Joseph Fitzgerald Groton

About me:

I am a graduate of the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, with a B.A. in Global Studies and a minor in Political Science. My education was broad-- covering themes across economics, politics, and culture in many unique contexts-- which I believe equipped me with valuable skills and knowledge that I can use as I navigate the world around me. But while my education allowed me to develop a wide range of skills, I feel that there is one that I am especially proud of: writing. I have considered myself to be a strong writer from an early age, but the challenges that I overcame and goals that I achieved while writing in university proved to be more significant than I had realized, making me understand that writing is not just something that I had to do for school, but rather a genuine passion that I would like to do for a living. On a "micro" level, I see writing as a gift that keeps on giving; no matter how much one has learned and achieved, there is always more to be done and more to be improved. And if one realizes this and embraces it, they will forever be captivated by the opportunity to grow along the way. On a "macro" level, I see writing as one of humanity's greatest achievements in both a practical and a creative sense. Writing allows us to interpret the world in unlimited ways as it is equally furnished to inform as well as inspire; for instance, writing can be used to articulate complex ideas in a way that is digestible for the masses, but it can also be used to tell a beautiful story about friends, family, or a pleasant environment. The sky is truly the limit and while I have explored these endless possibilities in a great capacity thus far, I feel both humbled and pleased that I still have a long way to go. This portfolio aims to showcase my abilities as a writer at this point in time, featuring works that I believe demonstrate not only my skills, but also my desire to improve constantly. 

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