Sept. 27, 2005 issue
The first time I set foot on campus, I knew this was the place I would
call home. From the moment I started at EMU, faculty and staff took the
time to help me learn, develop and grow into the person I am today.
With all of the guidance I was receiving as a student, I thought it would
be great to work with students to help them find their
niche in the world. Nine years later, that is what I get
to do: I wake up every morning and work with students.
I coordinate the First-Year Mentor Program and New Student Orientation
and nothing compares. New students are excited, yet anxious
and nervous; ready to conquer the world, but not quite
sure where to start.
The students, faculty, and staff at EMU are an amazing group of dedicated
people. While I was gone for graduate school, I could not
wait to get back home (to EMU). The spirit and energy at
EMU are contagious and something I greatly missed while
away.
Much of this spirit and energy surrounds Homecoming. I am happy to be
part of the festivities and, for the third year, will be
coordinating the selection process for Homecoming king and queen.
Court finalists are announced at the Sept. 29 pep rally and winners are
announced during halftime Oct. 1. There's an indescribable
level of excitement and anticipation by family and friends
before the winners are announced that every student should
experience. It's amazing!
I gained so much from EMU and can think of no better way to give back
than by helping current EMU students find their passion and place in a
world filled with endless possibilities. I am happy to be home!
