Elisabeth Hinshaw-Osgood

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First, I lived in Italy for 3 years as a kid. I went to Italian schools and learned to speak Italian fluently which helped broaden my foreign languages later.

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Then, I attended California State University, Fullerton majoring in French because my friend went there as well. I loved the experience of getting to experience living in "real" apartments.

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Then, during my attendance at Cal State University, Fullerton, I worked at the campus library. There I managed to gain friendships with my coworkers and boss and still remain in touch with them.

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Then, after graduating, I went on to travel to Europe for 9 months. Initially I wanted to stay longer, but knew I couldn't. When I came back home, I applied to become a Peace Corp Volunteer.

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Then, I got my first job as a librarian at Pomona Library. It was pretty simple for me to get this job as I already had 18 months of experience of working at CSUF.

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Then, after working as a Peace Corps Volunteer, I went on to return back home to Claremont and work at Honnold Library. I continued to work at Honnold Library until I went on to graduate school.

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While studying at School for International Training I became an International Student Advisor. The job helped me connect with students and learn more about different cultures.

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Then, while working at The Claremont Graduate School, I met my husband there. After graduate school, we got married and had two kids together. My family is a milestone I am proud of.