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Austin Fillmore always knew he would pursue the helping field. 鈥淲hen my parents divorced, I decided that I wanted to be able to provide support for others that were like me and just needed someone to talk to,鈥� says Fillmore.

The Family and Human Services major, Human Services Track has provided Fillmore with a number of diverse and beneficial experiences, including fieldwork and internships.

Currently Fillmore has an internship at , a nonprofit organization that provides interactive, hands-on art activities to disadvantaged families and children, and to people with developmental and physical challenges.

鈥淚 love how much time I get to spend in the field,鈥� he notes. 鈥淏etween my community service placement and both of my internships, I will have over 400 hours of work under my belt by the time I graduate. Through this experience, I have also built my professional network and have forged professional relationships that have already resulted in job opportunities.鈥�

鈥� My classes have taught me how to understand the forces at work when I am engaged with a client. 鈥�

 

But what was his favorite aspect of the department? 鈥淭he professors and professionals within this department are second to none,鈥� he says. 鈥淭hey have always been accessible and supportive of my endeavors. Without them, I am not sure I would have had such a fantastic experience.鈥�

Currently Fillmore sees himself becoming a counselor or school psychologist, but for now he plans to continue working with Art with a Heart 鈥減roviding direct service to volunteers through large volunteer events or outreach initiatives.鈥�