Some quick highlights…

Some things you can’t put into words. I’m here tonight to write about the other things that you can. Let’s reflect on some of the highlights of the past couple of months. Charter day was a success! Congratulations to Amanda Wagstaff ’10, who won the Charter Day Art Contest with her watercolor painting of Barrett Hall!

Should I reminisce on my first day of College? Moving into Barrett Hall was probably one of the most memorable moments for my family and me. I can recall the sweltering heat, the crowded hallways, the awkward “hellos”  I got from hall mates carrying microwaves and mini-fridges. I remember what it felt like to hug my parents tightly trying not to really show what a momentous occasion it was to be dropped off in Williamsburg as an only child. I was away from Richmond; I was separated  from the only place I called home. I can recollect on the frustrations and the confusion of getting lost in my own building and the sadness I felt realizing that my closest friends from high school were spread out to colleges across the country, across the world.

Here and now, four years later, I sit across from Barrett Hall. I can recall how wonderful it was to meet Anika, my favorite Orientation Aid, how the awkward “hellos” turned into craft nights and best friends forever, and how quickly I began to feel like I was at home all along. I can recollect now on how high school reunions make for pleasant surprises and how College traditions can bring comfort and a new sense of family.

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration was a success. Dr. Eddie S. Glaude was the keynote speaker. After the program, I made a list of goals that I have to give back to the community once I graduate; I want to make an impact and stomp out inequality. The beauty of February comes not only from Black History Month, but also from the fact that I celebrated my 22nd birthday at Red Lobster with wonderful friends! There was also a surprise birthday party for me at work in University Relations! There was even a Ukrops cake. I could not have asked more.

Recently the interns met up for a much needed reunion at Alisan house. We had a potluck and took a well-needed study break!

A side note, please check out the absolutely amazing new and improved Admission dean’s website. I love it!  Now, I am of course looking forward to Admitted Students Day! I cannot wait to meet all of you future members of the tribe!

Things are really looking up these days. I have heard back from some graduate schools! It’s all good news ! I know, I know, you are anxious to hear about which school I will accept…no worries, I will make a decision soon and blog all about it!

Thanks for reading and tune in next time…