July 4-9, I had the opportunity, along with nearly 80 other girls to attend the 2022 American Legion Auxiliary Colorado Girls State. This truly was one of the most rewarding and enjoyable experiences I have ever been able to partake in.

Throughout the week, I was able to make new friends, learn new things and develop new passions! During my stay at the University of Northern Colorado campus, I was able to listen to dozens of motivational speakers from women who hold local and state offices within Colorado, Justice Melissa Hart, representatives from the Daniels and Boettcher scholarships, Seren...