Average college students have lots to think about. Whether it is the degree programs and career choices they make or what their adult life away from school consists of: girlfriends, boyfriends, mom and dad, kids, athletics, money, work. What are students to do? Before students begin to pull their hair out at the very thought of how much hard work and pressure they have in front of them, they should stop to take deep breaths and find comfort in knowing there is help and guidance for students through Student Educators And LeaderS (S.E.A.L.S.), a club on campus which provides guidance that stretches far beyond the walls of the classroom.
Imagine a group of students facing the same challenges as other college students on a daily basis, but these students, S.E.A.L.S., are also a source for different challenges that students may face outside of school.
SEALS also are an excellent source of information, dealing with the good and bad that college students face.
Maybe students are having trouble with drugs and alcohol. Maybe they’re having problems at home. Maybe they need help finding their voices. When confronted with such issues, what better place to turn than other college students sharing the same difficulties?
For most students, it is often easier to seek advice from someone who has maybe just a little more knowledge on a particular subject than themselves.
Speaking to a professor can be intimidating when someone is simply trying to get a feel for adult life and their degree field, or any other problem at which someone may be staring.
Peer-to-peer guidance can often be the best route for college students facing today’s problems.
S.E.A.L.S. has many events planned for this semester to help students become more familiar with their organization.
S.E.A.L.S. will hold a Unity Gala at 6 p.m. Feb. 28 in the Bollinger Memorial Cotillion Ballroom. This event will unify students regardless of cultural, ethnic and financial backgrounds.
A kickball tournament March 6 and a women’s appreciation ceremony March 18 are also scheduled events. S.E.A.L.S. has planned events that can offer something for everyone, S.E.A.L.S. President Jonathan Kerry said.
The events are set up for the purpose of learning, growing and having fun. “The best part,” Kerry said, “is all students are welcome to attend and get involved.”
“This is one of those great opportunities that should be fully taken advantage of while it is there for you,” Kerry said.
