Cathrine has applied to attend Ithaca Summer College Three Weeks this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Cathrine
Cathrine
Interest:
Liberal Arts
Grade:
11th
School:
The Scholars' Academy
Location:
Rockaway Park, NY
Successfully funded on April 30th, 2015!
Fully funded!
$5,280 raised
$0 to go
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Cathrine
Cathrine's Story

My passion is acting.

From a young age, I have never been afraid of audiences; stepping up on stages and speaking in front of crowds always gave me comfort rather than fright. I found my true passion for acting when I was in fifth grade. My school hosted an after school acting program, where I worked with other students on a performance that consisted of a collaboration of different musicals, including "Mary Poppins" and "Oliver Twist." I was able to take a character that we created and make it come to life, and I fell in love with acting.

Once I entered high school, I was able to audition for the amazing opportunity to be part of NYU Steinhardt Youth Theater Ensemble, and I was accepted. Here, I've met people who truly understood my love for acting because they all share the same passion as me. Additionally, I've been able to participate in The Stella Adler Outreach Division, which I am currently in my second year of. All these incredible experiences continue to bring me closer to my dream of making a career of acting.

Attending acting courses through the Three-Week Summer College at Ithaca will further improve my abilities as an actor. This prestigious program will allow me to be surrounded by fellow actors and would be a humbling experience that would amplify my drive and motivation. Attending Three-Week Summer College at Ithaca would honestly be a dream come true.

Leslie
A Note from Mrs. Kohn, Cathrine's Teacher

"Cathrine comes to every rehearsal ready to improve her craft and is always the first to go off-book. She views being off book as crucial to being able to explore her character and try out different acting tactics. When we were rehearsing for "12 Angry Men," she was off book within the first couple of weeks. The other students took notice and looked up to her even though she was only a freshman at the time. She led by example and encouraged the other actors to be more dedicated.

Cathrine is a very skilled young actress! She takes her craft very seriously and performs on a level that is well beyond her years. I can see how Cathrine could make a career out of being an actress and attending Three-Week Summer College at Ithaca would take her abilities to the next level."

Campaign Activity
Cathrine
Cathrine posted an update
September 11
My Life-changing summer at Ithaca

Entering this program I truly did not know what to expect, and I kept my expectations low to avoid disappointment, but as soon as I entered the program I learned that it wasn't necessary. I initially enrolled in this program to improve my acting, but I left having learned so much more about my craft, myself, and life. It is often said that you must face adversity first in order to find your true friends, and ironically I learned this first hand on my trip. On one of the hiking days, I unfortunately dislocated my knee. As I sat in Ithaca's local ER, I saw no bright side to the situation, but boy was I wrong. The next few days I would be introduced to a whole new group of friends, who I may have never met if I hadn't dislocated my knee. Melanie (a fellow Wishbone participant!) was one of the first that I met, when she saw me struggling up the stairs with my crutches and automatically helped me. I was lucky enough to meet the rest of the clan at a bonfire organized by the program. After the bonfire we hung out where I met Sarah, Kevin, and Marlon, perhaps my closest friends at the program. Sarah and I had clicked automatically for it was easy with her big heart, and warm personality, Marlon and Kevin were always the life of the party, always a pleasure to be around with their crazy and wild personalities, I surely never felt out of place. I can't forget Damarcus (a fellow actor), Monae, Yattie, Jerrelle, Arlene, Deanna, Viv, Jayda, Bari, Dhillon, Cole, and Raydy who perhaps helped me the most by pushing me in my wheelchair everyday to class, lunch, and dinner until I was able to walk on my own. All of these people each contributed something amazing to my trip and as a whole they made it one of my most memorable life experiences.

But I can't forget about what I came to Ithaca for; the acting! I felt this class truly helped me gain insight on my craft thanks to my incredibly wise instructor and my peers as well. Working with them everyday, I learned as I watched as well as when I participated. I don't think all the thank yous in the world could express how truly grateful I am for this experience. But nevertheless, thank you to you all, to Wishbone, to those who believed I deserved this opportunity, and to those I met that I will maintain relationships with and never forget; thank you from the bottom of my heart.

The friends I was blessed with when I needed them most; Kevin, Yattie, Me, Damarcus,  Marlon, and Sarah
The friends I was blessed with when I needed them most; Kevin, Yattie, Me, Damarcus, Marlon, and Sarah
Program Dinner Night Left to Right; Deanna, Britnee, Melanie, Me, Marlon, Sarah, Arlene
Program Dinner Night Left to Right; Deanna, Britnee, Melanie, Me, Marlon, Sarah, Arlene
Acting 1! My lovely fellow actors and instructor Barbara Anger!
Acting 1! My lovely fellow actors and instructor Barbara Anger!
Cathrine
Cathrine posted an update
July 17
Ithaca is "Gorges"

I am so glad to say that Ithaca has exceeded my expectations in every way possible. Not only did it live up to it's catchphrase --"Ithaca is Gorges" due to it's many gorges -- I also found so many other ways in which Ithaca and the school are gorgeous. My first day here I was welcomed with warm greetings, I did not feel out of place whatsoever and instead fed off of the bright and welcoming atmosphere. After arriving and receiving my room key, I went up and met my roommate, Michelle, one of the sweetest girls and the perfect roommate. Shortly after we had orientation, I met Liz and Mara. These two girls are a perfect reflection of the type of place Ithaca is. They are both so genuine and kindhearted and truly a pleasure to be around. I feel blessed to have found them and so quickly as well. But just like their warm and open spirits Ithaca college is the same. I feel comfortable in both my dorm with my RA's and fellow peers as well as in class. I am so beyond satisfied with my acting class. My instructor, Barbara Anger, is so wise and understanding, she grasps details that many of us miss in our acting exercises and I am gaining so much insight from her. On top the already amazing class I get to partake in, the program has organized many extra activities for us that allow us to truly get a taste of Ithaca college and gain an abundance of new friends. Our most recent trip was to the Taughannock Falls, where we took a hike, reached the waterfalls, and were met with a mist of refreshing water. They say that sometimes the mist of the Taughannock Falls whispers the secret of the land and I truly felt like I was part of something secretive, so serene and in the moment. I have found I am experiencing many moments like this in Ithaca and they are teaching me things both about myself and the world that I never noticed before. I feel myself growing as this journey progresses and I can't wait to see what else is in store.

(From left to right) Me, Sam, Britnee, Liz, Mara: The four great friends I made
(From left to right) Me, Sam, Britnee, Liz, Mara: The four great friends I made
The Ithaca Ale House One: of the many artsy structures we saw on our first night in town
The Ithaca Ale House One: of the many artsy structures we saw on our first night in town
Taughannock Falls
Taughannock Falls
Cathrine
Cathrine posted an update
June 22
Counting down the days to Ithaca!

Almost everything is set in place and there are only three short weeks until I set off on my journey! Excited doesn't even come close to describing the colorful pallet of feelings I have about attending this program. Every summer, I watched my friends go off on journeys to places I never was able to visit. But for the first time ever, I'm doing what I want, not a compromise or a second choice, and I can't believe it. I am forever grateful for this opportunity and all those that believed in me enough to support my voyage of reaching my dream. These three weeks will be the first time I will be away from home so long without my mother, and even though the idea may be frightening to some, I am ready to face it head on. I can not wait to meet new friends who share the same interests as me and most of all I can't wait to expand my craft. All I want to do is act, it's the fire within me and discovering it also helped me discover the true definition of passion. To be able to study it at Ithaca College alongside motivated peers and a wonderful instructor is more than I could ask for at this point of my life. I can't wait to experience everything awaiting me and also share it with all of you!

Success! Mrs. Kohn helped Cathrine raise $5,280
April 30
Anonymous donated $1,385
April 30
Frank Murro donated $25
April 29

Everyone needs a chance to succeed. Best of luck.

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Anonymous donated $25
April 27

Make your wish come true Kasiu!!!!!!!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Carrie James donated $50
April 22

I enjoyed your performance in this year's performance of Earnest. Best of luck to you!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $50

mary beth dawson donated $50
April 22

I worked with Cathrine on school leadership and was very impressed by her poise and maturity. I have a Scholars' Alum and a current Scholar. These young students are truly role models. Best of luck to Cathrine.

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $50

Kim Barget donated $25
April 22

This is in honor of my friend Spence Halperin who has asked that we make donations for his upcoming 60th birthday. I met Spence in Drama Club in HS and we have many special memories. We love theatre and wish you the best of everything.

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Kristin Cangemi donated $25
April 21

Hoping all of your dreams come true!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Monika Jaskowska donated $40
April 20

I believe in you ;)

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $40

Sandy Shalom donated $50
April 20
Amilton Furtado donated $50
April 18

Because I wish a victorious future, for Cathrine!

Ivone Angola donated $25
April 15

God Bless you Cathrine!way to go!your dream will come true😍

Paulo Werneck Coelho donated $80
April 14

Always make your dreams a reality and never give them up .
God bless you.
Paulo

Saul Tawil donated $300
April 14
Agnieszka Desposito donated $10
April 12
Anonymous donated $200
April 7
Randy Ramsaywack donated $10
April 3
Anonymous donated $200
March 25
Ithaca College
Ithaca College donated $2,490
March 25
Leslie
Mrs. Kohn started this campaign
March 25
Cathrine
Cathrine was accepted into Wishbone!
February 4