Class Year: May 2025
Degree Program: MSW On-Campus
Concentration: Children, Youth and Families
Field Education Organization: Applewood Centers Inc. in Cleveland, Ohio
Why did you choose to study social work and/or nonprofit management?
My passion and interest in supporting children, mothers, individuals and families to sustain themselves when going through life challenges, ensuring children remain within their homes; enhancing family preservation; and problems/concerns through psychotherapy.
Why did you choose CWRU/the Mandel School?
The scholarship supports that were available at CWRU for my studies.
Were you involved in activities outside of class? If so, what were they and why did you get involved?
I was involved in the Mandel School's community dinners, to connect with students and faculty in an informal setting.
What is your favorite thing about CWRU/the Mandel School or your favorite memory?
The community dinners.
As a graduating student, what's a piece of advice/encouragement you'd like to share with current students?
Be kind and humble while doing your best to succeed.
What are your post-graduation plans?
Continue to practice.
"Mistura is an international student who has balanced a full course-load the past two years with a full personal life. She is incredibly positive, eager to learn, maximizes learning opportunities and is among the most gracious people I know. She has demonstrated resilience in managing the requirements to be a full-time student while acclimating to a new country. Her first field placement was a more macro/ research-oriented one and she transitioned well to a very micro/ clinical placement in her second year. Her field instructor and other supervisors rave about her work ethic and impact on clients. This can also be said of her peers."
– Faculty Nominator