Personal Narrative: Once A Falcon

I believe that the motto “Once a Falcon, Always a Falcon,” is a perfect motto to describe myself as both a person and student. Growing up, I always took pride of my hometown (Vermilion, Ohio). My hometown, paired with the rollercoaster of experiences I endured throughout middle school and high school, made me who I am today. Granted, there were hard times and struggles, but I would not be where I am today had I not grown from those experiences. As I stated in my application, I represented my school and hometown at the 2013 Buckeye Boys Convention. This experience changed my life because it showed me how powerful and humbling it can be to represent your community. Whether I liked it or not, I was thrust into the role of representing over 11,000 …show more content…
But, as graduation comes closer, I have began to discover the meaning behind it. It is easy to go through the motions in order to complete college. However, simply going to class, achieving passing grades, and doing the bare minimum will not result in a memorable college experience. My time as a Falcon has been extraordinary. The people I have met and the things I have accomplished are things that I will not soon forget. I have learned to appreciate my college years, because this only happens once. No matter where life takes me, I will truly always be a Falcon. Much like my high school experiences, my struggles and endeavors at the college level have helped to shape me into an adult while also paving the way for my professional career. Ultimately, I could not be more proud to call myself a Falcon. I cannot wait to represent this university on a daily basis after I graduate. Whether it be sitting down with my kids in twenty years to watch a Falcon football game, or conversing with an unknown individual who shares the same BGSU car decal as me, I have formed an everlasting connection with the Falcon community. I will forever be a