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KateInDisneyland

Hey, it's Kate. My Disney adventure has begun! By now, you can call me a DCP Junkie! I've finished 3 Disney College Programs in Disneyland for the Fall 2013 ...

For anyone interested in the DISNEYLAND college program, feel free to check out my channel and if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask!

[drivendisneydreamer]

Hello Disnerds! It’s been a while!

It’s currently Wednesday November 2nd, and I have some free time, so I thought I’d give a quick update on what’s been going on with me! 

First of all, let me apologize once again for only putting up 2 videos this past summer! Things got so busy, and half the time, I forgot my camera. I’m kicking myself because I promised myself (along with you guys) that I’d be better at updating and documenting things since this summer was my very last college program...

Yes, you heard me correctly... My 3 year Disney College Program adventure came to a close this past August. I am happy to report though, that I’m still an active CM! I know you’re sitting there going “Wait, I thought she went to school in NY?” Yes, that’s correct. I’m in my very last semester at Buffalo State (thank god)! But I made the decision to commit to becoming a seasonal cast member in June. I’m not gonna lie, this last program was definitely the worst of all of them, so when it ended and I’m moved out of Carnegie and (temporarily) into Connor’s dad’s house to finish out work for the summer, I was definitely happier. Why? Roommate drama, living situations and attitude problems really made me miserable. Plus the thought of going back to a long distance relationship doesn’t exactly inspire happy thoughts. It made me sad to think that my DCP journey is over, but I’m so unbelievably excited for everything that’s coming my way!

I have about six weeks left at home. Just 6, how crazy is that? Connor and I are in the middle of the long process of applying for an apartment, I’ve slowly started packing up my room at my parents house, and we’ve got a steady stream of boxes arriving to his dad’s house. We’ve bought about 60% of the furniture already (all that’s left is the sofa, nightstands and the coffee table), and over the past 2.5 years of our relationship we’ve collected just about everything else you need for your first apartment together. It’s insane to me that the very end of long distance is finally within reach, just 47 days and the distance will be officially closed! Let me just tell you that our excitement is through the roof! 

As for what happens after graduation for me, I’m not sure just yet. I know for sure that I’m going to apply for grad school at Fullerton this coming spring to start the following spring (you apply a year in advance), that way by the time I start I’ll have declared residency in California and won’t have to pay out of state tuition. As far as my career with Disney goes, I’m planning to go back to part-time after the holidays and work as much as I can so I can start paying down my loans and put money away for the future. Also, I’m planning on applying for as many PIs as I can (for those of you that don’t speak Disney lingo, PIs are Professional Internships - in other words, a Disney internship that’s directly related to your major), to try to get into the Creative Entertainment department at Disneyland. That’s for sure my dream job, and all of you know, I’m not gonna stop until I get it. 

In the mean time though, I’m thinking about taking a few business courses in the summer and focusing on freelance experience. I’d like to build a small client base 1.) because it’s nice to have more experience on your resume`, and 2.) it’s comforting to know that I have something to fall back on while trying to get the real job that I want. 

Anyways, sorry to get so long winded! Haha! I’m seriously thinking about continuing this blog and vlogging on my Youtube channel to further document my Disney journey! I know that my college program days have ended, but that was just the first piece in what I hope to be a very large puzzle. So if you guys are up to it, stick around! I promise there will be more to come! And I know you’re sitting there like “Yeah right, she’s horrible at updating!”, but hopefully once I get permanently settled in Anaheim, and with school being done, I’ll have more time to do the things I enjoy (going to Disneyland, blogging, vlogging and sleeping, obviously)!

Seriously though stick around, good things are coming - to the future & beyond!

See ya real soon!

-Kate(:

[journeyofonegirl]

Which class should I take during my Disneyland cp?? What were some of your favorites?

[drivendisneydreamer]

New ‪#‎KateInDisneyland‬ vlog is up! Get ready peeps, summer is coming!💖

[drivendisneydreamer]

Time for a big UPDATE!

Hey everyone!

I have lots of updates for you! As most of you know, on January 20th, I interviewed for my 4th Disney College Program (my 2nd Summer Alumni Program), and as of yesterday at 10am, I got my acceptance letter! I was one of the first ones for summer alumni 2016 in Disneyland. 

Yes, I will be back cashing at Flo’s! I’m so beyond excited! I’ve been away for 9 months, and I’m so ready to go back. I can’t wait to make magic, play in the parks, and most of all, spend 3.5 months with Connor again! 

This summer is going to be huge because I will be going into my last semester of college. Connor and I are going to start looking for and touring apartments, so that when I get back in January of 2017, we’ll finally be able to move in together!

I have so much to do between now and May 8th, it’s not even funny. I already paid my program fees, and bought my plane ticket, but I now have to pay $900 back to my dad for helping me out. I have to make arrangements to move out of my dorm early, and talk to my professors about leaving before finals week. Plus, I have to finish my internship hours and get the gallery show that I’m doing for service learning, up and running. 

Connor gets here for Spring Break in 26 days, and I literally cannot wait! I miss him so much and I need a little bit of time to relax before everything gets crazy. 

I’ll be sure to update you guys more as my check in date gets closer, and I’m going to try really hard to be better about vlogging this time around. I know last program, I only uploaded one video over the course of 8 months. Oops. Haha.

Stick with me guys, because...

The adventure continues!

-Katie(:

[disneysseattlegirl]

What do I Pack?!?!

So today I have my interview for the summer alumni program at Disneyland! I am so beyond nervous and excited, as I want to do the program again so badly!

Anyway, I have decided to make a post about packing for the DCP!

So first off, before I even get to any sort of packing list, or anything of the sort, there are a few things to consider.

First off is probably the most important fact off all. YOU WILL NOT HAVE MUCH SPACE! If you have lived in a dorm room, you probably have an idea of what it will be like. Disney will put at least two people in a room, and sometimes three. No, those with three do not get more closet space, and their rooms are most certainly not much larger.

Also, Disney does provide furniture, and kitchen supplies so you do not need to bring anything of that sort.

           You are moving to Anaheim or Orlando, not the middle of nowhere, they have  little shops you might recognize like Costco, Target, and Wal-Mart fairly close by (at least in Anaheim they do) so you can buy things when you get there. I recommend doing that at least for a few things.

One more thing to consider before we start packing…how are you getting to the DCP? Are you driving, flying, or taking a train? This really can affect how and what you pack.

As far as a packing list goes, this one is super general and basic, as everyone’s true packing list will be a bit different.

Bedroom

 ~    Bedding

~    Sheets

~    Pillow

~    Comforter

~  Alarm clock (I recommend getting a cheap real one, and not relying on your phone,)

~ Under the bed plastic storage containers (totally recommend these as you wont have much closet space, and they work great to store things like shoes, and even extra clothes or odds and ends)

~ Hamper/laundry basket

~ Hangers

Bathroom

~` Towels

~  Toiletries (again, bring travel size if you are worried you wont get to the store in time, but buy regular size when you get there)

Kitchen

~ Certain things, like toasters, coffee makers, blenders, etc, Disney does not provide.

~  So if you must have them, you will want to bring them with you, or pick them up at a store there.

~ Another option is ordering them online, if you do remember that they must arrive after you check in.

Living room

~  Again, Disney provides furniture, and lamps, and lockers

~  Bring a lock for your locker if you want

~  You can bring a TV/bluray/game systems if you want

That is pretty much it for the big list of stuff. I ended up bringing a lot more with me, and most of it just sat in there storage containers the whole program, then I had to lug them back home.

For bigger things like TVs, coffee makers, etc. make sure you discuss your plans with your roommates! You really wont have room for more than one of something, especially a TV!

Think about what you really use each day, and then only take that. It might be tempting to take more, but don’t do it, resist!

A few odds and ends that you may want:

·      First aid kit

·      Mini sewing kit

·      Flashlight

·      Draw String pack

·      Beach towel

If you are accident prone like I am, a first aid kit is a must! So is a mini sewing kit, for fixing rips and sewing back on buttons that get caught in things. A flashlight is just a good idea all around. California is earthquake territory, but the power can go out anywhere.

A drawstring backpack is nice for day trips, and trips to the parks, plus they are good to take to work as well.

            As far as clothes go, less is more. You will be wearing regular clothing way less than you expect, and your costume way more.  A weeks worth of street clothes is plenty. There will be some days where you close, get home late, get up late, go to work and do it all again, going from pajamas to costume. Keep in mind the climate too. You most likely don’t need a lot of bulky clothing.

Shoes

o   Tennis shoes

o   Dress shoes

o   Business shoes

o   Flip flops

Clothing

o   Shirts / tops

o   Tank tops

o   Long pants

      ~   (only couple pairs, you really wont wear them very often. Unless you are uncomfortable in shorts, and only wear long pants, which I totally understand !)

o   Shorts

o   Business casual

     ~  You will have to wear Disney look business casual for classes and traditions. So bring a few different outfits! Beginning training/traditions lasts a few days!

o   Something semi formal or formal

    ~  There is a mid program dance, and celebration at the end.

    ~  I believe the celebration/graduation has a dress code, but I may be wrong on that.

     ~  The celebration is certainly more formal than the mid program dance.

o   Rain jacket!

     ~  In florida it rains a lot.

     ~  In California it rains a little bit, but when it rains, it REALLY rains.

o   Bathing suit

     ~  No pool at Carnegie in California, but a community pool, and plenty of beaches pretty near by. Plus, local water parks, and if you stay overnight in a hotel during your program, they most likely have pools!

Like I said earlier, packing for the DCP is very individual. This list is more of a guideline from my personal experience, and what I realized once I actually got to the program and started living it.

That being said, if I am lucky enough to do the program again, this would e my personal packing list again!

[raisalynn]

(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmNnpJsSUyM) I am so extremely lucky to still be friends with my ex-DCP roommates and I always love getting to see Sarah when I come to LA and this time we actually made a video about what it was like to live with one another!

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Sarah's Video ► https://youtu.be/1x18jbMIeTk Thingamavlogs ► https://www.youtube.com/thingamavlogs

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[drivendisneydreamer]

Just finished my Phone Interview!

My interviewer’s name was Maria, and she was really sweet! She asked about my previous programs, work experience and roommate situations. We went over the basics: Disney Look, role specifics, Four Keys review, and then she asked about my favorite memories and best magical moments. 

Overall I think I did good, but I always have doubts after my interviews! She said they’re doing all of the hiring decisions at the end of March, but then again, I got my acceptance for my first summer alumni program 11 days after my interview. Hopefully all goes well and I’ll be back to Flo’s in May!

I’ll be praying like crazy between now and March; need lots of pixie dust!

-Kate(: