October 18, 2010

Sometimes, especially in college, decisions have to be made regarding what you desire to do versus what you feel you need to do. I’m specifically referring to the CKI Fall Retreat that I had intended on attending this past weekend. Due to my schedule of tests and deadlines in the beginning of the upcoming week, I felt it would have been impossible for me to adequately prepare and complete the necessary requirements if I was absent from early Friday morning until late Sunday night. The reason it posed such a difficult decision for me was because of my personal value of commitment. Big or small, I truly believe that if one has committed or given their word to something that shouldn’t be broken. Of course, my fellow CKI members understood, but I felt bad for backing out. Although, I’m happy that there were still a couple members attending on behalf of our chapter to experience the retreat and bring back valuable information and news about the International and District levels!

Arts and Sciences StuCo met on Tuesday evening. Two groups presented to the council requesting funds for various endeavors. We deliberated based on our budget and the given cause and took a vote. It was neat to be a part of that process. Also, we discussed the possibility of fundraisers so that we would be able to assist groups within our college more generously in the future.

Wednesday came quickly, as it was the deadline for our third graphic design project – “Texture Typography.” Stress was definitely built up before the end of this assignment so I was relieved to have it completed. Critique day is one of my favorite days in graphic design because you get to witness what everyone has been working so tirelessly on for the duration of the task. I’m glad to be challenged by very talented classmates.

Dressed in business attire, I arrived at the Murphy House on Thursday afternoon to obtain the materials for a Cowboy Spirit sponsorship meeting! Mallory Ross, StuFu development chair, and I went to IBC Bank to discuss the different opportunities available to them for assisting in this philanthropic campaign. She and I agreed that we are so grateful to StuFu for giving us “real life” experiences such as these sponsorship meetings, which are very beneficial to us. The meeting was successful and we know Cowboy Spirit will continue to grow! Mark your calendars now for Feb. 18th; Stoney LaRue is the headliner, he will be a judge for the battle of the bands, and once again, ALL proceeds go to student scholarships!

That evening, CKI had a special guest speaker. District 33 Representative Lee Denney came to discuss the 11 questions that will be on the upcoming general election ballot. It was an extremely informative meeting, and I’m very glad that I’m informed at least as to what each of the questions entail. She added humor to the program and was a delightful speaker! After the program we discussed upcoming projects. CKI is looking forward to getting involved with Payne County Youth Services soon, and Halloween always brings opportunities to work with children! Here’s a pic from the meeting.

As implied from the beginning of this post, I had an insurmountable amount of homework to accomplish this weekend so I’m glad it was fall break.  The extra day helped me out! Although, I couldn’t help but take a little time out on Saturday to watch our Cowboys play in Lubbock. With an undefeated ranking, they beat Texas Tech in Raider stadium for the first time since 1944!!

GO POKES!