Getting Involved

Hey guys!
The semester is almost half way over and so many things are happening! The interview days for the Honors College are in full swing. It's really neat to see the new group of freshman that I'll be spending time with next year in the Honors College. It feels so weird knowing that I was in their place just last year. I feel like I've grown a lot as an individual and student since coming to college here at UCA.

All sorts of applications are coming out for the next academic year already as well. Ambassador applications just came out Monday and I'm really excited about applying. As an ambassador, you get to run tours for incoming students and tell them about the UCA experience. You work at Bear Facts Days, Presidential Scholar Days, and help with campus tours in general. It's a great way to meet new students and to help them feel more comfortable with the campus.

Student Orientation Staff, SOS, applications also came out this week. SOS is a group of students that help new freshman adjust to college life. SOS plays a large role in move in day and the first week of school. They put on a lot of fun events for the freshman and also give extra tours around the campus to make sure nobody gets lost. SOSers are always excited and enthusiastic.

Lastly, Student Government Association, SGA, applications are out for the next year. As the current Freshman Vice President of SGA, I feel like I've really learned a lot from my experience. I've also met many important people on campus that will allow me to network in my future. Also, for SGA, you have to campaign to get a spot, so it really is an organization chosen by the students.

On top of all of these applications I have to fill out, I still have a nice load of homework. Although I could easily be stressed out right now, I feel at ease. I believe that over these last two semesters I've really learned how to deal with all of these different aspects of college. I know who and what is important in my life and what I should focus on. I can only hope that I can continue to be involved on campus and do well in class without going crazy!

Until next time, GO BEARS!