To one enter a body of water; a lake or stream there are several different methods one can take. An individual may choose to edge in, testing the water with one of their digits, then ease in gradually. One could also approach the body, find it intimidating, and simply refuse the challenge. Someone who is looking to make the most of their time will tell you though - take a run, jump in, and be submerged. Make a splash while you’re at it.
On my first day at the U of A, I knew next to no-one on campus. Its almost inexplicable the feeling one can get when there are thousands of faces surrounding you, all unfamiliar. For this reason, I felt some relief when on the sidewalk in fluorescent chalk I saw scrawled “Campus for Christ 2-115 EDU Friday 4PM.” Being of a similar religious background to this group, I have found they have acted as an enabler, allowing me to enter the proverbial pool quickly and with a splash, and I will say, thus far the water has been welcoming.
Each friday I meet with this group, and we worship. Thank God for all that he has given us on this beautiful university in this wonderful country. We pray. Pray that those who are being challenged may overcome their weakness with the help of God and reach better times. It is such a great feeling after a long week of work to be with a group of kind folks singing around a camp fire, playing frisbee golf, or planking on the hill by HUB international because you want a really epic photo for your group scavenger hunt.
To all attending university, the best advice I can give at this point, is be sure to study hard, but also be sure to have some fun and find a group where you really fit that will help you make the most of your years.
"Jump"
Make a splash and find where you fit in your enviornment
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