Who are we? Explore how we build a new sense of identity as we enter adulthood, as well as how we are a mosaic of all the people in our circles of influence. You are only an emerging adult once, and the way these critical years are navigated will significantly define the course of the emerging adult's life. Jessa Ward has witnessed firsthand the power of community engagement during her studies in the learning community cultivated at the Quanta Honors College at Daytona State College. A passion further cultivated through her studies at Stetson University and the school’s Bonner Program, she believes that collaborative problem-solving and the influence of a community can create real change in each community member’s life and in the culture we share. As she continues to engage and serve her own local community, Jessa is dedicated to helping her generation find ways to live for something bigger than themselves, and maybe find out who they really are and who they want to be along the way. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx