Passing the torch

Elections are over, and suddenly there is a group of people who can help me.

I really appreciate the ability to delegate.  I've usually had a bit of trepidation before making any request, as I always recognize the potential for someone to refuse.  This has been more prevalent when dealing with stubborn administration and old fashioned students.  They are very content with what they have and are not as receptive to change, good or bad.  Usually, I simply do the work without asking.  I become stronger, I get results, when I do things myself.

But I've been lucky enough that the other elected students are people that I connect with.  We have a similar vision to what we wish to accomplish in our role and thus understand and support each others' efforts.  Because of this, I trust them to accomplish tasks that I traditionally would have done myself.

As a tourguide, I have the chance to share with potential students a pep talk near the end.  Here's what I say:

"I hope you enjoyed the tour of our school's buildings and facilities.  However, unfortunately we did not get a chance to see the best part of the school.  But that's something that no one can see, only experience.  The best part of the school is the student sitting beside you.  We have diversity that connects us, strengthens us, and sustains us through midnight cram sessions and sleep deprived mornings.  We have a community where students share notes, where students confess academic difficulties, where students trust and work with each other.  That's what makes the school great...and I hope you get the chance to be a part of that.  Good luck with interviews!"