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We asked each one of them to make a statement about the BSW program. So I'll call their
name and then I will read their words. Mackenzie Johnson, "The skills I've gained through my
BSW experience have been both empowering and life-altering. I've learned how to effectively
communicate with various groups of people, how to advocate on behalf of others, how to
understand, educate, and work to approach the systems that oppress and marginalize,
and how to incorporate all of the above while empowering individuals and groups to create
their own change. I have learned that my skills will benefit me in all facets of life, both
professionally and personally, and most importantly, that I'll never be done learning." Additionally,
because of the network that was developed through Mackenzie's field experience, she
has recently been hired as the Executive Director of The Arc of Iowa.