And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.
Philippians 4:8
I first stepped on Lambuth University's campus when I was fifteen. I was there for a choir festival, and it was raining. The campus was basically one giant puddle. I was not impressed. I returned every year with my high school choir for the choir festival. Every year, it was raining. When the time came for me to decide where I would spend my collegiate career, Lambuth was far from my mind. I remember thinking "It's rainy, ugly, and old." I spent most of my senior year with my heart set on an entirely different school. Then, when my plan was beginning to fall through, my parents and I just drove through the campus. It was raining. However, the campus was full of cars due to a basketball game. Something inside me clicked. I decided I would officially visit Lambuth.
I first officially stepped on Lambuth University's campus in January. It was cold, but sunny. As soon as I walked in to the welcome reception, I felt like I was already a student. The current students at Lambuth who were chosen to welcome prospective students were so welcoming. I was immediately immersed in their stories, jokes, and advice about being a student at Lambuth University. I felt at home. I felt as though I already knew each and every one of these people. It was to most at home I felt on any college visit I had attended. I was invited to attend Scholar's Day in February where I would have the chance to interview for a scholarship. While driving home, I knew I had made my decision.
My first year at Lambuth was filled with all of the ups and downs of a normal college freshman. I loved being at Lambuth. I immediately got involved with Choir, SGA, Homecoming, and Admissions. I joined a wonderful sorority, Phi Mu Fraternity.
During my 4 years at Lambuth, I didn't just gain the knowledge to go in to my career. I built relationships that will last a lifetime. I met my very best friends who helped me to grow spiritually and emotionally. I am a better person now because of the people, faculty, and staff at Lambuth. Lambuth's student body was so diverse yet, as a whole, we became one big family. We shared in each others' joys, and we shared in each others' times of trial.
It's only natural that, during this time of trial for my beloved university, we pull together as a family to help save our Lambuth. During these next few months, Lambuth will face many tough decisions in planning the future of this institution. My prayer is that whatever happens, life still remains on the beautiful campus. I pray that people for generations to come can still feel a part of Lambuth's family. I pray that lives are forever changed by the heart and soul of Lambuth University.
Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31
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