Jessup could “Use Somebody”
The new Spring Semester is now full speed ahead. As opposed to last semester, I find myself even busier than ever. Now that I have joined the track team, I have been so consumed with the workouts that I have not had the time to just stop and think about how smoothly this semester commenced. However, I am pleased with the coaching and camaraderie among the team. Track is a whole other dynamic than soccer, so the change has been good for me. I’ve always think to myself, “Hekla, you need to try new experiences and broaden your horizons.” That is exactly what I do. Jessup also provides an excellent environment to venture out. There are so many activities you can get involved in if you just apply yourself.
This semester, so far, my classes have seemed better than the previous, and I feel as though I’m really engaging more in classes; which is great! In the midst of all of this, a couple of events around campus have sparked up a little bit of life around here. This semester Dodgeball has started and so far has been a great success. I personally am on a team myself with a few other female athletes, and boy is it a site to be seen. The boys, mostly, get all into this sport. Whether it’s dressing up or just getting psyched out for the game, to them Dodgeball is all business. Another event that has blossomed is Open Mic. It is simply an event where the students at Jessup can express themselves through the arts. Basically the sky is the limit at this cafe style event. Students will recite poetry (either their own or by an author), play music, or just tell jokes and stories. This time a friend of mine, Alissa Adkins and I performed a cover of “Use Somebody” by the Kings of Leon. We both sang and I jammed on the acoustic guitar. Overall there was a good response of performers. Even a couple of preview students managed to muster up the guts to sing in front of everyone which was marvelous.
The point I am trying to get across is that life is too short not to take chances. At Jessup if you want to succeed and have fun while doing it, you have to get involved. Through that you will create relationships that could potentially be for a lifetime. Don’t be afraid to be yourself, when you are vulnerable and let your guard down is when people will see you for who you truly are. God has created you perfect, so act like it haha. Jessup is waiting for someone genuine, just like you!
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Hello, all prospective students! My job is to let you into the wonderful world of Hekla Goodman, as i go along my journey at William Jessup University. First off, since i have not formally met you, let me give you a brief background. I am from Clovis, CA–not many know where that is, so i mostly just say, “I live in Fresno.” Anyways, I am a Pastor’s kid (p.k.) and really wanted to give the next four years of my life to a Christ-Centered University where I could grow to be who God wanted me to be. On-top of that I play soccer for the Womens’ Soccer Team. I cannot wait for the upcoming years, and for what God has in store for me next.
Well the first semester has come to a close. As i look back and reminisce on the events that occurred, i find myself smiling upon them thinking, ” Wow, I had a great first semester of college!” The care and support I received at William Jessup is just not like any other University. As I talk to my best friends back home about their college experience, their stories all seem to be the same–lost in the crowd. At Jessup that is definitely not the case. I feel as though I can grow in so many aspects. Whereas my friends are just going through the motions, and are going to end up in the same place they were before college.
What does this mean to you, you may ask? I am simply encouraging you to really search deep into your heart about where you want to spend the next four years of your life. Not necessarily what is popular among your peer group, but where you know you would be taken care of and treated like the next CEO of a company, or next Pastor living to the glory of God, or even next World Leader. Possibilities are endless! So I urge you, write your own story, do not let others sway your decisions unless it is God leading you. Let me tell you, by making the right choice you will not be disappointed!
Remember this: “The steps of the righteous are ordered of the Lord.”
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