Keep Your Friends Close: The Value of a Small Community At UCF
by Alyssa Griffin Many college students are able to find a greater community that gives them a sense of belonging, but for me that has…
by Alyssa Griffin Many college students are able to find a greater community that gives them a sense of belonging, but for me that has…
Coming to a new home or a new school can be incredibly intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be scary or lonely. Being an RA has allowed me to meet other college students who might also be at UCF, have similar interests as me, and some who might even be in some of my classes. I never saw myself becoming a Resident Assistant, but I ended up finding a lot of cool people that are shaping my college experience.
What brings people together is their ability to accept their peers unconditionally and make others feel valued, seen, and supported.