The service began with a welcome speech by President Roelofs to welcome all students and give a background of the college. The founder- Rev. Fee began Berea College on the belief of providing an education for all races and sexes to rise above the evils of the time. This belief carried onto create a strong community, unique mission, and a Christian based outlook. To follow this speech, the invocation began with speaker Osvaldo Flores, a current student of Berea’s class of 2018. Flores is a first generation undocumented Mexican student and related his struggles to creating a stronger character. As an undocumented student, it’s great the Berea supported his will to learn and has provided an education. The college’s values support
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One of the most energetic speeches and motivating lifted many students’ spirits. Mr. Bullock spoke of God allowing us to struggle until we’re ready to accept him and grow. He related many of the bible stories involving sins however after a period of suffering God allowed them to flourish. This new perspective made me question my knowledge of bible stories and try to change my perspective. Throughout my life like others, I have gone through many obstacles however they have shaped me into a strong person and led me to Berea College. If God has a plan for everyone, each of our unique struggles are directing us to our path once we take God into our heart. It is important to serve things other than yourself such as religion, love, or …show more content…
Offering a high quality liberal arts education, Berea allows everyone to explore areas of study. The commitments and No tuition promise make this college stand out as the best option for many students financially and socially. The Alumni speaker Dr. Dean highlighted the commitments existence in the community way earlier than Rev. Fee writing them down. As times change, the commitments are revised and it continues to support all drives in life. Dr. Dean spoke of each individual as vessels to carry god’s love and correct others to better the world. I feel that, in this strongly tied community, despite our religious/spiritual beliefs we each can spread kindness and love to better the
One of the most energetic speeches and motivating lifted many students’ spirits. Mr. Bullock spoke of God allowing us to struggle until we’re ready to accept him and grow. He related many of the bible stories involving sins however after a period of suffering God allowed them to flourish. This new perspective made me question my knowledge of bible stories and try to change my perspective. Throughout my life like others, I have gone through many obstacles however they have shaped me into a strong person and led me to Berea College. If God has a plan for everyone, each of our unique struggles are directing us to our path once we take God into our heart. It is important to serve things other than yourself such as religion, love, or …show more content…
Offering a high quality liberal arts education, Berea allows everyone to explore areas of study. The commitments and No tuition promise make this college stand out as the best option for many students financially and socially. The Alumni speaker Dr. Dean highlighted the commitments existence in the community way earlier than Rev. Fee writing them down. As times change, the commitments are revised and it continues to support all drives in life. Dr. Dean spoke of each individual as vessels to carry god’s love and correct others to better the world. I feel that, in this strongly tied community, despite our religious/spiritual beliefs we each can spread kindness and love to better the