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President's Post
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past issues Dr. Niece has mentioned that we are a unique and successful
campus, and a couple of weekends ago we all had the opportunity to witness
it.
During Family Weekend, members of our campus community
exhibited what the true Ozarks spirit is about. As family members came
to campus, they were personally greeted by members of the Student Foundation
Board and were not surprised to be welcomed by their names, since our
warm hospitality is what distinguishes us here at Ozarks. The personal
rapport that exists in our community continued to invade the environment
throughout the weekend activities. The plays that our theater department
produces are always a “must-see” as they are the result
of myriad hours of work and effort. The Ozarks spirit kept rising early
the next morning as our residence halls engaged in a competitive bed
race, where more than likely something funny can happen. Who ever thought
beds would end up astray? But there was still more.
The family festivities continued as our different
organizations put up their booths. It was awe-inspiring to see how much
creativity was incorporated into the setting of the booths, ranging
from the test marketing of Café Duran in the SIFE booth, to the
Coffee House put up by the Golden Star Dancers, to the first place winner
booth of the University Players. It is always great to receive rewards,
but is indeed as satisfying to visit the booths and enjoy the blessing
of being a member of this campus.
Our alumni board members meeting happened to coincide
with our family weekend activities, and it was a great chance to enhance
the bonds of the past, present, and future. The International Festival
held during the afternoon epitomized how the Ozarks spirit surpasses
boundaries as we even had family members fly in from El Salvador. Of
course, it is always a pleasure to end a day with a delicious meal at
the Niece’s. We have all grown to be spoiled by their hospitality.
Indeed, “Something was Brewing at Ozarks”
during family weekend. Yes, it was the Ozarks spirit of unity, companionship,
and love that was brewing on our campus. We should strive to continue
brewing this spirit by acknowledging the great things we have and the
great things that are to come.
Auxi Guerrero
SGA President
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