Well, as many of you may or may not know, this year I was selected to be the President of the Alpha Psi Eta chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honors Society. Last weekend we were able to travel to one of our regional conventions at Kaskaskia College in Centralia, Illinois. It was, without a doubt, the most fun school trip that I have ever taken throughout my entire life!
I have to urge every college bound student to get involved within the college, especially in the first two years. You will meet so many wonderful people, and share many experiences that you will remember forever. At this conference, I was able to meet other students at colleges throughout the state of Illinois, and many of them I have been talking to ever since I came home from the conference.
Since this was a conference for the National Honors Society, it can be assumed that there were learning opportunities! Other than having phenomenal workshops that helped me learn how to be a leader, and promote healthy teamwork, I had the opportunity to be lectured to by a very influential and giving man by the name of Adam Carter. Adam Carter is a beer vendor during baseball season, and in his off season travels to countries bearing donations to help the less fortunate to live better lives. I really appreciated being able to hear from a person that was so active in his community just like I want to be. Many people look at their college experience as "half-empty", however, I only have a year left and so much more that I want to do!
Moral of the story:
- GET INVOLVED! Not only within the college, but within the community.
- Make your mark on society. Life is short, and when you are blessed with the opportunity to attend such a great school like Parkland College, try to get all of the experiences out of it as you can!
P.S. The picture was me trying to dance at one of the Phi Theta Kappa dances!
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