WSD Alumni

The Power of Hands-On Learning: Reflections on Waldorf Education

The Power of Hands-On Learning: Reflections on Waldorf Education

As a Senior Software Engineer at Amazon Web Services, my work now revolves around solving complex real world problems through theoretical knowledge and practical implementation. Much like building a trebuchet, software development requires breaking down big abstract problems (how to fling a pumpkin) into small components (the Trebuchet base, sling, length of the arm, counterweight, etc), pushing things to the limit to see what breaks and troubleshooting to fix it. The school gave me the mindset to approach challenges with curiosity and creativity. It encouraged me to deconstruct problems and figure out how things work—a mindset that was essential when I transitioned to high school and beyond

Crafting Curiosity: The Lasting Impact of Waldorf on My Creative Path

Crafting Curiosity: The Lasting Impact of Waldorf on My Creative Path

When I meet someone who also went to a Waldorf school, I immediately recognize our common foundations, thus, a common understanding of shared emotional intelligence by living through life thinking deeply and intentionally. We lack codependency with technology, we are unapologetic about who we are, and, most importantly, we are curious about the world in whatever form that may be. I, for example, have always been interested in the human condition. This is why I chose to pursue a career in writing, creating, and performing to fulfill my desire to explore what makes us human. I recently graduated from NYU with a BFA in Drama and I now have a community in NYC mixed with talented artists with whom I create, work, and perform in the late hours of the day after clocking out of our day jobs.