by Nicoline Hansen
Emma Fleming is one, out of two, of the Prospectus’ editors. She is majoring in English literature and is hoping to earn a double degree from UIUC in English Literature and Socio-Cultural Anthropology. Her favorite thing about attending Parkland College is the investment everyone has in each other. “Everyone I’ve worked with here is not only professional, but also insanely friendly and helpful,” Emma says. This is something she has noticed in her bosses, professors, coworkers, as well as in her peers. After her time at both Parkland College and UIUC, Emma hopes to continue on to law school. “I have always had an interest in human rights law,” she states.
When asked to state three interesting facts about herself, Emma mentions her obsession with the animated sitcom ‘Bob’s Burgers’. “I am pretty sure I’ve seen every episode at least 12 times,” she adds. Furthermore, she enjoys yoga and has written poetry since the age of 10. Travelling is also something our editor enjoys. Though it is hard for her to pick only one travel destination, the choice lands on Ireland, as this is where her heritage tracks back to.
Though this is Emma’s first semester as the editor for the Prospectus, she has been a part of the team since last semester where she worked as a reporter. I asked our newly initiated editor whom she would choose to interview if she could pick any person in the world. The choice landed on both Tyehimba Jess and Kurt Vonnegut. “They both are literary geniuses for completely different reasons,” she explains.
Emma mentions that especially the creativity and the diversity within the team is something that makes the Prospectus stand out from the other student organizations at Parkland College. “It’s really neat to be surrounded by a group of creative minds.” As the new editor for the newspaper, Emma is looking forward to the experience that she will acquire. She sees her new position as a great learning opportunity. As a piece of advice for students who are considering joining the Prospectus, Emma recommends just going for it. “Do it! If you are considering joining the Prospectus, go ahead and do it!”
