We are so thankful to have the support of our Spring interns! Learn a little more about them below:
Emma Anderson - Development Intern
My name is Emma Anderson and I'm a Development Intern with CASA of Tarrant County! I'm finishing up my senior year at Texas Christian University and will be graduating this May with a degree in Communication Studies with minors in both Political Science as well as Women & Gender Studies. I'm originally from the suburbs of Chicago but have loved calling Texas my home for the past four years. One fun fact about me is that I LOVE the super bowl halftime show and look forward to it every year (bonus fact: though Rhianna's performance was amazing, Lady Gaga's halftime show still reigns supreme in my eyes). I decided to intern with CASA because it is clear in all of their work how mission-driven this organization is. CASA creates real change in real lives, and I am honored that I get to contribute to a small part of that big change.
Maria Fuqua - Development Intern
I’m Maria Fuqua and I’m from San Jose, California. I am a senior at TCU studying Marketing and Management at the Neeley School of Business. I decided to intern at CASA because I love what the organization stands for. Being familiar with its mission, I could see the difference it makes in the lives of abused and neglected children in Tarrant County, and I wanted to be a part of that service to them. A fun fact about me is that I love to travel and when I was studying abroad last year in London, I saw Prince William and Princess Kate at Windsor Castle!
Mackenzie Preston - Grants Intern
My name is Mackenzie Preston and I am a social work intern with CASA! I am a first year Master of Social Work student at Texas Christian University. I am originally from Seattle, WA, but have called Texas home for the past six years. A fun fact about myself is that I love animals so much and hope to one day live on an entirely self-sustaining farm! I chose to intern at CASA because I am passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals, particularly abused and neglected children. Working at CASA, an organization that shares this same mission, has provided an incredible opportunity for me to enhance my skills and knowledge while making a difference in the lives of children. CASA’s promise and vision aligns with my personal and professional values, as I strongly believe that every child deserves to be safe and have access to the resources necessary to lead a happy and healthy life.