What is your favorite thing to do in your free time?

Read outside on the chairs with friends.