Scholars of Color- Jen Vincent
What is Scholars of Color?
It is a platform in which scholars of color are purposefully celebrated. It’s a space where scholars of color are showcased front and center. It is a digital space where we feel empowered and resilient. Let us get to know each other. Let us cheer each other on AND show the world what we have to offer.
Let us now welcome Jen Vincent to the Scholars of Color space!
Name: Jen Vincent
Location: Mundelein, Illinois
Gender Pronouns: she/her/ella
What's your current occupation? (i.e. Student, Scientist, Coach, In transition, etc.): Writer, Teacher, Entrpreneur
Without positions or titles, how would you describe yourself?: A relentless, optimistic, adventurer. A lover of life. A Story Explorer!
What are you passionate about?: I am passionate about helping people live big by bringing people together to explore their stories in honest, authentic, empowering ways.
What does the representation of Scholars of Color mean to you?: Representing Scholars of Color is an honor because I know the strength and tenacity it takes to be a first generation Latina who earned her Bachelor's and her Master's and National Board certification. I'm proud to represent and hope other first generation Latinas will be inspired by me and my story.
If people are interested in getting connected to you, how can they?: I'd love to connect with you! *high five* You can find me on Instagram @storyexploratory, email me at storyexploratory@gmail.com, and visit my website at storyexploratory.com.
Anything else you would like us to know?: If you are reading this, please know that you matter. Your story matters. Everything you have experienced up until this very minute has made you the resilient, brilliant force that you are today. People, places, and experiences - good or bad - have shaped you but they do not define you. Keep sharing your light and spreading the love and sending waves of change out into the world.
Thank you Jen for sharing space with us!
Stay tuned everyone for more Scholars of Color profiles. Interested in being showcased yourself? Please email the Scholars of Color team at scholarsofcolor@reclaimingyourhappiness.com and we will get back to you shortly.
