https://www.sofiasommer.com/sofia daily 1.0 2023-11-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b88d8435e7f749d30697b3/c375975b-e88f-49d9-ad35-6be212fbc3cd/IMG-5038.jpg Sofia Sommer - I’m Sofia, a Registered Nurse aspiring towards a nursing career in dermatology, plastic surgery, and aesthetics. I attended Valparaiso University, where I obtained my Bachelors of Science in Nursing degree and graduated Cum Laude in May of 2022. During my college years I was involved in the Sigma Theta Tau Honors Nursing Organization, Student Nurses Association, the Chi Omega sorority, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and I performed in the Dance Ensemble for 3 years. I’m grateful that I was able to receive such a quality education and exceptional college experience right in my hometown! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b88d8435e7f749d30697b3/04593331-d865-4409-a7cf-def65142ac60/Whitagram-Image+%281%29.JPG https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b88d8435e7f749d30697b3/02104d2b-0f7d-4d65-a27d-a22a303dd11d/77706%5EIN001CW+E%5ESofia+Sommer%5E%23E383161%5E10x13-X-CD%5E34719%5E42992%5E%5EReOrder.JPG Sofia Sommer - I was a member of the Chi Omega sorority for all 4 years at Valparaiso University During my time in the sorority I was able to develop my leadership skills through being appointed the Social Director and Recruitment Chair, serving for a full year in each position. These positions cultivated my skills of planning ahead, professional communication, detail orientation, education, critical thinking, problem solving, sales, and resilience. I learned a great deal about the woman I want to become and the purpose I am called to fulfill through being held accountable to live out Chi Omega’s values of academic excellence, career and personal development, high standards of personnel, community service, friendship, and campus involvement. Being a member of this sisterhood furthered my compassion, prioritization, professionalism, and self confidence that will serve me well as a healthcare professional. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b88d8435e7f749d30697b3/2692af42-5954-496f-8c34-deeda322c5fe/IMG-8708.JPG Sofia Sommer - My passion from the age of four has been the performing art of dancing As a quiet, introverted child, dance took me out of my comfort zone and became my means of expression. It didn’t require me to say anything at all, while at the exact same time saying so much. I was blessed with this gift of a delicate balance between grace and strength. I am the most authentic version of myself when I am on stage connecting my body’s movements to music and a live audience. I’ve spent about 17 years of my life dedicated to getting as close to perfection in my craft as I could. I’ve danced in the genres of ballet, jazz, lyrical, modern, contemporary, and hip-hop. I wanted to be as well-rounded as I could. I danced competitively around the nation with my studios’ companies, studied at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts in Chicago, and also performed at the Youth America Grand Prix, a prestigious ballet competition. One time I even auditioned for America’s Got Talent with my team! But we had too much talent so they didn’t accept us onto the show (at least that’s what I tell myself). I spent anywhere between 15-20 hours a week rehearsing and building my technique. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b88d8435e7f749d30697b3/597de4eb-5bd4-4867-8264-1c56dbbaf70b/IMG-3572.jpg Sofia Sommer - In 2020, right before the beginning of the pandemic, I was introduced to Orangetheory Fitness I was feeling like I was in a valley point in my life and was in search of a rigorous physical outlet since dance was not prominent in my life anymore. I became a member of the Valparaiso studio and my passion for physical fitness was ignited once again. Being in a group atmosphere in a studio setting, moving to music, and being pushed past your limits by a coach brought me right back to my dancing days. I’ve regained my self-confidence and feel powerful in my own skin again. I was so excited about this internal shift I felt that I applied to be a part of their team and was lucky enough to land the position of a Sales Associate in which I’ve been working and thriving in for over 2 years now. I get to share the unique and life changing effect that this workout can have on other people who feel similar to how I did when I discovered Orangetheory. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b88d8435e7f749d30697b3/23dd9446-eeba-4788-a7ee-25aeae4bbeb1/unnamed.jpeg Sofia Sommer - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.