Departure From Bronco Land
By: Marquelle Turner
Contributing Writer
May shines as the golden month for many stu
dents here at Fayetteville State (FSU). It marks the
beginning of a new life and the change that many
have worked so hard for? As students scramble
their minds for post-graduation plans, every stu
dent comes up with their own answer.
Some students look forward to going to grad
school while others get excited about the work
force. Some students are overwhelmed with
nervousness because they aren't quite sure what
to do. I had the opportunity to speak with two
students from FSU to find out what their strategy
was for post Bronco Land. Graduating senior Lisa
Harris is a member of the Delta Xi Chapter of
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a member of the
Honor's Program, and the current Miss Fayette
ville State University.
The Voice: How do you feel about gradua
tion? Emotionally? Academically?
Lisa Harris: My feelings toward graduation
are mixed. Although I am excited to leave and
begin a new chapter in my life, I am also anxious
about what to expect once I am officially out on
my own.
T.V.: Do you feel as if you have been pre
pared professionally for the workforce?
Harris: I feel that attending college here at
FSU has fully prepared me to enter into the work
force. Not only am I academically prepared and
knowledgeable about my field of study; FSU has
helped in my development into a well-rounded
person who is able to work with diverse groups
of people and able to adapt and maintain in any
working environment.
The Voice: What are your plans post gradua
tion- graduate school? straight to work?
Harris: Upon graduation I plan to teach on the
elementary level in Cumberland County. After at
least three years of teaching, it is my desire to at
tend graduate school either here at FSU or North
Carolina Central University and pursue a degree
in School Administration. Eventually, I would like
to work my up and become a Super
intendent of a public school system.
The Voice also had the opportu
nity to sit and speak with an early
graduate from FSU to find out what
experiences have been like since
graduation. Jonathan Walker is an
early graduate (December '07)
from Spring Lake, North Carolina. After gradu
ating from FSU Jonathan has already began to
advance not only his professional career but his
academic one as well.
The Voice: How do you feel about gradua
tion? Emotionally? Academically?
Jonathan Wallter: Pursuing and obtaining
a bachelors degree has truly been a satisfying
moment in my life. During commencement, all
I could think in my mind was this is really about
to go down. I had just achieved a goal, that I
set for myself back in high school. Knowing that
I've done something great for yourself is enough
to take pride in; knowing that I've done some
thing great for my parents and family members to
boast about for days makes me feel honorable.
But knowing that I've changed the statistics for
the African American male community in a more
positive light, is what I take pride in most.
T.V.:Do you feel as if you have been prepared
professionally for the workforce?
Waiicer: Yes, I feel as though I have been pre
pared professionally for the workforce. However,
this was not only through classroom instruction,
but by encountering and coming in to contact with
various people and organizations on campus.
Witnessing and observing others professionalism
on campus such as Dr. Paris Jones and Mr. David
Camps, inspired me. It also made me aware, that
its not only what you know and what you have
learned, but your appearance and your manner
ism play and vital role in being professional.
T.V.:Now that you have graduated, what has
life like been for you?
Walker: I' m currently in the process of ap
plying for graduate school at Arkansas Tech
University to purse a Master of Science in Col
lege Student Personnel. While working full-time
on campus as an Academic Advisor with Student
Support Services, in addition to working a part-
time job, I knew I wanted to purse an advanced
degree, however, distance learning would be my
best option due to my busy schedule. I would say
that I have followed my post graduation plans.
Although, I went back and forth for months on
what field to study for my masters.
FSU has as many high-achieving students as
other neighboring colleges and universities. With
hard work and determination throughout your
tenure you can accumulate the knowledge need
ed to grow for a lifetime. FSU students prepare
to conquer their dreams in the workforce and cor
porate America by utilizing the many opportuni
ties here to push them further along life's road.
Life after graduation depends solely on the ac
tions of the person. Your first stop after departure
depends on your many steps before it. It seems
as if students board up to take flight, they carry
with them their ticket motivation for success with
the inscription; res non verba.
For those student not graduating:
Take this time to get an internship.
Volunteer with student clubs.
Actually go to class and study.
You won’t get a second chance.
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