Newman Ambassadors

Another semester has began….and yet again I am in over my head in things to do, but I love it! To be quite honest, I’m not quite sure what I would do if I wasn’t as involved as I am (hmm….probably more homework..eh). In my two years here at Newman I have dabbled in everything from cheerleading (uhm….I ment to say yell-leading) to Organic Chemistry. It was in those two years that I discovered what I really love to do. I love being a student ambassador. Seeing students that I gave tours to come to Newman makes me proud. I wish I could remember every tour I have ever given, but sadly my brain needs to use memory space for other things, like the biochemical processes involved in cellular respiration. Which leads me to the second thing that I love: school. I know you are probably thinking that I am some mega nerd, well, the truth is, that I am. Going to class in the morning and learning about genetics and microbes makes me happy! The Honors Program at Newman also helps make some of my other classes even more interesting. This semester my honors class is The Quest for Meaning: The Theology of Science Fiction. Now, before people strike me down for blasphemy, allow me to explain the idea of the class. I get to read science fiction novels, short stories, and poems. Not to mention, I also get to watch sci-fi TV shows and movies. We then look for Christian religious ideas that appear in sci-fi. It is a great class! There is no lecture, instead the class will just discuss the reading assignment in class. This class really allows my imagination to soar. Last but not least, I love theatre. Theatre lets me express my inner kid. I love being able to make a fool of myself on stage and hearing the audience’s laughter. The improv troupe is going to the regional improv competition tomorrow in Kansas City. I will try to put a link on this blog so that you guys can watch us compete this saturday at 1pm! I AM SO EXCITED FOR IT! This semester is going to be a great one!
May all your lives be bueno,
Francisco “Pancho” Fields

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First off, Welcome back everyone the spring semester has officially began. I must admit I have missed seeing all the awesome Newman people around. I have had so many wonderful talks with random people when walking to class or back to the dorms. Great way to kick off the last relaxing semester of my college career. Before entering the “Nursing Program” here at newman.

Now I must explain my title…”The Man Upstairs” wow, does he have an odd sense of humor, gets me everytime. This week I have been given a book by our campus chaplain Fr. Mike, which was recommended to me over break by a good friend of mine, so it was funny that the same exact book was given to me that I was planning on buying (saved me some bucks). My brother got accepted to come to Newman next year as a freshmen. Which makes me super duper happy because, I will be able to experience his first two years of college alongside him. God is Good.

Well hope everyone has a fantastic first week of classes, welcome back, it is so good to see everyone on campus! Stay warm and God bless!

Britt

Why is it when we were younger, we’d fight our parents constantly when they would attempt to make us take naps. Being a junior this year, as a college student, i have learned to cherish and LOVE my naps (i will be taking a splendid one after i get off here at work). Naps are a glorious thing.

Finals are offically here, so to all the NU Students GOOD LUCK!!! Rest up, eat well, study hard, Don’t fall for the countless/not to mention pointless distractions. Keep your guard up. Toodle.doo and God bless.

-Britt

Well hello everyone! It has been awhile, I hope everybody is having a blessed and fantastic holiday season, thus far. I for one truly enjoy this time a year, I especially love spending time with my wonderful room mates, and sister listening to christmas music, decorating our room with things such as; a festive Christmas tree, lights and stockings.

On another note, the semester is finally coming to a close, and finals are just around the corner, and I can tell you on a first hand basis that I am ready for break to get here, and spend lots of time with family and friends back home.

As for everyone here at good ole NU get ready for the stressed faces to be seen all around campus, and just like I told my T&T (Traditions & Transistions) class, if you see someone in a frustrated or intense mood during finals week or days leading up to finals week…it would be a great idea to just leave them alone, might save your life. Best idea to help in those types of situations, say lots of prayers for people.

God Bless and Happy Holidays,

Britt