Senior Profile: ASFA Dance's Jocelyn Gonzalez
- Lily Wilson
- 44 minutes ago
- 3 min read
This semester, we're profiling a representative sampling of ASFA graduating seniors as they prepare to, well, graduate. [Sadface emoji!] ASFA Star staffer Lily Wilson profiled and interviewed Dance senior Jocelyn Gonzalez (who also happens to be her roommate in the dormitory).
Jocelyn Gonzalez is someone who embodies the true definition of a person who is beautiful inside and out. She is compassionate and caring, generous to those around her and rarely can you ever find Joss without a bright smile on her face. As someone who has been her roommate for nearly three years now, I can confidently say that she has become one of my best friends and will be someone I stay in touch with for many years to come. Joss will pursue her dreams of dancing at NYU Tisch School of the Arts, living life to the fullest in a bustling New York City where the world will be able to witness her dedication and immeasurable talent, like I have everyday since I arrived in ninth grade. Joss breathes dance in everything that she does, including the way she interacts with others, brings joy to everyone she meets and communicates her feelings and hopes in every movement she executes whether that be on stage or during the countless hours of rehearsal within one of the ASFA dance studios. I know for certain that Jocelyn will achieve her dreams and that everyone here will remember her and treasure the mark she has left on our school for years to come.
—LW
1. How many years have you been at ASFA and what department are you in? What made you want to come to ASFA?
JG: I’ve been at ASFA for six years and I’m in the dance department. I came to ASFA to further pursue my love for dance and the career I want to pursue in it. I ended up going after they were recruiting at my studio for the older kids and so I looked more into it, seeing that they took 7th graders. I’ve been there ever since and have loved it.
2. When did you start dancing? Why do you still?
JG: I started dancing when I was two at my old studio. Dance helps me express myself and inspire others. I want to make a career out of it and become a professional artist. I want to inspire people with my dancing and make a statement with it.
3. How has ASFA shaped you as a person and as a dancer?
JG: It has really furthered me on, specifically, what I want to do in dance and has matured me a lot, especially being in the dorms.
4. What are your plans for college?
JG: I plan to go to NYU to major in dance and further my training before I go off to join a company and/or travel in dance.
5. If you had one piece of advice for incoming seniors, would what would it be?
JG: I would definitely say don't procrastinate. I know it's harder said than done but with all the worrying about college or what you are going to do after ASFA, you're definitely going ot want to have work done early. Also don't stress. It will all work out. And make sure you make the most of your senior year!