Speech of Introduction

Summary

Jocelyn Jones introduces herself, sharing her love for poetry and her hometown of Idaho Falls. As an only child with newly acquired step-siblings, she cherishes her large family, including great grandparents. Jocelyn is a dental assistant with a passion for the field, currently studying universal studies at ISU. She enjoys reading romance novels, sewing, and puzzles, and has a new puppy, Tucker. Despite her shyness in crowds, she enjoys singing, having performed the national anthem at rodeos.

Takeaways

• 📚 Jocelyn Jones is a student who finds inspiration in poetry, especially quotes from 'Oh the Places You'll Go' by Dr. Seuss.
• 🏡 She was born and raised in Idaho Falls and continues to live there, appreciating the community and its growth.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 As an only child, Jocelyn grew up close to her mother and had a tight-knit relationship with her age-similar cousins.
• 👵 She values her family heritage, having known both her grandparents and great-grandparents, which is a unique and cherished aspect of her life.
• 🐶 Jocelyn recently became a pet owner with a six-month-old cocker spaniel mix named Tucker, marking a new phase in her life.
• 🦷 She has a strong passion for the dental field, having graduated with a certificate in Dental Assisting and currently working as a dental assistant.
• 🏫 Jocelyn is a student at ISU, initially studying dental hygiene but later changed her major to universal studies due to life's twists.
• 📚 Her hobbies include reading, with a preference for romance novels and classics like 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen.
• 🧩 She enjoys sewing and solving puzzles, often opting for large and challenging ones, indicating a preference for home-based, thoughtful activities.
• 🎤 Despite having a shyness around crowds, Jocelyn enjoys singing and has performed the national anthem at rodeos.

Q & A

What is Jocelyn Jones' favorite quote and why does it resonate with her?

Jocelyn's favorite quote is 'You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction. You choose.' from 'Oh the Places You'll Go' by Dr. Seuss. It resonates with her because she loves to read poetry, especially when she's struggling with knowing where she's going in the future.

Where was Jocelyn Jones born and raised?

Jocelyn Jones was born and raised in Idaho Falls.

How has Idaho Falls changed since Jocelyn was young?

Idaho Falls was a small town when Jocelyn was young, but it is starting to get a lot bigger.

What is unique about Jocelyn's family structure?

Jocelyn is an only child and was raised primarily by her mother. She later gained step-siblings, making her family bigger.

How many step-siblings does Jocelyn have and what are their genders?

Jocelyn has four step-brothers and one step-sister.

Why is Jocelyn considered unique for her age?

Jocelyn is considered unique for her age because she has great-grandparents and is close to them, which is a rare and unique family experience.

What new role has Jocelyn recently taken on in her life?

Jocelyn has recently become a puppy mom to a six-month-old cocker spaniel mix named Tucker.

What is Jocelyn's educational background in the dental field?

Jocelyn started going to school at CI in 2020, graduated with a certificate of Dental Assisting in 2021, and has been working as a dental assistant for almost two years.

What was Jocelyn's initial major at ISU and why did she change it?

Jocelyn's initial major at ISU was Dental Hygiene. She changed her major to Universal Studies because life took a turn and she wanted to go in a different direction.

What are some of Jocelyn's hobbies and interests?

Jocelyn enjoys reading, especially romance novels, sewing, and doing puzzles. She also loves to sing but is shy in front of large crowds.

What are some of Jocelyn's favorite authors and books?

Some of Jocelyn's favorite authors include Jane Austen and the Bronte sisters. She loves books like 'Pride and Prejudice'.

How does Jocelyn feel about her current job and field of study?

Jocelyn loves her job as a dental assistant and the dental field in general. She also loves school but is not yet sure where she wants her education and work to take her.