Orientation Peer Advisor

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I want to be an Orientation Peer Advisor or Panther Camp facilitator because I would like to have the opportunity to help freshmen start their first year of College with enthusiasm and joy. I would like to see them smile and relieved knowing that I am here to support them. Just a few months ago, back July 2015, I was that freshman. I was terrified at the idea of leaving home and moving to college but the minute that I stepped into the GC ballrooms, something changed. My day was transformed by the welcoming environment and all the smiling faces that I saw around the room. Although it happened gradually, I ended up loving the campus and not afraid at all. Throughout the long walks I had with my Peer Advisor, Satchel Mede, I discovered the beauty of the campus. Somehow, she reassured me with her smile, enthusiasm and excitement that I was going to be okay. My worries about being in college disappeared during those two days. When I went back home, I was ready to start with my college experience. I was so impatient that I was counting down the days until my housing move in date. …show more content…

I was so excited, inspired and motivated that I wanted to do everything right away. I signed up for Panther Camp and there, I had the time of my life. Panther Camp was the key that smoothed the way into my first semester at FIU. I learned so much at Panther Camp about the school, the residential life, the FIU fight song, the clubs, and opportunities for involvement. At the end, I realized exactly what it takes to be an exemplary Panther. When I came back for school, all of the experiences built a strong base for me. I came in with the confidence that I could conquer the world of FIU and I owe it to the people who supported me throughout my experience, my peer advisor, Satchel and my facilitators, Jordan and

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