Archive for December, 2009
Sunday, December 20th, 2009
Christmas at College
As I sit at home, in front of my family’s Christmas tree, I am remembering what Christmas looks like at college. Yes, amidst the craziness of finals, the bustle of packing for home, and finishing classes, there is time to celebrate the one whom the college was named after, the Messiah. There are mistletoe in [...]
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Tuesday, December 15th, 2009
A Prayer from President Phipps!
I thought this was really great and encouraging. During this finals week, and during this holiday season, our College President is PRAYING FOR US!!! Here’s what she sent us:
Dear Messiah Students,
As the Christmas season approaches, I want to take this opportunity to wish you a time of much-needed rest and renewal as you enjoy [...]
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Friday, December 11th, 2009
Oh, the Joys of Finals Week
Yesterday, a freshman, I mean 1st year student, asked me what finals week is like here at Messiah. I laughed and thought back to all the craziness that happens during finals. Most students are feeling pretty overwhelmed, because honestly, who ever thought, hey lets throw all the biggest tests, projects and papers of [...]
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Friday, December 11th, 2009
Christmas Tradition
One of my favorite Messiah Christmas traditions is the annual Christmas dance, Christmas Tradition. The dance is located at the Hershey Lodge and encompasses a delicious dinner and a dance. The dinner is definitely a highlight because it’s a four course meal in a beautiful setting, complete with candlelight and even cloth napkins! [...]
Comments Off - Posted in Fall 2009, Lauren S., Living at Messiah by ls1335
Thursday, December 10th, 2009
Spontaneous Snow leads to Midnight Battle
I was studying for a math test with some friends when suddenly screams of joy came from the window. I had begun to snow and it was starting to be visible on the ground. After studying for hours, we decided to go out and do some sledding on Lottie trays (from the cafeteria). Once we [...]
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Thursday, December 10th, 2009
Koinonia Christmas
What do carol singing, a gingerbread house making contest, and Advent Conspiracy have in common? Koinonia Christmas! Koinonia is the name of the group in charge of the small group ministry here on campus. Once a month they have a meeting called Underground so that all of the members of the small groups all over [...]
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Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
Freshmen Year
As you all may know Freshmen Year is the most influential time for a college student. This is your first time on campus with people you don’t know. I’m from Brooklyn, a very urban setting and then I came to Messiah; not so urban. My 1st Year Floor community was the source of encouragement that [...]
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Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
Work Study Appreciation Day!
Something I love about Messiah is the people. I know that sounds cliche, but it is 100% true. It’s not just the challenging and engaging academics, the stellar athletics (like our Men and Female Soccer team’s National Championship win last weekend!) or the many clubs and organizations that students can participate in. Oh, no-it’s so [...]
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Tuesday, December 8th, 2009
All Hail Lottie Nelson!
As a 1st year student, like most freshmen–had the “Unlimited Lottie Meal Plan” in our main dining facility. It’s funny because “Lottie,” as it is known to Messiah Locals, is a huge part of not only life for a 1st year, but for Messiah students in general. With the unlimited plan, you could [...]
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Tuesday, December 8th, 2009
It Never Ever Gets Old
This past weekend, Messiah Soccer won its 7th title on the mens side and 3rd on the womens side. Being a huge soccer fan here, I made the trip to San Antonio, TX to cheer them on. It was one one of the greatest experiences of my college life. I was also in attendance last [...]
