Hello! My name is Mitch Biersner. I am an alumnus of the M.T.A. program and previously traveled to the 2006 Winter Games in Torino with Dr. Lisa Delpy Neirotti as a student. Currently, I am a meeting planner for the American Society of Radiologic Technologists in Albuquerque, NM.
I am one of a few individuals connected to the GW program volunteering at the Paralympics. I arrived in the PyeongChang area late on Saturday, March 3.
Training is being held at the Welli Hilli Resort, which is a short drive west from the Paralympic venues. We are staying at the connected Shinan Youth Hostel.
The focus of today’s training was on volunteerism, customer service and understanding individuals with all abilities. We had good discussions that helped ground us for our upcoming assignments.
“Ari-Ari” is a saying that means “make a road where there is no road.” We are encouraged to find solutions to help create a meaningful experience for everyone during the Games.
I have been assigned to the International Media Relations Team and will be working in the Main Press Centre in the Alpensia resort area (where the cross country and biathlon events are taking place). I, along with many other volunteers, will be housed at the Hyundai Soo Resort in Sokcho (about an hour from the MPC, north of Gangneung), located along the northeastern coast.
We were privileged to have some welcoming comments from POCOG President Lee Hee-beom. Current GW sophomore, Zhiqiu Zhao, and I were able to have our picture taken with him.
I look forward to sharing my experiences with you.
Ari-Ari!
