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#7 The beauty of outdoors with my Transfer Student Family

One of the biggest blessings I have had being at TCU is the amazing transfer family. As a transfer student, this semester I have had the amazing role of being a transfer guide, which has been a big support in planning transfer events and providing support.

                                

I also had the amazing opportunity to be Frogs First Director for incoming students, and we had an amazing transfer group that was a part of the program. Our leader for the group was sick the day of the event, so I was asked to lead the group. I was nervous at first, but God knew I needed to be there.

I was able to provide so many resources and support to help the incoming transfer students begin their journey at TCU. As a result, I was able to help create a sense of belonging for all.

During National Transfer Student Week, I was in charge of planning our events, and at first, I did not pay attention to all of the outdoor events that were created until I was writing my blog. Was it intentional that this happened, or was it the strength of our class that allowed me to reconnect to the beauty of being outside?

We had so much fun sitting outside for lunch, hosting our welcome table, and having our fall event. There was something magical that happened under the trees at the Intecultural Center, including listening to music and laughing as we focused on connection and intentional fun.

This week had to be one of my best yet. This was also one of the busiest weeks, but the ability to be outside provided a sense of mindfulness that took over. There is nothing like being able to find peace with others.

I am so grateful that our class and the intentions behind Dr. Williams creating space to connect with nature have allowed me to help others connect to nature, providing a sense of peace.

There is something that happens when we slow down and connect! I have found my people and together we have found intentional spaces to unplug and just be! 


 

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