University of Richmond is an amazing school. With a friendly atmosphere and challenging classes it is no wonder that I still like my choice of University years later. One of the things that contributes to this familial atmosphere is the division of the University into two colleges; one for men, one for women. Within both colleges there is a rich history of traditions.
Within Westhampton College, the women's college, one of the traditions is an induction ceremony for those on the Residence life staff. This ceremony presented itself as a perfect opportunity to shed some light onto my life since returning back to the United States, and in particular Virginia.
The flower of Westhampton College is the Daisy, which in this case was used to represent our commitment to the College. With all due formality we annually line the wooden bridges on either side of the gazebo with daisy carrying Westhampton women.
As a part of the ceremony, after having lined the bridges we, one by one, throw a daisy into the lake with the words, "I commit." These two words signify our commitment to our jobs both as Resident Assistants, and as life long students of Westhampton College.
With our daisies floating on the surface of the water, the new academic year has begun for the Westhampton RAs at the University of Richmond.
And that my friends is a glimpse into the life of a Westhampton College Resident Assistant.
Until Next Time!
Natasha
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