{"id":17476,"date":"2016-06-01T14:20:17","date_gmt":"2016-06-01T18:20:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.cos.ucf.edu\/?p=17476"},"modified":"2019-06-18T15:44:43","modified_gmt":"2019-06-18T19:44:43","slug":"political-science-alumna-finds-passion-in-the-people","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/political-science-alumna-finds-passion-in-the-people\/","title":{"rendered":"Political Science Alumna Finds Passion in the People"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17477\" src=\"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2016\/06\/annaeskamaniheadshot.jpg\" alt=\"annaeskamaniheadshot\" width=\"200\" height=\"250\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With four UCF degrees and one on the way, <a href=\"http:\/\/politicalscience.cos.ucf.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">UCF Political Science<\/a> alumna, Anna Eskamani, \u201912, \u201915, has long time found a home at UCF.<\/p>\n<p>After graduating in 2012 with two bachelor degrees in Political Science and Interdisciplinary Studies, Eskamani went on to earn two master\u2019s degrees in both Public Administration and Nonprofit Management from UCF, graduating in 2015. She is also one of four proud Knights in her family.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cMy dad graduated in 1994 when I was four years old, and as a kid I would often find myself rolling down the Reflection Pond with my siblings or running through the library in search of children\u2019s books,\u201d<\/em> said Eskamani. <em>\u201cThese experiences were foundational for me and my family and today there are four Eskamani alumni from UCF, including my Dad, brother, and twin sister.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>At UCF, Eskamani discovered the value of self-efficacy, what she describes to be the extent or strength of one\u2019s belief in their own ability to complete tasks and reach goals. Her Political Science degree allowed her to broaden this concept, pushing her to become a critical thinker and exposing her to varying viewpoints that inspired her to consider new perspectives and theories.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_17484\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2016\/06\/credit-Bernard-Wilchusky-University-of-Central-Florida-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17484\" class=\"wp-image-17484 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2016\/06\/credit-Bernard-Wilchusky-University-of-Central-Florida-1-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Credit: Bernard Wilchusky\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2016\/06\/credit-Bernard-Wilchusky-University-of-Central-Florida-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2016\/06\/credit-Bernard-Wilchusky-University-of-Central-Florida-1-299x200.jpg 299w, https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2016\/06\/credit-Bernard-Wilchusky-University-of-Central-Florida-1.jpg 374w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/201;\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-17484\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Bernard Wilchusky<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Eskamani exercised this virtue outside of the classroom. She became involved with the <a href=\"https:\/\/arboretum.ucf.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">UCF Arboretum<\/a>, rose in the ranks of the Political Science Honor Society, <a href=\"http:\/\/office2248.wix.com\/pi-sigma-alpha\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pi Sigma Alpha<\/a>, and served as the Vice President for the <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/isoucf\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Iranian Student Organization<\/a>. However, one particular organization helped Eskamani truly find her passion.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cI ultimately found my niche within the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DemsUCF\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">College Democrats at UCF<\/a>,\u201d <\/em>said Eskamani. <em>\u201cI became involved with our local chapter in the summer of 2010 and became their Vice President in 2011-2012 along with my twin sister who served as President. That same year I served as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/FCDWomen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Women\u2019s Caucus Chair for Florida College Democrats<\/a>, the state arm.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>With that, Eskamani would continue to be a voice for people. Shortly before her graduation, Eskamani was hired as a Development Coordinator for Planned Parenthood of Greater Orlando. There, she played a key role in expanding the organization\u2019s fundraising and public affairs efforts quickly rising to senior management. Last year her local affiliate merged with two other Planned Parenthood organization\u2019s creating the 22 county-wide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plannedparenthood.org\/planned-parenthood-southwest-central-florida\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida<\/a>. Eskamani played a key role in this merger, and she now serves as the Senior Director of Public Affairs and Field Operations, overseeing the organization\u2019s advocacy, legislative, and communications work.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_17478\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17478\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-17478 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2016\/06\/12745584_1133828666650013_4400988790566105335_n-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Eskamani speaks at press conference in Lakeland, FL during the 2016 Legislative Session outside Senator Kelli Stargel\u2019s District Office. Photo Credit: The Ledger \" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2016\/06\/12745584_1133828666650013_4400988790566105335_n-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2016\/06\/12745584_1133828666650013_4400988790566105335_n-299x199.jpg 299w, https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2016\/06\/12745584_1133828666650013_4400988790566105335_n.jpg 376w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/199;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17478\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Eskamani speaks at press conference in Lakeland, FL during the 2016 Legislative Session outside Senator Kelli Stargel\u2019s District Office. Photo Credit: The Ledger<\/p><\/div>\n<p><em>\u201c<\/em><em>People are my passion,\u201d<\/em> Eskamani explained. <em>\u201cIt\u2019s that moment when someone tells me that I\u2019ve had a positive impact on their day or when I\u2019ve helped to make a difficult moment just a little bit easier. Those moments define my work.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>This fall Eskamani will begin pursuing her Ph.D. in Public Affairs from UCF while working as an adjunct professor with the <a href=\"http:\/\/wgst.cah.ucf.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Women\u2019s and Gender Studies Program<\/a>, teaching introductory courses online<em>. \u201cI am thrilled for this opportunity,\u201d<\/em> said Eskamani. <em>\u201cEspecially for the chance to give back to a program that has given so much to me.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Eskamani gives current students and UCF alumni this simple take away for post-graduate life: <em>\u201cMake sure you are happy with who you are becoming. The rest of life will fall into place.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Below, Eskamani shared more on her time at UCF, her career, and fun facts about herself.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your best UCF memory?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Too many to keep track of! My many late nights with the College Democrats at UCF will always be my favorite. Prepping for direct actions, campaigning on issues that we cared about, registering voters, and building power have had a long standing impact on the person I am today. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>The first campaign I independently launched was \u201cKeep PBS in Orlando\u201d in 2011. At the time our local PBS station was WMFE Channel 24 and on April 1st WMFE announced that they would be selling their PBS station to a Texas-based religious network. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Growing up in a middle class family meant that for me, PBS was my connection to the world and I refused for families like my own to not have access to high-quality, objective, and educational programming. I took action and worked with colleagues to launch a campaign to stop the sale of our PBS station and encourage UCF to become the community\u2019s new flagship station. The campaign was successful and today <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wucftv.org\/home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WUCF-TV<\/a> is the region\u2019s provider of public broadcasting.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your most memorable experience on the job?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>You\u2019ve got to lose a couple fights to win, and at Planned Parenthood we are up against a lot&#8211; especially in Florida\u2019s aggressive political climate. My most memorable experiences are finding common ground with unique partners, inspiring elected officials to stand up for reproductive health, and building power among our volunteers and patients. This work is rooted in compassion, and my heart is always full.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>What do you do for fun?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>My favorite getaway spot is Sebastian Inlet State Park located right along the Brevard and Indian River County line. Anything near the water I find to be incredibly comforting. Good company helps. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your favorite movie? <\/strong><em>Those who really know me will know the answer to this question: Star Wars Episode IV A New Hope. I grew up as a huge Star Wars fan, with Han Solo being my first ever crush. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your favorite quote?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>&#8220;If you have come to help me, you are wasting your time. If you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine, then let us work together.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With four UCF degrees and one on the way, UCF Political Science alumna, Anna Eskamani, \u201912, \u201915, has long time found a home at UCF. 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