Kara Guckenberger

I desire to connect with an organization that educates the public about issues in the Jewish community. I wish to help further the understanding of Jewish culture, history and current issues. I believe I could make a difference by increasing the audience which supports such an organization. I could also increase the financial giving to such an entity by publicly speaking to an audience. I excel when presenting in front of others because my passion is contagious. I bring an approach that is my very own. I view the world from a position of empathy and employ this tool to provoke others to see their world in a different light. This makes me a consensus builder. I create unity by supporting people to speak with one voice. I eliminate splintering within a corporation by narrowing the criteria for the focus that dictates the main objective of the organization.

I intend to pursue my PhD

Aside from what I have stated as professional, I consider my love of Judaic Studies as well as my advocacy for arts education to be hobbies too. I still play classical piano. I practice meditation and study Buddhism for personal enrichment. I enjoy cooking, which I do six days week. I love traveling to France, which I do each year. I have a fascination with self-defense and have taken many courses on the subject. I journal and am currently working on a book. I have one daughter who is fantastic to be around. I have an amazing husband who is my champion. I also have a pug that brings me endless laughter. I live in an urban environment because I adore architecture and the urban lifestyle that brings diversity with it. My home is a sanctuary because it is all white and filled with art and simplicity.