The Purpose of Homecoming

What an amazing two weeks! Since I’ve last talked to you guys, two football games have gone down to the wire, my brother came into town, and a torn shoulder muscle have all been apart of my life since Family and Friends Weekend. Not too mention, I went through the first half of midterms last week, with the second half this week. It’s just hard to believe that this year has flown by so fast. One of the ways that I was quickly reminded how fast it went, was the emergence of Homecoming Royalty application deadlines yesterday. Yep, I totally spaced it.

However, I’m cool with not filling out an application for Homecoming Court. I feel my recognition is coming on May 9th. I’m content knowing I worked in several areas around campus and helped countless of students. That’s recognition enough for me. But understand that I had it in high school. Some people didn’t get that chance to be recognized by the people they served and sacrificed themselves for their organization. They deserve the recognition so much more than I do. They have gone above and beyond the call of duty, and been extremely more involved in campus life than I. They are the visible ones that you see on a daily basis of this university. I’m behind the scenes and I like it. The attention isn’t for me. Well, sometimes and my friends know why and the circumstances that can override that.

Seriously though, make sure you look at the Homecoming Royalty 2008 class. Participate in the activities for it’s only a week and a half away. This is my last homecoming here as an undergraduate. Wow, I’m still trying to embrace my mind around that. Four down and the last coming up. I remember watching those Royalty members my freshmen year, thinking in the back of my mind that I could never do a fraction of what they did for this campus community. Needless to say, I befriended most of them, picked their brains, and was able to organize my vision for this university. It wasn’t always right, but it was at least a start. Not a single person is perfect that will be on Court this year, neither in years to come. The way to get there is to inspire others, getting involved, and doing the best you can to be successful, however you see fit. President Norton told us last week that we make up this university. It is through your motivation and drive that develops this place to be one of the best in the country. Get started now and I promise you, others will be knocking down the door to nominate you.