For just about as long as I’ve been at Southeastern, I’ve been working for The Lion’s Roar Newspaper, and now I’m sad to say that my time here has come to an end.
If it were my choice, I’d stay for many more years. However, moving on to the bigger, scarier adult world is close at hand, and I’m sure my staffers are fed up with my antics. But in all seriousness, I have had the privilege of working with some of the most colorful and unique people that I could ever hope to meet. In the field I’ve shaken hands with former governors, presidential candidates, local leaders, famous scientists, royalty and countless other individuals of noteworthy stature. In a nutshell, the memories I’ve made here are invaluable and unforgettable.
I wish the best of luck to those I’m leaving behind. Readers do not see the entirety of our process, but rest assured, it is difficult and stressful. I’m confident that the budding leadership will take the newspaper farther than I could and that I’ve provided them with the tools to do so as a teacher and a friend.
Serving this campus has defined the last three and a half years of my life, and I am very sad to leave it behind. However, the road ahead looks to be very exciting indeed. That said, I want to impart some wisdom, rather pontificate, to the students of this wonderful institution: be grateful.
Be grateful for the times you have here at Southeastern, both joyful and stressful. By doing so, you are being grateful for the opportunity to experience what a college campus has to offer. Be grateful for the opportunities that life offers on a daily basis. Do not despair if you miss them, because life offers new chances at success and happiness every moment of every day.